Mike Tomlinson wrote:
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Big advance since my last post. I scrounged up
another expendable SATA drive and powered up
the system with the new ThermalTake PS.

this is the one with the included SATA power plugs?

Yes, this PS has the SATA power plugs.

Perhaps you should check the Molex-to-SATA power adapters you were using
previously. It isn't unknown for that sort of thing to arrive
incorrectly wired. Quality checks - they've heard of 'em.


Before closing up the new system, I tried the Chinese molex-SATA
cables and they were OK.

I intend to pursue an explanation of what happened. If I find
out I will post here.

Thanks for the suggestions.