IDE controller

Related to IDE controller: SCSI controller, Integrated Drive Electronics, Hard drive controller

IDE controller

(1) The controlling electronics built into an IDE drive. See IDE.

(2) The adapter on the plug-in card or motherboard that connects to the IDE controller. This is technically the IDE host adapter, but is often called the "IDE controller." See IDE.

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The included interface cables and IDE controller allow the drive to be easily installed.