Seeking longer IDE cable

["noughtomate" <balraj_jassal@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

Hi,

I'm currently setting up my mini-ITX motherboard in a new chassis and
am struggling with the length of the IDE cables.

I plan to use the following devices, ideally in this priority :
- Primary Master : IDE drive
- Secondary Master : CF adapter
- Secondary Slave : DVD Drive

Where I'm struggling is the distance between each of these devices in
my chassis and being able to physically connect them.

Although I've tried different variations of IDE cables, they all seem
to have the same fixed distance between the Master and the Slave
device. I've purchased 45 cm and 70cm cables and all of the end
lengths between the master and slave seem to consistently be the same.

Does anyone know of a supplier that sells extension cables or IDE
cables with longer lengths between the Master and Slave ?

I just find it bizarre they're all the same towards the end. Is this
something to do with IDE standards ?

Any advice, much appreciated.

Thanks




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