[wolfworx]

Is it possible to mix IDE (Parallel ATA) with SATA on the same system?

If I am already using the Primary and secondary IDE connectors for four drives: 2 HDDs, a CD-RW and a DVD, can I install additional drives using the SATA connectors? IRQ conflict?

 

[Triple6]

Yes, you can run both types of drives without any issues as long as your motherboard supports SATA drives or if you buy an add-in PCI SATA Controller card.

 

[JohnWill]

Yep, at least all the SATA MB's I've seen have that capability. You just need to enable them in the BIOS.

If your MB has a RAID controller, you may also need to load the drivers, even though you're not using the RAID capability. An exact MB model would help all concerned...