Yes, it has. Is the adapter functional (loopback test)? Has speed, parity, bits and stop set properly? Is GROUNDING effective? (from the picture it seems like there is NO grounding) Re-check everything against this: http://www.mapleleafmountain.com/seagatebrick.html jaclaz The adapter gives output when im doing the loopback test(YAY) But nothing when connected to the drive. Im sure im settin up the hyperterminal right. And i have read maple leaf mountain twice. Im not sure what you mean by grounding as my setup has the black power wire connected to the powersupply and the red to the red on the power supply as well so pardon my stupidity if theres something else i must do? Have a look at this pic too and the others(3 total) http://s308.photobucket.com/albums/kk335/m...nt=IMG_1627.jpg Thanks again!