Changing DVD drive on a Satellite 1410-801

Hi All,
i want to change my dvd drive for a dvd burner "toshiba SD-R6472U"on my toshiba 1410-801 !
i opened the laptop and the drive ! right now beging the problem ;)
i can see into the bios option the HDD "already changed" and the DVD but once passed the toshiba screen appear a error message saying "IDE 1 #error". and the dvd drive does not appear in the "my computer" i tryed to put a jumper to place the HDD to salve mode, master and cable select anyway same problem !
Greetings to all and waiting for your help !

Hi
It seems that you have bought not compatible drive!
It's not advisable to connect any pin on the new drive!
I would call your dealer where you have bought the drive and ask him for a new compatible one.
The fact is if you destroy the drive you will loose the drive, warranty and money!

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