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iPod Classic 6th Generation. Model A1238 / 80, 120, or 160 GB hard drive / black or silver metal front

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Hard drive connectors interchangeable between Video/Classic?

Are the hard drive connectors interchangeable between Classic and Video iPods?

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I just tested -- they seem to be completely interchangeable :)

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Good to know.

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Here's a twist:

The connectors are interchangeable between all Video iPods and the thin (80, 120, thin 160 GB) Classics.

HOWEVER, the thick 160 GB Classic uses a different cable and connector (it's still a ZIF connector, but half the size).

Compare the cables for Video/thin Classic and thick Classic iPods to see the difference.

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ah yeah i forgot to mention that.. good point, thanks!

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HOWEVER, the thick 160 GB Classic uses a different cable and connector (it's still a ZIF connector, but half the size).

But Can a thin be used in place of thick?

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according to the right statement made the thin is twice the size, so the answer should be no.

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