I was wondering if this product (a SATA drive to USB adapter converter cable) will work for flashing, since I don't have a SATA connector on my PC.
http://www.amazon.com/Drive-Adapter-Converter-Optical-External/dp/B002OV1VJW
http://www.amazon.com/Drive-Adapter-Converter-Optical-External/dp/B002OV1VJW