Help with IEEE 1394 Card

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    I have a Sony Handycam and I am trying to get the video from the tape to a DVD.
    My computer doesn't have a IEEE 1394 port. I know this is something I should know... but is that something that I can buy and add to my computer? Or is there another way to transfer the data? I have USB ports but no firewire ports. Thanks in advance for anyone who takes the time to help a very frustrated person.
    Thanks
     
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    what port is on the sony as in usb or firewire?
     
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    The video camera has a firewire port (little tiny thing)
    It is looking like I just need to add the Firewire PCI card to my computer. I found one on Newegg for $11.00 and that includes the cord.
    The paper work with the Handycam says it is a 4-pin.
    Ugh! Nothing is ever simple.. :)
     
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    make certain it is a firewire connection as there are usb connectors that small as i have 3 different usb cables with different small ends.
     
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    Thanks, I double checked and it is an i.link...which is the same as a firewire, right?
    I suppose I will just order it since I live in a small town and I am sure our local computer store probably doesn't stock them as cheap. Thanks for your help.... what a great site to stumble across...
     
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    did a search & appears to be firewire. can get combo cards that have both firewire & usb connections on it as i have 1 to put into my system after i modify it 1st.
     
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