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Compact black adapter box with USB-A, USB-C, SATA and dual IDE ports, US power plug attached

IHDAPP

IHDAPP USB-A USB-C to SATA IDE Adapter (US Plug)

SKU CH-TFPV-TZTPR

Connects 2.5" and 3.5" SATA or IDE drives via USB-A or USB-C with up to 5Gbps transfer speed

  • Changer TypeSATA/IDE to USB 3.0
  • FeaturesIDE and SATA hard drive reader is compatible with 2.5 "/3.5"
  • Dimensions6.1 x 4.53 x 2.05 inches
  • Package Quantity1
  • Package Contents1 x USB A USB C to SATA Adapter 1 x US Plug 1 x User Manual
  • Connect 2.5" and 3.5" SATA or IDE drives via USB 3.0
  • Transfer data at up to 5 Gbps with USB 3.0 backward compatibility
  • Works with Windows, Mac OS and Linux without driver installation
  • Powers 3.5" drives using included 12 V 2 A supply with on/off switch
  • Dual USB-A and USB-C plugs fit modern and legacy ports

Versatile drive adapter

This USB adapter connects 2.5-inch and 3.5-inch SATA or IDE hard drives and optical drives to a computer. It includes dual-head IDE connectors for 40-pin and 44-pin drives plus a SATA III connector. The package provides both USB-A and USB-C plugs for broad host compatibility. A 12V 2A power supply is included to run larger desktop drives.

Sustained transfer capability

The adapter uses a USB 3.0 interface rated for up to 5Gbps and remains backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.1 ports. An on/off switch lets you power drives down between sessions without unplugging cables. LED indicators show power and activity status during long copy or recovery operations. Hot-swap support allows drive changes without rebooting the host system.

Practical build and connectivity

The unit measures 6.1 by 4.53 by 2.05 inches and ships with a US plug power adapter and a 4-pin power cable for 3.5-inch IDE drives. Plug-and-play operation works on Windows 7 through 11, Mac OS 8.6 or above, and Linux without driver installation. Default master setting targets 2.5-inch IDE drives; new drives require initialization in Disk Management before use.

Highlights

  • Connect 2.5" and 3.5" SATA or IDE drives via USB 3.0
  • Transfer data at up to 5 Gbps with USB 3.0 backward compatibility
  • Works with Windows, Mac OS and Linux without driver installation
  • Powers 3.5" drives using included 12 V 2 A supply with on/off switch
  • Dual USB-A and USB-C plugs fit modern and legacy ports

Specifications

Changer TypeSATA/IDE to USB 3.0
FeaturesIDE and SATA hard drive reader is compatible with 2.5 "/3.5" SATA/IDE hard drives. with dual-Head IDE Connector (40-pin and 44-pin) plus one SATA III Connector
The hard drive to USB adapter is widely compatible with Windows, Mac OS, and Linux. Just plug and play! No driver or software is needed! Plug and play, Hot Swap; On/Off Switch for HDD protection
hard drive adapter is engineered with a USB 3.0 port and can offer data transfer speeds up to 5Gbps, backward compatible with USB 2.0/1.1. Data transfer has never been so much easier and faster
Dimensions6.1 x 4.53 x 2.05 inches
Package Quantity1
Package Contents1 x USB A USB C to SATA Adapter
1 x US Plug
1 x User Manual

Questions about this item

Does the adapter generate noticeable heat or fan noise when a 3.5-inch drive runs all day?

The unit has no fan and relies on passive cooling; the 12 V 2 A power brick supplies the drive while the bridge itself stays cool during extended transfers.

Which cables or ports must my computer already have to use the USB-C connector on this adapter?

Your host needs a free USB-C port that supports USB 3.0 or 2.0 signalling; the package includes a USB-C to USB-A cable so either port type works.

Will a legacy 40-pin IDE drive from a Windows 7 era desktop connect without extra jumpers?

Yes — the dual-head IDE connector fits both 40-pin and 44-pin drives, and the adapter defaults to master for 2.5-inch IDE units.

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