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A flat black cable with a USB 3.0 plug on one end and a 13-pin slimline SATA connector on the other

SMUGDESK

SMUGDESK USB 3.0 to 13Pin Slimline SATA Adapter Cable

SKU CH-9763-PXZRV

Converts 13-pin slimline SATA optical drives to USB 3.0 for plug-and-play external use

  • USB 3.0 interface delivers stable data transmission for disc reading and burning
  • Custom 7+6 13Pin Slimline SATA connector fits laptop slim CD, DVD and DVD-RW drives
  • Plug-and-play design needs no driver to turn an internal slim optical drive into a portable external unit
  • Lightweight compact cable slips into a backpack for disc playback, data access and file backup
  • Works with Windows and Mac OS on most standard slimline SATA laptop optical drives

Connect Laptop Optical Drives via USB

This USB 3.0 to 13Pin Slimline SATA adapter cable converts internal 7+6 slim SATA optical drives from laptops into external portable drives. It connects CD-ROM, DVD-ROM and DVD-RW units to desktop or notebook computers through a standard USB port. The plug-and-play design requires no driver installation on Windows or Mac OS systems. Ideal for users who want to access legacy disc media without a dedicated drive enclosure.

Verify Drive Connector and Port Type

Before ordering, confirm your optical drive uses the 7+6 13Pin Slimline SATA interface found on most laptop slim drives. The adapter will not fit standard desktop SATA connectors or other pin layouts. Ensure your computer has an available USB 3.0 port for full speed operation, though it will function at reduced rates on USB 2.0 ports. No external power supply is included, so the drive must draw sufficient power from the USB connection.

Replaces Internal Drive Bays and Enclosures

This cable eliminates the need for a 5.25-inch drive bay or a separate external enclosure when reusing a laptop optical drive. The upgrade is worthwhile when you have a working slim drive but no internal slot or enclosure to house it. It is not suited for builders who need to connect standard desktop SATA optical drives or who require a powered solution for high-consumption drives.

Highlights

  • USB 3.0 interface delivers stable data transmission for disc reading and burning
  • Custom 7+6 13Pin Slimline SATA connector fits laptop slim CD, DVD and DVD-RW drives
  • Plug-and-play design needs no driver to turn an internal slim optical drive into a portable external unit
  • Lightweight compact cable slips into a backpack for disc playback, data access and file backup
  • Works with Windows and Mac OS on most standard slimline SATA laptop optical drives

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

What comes in the box and does the drive need its own power?

The adapter cable itself is included; the 13-pin Slimline SATA connector carries both data and power so no separate supply is required.

My laptop drive has a 7+6 pin connector — will this adapter fit?

Yes, the cable is built for the 13-pin 7+6 Slimline SATA interface used by most slim CD-ROM, DVD-ROM and DVD-RW drives.

What speeds can I expect when reading or burning discs over USB 3.0?

USB 3.0 provides enough bandwidth for standard disc reading, movie playback, file copying and burning tasks with a slim optical drive.

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