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USB 3.0 to SATA 3 adapter cable with SATA and USB connectors

SMUGDESK

SMUGDESK USB 3.0 to SATA 3 Adapter Cable

SKU CH-AETN-FFZZV

Connects 2.5 and 3.5 SATA drives via USB 3.0 for backup, recovery and migration

  • Fast SATA III data transfer speeds
  • Connect 2.5 and 3.5 inch SATA drives via USB
  • USB 3.0 port works with USB 2.0 and 1.1
  • Plug-and-play turns internal drives into external storage
  • Compact adapter for backup, recovery and disk testing

USB 3.0 to SATA 3 adapter

This USB 3.0 to SATA 3 adapter cable connects standard SATA hard drives to a computer via USB port. It allows quick access to data on idle 2.5-inch and 3.5-inch SATA disks without a drive enclosure. The adapter is designed for IT technicians and office workers who need a portable tool for drive conversion.

Sustained transfer over USB 3.0

Compliant with the SATA III specification, the adapter supports high-speed data transmission through its USB 3.0 interface. It remains backward compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 ports for flexible use across different systems. Actual throughput during long sessions depends on the connected drive and the host USB controller performance.

Power limits for 3.5-inch drives

The listing includes the adapter only and does not supply external power. For 3.5-inch mechanical hard drives, an extra external power supply is required to operate the disk normally. Without that additional power, 3.5-inch drives will not spin up, while 2.5-inch drives typically draw enough current from the USB port alone.

Highlights

  • Fast SATA III data transfer speeds
  • Connect 2.5 and 3.5 inch SATA drives via USB
  • USB 3.0 port works with USB 2.0 and 1.1
  • Plug-and-play turns internal drives into external storage
  • Compact adapter for backup, recovery and disk testing

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

How much power does the adapter itself draw when running all day?

The adapter draws minimal power from the USB port; for 3.5-inch mechanical drives an external power supply is required to operate the disk normally.

What must I already own to use this with a 3.5-inch desktop drive?

You need a separate external power supply for 3.5-inch mechanical hard drives, plus a USB 3.0 or 2.0 port on your computer.

Will this work with my older laptop that only has USB 2.0 ports?

Yes, the USB 3.0 interface is backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.1, so the adapter will function at the slower USB 2.0 speed.

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