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USB 3.0 to SATA adapter cable with SATA connector and USB plug

SMUGDESK

SMUGDESK USB 3.0 to SATA Adapter Cable for 2.5 3.5 Inch HDD SSD

SKU CH-1DKS-WPAFC

Connects 2.5 and 3.5 inch SATA HDD or SSD drives to a USB 3.0 port for fast data backup, migration and drive access without an enclosure

  • Connect 2.5 and 3.5 inch SATA drives via USB
  • USB 3.0 speed with USB 2.0 and 1.1 backward compatibility
  • Plug-and-play operation without driver installation for most systems
  • Ideal for data backup, file transfer and old drive reading
  • Compact lightweight design for easy carrying in any bag

USB 3.0 to SATA adapter for 2.5 and 3.5 inch drives

This USB 3.0 to SATA adapter cable connects standard 2.5 inch and 3.5 inch SATA HDDs or SSDs to a computer through a USB port. It turns an internal drive into an external storage device without needing a full enclosure. The adapter is useful for data backup, file migration, disk cloning and reading older drives.

Suits users with standard SATA drives who need

The adapter works with any 2.5 inch or 3.5 inch hard drive or SSD that uses a standard SATA interface. It is not suited for drives that use a different interface or for users who need a permanent enclosed solution. Builders who require power delivery for 3.5 inch drives without a separate power supply should look elsewhere.

Requires external power for 3.5 inch mechanical

The cable delivers USB 3.0 high‑speed transmission and is backward compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 ports. For 3.5 inch mechanical hard drives, an additional external power supply is required to meet the higher power demand of the drive. Confirm your drive uses a standard SATA interface before purchase.

Highlights

  • Connect 2.5 and 3.5 inch SATA drives via USB
  • USB 3.0 speed with USB 2.0 and 1.1 backward compatibility
  • Plug-and-play operation without driver installation for most systems
  • Ideal for data backup, file transfer and old drive reading
  • Compact lightweight design for easy carrying in any bag

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

How fast does USB 3.0 transfer data when a SATA drive is connected?

The adapter delivers USB 3.0 high-speed transmission and falls back to USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 speeds on older ports.

Does the cable work with both USB 3.0 and older USB ports?

Yes, it is backward compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 interfaces.

What extra power is needed for a 3.5 inch mechanical drive?

A separate external power supply is required for 3.5 inch hard disks.

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