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SMUGDESK USB-C to SATA 3.0 22 pin cable for 2.5 inch drive

SMUGDESK

SMUGDESK USB-C to SATA 3.0 22 Pin Cable for 2.5 Inch Drive

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Connects a 2.5-inch SATA drive to a USB-C port at up to 6Gbps for quick data access

  • 6 Gbps transfer speed for fast file copying
  • Direct 22-pin SATA connection powers 2.5-inch drives
  • USB-C plug works with laptops and desktops
  • Plug-and-play with hot-swap support on Windows, Mac and Linux
  • Compact cable design for portable data recovery and reuse

USB-C to SATA 3.0 Adapter Cable

This USB-C to SATA 3.0 adapter cable connects a 2.5-inch SATA SSD or HDD to any device with a USB-C port. It targets technicians, video editors and office workers who need quick access to bare drives for data recovery, migration or repurposing old laptop storage without a bulky enclosure. The 22-pin connector supplies both data and power for 2.5-inch drives directly from the host port.

Replaces Drive Enclosures and Docks

It replaces a traditional hard drive enclosure or docking station when you only need temporary, portable access to a 2.5-inch SATA drive. The jump is worth it for users who value a lightweight, cable-only form factor that fits in a laptop bag and requires no external power brick. It is not suited for 3.5-inch desktop drives or for permanent, high-vibration mounting scenarios.

Plug-and-Play Installation

Installation is plug-and-play on Windows, macOS and Linux with no driver installation required. Hot-swap support allows safe drive removal without rebooting the host system. The most common issue is insufficient bus power from low-current USB-C ports, which can prevent mechanical hard drives from spinning up reliably. Ensure the host port delivers adequate current for the specific drive used.

Highlights

  • 6 Gbps transfer speed for fast file copying
  • Direct 22-pin SATA connection powers 2.5-inch drives
  • USB-C plug works with laptops and desktops
  • Plug-and-play with hot-swap support on Windows, Mac and Linux
  • Compact cable design for portable data recovery and reuse

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

What size SATA drive fits the 22-pin connector on this cable?

The 22-pin SATA connector is built for 2.5-inch SATA SSDs and HDDs, supplying both data and power through the single cable.

How do I install the adapter on a Windows, Mac or Linux machine?

Connect the USB-C plug to the host, attach the 22-pin end to the 2.5-inch drive, and the system recognises it instantly with no driver installation required.

Will the 22-pin SATA connector wear out from repeated hot-swap cycles?

The connector is rated for standard SATA mating cycles, so normal hot-swap use for drive swaps or data recovery will not require early replacement.

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