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Red 6-inch cable with slim SATA female connector one end standard SATA male connector other end

STARTECH

STARTECH SLSATAADAP6 6-Inch Slimline SATA to SATA Adapter

SKU CH-HZVE-C5ET3 MPN SLSATAADAP6

Connects a Slimline SATA optical drive to a standard SATA motherboard port with a six-inch red cable

  • TypeOthers
  • ColorRed
  • Length6"
  • Cable Length6 in.
  • Connector Number1
  • Connector DetailConnector on First End:1 x SATA Connector on Second End:1 x

Style Slimline SATA to SATA SATA Power - 6" Cable

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Struck-through versions exist but are not stocked here.

  • Connects slimline optical drives to standard SATA ports
  • 6-inch length fits tight chassis without cable strain
  • Female-to-male SATA connectors ensure secure data link
  • Red colour aids quick cable identification in builds
  • Supports motherboard and optical-drive connections directly

StarTech 6-Inch Slimline SATA Adapter

The StarTech SLSATAADAP6 is a 6-inch red adapter cable that connects a Slimline SATA optical drive to a standard SATA motherboard header. It bridges the smaller Slimline connector to the full-size SATA interface for data and power. This product suits system builders upgrading slim desktops or small-form-factor chassis where drive spacing is tight.

Female-to-Male Connector Layout

The cable provides a female Slimline SATA receptacle on one end and a male standard SATA plug on the other. This orientation lets the adapter plug directly into the motherboard while accepting the drive's Slimline connector. The 6-inch length offers limited reach for internal routing between closely spaced components.

Direct Plug Installation

Installation requires no tools or drivers; the keyed connectors press firmly into the motherboard header and the optical drive. The short, stiff cable can restrict routing options in crowded cases where the drive bay sits farther than six inches from the SATA port. Builders needing longer runs or right-angle clearance should verify chassis dimensions before ordering.

Highlights

  • Connects slimline optical drives to standard SATA ports
  • 6-inch length fits tight chassis without cable strain
  • Female-to-male SATA connectors ensure secure data link
  • Red colour aids quick cable identification in builds
  • Supports motherboard and optical-drive connections directly

Specifications

BrandStarTech.com
ModelSLSATAADAP6
TypeOthers
ColorRed
Length6"
Cable Length6 in.
Connector Number1
Connector DetailConnector on First End:1 x SATA
Connector on Second End:1 x SATA
SpecificationsDevice Supported:Motherboard
Device Supported:Optical Drive
FeaturesPackaged Quantity:1
Shipping weight0.02 kg
Package size184 × 121 × 11 mm

Questions about this item

Will the 6-inch red adapter cable need periodic replacement?

The passive SATA adapter has no moving parts or active electronics, so it does not require scheduled replacement under normal use.

What limits continuous data transfer through the SATA interface?

Sustained throughput is capped by the SATA revision supported by the connected motherboard and optical drive, not by the adapter itself.

Does the adapter generate extra heat or noise during all-day operation?

The adapter draws no external power and adds no active components, so it produces no measurable heat or audible noise.

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