Access internal 2.5" drives from a USB-enabled computer with the USB 3.0 to 2.5" SATA III Hard Drive Adapter Cable from StarTech. This adapter sports a SATA interface that is compatible with SATA I, II, and III-based hard drives and SSDs. On the other end, it has a typical USB type-A connector that utilizes USB 3.0 technology, which delivers speeds of up to 5 Gbps. It draws power from a USB bus-powered port. In addition, UASP enhances the transfer speeds when the adapter is connected to a UASP-enabled host controller.
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Connector(s)
Drive Connectors
1 - SATA Data & Power Combo (7+15 pin)
1 - SATA Power (15 pin)
Host Connectors
1 - USB Type-A (9 pin, 5 Gbps)
Environmental
Operating Temperature
0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F)
Storage Temperature
-10°C to 70°C (14°F to 158°F)
Humidity
40%-85%RH
Hardware
Interface
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps)
Bus Type
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps)
Number of Drives
1
Drive Size
2.5in
Compatible Drive Types
SATA
Fan(s)
No
Chipset ID
ASMedia - ASM225CM
Packaging Information
Package Height
0.4 in [1.0 cm]
Package Length
7.8 in [19.8 cm]
Shipping (Package) Weight
2.2 oz [61.0 g]
Package Width
8.7 in [22.0 cm]
Package Quantity
1
Performance
Type and Rate
USB 3.0 - 5 Gbit/s
UASP Support
Yes
TRIM Support
Yes
4Kn Support
Yes
Type and Rate
SATA III (6 Gbps)
Hardware Raid Supported
No
Max Drive Capacity
Currently tested with up to 2TB 5900 RPM hard drives
MTBF
1,609,297 Hours
General Specifications
Max power of the attached drive is 900 mA
Physical Characteristics
Weight of Product
1.5 oz [42.5 g]
Color
Black
Product Length
19.7 in [50.0 cm]
Product Width
1.9 in [4.9 cm]
Product Height
0.4 in [9.0 mm]
Power
Power Source
USB-Powered
Software
OS Compatibility
OS independent; No software or drivers required
Special Notes / Requirements
Note
Windows 7 and earlier Windows versions do not support TRIM with USB to SATA devices.
Cable will work only with 2.5" SATA drives
3.5"/5.25" drives are not supported
