SATA to USB 3.0 Adapter Cable for 2.5" HDD & SSD | 6 Gbps

SATA to USB 3.0 Adapter Cable for 2.5-Inch HDD & SSD

Instantly connect any 2.5-inch SATA hard drive or solid-state drive to your computer via a standard USB 3.0 port. Whether you're migrating files, backing up data, or repurposing an old laptop drive, this compact SATA III to USB 3.0 cable makes it fast, easy, and tool-free.

Key Features

• Blazing-Fast Transfer Speeds: SATA III specification supports data transfer rates up to 6 Gbps — perfect for SSDs and high-capacity HDDs.
• Universal USB Compatibility: Fully compatible with USB 3.0 and backwards compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 ports.
• 22-Pin SATA Connector: Standard SATA 3 22-pin interface fits virtually all 2.5-inch notebook hard drives and solid-state drives.
• LED Activity Indicator: Built-in LED light lets you know at a glance when data is being transferred — no guesswork needed.
• USB 2.0 Auxiliary Power Port: Includes an independent USB 2.0 power supply interface to support high-capacity 2.5-inch drives that need a little extra power.
• Broad OS Support: Compatible with Windows XP, Vista, 7, Server 2003 & 2008 (both 32-bit and 64-bit editions), as well as modern Windows and macOS systems.
• Plug-and-Play: No drivers or software installation required — just plug in and start transferring.

Specifications

• Interface: SATA III 22-Pin (Male) to USB 3.0 (Type-A Male)
• Max Transfer Speed: Up to 6 Gbps (SATA 3); also supports 1.5 Gb/s & 3 Gb/s SATA drives
• Compatible Drives: 2.5-inch SATA HDD & SSD (notebook/laptop drives)
• USB Compatibility: USB 3.0 / 2.0 / 1.1
• Power: USB bus-powered + USB 2.0 auxiliary power port
• Country of Origin: Made in Mainland China

⚠️ Note: This adapter is designed for 2.5-inch notebook/laptop hard drives and SSDs only. It is not compatible with 3.5-inch desktop HDDs.

Perfect For

• Backing up or cloning a laptop hard drive
• Upgrading your notebook's HDD to an SSD
• Accessing data from an old or spare 2.5-inch drive
• Using an SSD as fast, portable external storage

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Learn More

For guidance on data storage standards and USB specifications, visit the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Will this SATA to USB 3.0 adapter work with my laptop's old hard drive?

A: Yes! As long as your drive is a standard 2.5-inch SATA HDD or SSD with a 22-pin SATA connector (the standard for most notebook/laptop drives), this adapter will work. It supports SATA I (1.5 Gb/s), SATA II (3 Gb/s), and SATA III (6 Gb/s) drives.

Q: Do I need to install any drivers or software to use this cable?

A: No drivers or additional software are needed. This SATA to USB 3.0 adapter cable is plug-and-play on Windows and macOS. Simply connect the SATA end to your drive and plug the USB end into your computer to get started.

Q: Can I use this adapter with a 3.5-inch desktop hard drive?

A: No — this adapter is designed specifically for 2.5-inch notebook/laptop SATA hard drives and SSDs. It is not compatible with 3.5-inch desktop HDDs, which require a different power supply and connector setup.

Q: What is the USB 2.0 auxiliary power port for?

A: Some high-capacity 2.5-inch drives may draw more power than a single USB 3.0 port can provide. Connecting the auxiliary USB 2.0 power cable to a second USB port on your computer supplies the extra power needed to ensure stable operation with those drives.