SATA to USB 3.0 Adapter – 2.5" & 3.5" HDD SSD, UASP

SATA to USB 3.0 Adapter – Fast, Plug-and-Play Hard Drive Converter

Instantly connect any 2.5-inch or 3.5-inch SATA hard drive (HDD) or solid-state drive (SSD) to your computer through a standard USB 3.0 port. Whether you're adding storage, backing up files, creating disk images, or transferring data to a new laptop, this compact SATA to USB 3.0 adapter cable makes the job quick and effortless — no drivers or software installation required.

Key Features

• Universal SATA Compatibility: Works with all standard 2.5" and 3.5" SATA HDD and SSD drives. Note: IDE devices are not supported.
• USB 3.0 Speed up to 5 Gbps: Blazing-fast data transfers with full USB 3.0 bandwidth. Backward compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 ports.
• UASP Support for Faster Transfers: With UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), transfers are up to 70% faster than standard USB 3.0 and require 80% less processor resources — saving you valuable time on large file moves. Actual speed depends on your device's capabilities.
• Plug & Play / Hot Swap: Simply plug in and start using. No installation, no complicated setup — hot swapping is fully supported.
• 3.5" HDD Power Support: Includes a 12V power supply interface for connecting high-power 3.5-inch drives. A 12V/2A AC/DC power adapter is required for 3.5" HDD use (not included unless the version "With Plug" is selected). 2.5" HDD/SSD drives require no extra power supply.
• Wide OS Compatibility: Supports Windows 98 / 2000 / XP / Vista / 7 and later, Mac OS 9.x / 10.x, and Linux.

Specifications

What's in the Box

• 1 × USB 3.0 to SATA Converter Adapter Cable
• 1 × Regional Power Plug (EU / US / UK / AU — based on selected version)

Important Notes

• No extra power needed for 2.5" HDD / SSD — USB bus power is sufficient.
• For 3.5" HDD / SSD, a 12V/2A power adapter is required.
• Does not support IDE drives.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does this SATA to USB 3.0 adapter work with both 2.5-inch and 3.5-inch hard drives?

A: Yes! The adapter is fully compatible with standard 2.5-inch and 3.5-inch SATA HDD and SSD drives. For 2.5-inch drives, USB bus power is sufficient — no external power supply needed. For 3.5-inch drives, a 12V/2A AC/DC power adapter is required. Please note that IDE drives are not supported.

Q: What is UASP and how does it benefit me?

A: UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) is an advanced data transfer protocol that can be up to 70% faster than traditional USB 3.0 transfers while reducing processor load by up to 80%. If your computer and drive both support UASP, you'll experience noticeably quicker file transfers, especially for large backups or disk images.

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

A: No — this SATA to USB adapter is fully plug-and-play. Simply connect your drive and plug the adapter into your USB 3.0 port. It is automatically recognized by Windows (98/2000/XP/Vista/7 and later), Mac OS (9.x/10.x), and Linux operating systems without any additional software.

Q: Is this adapter backward compatible with USB 2.0 ports?

A: Yes. While the adapter is designed for USB 3.0 speeds (up to 5 Gbps), it is fully backward compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 ports. Transfer speeds will be limited to the maximum speed of the port being used.

Production & Packaging Notice

To maintain high stock availability and fast shipping times, our items are sourced from multiple verified manufacturing facilities. While the core quality, materials, and product specifications remain identical, you may notice slight variations in the packaging design, manufacturing origin, or the wording of the printed instructions.