USB 3.0 to SATA Adapter – 2.5/3.5" HDD SSD, UASP 5Gbps

USB 3.0 to SATA Adapter Cable – Connect Any SATA Drive Instantly

Breathe new life into your old hard drives or upgrade your storage setup with this versatile USB 3.0 to SATA Adapter Cable. Compatible with both 2.5" and 3.5" SATA HDD and SSD drives, this plug-and-play converter lets you access, back up, or transfer data at blazing-fast speeds — no tools or software required.

Made in Mainland China.

⚡ Key Features

• Blazing UASP Speed: Supports data transfer up to 5 Gbps. With UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) technology, enjoy up to 70% faster transfers than standard USB 3.0 and up to 80% reduction in CPU resource usage.
• Universal Compatibility: Works with all standard 2.5" and 3.5" SATA I / II / III HDDs and SSDs. Backward compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 ports.
• Plug & Play — No Software Needed: Simply connect the adapter and your drive is instantly recognized. No driver installation required.
• Hot Swapping Supported: Swap drives on the fly without restarting your computer.
• Wide OS Support: Compatible with Windows 98 / 2000 / XP / Vista / 7 / 8 / 10, Mac OS 9.x / 10.x, and Linux.
• Optional Power for 3.5" Drives: Includes a 12V power interface for high-powered 3.5" HDDs. (A 12V/2A AC/DC power adapter is required for 3.5" drives — not included unless the "With Plug" version is selected.)
• Compact Cable Length: 40 cm / 15.75 inches — ideal for desktop and laptop use.

📦 What's in the Box

• 1× USB 3.0 to SATA Converter Adapter Cable
• 1× Regional Power Plug (EU / US / UK / AU — included only with corresponding version)

📋 Specifications

⚠️ Important Notes

• No extra power supply is needed for 2.5" HDD/SSD drives.
• A 12V/2A power adapter is required when using 3.5" HDD/SSD drives.
• IDE drives are not supported — SATA interface only.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do I need to install drivers to use the USB 3.0 to SATA adapter?

A: No, this SATA to USB 3.0 adapter is completely plug-and-play. Simply connect your SATA drive and plug the USB end into your computer — it will be recognized automatically on Windows, Mac OS, and Linux without any driver or software installation.

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

A: Yes! The adapter supports both 2.5" and 3.5" SATA hard drives and SSDs. However, 3.5" drives require an external 12V/2A DC power adapter (not included unless you select a version with a regional power plug). 2.5" drives draw power directly from the USB port and need no additional power supply.

Q: Does this adapter support UASP and what does it mean for transfer speeds?

A: Yes, this USB 3.0 to SATA adapter fully supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol). UASP enables data transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps — approximately 70% faster than traditional USB 3.0 — and reduces CPU load by up to 80%, making large file transfers significantly quicker and more efficient.

Q: Is this adapter compatible with SATA I and SATA II drives, not just SATA III?

A: Yes, the adapter is compatible with SATA I, SATA II, and SATA III drives. Note that IDE/PATA drives are not supported — only SATA interface drives will work with this adapter.

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.