USB 3.0 to SATA Adapter for 2.5" & 3.5" SSD HDD – 5Gbps

USB 3.0 to SATA III Hard Drive Adapter Converter

Unlock the full potential of your old or spare hard drives with this USB 3.0 to SATA III Adapter Cable. Whether you need to back up files, recover data, or upgrade your notebook storage, this plug-and-play converter makes it effortless — no software installation required. Compatible with both 2.5" and 3.5" SATA SSD/HDD drives, it's the all-in-one solution for quick, reliable data access on Windows, Mac, and Linux systems.

Made in Mainland China.

⚡ UASP Fast Transfer — Up to 5 Gbps

This adapter supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) technology, delivering speeds up to 5 Gbps — approximately 70% faster than standard USB 3.0 — while reducing processor load by up to 80%. Backward compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1. (Note: actual transfer speed depends on your device's capability.)

🔌 Plug & Play — No Drivers Needed

Simply plug your SATA drive into the adapter, connect to your computer's USB 3.0 port, and you're ready to go. Hot-swapping is fully supported, making it easy to switch between drives without rebooting.

📦 What's in the Box

• 1× USB 3.0 to SATA Converter Adapter Cable (40 cm / 15.75 inches)
• 1× Power adapter plug (EU / US / UK / AU — depending on selected version)

✅ Key Features

• Supports all standard 2.5" and 3.5" SATA HDD/SSD drives
• Transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps with UASP support
• Backward compatible: USB 3.0, 2.0, and 1.1
• Plug and Play — no driver or software installation required
• Hot-swap capable for convenient drive swapping
• 12V/2A power interface for 3.5" high-power drives
• Color: Black | Cable Length: 40 cm (15.75 inches)
• Note: SATA drives only — IDE devices are NOT supported

🖥️ OS Compatibility

• Windows 98 / 2000 / XP / Vista / 7 and later
• Mac OS 9.X / 10.X and later
• Linux

⚠️ Power Requirements

• 2.5" HDD/SSD: No external power needed — powered directly via USB
• 3.5" HDD/SSD: Requires a 12V/2A AC/DC power adapter (included with compatible versions)

Specifications

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I use this USB 3.0 to SATA adapter with a 3.5" desktop hard drive?

A: Yes! This adapter supports both 2.5" and 3.5" SATA hard drives. For 3.5" drives, you will need to connect the included 12V/2A power adapter, as these drives require more power than a USB port can supply alone. No extra power is needed for 2.5" drives.

Q: Does this SATA to USB 3.0 adapter work on Mac and Linux?

A: Absolutely. This adapter is compatible with Windows 98 through the latest versions, Mac OS 9.X and 10.X and above, and Linux. It is plug-and-play, meaning no driver or software installation is required on any of these operating systems.

Q: Will this adapter work with an IDE hard drive?

A: No — this adapter is designed exclusively for SATA interface drives (HDD and SSD). IDE/PATA devices are not supported. Please confirm your drive uses a SATA connector before purchasing.

Q: What transfer speeds can I expect with this USB 3.0 to SATA converter?

A: When connected to a USB 3.0 port on a UASP-supported system, you can achieve transfer speeds of up to 5 Gbps — about 70% faster than traditional USB 3.0. The adapter is also backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.1, though speeds will be lower on those ports. Actual speed depends on your host device's capabilities and the drive 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.