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StarTech USB 3.0 to 2.5" SATA III Drive Adapter Cable (19.7")

BH #STU3S2SAT3CB • MFR #USB3S2SAT3CB
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StarTech USB 3.0 to 2.5" SATA III Drive Adapter Cable (19.7")
Key Features
  • Compatible with SATA I/II/III Drives
  • USB 3.0 Technology
  • Data Transfer Rates up to 5 Gbps
  • USB Bus-Powered
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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StarTech USB3S2SAT3CB Overview

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.

USB Attached SCSI Protocol
UASP is supported in Windows 8, Mac OS X (10.8 or above), and Linux. In testing, UASP performs with a 70% faster read speed and 40% faster write speed over traditional USB 3.0 at peak performance. It also shows an 80% reduction in required processor resources.
UPC: 065030854696

StarTech USB3S2SAT3CB Specs

General
Connector 1
1x 15-Pin + 7-Pin SATA (Unspecified Type)
Connector 2
1x USB-A 3.0 / 3.1/3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gb/s)
Supported Technologies
UASP
Physical
Operating Conditions
32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C at 40 to 85% Humidity
Storage Conditions
14 to 158°F / -10 to 70°C
Certifications
CE, FCC, RoHS
Housing Dimensions
19.7 x 1.9 x 0.4" / 50.0 x 4.8 x 1.0 cm
Weight
1.5 oz / 42.5 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.14 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
8.4 x 7.7 x 1.25"

StarTech USB3S2SAT3CB Reviews

not good for older SSDs

By Patrick
Rated 2 out of 5
Date: 2025-09-04

ok for newer drives, but spotty for older drives. sometimes didnt even mount with older. also, activity light is toooo dim.

Money well spent

By Charles
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2024-07-04

Does exactly what it was meant to do at a great price.

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question

would this work with my Backup Plus Portable USM?
Asked by: Edgar S.
This would not be the cable. You would need a micro USB 3.0 cable such as the one below.
Answered by: Geoffrey N.
Date published: 2018-08-26

Will this work with a SATA DVD drive?

Will this work with a SATA DVD drive?
Asked by: Daniel
The StarTech USB 3.0 to 2.5" SATA III Drive Adapter Cable (19.7") is only designed for low-power SATA SSDs and HDDs that can receive enough power over a USB port. For an optical disc drive, you will need an enclosure designed for optical drives that has its own external power supply, like the OWC Mercury Pro Enclosure for 5.25" Optical Drive, B&H # OWCMR3UKIT.
Answered by: Kenneth C
Date published: 2024-09-12

Can this be used instead of the $75 Atomos dock? ...

Can this be used instead of the $75 Atomos dock? Are they the same thing?
Asked by: Joey
Perfect cable, I use to back up, install windows, everything I recommend, I prefer the cable than the dock
Answered by: Ricardo
Date published: 2020-11-09

question

does anyone know if this (or any other) sata adapter cable will work with the atomos master caddy?
Asked by: Eoin M.
As per G-technology, the SATA connector might be slightly off. G-technology recommends that you get a USB adapter where the SATA and Power connectors are separate as opposed to a single piece as the adapter might not fit. However, you are welcome to purchase and try it out.
Answered by: Zev B
Date published: 2018-08-26

Will this work for downloading my ata drive?

Will this work for downloading my ata drive?
Asked by: Steven
The StarTech USB 3.0 to 2.5" SATA III Drive Adapter Cable (19.7") BH #STU3S2SAT3CB only works with SATA drives. It does not work with ATA drives.
Answered by: Miguel M
Date published: 2022-04-24

Hello, its also work on Windows 10?

Hello, its also work on Windows 10?
Asked by: Zsolt
This adapter cable worked fine for me on my Windows 10 PC.
Answered by: Sterling
Date published: 2019-06-25

Can I use this as a means to format a internal ...

Can I use this as a means to format a internal SSD before I physically install into the computer (iMac) ?
Asked by: Zach
You can use this with a SATA III drive to format drives or use them as external backup drives.
Answered by: Reuben K
Date published: 2019-11-13

I have a WD10JPVX hardrive trying to connect to ...

I have a WD10JPVX hardrive trying to connect to this from a usb 3.0 slot and nothing is happening when I plug it in. I have files on the hardrive but dont want to delete them. Also this is showing up as a keyboard im pretty sure in my device manager, I have a feeling this is the driver issue anyone know where to find the drivers or can help?
Asked by: Aden
We would suggest troubleshooting your USB port with other USB 3.0 drives.
Answered by: Daniel
Date published: 2021-02-24
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