StarTech.com USB 3.0 to SATA IDE Adapter - 2.5in / 3.5in - External Hard Drive to USB Converter – Hard Drive Transfer Cable (USB3SSATAIDE)

StarTech.com USB 3.0 to SATA IDE Adapter - 2.5in / 3.5in - External Hard Drive to USB Converter – Hard Drive Transfer Cable (USB3SSATAIDE)

• EXTREMELY VERSATILE: This USB 3.0 to SATA IDE Adapter has built in connectors for both 2.5in and 3.5in SATA hard drives (HDDs) and SATA solid state drives (SSDs) and IDE hard drives
• COMPACT DESIGN: This hard drive data transfer cable features a compact, portable form factor design that fits perfect in your laptop bag, making it ideal for professionals on the go
• HIGH TRANSFER SPEEDS: For fast access to external storage, this hard drive transfer converter supports transfer rates up to 5Gbps using USB 3.0
• PLUG-AND-PLAY: Designed with convenience in mind, this SATA and IDE hard drive adapter is hot swap and plug-and-play compatible
• THE IT PRO'S CHOICE: Designed and built for IT Professionals, this USB 3.0 to SATA and IDE adapter is backed for 2 years, including free lifetime 24/5 multi-lingual technical assistance

<p>This USB 3.0 to SATA IDE Adapter connects any standard 2.5in or 3.5in SATA or IDE hard drive to a computer through an available USB 3.0 port (backward compatible with USB 2.0). This hard drive converter lets you connect a bare drive with no enclosure, saving time and hassle.</p> <p><b>Ultimate Convenience</b><br> This USB 3.0 SATA/IDE adapter lets you externally connect a bare drive with no drive enclosure or HDD dock required, and features LED indicators that allow you to easily monitor status and activity updates.</p> <p><b>Broad Compatibility</b><br> This external hard drive adapter is ideal for adding cost-effective external storage, or overcoming incompatibility between all hard drives and USB enabled motherboards that may not be SATA or IDE-equipped. It enables users to connect their 2.5in and 3.5in drives to almost any laptop or desktop computer.</p> <p>This data transfer adapter cable works with Windows, Linux, and Mac computers and does not require any software or driver installation, making it a true plug-and-play solution. It is also backward compatible with USB 2.0 and 1.1 making it a highly compatible hard drive connector.</p> <p><b>Ideal for Travel</b><br> This SATA and IDE drive adapter is lightweight and features a compact design that fits perfectly into your laptop bag or carrying case. It is ideal for service technicians who travel and may deal with a variety of hard drive types.</p> <p>This USB 3.0 SATA and IDE adapter cable is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.</p>