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StarTech.com SATA to USB Cable - USB 3.0 to 2.5” SATA III Hard Drive Adapter - External Converter for SSD/HDD Data Transfer (USB3S2SAT3CB)
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| Price | $9.79 | |
| AmazonGlobal Shipping | $8.98 | |
| Estimated Import Fees Deposit | $0.00 | |
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| Total | $18.77 | |
Purchase options and add-ons
| Brand | StarTech.com |
| Connector Type | Sata/Usb |
| Cable Type | SATA |
| Compatible Devices | Laptop, Personal Computer |
| Special Feature | Data Transfer |
About this item
- QUICKLY ACCESS A SATA SSD OR HDD: Connect to a 2.5in SATA SSD (solid state drive) or HDD (hard disk drive) to add storage, perform backups, create disk images, recover data, and transfer content to your laptop; For 3.5in drives please see our USB312SAT3
- FAST TRANSFER SPEEDS: The SATA to USB adapter supports USB 3.0 data transfer speeds of 5Gbps over USB-A, plus you can experience transfer speeds up to 70% faster than conventional USB 3.0 when connected to a computer that also supports UASP
- CONNECT FROM ANYWHERE: The hard drive USB adapter cable is a portable solution that tucks away nicely in a laptop bag with no external power required
- SAVE TIME: The hard drive transfer cable lets you conveniently swap between drives with no need to install the drive inside an enclosure, just plug and play into a USB-A host system
- COMPATIBILITY: bus-powered adapter is only compatible with 2.5" SATA SSDs (solid-state drives) or 2.5" HDDs (hard disk drives); 3.5" drives require a dedicated power connection; For an adapter that supports 3.5in drives, please see our USB312SAT3
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Product details
- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
- Product Dimensions : 19.7 x 1.9 x 0.4 inches; 1.5 ounces
- Item model number : USB3S2SAT3CB
- Date First Available : December 27, 2013
- Manufacturer : StarTech.com
- ASIN : B00HJZJI84
- Best Sellers Rank: #910 in Computer Accessories & Peripherals
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Product Description
This SATA to USB cable is an external drive adapter that gives you quick and easy access to a SATA drive through the USB-A port on a laptop.
Upgrade the Drive on Your Laptop
This SATA solid-state (SSD) or hard drive (HDD) adapter lets you upgrade to an external 2.5"" SATA SSD or HDD.
The cable lets you: add drive space, perform backups, create disk images, implement data recovery, and transfer content between the drive and the laptop. The hard drive converter externally connects directly to your hard drive connector and your computer's USB port.
Faster Transfer Speeds with UASP
The cable supports USB 3.0 data transfer speeds of 5Gbps. But, you can experience transfer speeds up to 70% faster than conventional USB 3.0, when connected to a computer that also supports UASP. With UASP you can utilize the full potential of a SATA III SSD or HDD. UASP is supported in Windows 8, Mac OSX (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.
At the same peak in testing, UASP also shows an 80% reduction in required processor resources.
Connect from Anywhere
The SATA to USB cable is a portable solution that tucks away nicely in a laptop bag -- no external power is required. The cable lets you easily swap between drives with no need to install the drive inside an enclosure. It’s plug-and-play and doesn’t require drivers.
USB3S2SAT3CB is backed by 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.
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An external drive adapter that gives you quick and easy access to a SATA drive through the USB-A port on a laptop
Upgrade the Drive on Your Laptop
This SATA solid-state (SSD) or hard drive (HDD) adapter lets you upgrade to an external 2.5" SATA SSD or HDD.
The cable lets you:
- Add drive space
- Perform backups
- Create disk images
- Implement data recovery
- Transfer content between the drive and the laptop
Faster Transfer Speeds with UASP
The cable supports USB 3.0 data transfer speeds of 5Gbps. But, you can experience transfer speeds up to 70% faster than conventional USB 3.0, when connected to a computer that also supports UASP.
With UASP you can utilize the full potential of a SATA III SSD or HDD. 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.
Connect from Anywhere
The SATA to USB cable is a portable solution that tucks away nicely in a laptop bag -- no external power is required.
The cable lets you easily swap between drives with no need to install the drive inside an enclosure. It’s plug-and-play and doesn’t require drivers.
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Customers find the electronic cable easy to use and convenient for upgrading laptop hard drives. They appreciate its simple plug-and-play setup and build quality. Many find it a good value for money, especially when reusing old drives. The thick cable is also appreciated for its durability.
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Customers like the functionality of the cable. They say it works well with fast data transfer rate, runs smoothly under Linux kernel 4.4, and is easy to use.
"Bought this cable to clone a laptop hard-drive. Worked great and the price was right!" Read more
"...It works as advertised and pulls data quickly...." Read more
"...Plugged a 2.5 laptop drive I to it ND it worked liked a charm. No drivers needed...." Read more
"...Works flawlessly. Recommend." Read more
Customers appreciate the easy setup of the product. They find it simple to connect and use for testing drives. The cable is described as well-made and easy to upgrade.
"...I like the quality and no-nonsense presentation...." Read more
"I bought this to transfer files from my Sony AtomX drive. Connects easily and has good transfer speed." Read more
"...I've worked in IT for 34 years now and these little things are very useful. It works as advertised and pulls data quickly...." Read more
"This is an extremely useful piece of equipment if you have a need for such. Works flawlessly. Recommend." Read more
Customers appreciate the adapter's build quality. They find it reliable, secure, and resistant to damage. The adapter works well and is a quality accessory.
"...I like the quality and no-nonsense presentation...." Read more
"...The adapter has proven to be reliable, consistently recognizing and accessing the drives without any issues...." Read more
"...It is brand new and in good visual condition. Made of mostly molded rubber and plastic...." Read more
"...The build quality seems adequate, and there didn't appear to be any fit or finish issues. Installation/Use..." Read more
Customers appreciate the cable's value for money. They find it inexpensive, well-made, and effective in recovering files from old drives. The cable saves time and effort.
"...Worked great and the price was right!" Read more
"Very nice for the price. It connects all kinds of laptop hard drives to my pc. It works on Windows and Linux." Read more
"works well and it's a great value. simple to use" Read more
"...etc. These adapters are very easy to use and save a lot of time. StarTech adapters are almost indispensable when working with computers...." Read more
Customers like the cable quality. They say it's a good cable that works with the right hard drive, and they like the thick cable because it is strong and well-made. The adapter cable arrived in excellent condition, and customers find it better than any USB3 adapter cable they've seen. It's simple and straightforward, eliminating the need for bulky cables and power supplies.
"As the headline suggests, the cable is fine, check elsewhere if you run into an issue. And please, folks, this connects to a single USB port...." Read more
"...Just to be clear, I bought the 2.5 inch version. This is a great little cable to have...." Read more
"Good product" Read more
"...Feels good and solid, the cable is thick, and the connection to the external drive is solid...." Read more
Customers appreciate the product's transfer speed. They find it enables fast boot speeds, and the USB 3.0 helps it transfer data quickly. The adapter is simple, efficient, and versatile for their computer needs.
"...Connects easily and has good transfer speed." Read more
"...It works as advertised and pulls data quickly...." Read more
"...It supports USB 3.0, providing fast data transfer speeds that made moving large amounts of data quick and efficient...." Read more
"...Regardless, it's still fast... in my case, I was able to transfer about 240GB to the new PC in about 5 minutes...." Read more
Customers find the product useful for data transfer. They say it makes file transfer easy and reliable, preserving important files. The data transfer starts and finishes without any hiccups. It works beautifully for HDD to SSD transfers, theoretically transferring data to an external hard drive at speeds of up to 5 Gb/s. It's also useful for moving data off of broken laptops by removing the HDD and plugging in to a computer USB port.
"This adapter has been perfect for transferring and preserving important files from older drives that I thought I might lose otherwise...." Read more
"...Data transfers flawlessly. Speed is not an issue at all. Works as well as expected." Read more
"...No glitches with HD transfer from older laptop to SSD. I recommend. Hope that helps." Read more
"...Pros: • Quick plug and play • Quickly switch from connecting one hard drive to connecting another • Sturdy construction •..." Read more
Customers like the cloning capability of the cable. It allows them to clone HDDs to solid state drives, replicate existing hard drives, and copy files from laptop drives. The cloning software is reliable and easy to use, with documents copying smoothly to new folders.
"...I like the the Samsung's because they're good and the cloning software is rock solid and a no brainer...." Read more
"...This adapter made recovering those old memories easy!" Read more
"...are a great tool to have around, for inspecting old drives, cloning drives (done that), etc...." Read more
"...Reboot computer - DONE! This cable was perfect for cloning the Mac to the SSD...." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on January 23, 2025Size: USB 3.0 | 2.5"Verified Purchaseworks well and it's a great value. simple to use
- Reviewed in the United States on August 17, 2018Size: USB 3.0 | 2.5"Verified PurchaseAs the headline suggests, the cable is fine, check elsewhere if you run into an issue. And please, folks, this connects to a single USB port. USB power is limited to 500mA (USB 2.0) and 900mA (USB 3.0). You can't power a 3.5" HDD or an older 2.5" HDD with this cable, it's not the cable it is your computer's USB port.
I've purchased several Startech products over the past several years. I like the quality and no-nonsense presentation. This cable has the added benefit over an older USB-SATA cable setup I had, in that it has 2 little led's to indicate data access (like on your computer).
I bought this cable at the same time I purchased a new Samsung 500Gb 860 EVO SSD. I've done the laptop HDD to SSD clone process 6+ times. In the past, I've used a different USB-SATA cable and Samsung SSD's without a hitch. I like the the Samsung's because they're good and the cloning software is rock solid and a no brainer.
When I hooked things up and used the latest version of Samsung's software, I had an issue with the software not recognizing the new SSD. Hmm, bad cable? bad SSD? I tried a different older SSD I had pulled from an earlier laptop upgrade and I could see it no problem in Win 10 explorer. Still nothing with the new SSD.
So in one of the reviews of this product I saw the Startech tech support phone line. Lo and behold it (the number) worked and I was talking to an actual human tech support person in less than 3 minutes. Folks this is an $11 cable, I am impressed with this level of tech support. The tech person suggested I try to format it with drive manager in windows, which I did, while he was on the phone no less, and yes, I could format it and I could then see it in file manager and read/write files to the new SSD, so it is really, really unlikely to be the cable or a dud SSD, that leaves the Samsung software.
This one phone call was really helpful and saved me from sending back the cable and the SSD as it would have been difficult to tell which was the culprit (neither in this case). I then did the old Google search and found the Samsung Magician software has a reputation for not seeing some of the newer versions of their SSDs. Further reading suggested that their Data Migration tool (which you use for cloning) didn't have the problem. After downloading the Data Migration software, I was able to see the new Samsung SSD and do the cloning. I really can't stress how big a time saver the support I got from Startech was. It wasn't their knowledge of Samsung's issues, but at least how to get to that point where I could establish it wasn't the SSD or cable that was the issue. Kudos to Startech and their tech support!
One issue that was mentioned in the various support posts on the Samsung site (but I suspect is relevant to other newer SSDs), is you may want to check your bios setting for the HDD controller (SATA), mine was set to RAID, but the preferred is AHCI. I can't say whether this was part of the issue or not, but something to keep in mind.
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Dell Precision M4500 (circa 2011) i7 chipset
Win 7 PRO, 64 bit
-> cloning to Samsung 500 Gb 860 EVO SSD
using Samsung Data Migration software (not Samsung Magician)
- Reviewed in the United States on January 17, 2025Size: USB 3.0 | 2.5"Verified PurchaseI bought this to transfer files from my Sony AtomX drive. Connects easily and has good transfer speed.
- Reviewed in the United States on January 11, 2025Size: USB 3.0 | 2.5"Verified PurchaseBought this cable to clone a laptop hard-drive. Worked great and the price was right!
- Reviewed in the United States on October 24, 2024Size: USB 3.0 | 2.5"Verified PurchaseDidn't read carefully enough and found out the hard way that I purchased the 3.0 USB to 2.5" drive. And it is NOT compatible with 3.5 size drives. USB 3.0 doesn't provide enough power to spin the drive. Plugged a 2.5 laptop drive I to it ND it worked liked a charm. No drivers needed. Sad that I have to buy a separate adapter to work with 3.5 harddrives.
- Reviewed in the United States on November 17, 2024Size: USB 3.0 | 2.5"Verified PurchaseI've used this to pull data off of the drives of dead laptops for friends and family of mine. I've worked in IT for 34 years now and these little things are very useful. It works as advertised and pulls data quickly. I haven't had any problems with it and it has proven to be something good to keep handy in my laptop bag.
- Reviewed in the United States on January 5, 2025Size: USB 3.0 | 2.5"Verified PurchaseWorked perfect to upgrade laptop hard drive
- Reviewed in the United States on December 31, 2024Size: USB 3.0 | 2.5"Verified PurchaseThis is an extremely useful piece of equipment if you have a need for such. Works flawlessly. Recommend.
Top reviews from other countries
Edoardo ToffoliReviewed in Canada on November 10, 20245.0 out of 5 stars very usefull
Size: USB 3.0 | 2.5"Verified Purchasesimple and useful. I have a dock for 3.5 and 2.5 inch hdd that require a power cable, this is ONE cable for 2.5 hdd. It is something that I missed in my toolbox
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Walter BoniniReviewed in Brazil on October 20, 20245.0 out of 5 stars Ótimo
Size: USB 3.0 | 2.5"Verified PurchaseFunciona perfeitamente
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Cliente AmazonReviewed in Spain on November 13, 20245.0 out of 5 stars Perfecto
Size: USB 3.0 | 2.5"Verified PurchasePerfecto adaptador sata buena velocidad de transferencia
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ThasaidonReviewed in the Netherlands on September 27, 20245.0 out of 5 stars Doet wat het moet doen
Size: USB 3.0 | 2.5"Verified PurchasePrima kabel voor het extern aansluiten van SSD drives. Werkt prima.
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ChrisReviewed in Germany on July 1, 20245.0 out of 5 stars Funktioniert einwandfrei
Size: USB 3.0 | 2.5"Verified PurchaseMöchte man ein neues internes HD installieren kann man davor mit diesem Kabel Daten vom alten HD auf das neue HD setzen bevor man es einbaut. Hat super geklappt und war preiswert







































