Name: StarTech.com - SATA to USB Cable with UASP - Black
Brand: StarTech.com
SKU: 1829029
Rating: 4.7 (84 reviews)

Key Specs
- Connector Type (End 1): USB Type A
- Connector Type (End 2): eSATA
General
- Product Name: SATA to USB Cable with UASP
- Brand: StarTech.com
- Model Number: USB3S2SAT3CB
- Color: Black
Connectivity
- Cable Type: Data transfer
- Product Type: Adapter
- Connector Type (End 1): USB Type A
- Connector Type (End 2): eSATA
Other
- UPC: 065030854696

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 a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.

QUICKLY ACCESS A SATA SSD OR HDD: Add drive space to your laptop by connecting to a SATA 2.5" SATA SSD or HDD using this SATA to USB cable--you can connect to an external drive to add storage, perform backups, create disk images, implement data recoveries, and transfer content to your laptop
FAST TRANSFER SPEEDS WITH UASP: The SATA to USB adapter supports USB 3.0 data transfer speeds of 5Gbps, 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 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 easily swap between drives with no need to install the drive inside an enclosure--just plug and play
RELIABILITY GUARANTEED: StarTech.com offers a competitive 2-year warranty plus lifetime support on this SATA to USB converter

Q: Will I be able to recover data from a 2.5 inch PC laptop SATA HDD with this product? My laptop will no longer power up and I have many files to recover unfortunately.

A: Yes, you will have no problem transferring files. I used it to update my HDD storage drive to an SSD. I know the process to clone the drive is more complicated but if your just want to transfer the files using this makes your old drive no different than an external hard drive.

Q: Ref: StarTech SATA to USB Cable with UASP Will this cable connect to a Western Digital WD10EZEX hard drive?

A: No, the USB3S2SAT3CB will work with any standard 2.5" SATA SSD / HDD and the Western Digital WD10EZEX is a 3.5" drive. We recommend taking a look at our USB312SAT3 which will support 2.5" and 3.5" SATA SSD / HDD. Atha, StarTech.com Support

Q: Does the single USB plug both power and transfer data to/from the ssd?

A: Yes, the USB3S2SAT3CB will both power the drive and allow for data transfer. Brandon, StarTech.com Support

Q: can be use to laptop hdd to clone ssd?

A: Sure, but I believe you must have a 3.0 USB port in your laptop, so that it can power the external hdd or ssd, those 3.0 USB ports are easily recognizable by their blue color. There is also a USB type C cable which would also get the job done if you have those ports.

Q: will this adapter work with a r554l laptop hard drive

A: The USB3S2SAT3CB is designed to be used with 2.5" SATA based HDD and SSD. Brandon, StarTech.com Support

Q: Is this cable the equivalent of the Hard Drive Cable from HP, part no L23187-001? Thanks, Betty

A: The USB3S2SAT3CB is an external USB to SATA drive adapter. This is not the same as the HP product, which is designed to replace an internal laptop drive connection. Brandon, StarTech.com Support

Q: will this work with a ST1000LM024 Seagate HDD SATA Drive

A: The USB3S2SAT3CB is designed to work with any 2.5" hard drive or solid state drive as long as the drive does not require more than 5V at 0.9A (USB 3.0) or 5V at 0.5A (USB 2.0). Please confirm with the hard drive manufacturer for the power requirements. Brandon, StarTech.com Support

Q: I am installing a crucial MX500 2.5 inch solid state drive. Will this work for instillation?

A: Yes it will.

Customers are saying

Customers are positive about the SATA to USB Cable with UASP, frequently praising its USB functionality, ease of use, and quality. Many users found it straightforward to connect and use with their devices. However, some customers reported compatibility issues with certain hard drives. The product's value for the price was also a recurring positive comment.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Unbelievable simplicity and speed!
I was a bit scared when my external hard drive couldn't be read with the 3rd party sata adapter I brought, I thought my drive was damaged. I eventually learned and realized that it may be the adapter that's not working correctly, so I brought this adapter because it was the same brand of SATA adapter which I used years ago and had super success with. And like clockwork, the SATA adapter worked like a charm, my drive wasn't broken! The adapter is truly plug and play, I didn't need to download any drivers nor software, I just connected the SATA to the adapter and the drive began to sing, instantly, I had access to my SATA files! Thanks so much for reading my review!
Posted 3 years ago by
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
FOR TRANSFERS
US TO TRANSFER DATA FOR ONE SYSTEM TO ANOTHER. VERY EASY TO USE.
Posted 2 years ago by RobertH
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
An essential piece for a Tinkerer's toolbox
This little cable was essentially used to connect two drives for cloning. The USB plugs into the USB port on your PC or laptop. The other end is a SATA connector that is connected to another harddrive or Solid State Drive as long as they are SATA. The only limitation for performance are the drives and the USB drive. It is not uncommon for computers to have a mix of USB versions. Be sure to select the newest USB version that you have. For me that was a USB 3.0 port on my ASUS laptop. Of course you'll need a specialized app to complete a true cloning. Other than that, other geeky stuff like partioning or simply saving a backup can be done with this cable using features within Windows. Its a great little cable with multiple functions.
Posted 3 years ago by Wallyp0p