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Green circuit board with SATA, 40-pin IDE and 4-pin Molex connectors

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BUCIER 2.5 to 3.5 inch SATA to IDE Adapter 40-pin 4-pin Molex 3.0 Gbps

SKU CH-KK1Y-14YYX

Connects a 2.5 or 3.5 inch SATA drive to a 40-pin IDE motherboard using a Molex power connector at up to 3.0 Gbps

  • Connector details4 pin molex
  • Conductor typeCopper
  • Product colorGreen
  • Connect a 2.5 or 3.5 inch SATA drive to a legacy IDE system
  • Male 40-pin PATA connector fits older desktop motherboards directly
  • 4-pin Molex power input supplies the adapter and drive
  • Supports ATA 100/133 modes with data rates up to 3.0 Gbps
  • Green PCB with copper conductors for reliable signal integrity

SATA to PATA drive adapter

This adapter lets you connect a 2.5 or 3.5 inch SATA hard drive or SSD to a desktop system that only has a 40-pin IDE interface. It is intended for owners of legacy PATA motherboards who want to install a newer SATA storage device. The card provides one female SATA port, one male 40-pin PATA connector and a 4-pin Molex power input. No cable is included in the package.

Sustained throughput at 3.0 Gbps

The adapter supports ATA 100 and ATA 133 modes with a data transfer rate up to 3.0 Gbps. Under sustained load the link runs at the native SATA I speed ceiling rather than a burst figure. Actual throughput will depend on the host IDE controller, the drive firmware and the system BIOS. Compatibility issues can reduce effective speed on some older platforms.

Straightforward slot-in fitting

Installation requires plugging the male 40-pin IDE end into the motherboard, attaching the SATA drive to the female port and supplying power through the Molex connector. The main difficulty is BIOS recognition; some older systems will not detect the SATA drive without a firmware update or specific drive-mode settings. Ensure the Molex power lead is firmly seated to avoid intermittent operation.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameGODSHARK
Model name8541644268
Product colorGreen
Ports & slots
Connector details4 pin molex
Size & build
Conductor typeCopper

Questions about this item

Does the 3.0 Gbps adapter generate noticeable heat when left running all day?

The adapter has no active components and draws negligible power, so it stays at ambient temperature during continuous operation.

Must I already have a spare 4-pin Molex lead from my power supply to use this card?

Yes, the board requires a 4-pin Molex connection for power; the cable is not included.

Will a modern 2.5 or 3.5 inch SATA drive work reliably on my older 40-pin IDE motherboard with this converter?

The adapter bridges SATA to 40-pin IDE at up to 3.0 Gbps and supports ATA 100/133, though BIOS or drive firmware may still cause occasional incompatibility.

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