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Black USB 3.0 adapter with SATA and IDE ports plus 12V 2A power supply

IHDAPP

IHDAPP USB 3.0 to IDE SATA Hard Drive Adapter with 12V 2A Power Supply

SKU CH-BSJ2-MMECD

Connects 2.5 and 3.5 inch IDE or SATA drives to USB 3.0 for data transfer and recovery, includes 12V 2A power supply

  • Adapter typeUSB 3.0 to SATA and IDE Adapter
  • First connectorUSB 3.0
  • Second connectorIDE and SATA
  • Units per package1
  • Product colorBlack
  • DetailsUSB 3.0 to IDE and SATA
  • Connect 2.5" or 3.5" drives via USB 3.0 for fast file transfers
  • Power 3.5" drives with included 12V 2A adapter for reliable operation
  • Access IDE and SATA drives on Windows, Linux, Mac, PS-4 and X-box One
  • Compact 3.5 x 2.3 x .7 inch design fits in a bag for portable use
  • Supports HDD, SSD and optical drives up to 6TB for versatile data recovery

USB 3.0 to IDE SATA Adapter

This USB 3.0 adapter connects 2.5-inch and 3.5-inch IDE or SATA hard drives and SSDs to a computer. It supports drives up to 6TB and works with Windows, Linux, Mac OS and game consoles. The kit includes a 12V 2A power supply for 3.5-inch drives.

Replaces Docking Stations

The compact adapter replaces bulky drive docks when you only need occasional access to bare drives. It is worth choosing when desk space is limited or when you move between multiple machines. Builders who need simultaneous multi-drive access should consider a multi-bay enclosure instead.

Sustained Transfer Behaviour

USB 3.0 bandwidth handles continuous reads and writes from mechanical drives without saturation. The external 12V 2A power adapter keeps 3.5-inch disks spinning steadily during long copy or backup sessions. The small 3.5 x 2.3 x .7 inch housing has no active cooling, so extended heavy workloads may warm the casing.

How it compares

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Price $20.99
Cheaper than about 57% of the 1,721 comparable items (median $22.99).

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Specifications

Product
Product colorBlack
Adapter typeUSB 3.0 to SATA and IDE Adapter
Ports & slots
First connectorUSB 3.0
Second connectorIDE and SATA
Size & build
Product dimensions3.5 × 2.3 × 0.7 in
Product weight130g
In the box
Units per package1
In the box1 x USB 3.0 to IDE SATA adapter, 1 × 12V2A AC power supply, 1 x User Manual

Questions about this item

What clearance do I need for the 3.5 x 2.3 x .7 inch adapter body?

The adapter measures 3.5 inches long, 2.3 inches wide and .7 inches thick, so allow at least that footprint plus room for the attached drive and cables.

Which power cable do I connect first when installing a 3.5 inch IDE drive?

Attach the 4-pin power cable to the drive, then plug the 12V 2A supply into the adapter before connecting the USB 3.0 cable to the computer.

Will the 12V 2A power supply need replacement if I use the adapter daily?

The included 12V 2A supply is rated for continuous operation; replace it only if the output voltage drops or the unit becomes noisy or hot.

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