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Black rectangular USB 3.0 to SATA IDE adapter with power switch and connectors

LUOM

LUOM E-yield E01 USB 3.0 to SATA IDE adapter

SKU CH-YVN4-HHBJZ

Connects 2.5" and 3.5" SATA or IDE drives via USB 3.0 for simultaneous access to three drives with 5 Gbps transfer speeds

  • Interface typeUSB 3.0
  • Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
  • Supported platformsWorks with Windows Vista
  • Product colorBlack
  • Connect 2.5" and 3.5" SATA or IDE drives via USB 3.0
  • Access three drives simultaneously for direct file transfer between them
  • USB 3.0 interface delivers up to 5 Gbps transfer speed
  • Supports drives up to 5 TB capacity with LED status indicator
  • Compatible with Windows, Mac OS and Linux systems

LUOM E-yield E01 USB 3.0 Adapter

The LUOM E-yield E01 is a USB 3.0 to SATA and IDE adapter that connects 2.5" or 3.5" hard disks and solid-state drives to a computer. It suits technicians and home users who need to access data from legacy IDE drives or standard SATA drives without installing them internally. The device includes a 12V 2A power adapter and a USB 3.0 cable for immediate use.

USB 3.0 Interface Limits

The adapter uses a USB 3.0 interface with a theoretical maximum speed of 5 Gbps and is backward compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 ports. Actual transfer rates depend on the connected drive's performance and the host controller, so older mechanical drives will not saturate the bus. The unit supports drives up to 5 TB capacity and allows simultaneous access to three drives across its SATA and dual IDE connectors.

Installation and Common Issues

Setup is plug-and-play on Windows XP through Windows 10, Mac OS 9 and 10, and Linux, requiring no driver installation. The 40-pin and 44-pin IDE connectors are keyed, but forcing a misaligned connection can bend pins on older drives. Users must ensure the power adapter is connected and the drive power switch is on before the host system will recognise the attached storage.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameLUOM
Model nameE-yield E01
Product colorBlack
Ports & slots
Interface typeUSB 3.0
Size & build
Form factor3.5 in (8.89 cm)
Compatibility
Supported platformsWorks with Windows Vista

Questions about this item

Which LUOM E-yield E01 version should I pick for my 3.5 inch SATA SSD and older IDE drive?

This single model handles both drive types. It provides one SATA II connector plus 40-pin and 44-pin IDE connectors, so you can attach a 3.5 inch SATA SSD and a 3.5 inch IDE drive at the same time.

What does the 5 Gbps headline speed mean when I copy files to a SATA SSD through this adapter?

The USB 3.0 link tops out at 5 Gbps, but the SATA II connector limits sustained throughput to the SATA II ceiling. Real-world copy speeds will sit at the lower of the two limits.

Does the USB 3.0 interface cap performance on a modern PC?

The adapter uses USB 3.0 and is backward compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1. On a USB 3.0 port the link runs at 5 Gbps; on older ports it negotiates down to 2.0 or 1.1 speeds.

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