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Black USB 3.0 to SATA converter adapter with power switch

Nippon Labs

Nippon Labs NL-ST0038 USB 3.0 to SATA converter

SKU CH-DQ6Y-DCK2D MPN NL-ST0038

Connects 2.5 and 3.5 SATA drives to USB 3.0 with an on/off power switch

  • Product colorBlack
  • DetailsConverts 2.5 in" and 3.5 in" HDD SATA port to USB 3.0 port U
  • Key featuresSupports all 2.5 in" and 3.5 in" SATA I/II hard drives USB 3
  • Connect 2.5" and 3.5" SATA drives via USB 3.0
  • Power switch lets you spin drives down when idle
  • Plug-and-play setup needs no driver installation
  • Works with Windows and Mac OS systems
  • RoHS compliant build meets environmental standards

USB 3.0 to SATA Bridge

The Nippon Labs NL-ST0038 is a black converter that turns a 2.5 or 3.5 inch SATA hard drive into a USB 3.0 peripheral. It draws power from an included adapter and adds an on/off switch for drive control. Plug-and-play operation works on any system with a USB port.

Suits Drive Recovery and Cloning

Technicians and home users who need quick, temporary access to bare SATA I/II drives for data recovery, imaging or file transfer will find this tool convenient. It is not for builders who need an internal drive bay, a permanent mounting solution, or support for M.2 form factors.

USB 3.0 Interface Decides Compatibility

The single specification that determines fit is the USB 3.0 host connection; the host must provide a standard USB-A port. Only drives with a SATA interface are supported, and the converter handles both 2.5 and 3.5 inch sizes through the same cable.

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Price $20.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameNippon Labs
Model nameNL-ST0038
Product colorBlack
Size & build
Shipping weight0.27 kg
Package size180 × 145 × 64 mm

Questions about this item

Do I need a separate power source to run a 3.5" SATA drive with the NL-ST0038?

The converter includes a power adapter and an on/off switch to supply the 3.5" drive.

Will my SATA I and SATA II hard drives work at their normal speeds when connected through the USB 3.0 interface?

The adapter supports all 2.5" and 3.5" SATA I/II drives with USB 3.0 high-speed transfer rates.

How can I confirm the NL-ST0038 is functioning correctly after I plug it in?

The drive should appear immediately on any system with a USB port thanks to plug-and-play installation.

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