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USB 3.0 cable with 13-pin Slimline Sata connector for laptop optical drives

Shenzhen Shenzhong TECH. CO. LTD.

Shenzhen Shenzhong TECH. CO. LTD. USB 3.0 to 7+6 13pin Slimline Sata Adapter Cable

SKU CH-6TEX-YH4A2

Connects laptop SATA optical drives via USB 3.0 without external power

  • Connection typeUSB A to USB B
  • Connects laptop optical drives without external power
  • USB 3.0 interface enables fast data transfer
  • 13-pin Slimline SATA connector fits 7+6 pin drives
  • Supports second hard drive caddy for storage expansion
  • Not compatible with desktop PC optical drives

Laptop optical-drive adapter

This cable connects a laptop SATA DVD drive or a second hard-drive caddy to a USB 3.0 port on a PC. It is built for slimline optical units that use the 7+6 13-pin interface. Desktop optical drives are not compatible with this adapter.

USB 3.0 throughput limit

The link runs at USB 3.0 speeds, so sustained transfer rates cannot exceed that bus ceiling. No external power supply is required, meaning the drive draws all current from the host port.

Slimline connector build

The 13-pin Slimline SATA plug fits only the narrow laptop drive form factor. Because desktop drives use a different connector, the cable cannot be repurposed for full-size optical bays. Its bus-powered design keeps the setup light but limits use to drives that operate within USB current limits.

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Price $9.99
Cheaper than about 88% of the 15,227 comparable items (median $14.99).

Specifications

Ports & slots
Connection typeUSB A to USB B

Questions about this item

Should I choose the 13‑pin version for my laptop optical drive?

Yes, the 13‑pin Slimline SATA connector is designed for laptop DVD‑ROM and 2nd hard‑drive caddy units; it will not fit desktop optical drives.

What does the USB 3.0 rating deliver when the adapter is in use?

The USB 3.0 interface provides up to 5 Gbps theoretical bandwidth, so real‑world transfer speeds will be limited by the connected SATA drive and the host controller.

Which interface standard does the cable use and what does it cap?

It uses a USB 3.0 Type‑A to Type‑B connection, capping the link at the USB 3.0 specification’s maximum throughput.

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