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Black rectangular adapter with USB-C and USB-A plugs, SATA and IDE ports, LED indicator and external power supply

SMA

SMA USB C & USB 3.0 to SATA IDE Adapter Hard Drive Adapter

SKU CH-1YXJ-RXJYZ

Connects 2.5" or 3.5" SATA and IDE drives to USB-C or USB 3.0 ports with up to 5Gbps transfer speeds

  • Adapter typeSATA/IDE to USB 3.0
  • First connectorUSB 3.0 / USB C
  • Second connectorSATA/IDE
  • Units per package1
  • Product colorBlack
  • DetailsSATA/IDE to USB adapters are designed to convert the native
  • Connect 2.5" and 3.5" SATA or IDE drives via USB
  • Transfer data at up to 5Gbps with USB 3.0 speed
  • Works with Windows, Mac OS and Linux systems
  • Hot-swap drives without rebooting; LED shows power and activity
  • Includes 12V power adapter for 3.5" drive operation

SMA USB C & USB 3.0 to SATA IDE Adapter

This adapter connects 2.5-inch and 3.5-inch SATA or IDE hard drives and optical drives to a computer through USB 3.0 or USB-C ports. It suits technicians and home users who need quick access to legacy drives for data recovery or migration without installing them internally. The plug-and-play design works across Windows, Mac OS and Linux systems. No driver installation is required for basic operation.

Capacity and headroom

The adapter handles SATA I and SATA II drives alongside IDE devices up to 3.5-inch form factors, covering desktop HDDs, SSDs and optical drives such as DVD-ROM and CD-RW units. Data transfers reach 5 Gbps over USB 3.0, with backward compatibility to USB 2.0 and 1.1 speeds. The included 12 V 2 A power supply ensures stable operation for larger 3.5-inch drives that draw more current than a USB port can provide. Drives beyond the SATA II specification or newer interface types are not supported.

Bundled accessories and software

A 12 V 2 A power adapter and a 4-pin cable for 3.5-inch IDE drives are included, removing the need for a separate power source when working with desktop drives. The package also supplies a USB-C to USB-A adapter, allowing the same cable to fit both modern and older USB ports. An on-off switch protects drives during connection changes, while an LED indicator shows power and activity status at a glance. A user manual completes the bundle.

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Specifications

Product
Product colorBlack
Adapter typeSATA/IDE to USB 3.0
Ports & slots
First connectorUSB 3.0 / USB C
Second connectorSATA/IDE
Size & build
Product dimensions6.02 × 4.49 × 2.05 in
Product weight8 oz
In the box
Units per package1
In the box1 x SATA/IDE to USB Adapter,
1 x US Plug,
1 x User Manual

Questions about this item

Will the SMA adapter let me connect a 3.5-inch IDE drive from an older desktop to my current laptop?

Yes, the adapter supports both 2.5-inch and 3.5-inch IDE drives, and the included 12V 2A power supply and 4-pin cable provide the necessary power for 3.5-inch units.

How can I confirm the SMA adapter is transferring data at USB 3.0 speeds after I plug it in?

The LED indicator shows power and activity status, and your operating system will report a SuperSpeed USB connection when the adapter is linked at 5 Gbps.

Does the package include everything needed to power a 3.5-inch SATA drive, or must I buy a separate supply?

The box contains the SATA/IDE to USB adapter, a 12V 2A US plug power adapter, a 4-pin cable for 3.5-inch IDE drives, and a user manual.

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