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Black USB 3.0 to SATA IDE adapter with 12V 2A power supply

SoNNeT Ultra Recovery Converter SATA IDE USB 3.0 Hard Drive Adapter 12V 2A

SKU CH-RD3D-VWG1X

Connects 2.5in or 3.5in SATA and IDE drives to USB 3.0 at up to 5Gbps with included 12V 2A power

  • Adapter typeSATA
  • First connectorMicro USB, USB Type B
  • Second connectorMicro USB, USB Type B
  • Connector finishMatte
  • Connector typeStandard
  • Units per package1
  • Connect any 2.5 or 3.5 SATA or IDE drive via USB 3.0
  • Transfer data at up to 5 Gbps with USB 3.0 backward compatibility
  • Works with Windows XP through 10, Mac OS 10+ and Linux
  • Includes 12 V 2 A power adapter and 4-pin cable for 3.5 IDE drives
  • Compact 0.281 kg design supports plug-and-play and hot-swap operation

SATA IDE to USB 3.0 Adapter for 2.5 and 3.5 Drives

This adapter connects standard SATA or IDE hard drives and solid-state drives to a computer through a USB 3.0 port. It accepts 2.5-inch and 3.5-inch form factors and includes a 12V 2A power supply for devices that need external power. The kit also supports optical drives such as DVD-ROM and CD-RW units. Plug-and-play operation works on Windows, Mac OS 10 or higher, and Linux without driver installation.

Suits data-recovery and migration tasks.

The device is aimed at technicians and home users who need to duplicate, back up, or transfer large amounts of data from bare drives. It is not suited for builders who want a permanent internal drive connection or for setups that require a drive to be mounted inside a case. The adapter also cannot power drives that exceed the supplied 12V 2A output.

USB 3.0 interface with 5 Gbps maximum throughput

The single specification that determines fit is the USB 3.0 connection rated at up to 5 Gbps, backward compatible with USB 2.0 at 480 Mbps and USB 1.1 at 12 Mbps. Actual transfer speed depends on the attached drive and the host system configuration.

How it compares

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Price $29.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameSoNNeT
Product lineUltra Recovery Converter
Model nameUltra Recovery Converter
Part numberUltra Recovery Converter
Product colorBlack
Adapter typeSATA
Ports & slots
First connectorMicro USB, USB Type B
Second connectorMicro USB, USB Type B
Connector typeStandard
Size & build
Connector finishMatte
Product weight0.281 kg
In the box
Units per package1

Questions about this item

Will this adapter let me connect my older 3.5 inch IDE drive with a 40-pin connector to a modern USB 3.0 port?

Yes, the adapter includes a 40-pin IDE connector and a 4-pin power cable specifically for 3.5 inch IDE drives, connecting to the host via USB 3.0.

How can I confirm the adapter is powered and transferring data once I plug in a drive?

An LED light on the unit shows both power and activity status, so you can see when the drive is powered up and when data is moving.

Does the package include the power supply needed for 3.5 inch drives, or do I need to buy one separately?

The box includes a 12V 2A AC power adapter and a 4-pin power cable for 3.5 inch IDE drives; no separate purchase is required.

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