StarTech.com SATA to USB Cable - USB 3.0 to 2.5” SATA III Hard Drive Adapter - External Converter for SSD/HDD Data Transfer (USB3S2SAT3CB)

StarTech.com SATA to USB Cable - USB 3.0 to 2.5” SATA III Hard Drive Adapter - External Converter for SSD/HDD Data Transfer (USB3S2SAT3CB)

Q: While listed as only for a 2.5 HDD, has anyone tested this on a Desktop 3.5 HDD?

This will not work on a 3.5 drive. The USB power supply is 5V. The 2.5 drives only use a 5V power rail, which is why this works on them. 3.5 drives have a 12V power rail, along with the 5V power rail. To run a 3.5 drive, you need an external 12V power supply. There are interfaces that come with it.

Q: USB 3.0 to 2.5" SATA III Hard Drive Adapter Cable w/UASP ... Great! Is this thing USB 2.0 backward compatible in case I need it that way?

I've been able to use these with SSD's and USB 2.0. Usually laptop HDD's pull too much power to work on 2.0, and I've seen a couple older ones pull too much for 3.0. I work in a computer repair shop where we use these things like crazy, and it often depends on the drive you're using, and whether your USB port is able to push the power it's supposed to be rated for. Feels like a coin flip if you're working with a platter drive, but SSD's do fine.

Q: 2.5" drives don't require a power adaptor? All I need is this cable?

Yes. I had an SSD drive connected to the back of a server's USB 3 port for weeks without issue with no external power adapter.

Q: Is this compatible with the Samsung Data Migration / Magician tools? They will not detect my drive with the other adapters I own.

I just ran into this issue with a Samsung 500 Gb 860 EVO SSD. The Samsung Magician Software did not see the SSD. There was a suggestion on one of Samsung's support sites (user community) that the bios settings for the HDD controller could be at fault. I checked mine and they were set to RAID (even though I don't have a RAID configuration). The recommended setting is AHCI. I changed it to AHCI (despite the warning that the computer might fail to boot) and rebooted. Rebooted without an issue, but Magician still didn't "recognize" the SSD as a Samsung "compatible" drive. I then downloaded Samsung Data Migration tool, which is really what you need for the cloning. IT WORKED. So as indicated elsewhere, there is some issue with certain combinations of Samsung software and the newer SSD's. I will try to remember to test it with an older USB 2.0 -> SATA adapter I've used in the past without issue. In the end, the cable worked as advertised.

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Compatible Devices
Laptop
Specific Uses For Product
personal
Connector Type
Sata/Usb
Color
Black
Item dimensions L x W x H
19.7 x 1.9 x

⚡5Gbps USB 3.0 transfer speed

💼Ultra-portable, fits in any laptop bag

🔄Plug & play, no installation needed

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StarTech.com SATA to USB Cable - USB 3.0 to 2.5” SATA III Hard Drive Adapter - External Converter for SSD/HDD Data Transfer (USB3S2SAT3CB)

Samsung 870 EVO SATA III SSD 1TB 2.5” Internal Solid State Drive, Upgrade PC or Laptop Memory and Storage for IT Pros, Creators, Everyday Users, MZ-77E1T0B/AM

Description

🚀 Unlock lightning-fast storage access anywhere, anytime!

COMPACT POWERHOUSE - Lightweight and sleek design slips into your laptop bag, perfect for on-the-go professionals who demand mobility.
EFFORTLESS PLUG PLAY - Swap between 2.5” SATA SSDs and HDDs instantly without enclosures or drivers—data access made seamless.
UNIVERSAL COMPATIBILITY - Works flawlessly with all 2.5” SATA drives across platforms—no OS restrictions, just pure productivity.
NO EXTERNAL POWER NEEDED - Bus-powered convenience means zero cables and zero clutter—just connect and conquer your data tasks.
BLAZING FAST DATA TRANSFERS - Experience up to 5Gbps speeds with USB 3.0 and UASP support for 70% faster transfers—because your time is money.

The StarTech.com SATA to USB Cable is a portable, bus-powered adapter that connects 2.5” SATA SSDs and HDDs to any USB-A port with blazing USB 3.0 speeds up to 5Gbps. Featuring plug-and-play simplicity and UASP support for up to 70% faster transfers, it’s the perfect tool for professionals needing quick, reliable data access and transfer without bulky enclosures or external power.

Specifications

Standing screen display size	2.5 Inches
Hard Drive	Portable
Wireless Type	Radio Frequency
Number of USB 3.0 Ports	3
Brand	StarTech
Series	USB3S2SAT3CB
Item model number	USB3S2SAT3CB
Hardware Platform	OS Independent
Item Weight	1.44 ounces
Product Dimensions	19.7 x 1.9 x 0.4 inches
Item Dimensions LxWxH	19.7 x 1.9 x 0.4 inches
Color	Black
Batteries	1 AAAA batteries required.
Manufacturer	StarTech.com
Language	Italian
ASIN	B00HJZJI84
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer	No
Date First Available	December 27, 2013

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While listed as only for a 2.5 HDD, has anyone tested this on a Desktop 3.5 HDD?

USB 3.0 to 2.5" SATA III Hard Drive Adapter Cable w/UASP ... Great! Is this thing USB 2.0 backward compatible in case I need it that way?

2.5" drives don't require a power adaptor? All I need is this cable?

Is this compatible with the Samsung Data Migration / Magician tools? They will not detect my drive with the other adapters I own.

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