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product_id: 4149695
title: "StarTech.com USB 2.0 to IDE SATA Adapter, 2.5/3.5\" SSD/HDD, USB to IDE & SATA Converter Cable - Replaced by USB3SSATAIDE"
brand: "startech.com"
price: "€ 47.06"
currency: EUR
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reviews_count: 9
url: https://www.desertcart.fi/products/4149695-startech-com-usb-2-0-to-ide-sata-adapter-2
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# 480 Mbps USB 2.0 speed Dual IDE & SATA support LED status indicators StarTech.com USB 2.0 to IDE SATA Adapter, 2.5/3.5" SSD/HDD, USB to IDE & SATA Converter Cable - Replaced by USB3SSATAIDE

**Brand:** startech.com
**Price:** € 47.06
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 💼 Unlock your legacy drives with pro-grade speed and universal power.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** StarTech.com USB 2.0 to IDE SATA Adapter, 2.5/3.5" SSD/HDD, USB to IDE & SATA Converter Cable - Replaced by USB3SSATAIDE by startech.com
- **How much does it cost?** € 47.06 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.fi](https://www.desertcart.fi/products/4149695-startech-com-usb-2-0-to-ide-sata-adapter-2)

## Best For

- startech.com enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted startech.com brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Intuitive LED Indicators:** Stay informed with real-time power and activity status at a glance.
- • **Multi-Region Power Support:** Includes US, EU, and UK power cables to keep you powered anywhere worldwide.
- • **Travel-Ready Compact Design:** Lightweight and portable—perfect for on-the-go IT pros and digital nomads.
- • **Reliable High-Speed Transfers:** Experience up to 480 Mbps data transfer for efficient backups and cloning.
- • **Universal Drive Compatibility:** Seamlessly connect both 2.5" & 3.5" SATA and IDE drives without extra adapters.

## Overview

The StarTech.com USB 2.0 to IDE/SATA Adapter is a compact, versatile cable that connects 2.5" and 3.5" SATA or IDE hard drives to any USB 2.0 port. Supporting transfer speeds up to 480 Mbps, it features built-in LED indicators for real-time status updates and comes with multi-region power cables, making it an essential tool for professionals needing quick, reliable access to legacy or modern drives anywhere.

## Description

This USB 2.0 to IDE/SATA Adapter Cable connects any standard 2.5in or 3.5in SATA or IDE hard drive to a computer through USB 2.0. The adapter lets you connect a bare drive with no enclosure, saving time and hassle.The USB 2.0 SATA/IDE Adapter features LED indicators that allow you to easily monitor status and activity updates, and is designed for durability and reliability.

Review: Far better quality than I expected. - The product was well packaged and included more than I realized... the single power cable was actually 3 power cables, one standard U.S., a two (round) pin European and a third massive three pin with a fuse in it, I believe it's specific to the U.K. There was also an auxiliary jumper from the the PS to the Adapter to augment low current USB ports if needed. The PS seemed more than adequate and stayed cool to the touch in operation. Documentation was good and I didn't need the drivers provided. A working HD was easily seen by XP and Windows 7. I also use a Windows 98 VM with the usual non-standard upgrades expected in something that has become mostly a hobbyist OS and that had no problems seeing the HD either. Seeing is not the same as using. The issue here is not the product, but the nature of the application itself. I started with a "good" HD that refused to power up. My best guess is that it just went bad sitting in the drawer, but it was an unexpected pain in the neck that left me wondering if the product worked. I tried a second HD that was seen by all three versions of Windows but wasn't mounting. Windows 7 was a bit more helpful in deducing that the drive had been wiped by the previous owner and once it was initialized all was fine. The lesson here is to first familiarize oneself with the adapter using an absolutely positively working HD first and then move on to sorting out the spares in the decommissioned bin. Based on the reviews I read of the various adapters available before I bought the StarTech, my priorities were to pick a product that (a) didn't start a fire (b) didn't kill my HD (c) didn't pollute my PC with a bunch of mickey mouse interfaces or drivers and (d) worked. I think I got a good deal with the Star Tech.
Review: StarTech.com USB 2.0 to SATA IDE Adapter - I purchased this adapter in order to clone the hard disk in my Toshiba A-135 laptop, which has no provision for a second HDD. The Startech adapter separates the communications adapter from the power supply and powers the comm adapter (not the drive) from the USB port, although the comm adapter can be powered from the separate power supply if you choose. The power supply has three outputs, one each for IDE or SATA drives and a third to power the comm adapter, if desired. There are separate indicator lights and power switches on the power cord for the SATA or IDE outputs. The switching power supply includes 3 cords to accommodate USA or overseas power sources. The adapter has communication status lights for the USB, SATA and IDE ports, which are helpful and reassuring. I first attempted to test the adapter with two (very) old IDE drives that had been out of service for many years, one of which I knew was working at the time it was replaced. Windows Vista recognized the adapter and (eventually) loaded a driver for the disk(s), but it would not mount the drive. Presumably, I could have formatted the drive since it appeared in device manager, but since I wanted to see what was on it, I did not. Satisfied that the device was communicating with Windows and that the power supply functioned under load, I connected my new drive, a Sandisk 120GB SATA III SSD, which was immediately recognized by Vista and the driver installed. I used Macrium Reflect (free) to clone the C drive and the process proceeded flawlessly, transferring 50+ GB in about 1.25 hours. When I replaced my C drive with the Sandisk SSD, it booted without incident. The Startech device performed flawlessly for the primary purpose for which I purchased it and I have therefore given it five stars. Since there is question regarding the old IDE drives that I attempted to read, I consider evaluation of the IDE interface incomplete. I may update this review later if I try other IDE devices.

## Features

- DUAL HARD DRIVE CAPABILITIES: This USB 2.0 to IDE SATA adapter has built in connectors for both 2.5 and 3.5 inch SATA and IDE hard drives so you can quickly and easily connect your hard drives through your USB 2.0 port.
- CONVENIENT FEATURES: The built in LED indicators on the USB hard drive adapter cable enable users to see status and activity updates quickly and conveniently.
- IDEAL FOR TRAVEL: Designed to be lightweight and compact, this serial ATA and IDE converter cable for your 2.5 / 3.5 in SSD and HDD is the perfect travel accessory for professionals on the go.
- HIGH SPEED PERFORMANCE: With support for USB 2.0 this USB to SATA / IDE adapter dongle supports transfer rates up to 480 Mbps.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B000VS4HDM |
| Best Sellers Rank | #1,150 in SATA Cables |
| Brand | StarTech.com |
| Cable Type | USB |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop Computer, Hard Drive, Laptop |
| Compatible Phone Models | No Compatible Phone Models |
| Connector Gender | Female-to-Female |
| Connector Type | Sata, Usb 2.0 |
| Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (828) |
| Data Transfer Rate | 0.48 Gigabits Per Second |
| Date First Available | September 7, 2007 |
| Frequency | 480000000000 Hz |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00065030824767, 00065030854207 |
| Indoor/Outdoor Usage | Indoor, Outdoor |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 1.8 ounces |
| Item model number | USB2SATAIDE |
| Language | English |
| Manufacturer | STARTECH |
| Maximum Voltage | 5 Volts (DC) |
| Model Name | USB 2.0 to SATA/IDE Combo Adapter for 2.5/3.5" SSD/HDD |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Pins | 7 |
| Product Dimensions | 34.2 x 1.7 x 0.6 inches |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Indoor/Outdoor |
| Shape | Round |
| Special Feature | Compact |
| Specification Met | No |
| UPC | 172302820782 806291832531 782386481689 778889462997 795327775754 523161049881 777785552917 069060088557 078667255538 071021003196 102646188989 012300519168 803982778291 872182628033 763616013153 734911115774 065030824767 065030854207 851975707889 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** StarTech.com
- **Cable Type:** USB
- **Compatible Devices:** Desktop Computer, Hard Drive, Laptop
- **Connector Type:** Sata, Usb 2.0
- **Special Feature:** Compact

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Far better quality than I expected.
*by P***S on June 11, 2013*

The product was well packaged and included more than I realized... the single power cable was actually 3 power cables, one standard U.S., a two (round) pin European and a third massive three pin with a fuse in it, I believe it's specific to the U.K. There was also an auxiliary jumper from the the PS to the Adapter to augment low current USB ports if needed. The PS seemed more than adequate and stayed cool to the touch in operation. Documentation was good and I didn't need the drivers provided. A working HD was easily seen by XP and Windows 7. I also use a Windows 98 VM with the usual non-standard upgrades expected in something that has become mostly a hobbyist OS and that had no problems seeing the HD either. Seeing is not the same as using. The issue here is not the product, but the nature of the application itself. I started with a "good" HD that refused to power up. My best guess is that it just went bad sitting in the drawer, but it was an unexpected pain in the neck that left me wondering if the product worked. I tried a second HD that was seen by all three versions of Windows but wasn't mounting. Windows 7 was a bit more helpful in deducing that the drive had been wiped by the previous owner and once it was initialized all was fine. The lesson here is to first familiarize oneself with the adapter using an absolutely positively working HD first and then move on to sorting out the spares in the decommissioned bin. Based on the reviews I read of the various adapters available before I bought the StarTech, my priorities were to pick a product that (a) didn't start a fire (b) didn't kill my HD (c) didn't pollute my PC with a bunch of mickey mouse interfaces or drivers and (d) worked. I think I got a good deal with the Star Tech.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ StarTech.com USB 2.0 to SATA IDE Adapter
*by M***X on September 7, 2012*

I purchased this adapter in order to clone the hard disk in my Toshiba A-135 laptop, which has no provision for a second HDD. The Startech adapter separates the communications adapter from the power supply and powers the comm adapter (not the drive) from the USB port, although the comm adapter can be powered from the separate power supply if you choose. The power supply has three outputs, one each for IDE or SATA drives and a third to power the comm adapter, if desired. There are separate indicator lights and power switches on the power cord for the SATA or IDE outputs. The switching power supply includes 3 cords to accommodate USA or overseas power sources. The adapter has communication status lights for the USB, SATA and IDE ports, which are helpful and reassuring. I first attempted to test the adapter with two (very) old IDE drives that had been out of service for many years, one of which I knew was working at the time it was replaced. Windows Vista recognized the adapter and (eventually) loaded a driver for the disk(s), but it would not mount the drive. Presumably, I could have formatted the drive since it appeared in device manager, but since I wanted to see what was on it, I did not. Satisfied that the device was communicating with Windows and that the power supply functioned under load, I connected my new drive, a Sandisk 120GB SATA III SSD, which was immediately recognized by Vista and the driver installed. I used Macrium Reflect (free) to clone the C drive and the process proceeded flawlessly, transferring 50+ GB in about 1.25 hours. When I replaced my C drive with the Sandisk SSD, it booted without incident. The Startech device performed flawlessly for the primary purpose for which I purchased it and I have therefore given it five stars. Since there is question regarding the old IDE drives that I attempted to read, I consider evaluation of the IDE interface incomplete. I may update this review later if I try other IDE devices.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works great. Much higher quality than other, cheaper adapters.
*by D***D on November 8, 2018*

I bought this to copy data from an old IDE hard drive onto my laptop. It worked perfectly for that use case. While I have not doubt it will also work well with SATA drives, I have not tried it for that use. If customers have difficulty with this product, I recommend the following steps. These recommendations are based on difficulties I sometimes had using an older generic IDE/SATA to USB adapter: 1) Disconnect everything 2) Connect the adapter to the SATA or IDE connector on the hard drive. IDE is not spec'd to hot connect, and it's possible that the adapter's SATA port also does not support hot connect. In any case, it's best that neither the hard drive nor the adapter be powered when connecting. 3) Plug in the wall wart, connect it to the power adapter, and connect the power adapter to the hard drive. You should hear the drive spin up (unless, of course, it's a flash drive). 4) Connect the adapter's USB plug to your computer. A new hard drive should now show up on your computer. At this point you should be able to use the drive the same way you'd use any other USB drive. When finished, disconnect the USB port, unplug from the wall, and disconnect power and the adapter from your hard drive.

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