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USB 3.0 to 2.5In SATA Adapter Cable for SSD & HDD, UASP (EC-SSHD) | USB-A to SATA; 5Gbps; Usb-Powered, No External Power; SATA I/II/III; SSD & Laptop HDD; Hard Drive Reader
Product description
- SATA Connection
Connect a 2.5" SATA hard drive or SSD to your computer with UASP support.
- USB SuperSpeed
Take advantage of the lightning speed of USB 3.0 to quickly transfer files up to 5Gbps!
1 Hard Drive Adapter 2 SATA Connection 3 USB SuperSpeed USB 3.0 to 2.5" SATA Adapter — Instant External Drive Access
The SABRENT EC-SSHD lets you connect any 2.5" SATA hard drive or SSD to your computer through a standard USB port — no tools, no drivers, no wall adapter needed. Designed for data transfers, system migrations, laptop upgrades, and drive recovery. Compatible with 2.5" SATA I, II, and III drives.
Important before purchasing: This adapter supports 2.5" form factor SATA drives only. It is not compatible with M.2 NVMe or M.2 SATA drives. Most modern SSDs are M.2 form factor — if your SSD looks like a small circuit board (rectangular, with a notched edge), it is M.2 and will not work with this adapter. See the compatibility section below for full details.
Drive Compatibility — Please Verify Before Purchasing
COMPATIBLE: ✔ 2.5" SATA SSD (all brands, SATA I/II/III) · ✔ 2.5" SATA laptop HDD (7mm and 9.5mm height)
NOT COMPATIBLE: ✘ M.2 NVMe SSD · ✘ M.2 SATA SSD · ✘ 3.5" desktop HDD (requires 12V power) · ✘ Slim SATA optical drive · ✘ IDE/PATA drive
To confirm your drive type, look up the model number online — the spec sheet will list the form factor (2.5" or M.2) and interface (SATA or NVMe). If it says M.2 or NVMe, this adapter is not compatible.
OS Compatibility: Windows 10 / 11 (32-bit and 64-bit) · macOS (current versions) · Linux 2.4 and above. No driver installation required — plug in and the drive is recognized automatically.
Is Your Drive Compatible? Here's How to Tell
2.5" SATA drive (compatible):
Roughly the size of a deck of cards. Has two L-shaped connectors at one end — a narrow 7-pin data connector and a wider 15-pin power connector. Found in laptops as HDDs and as budget/older SSDs.
M.2 drive (not compatible):
Looks like a stick of RAM — a thin rectangular circuit board with a single notch at one end. This is the most common SSD form factor sold today. If your SSD came in a small envelope-style box and is about 22mm x 80mm, it is M.2.
To confirm: look up your drive's model number online. The spec sheet will list the form factor (2.5" or M.2) and interface (SATA or NVMe). If you see "M.2" or "PCIe NVMe" — this adapter is not the right product for your drive.
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Will this work with my M.2 SSD?
No. This adapter is for 2.5" SATA drives only. M.2 SSDs — whether NVMe or SATA — are a different physical form factor and use a different connector. You would need an M.2 NVMe enclosure or M.2 SATA enclosure instead.
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My laptop only has USB-C ports. Will this work?
The cable has a USB Type-A (USB-A) connector on the computer end. You will need a USB-C to USB-A adapter (not included). These are widely available and inexpensive.
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Does it need to be plugged into a wall outlet?
No — it is bus-powered via USB for most 2.5" drives. However, some older or high-capacity 2.5" mechanical HDDs may need more current than a single USB port provides. If the drive fails to spin up, try a powered USB hub or a different USB 3.0 port
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Is this compatible with 3.5" desktop hard drives?
No. 3.5" desktop HDDs require 12V power that USB cannot supply. This adapter is for 2.5" drives only.
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Can I use this as a boot drive?
Booting from a USB-connected drive is not supported on most systems. This adapter is designed for data transfer, backup, and drive recovery — not as a primary system drive.
- 2.5" SATA Drives Only — SSD & HDD: Compatible with 2.5" SATA I/II/III SSDs and laptop HDDs. NOT compatible with: M.2 NVMe drives, M.2 SATA drives, 3.5" desktop HDDs, or slim SATA optical drives. Verify your drive has a standard 2.5" SATA connector before purchasing.
- USB Bus-Powered — No Adapter Needed for Most Drives: Powers most 2.5" SATA SSDs and laptop HDDs directly from USB. Note: Some older or high-capacity 2.5" mechanical HDDs may draw more current than a single USB port provides — if a drive fails to spin up, try a powered USB hub or a different USB 3.0 port.
- USB 3.0 (USB-A) — 5Gbps with UASP: Host connection is USB Type-A (USB-A). Computers with only USB-C ports require a separate USB-C to USB-A adapter (not included). UASP support for faster transfers on compatible systems.
- Plug & Play: No drivers required; hot-swappable design for quick access to drives on Windows, macOS, and Linux
- Usage Note: Not intended for all configurations such as system boot drives or certain embedded systems; compatibility may vary by device
- Enhanced Support: Firmware updates and Acronis True Image software are available for download on the Sabrent website, ensuring optimal performance and seamless data management.
Item Specification
- Compatible Devices Computers with USB port and sufficient power supply Specific Uses For Product no Connector Type USB Type A Number of Ports 1 Input Voltage 5 volts Power Plug Type No Plug Nominal Power 2.5 watts Color Black Finish Matte Item Dimensions 5.91 x 5.12 x 1.18 inches Item Weight 1 ounces Package Quantity 1 Unit Count 1 Count Number of Items 1 Model Number EC-SSHD Global Trade Identification Number 00819921012128 Built-In Media User Manual Mfr Part Number EC-SSHD Warranty Description 1 year limited Item dimensions L x W x H 5.91 x 5.12 x 1.18 inches
Dimensions Shipping Returns Additional Info
- Product Dimensions: 1.18 inches x 5.91 inches x 5.12 inches. Weight: 1.0 oz
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