<p>Descriptions</p><p>This USB 3.0 to SATA adapter cable lets you connect a 2.5in SATA hard drive or solid state drive to your computer through an available USB 3&nbsp; port. The cable supports UASP, allowing for transfer speeds up to 70% faster than conventional USB 3.0,which enables you to utilize the full potential of your SATA III SSD/HDD, when paired with a UASP-enabled host controller. </p><p>This portable, cable-style adapter makes it easy to swap between hard drives without having to install your drives in an enclosure, and features a lighTWR-weight design with no external power required, for easy storage in a laptop bag or carrying case.</p><p>Applications</p><p>Take advantage of USB 3.0-enabled laptops or desktops with UASP for faster transfer speeds</p><p>Create an external storage solution on the go, for desktops, laptops or Ultrabook™ computers</p><p>Access any 2.5" hard drive or solid state drive from any USB enabled computer, for data migration or drive cloning</p><p>Back up important data to an external storage device</p><p>Retrieve data from an old SATA drive</p><p>Use with an SSD drive to externally upgrade your laptop hard drive via USB 3.0</p><p>Hardware Specs:</p><p>Bus Type: USB 3.0 Compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 1.0</p><p>Compatible Drive Types (Type and Rate): SATA</p><p>Drive Size: 2.5in</p><p>Fan(s): No</p><p>Interface: USB 3.0</p><p>Number of Drives: 1</p><p>Performance</p><p>Max Drive Capacity: Currently tested with up to 2TB 5900 RPM hard drives</p><p>Type and Rate: USB 3.0 - 5 Gbit/s&nbsp; | SATA III (6 Gbps)</p><p>UASP Support: Yes</p><p>Connector(s): </p><p>Drive Connectors 1 - SATA Data & Power Combo (7+15 pin) Receptacle</p><p>Host Connectors 1 - USB 3.0 A (9 pin; SuperSpeed) Male</p><p>Software/OS Compatibility: Windows XP (32/64-bit)/ Server 2003 (32/64-bit)/ Server 2008 R2/ Vista (32/64-bit)/ 7 (32/64-bit)/ 8/8.1 (32/64-bit) </p><p>Mac OS X, Linux</p><p>Special Notes / Requirements</p><p>Note - Cable will work only with 2.5" SATA drives; 3.5"/5.25" drives are not supported</p><p>Physical Characteristics: </p><p>Product Height 0.4 in [9 mm]</p><p>Product Weight 1.4 oz [41 g]</p><p>Product Width 1.9 in [49 mm]</p><p>Environmental</p><p>Humidity 40%-85%RH</p><p>Operating Temperature: 0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F)</p><p>Storage Temperature: -10°C to 70°C (14°F to 158°F)</p><p>Includes:</p><p>1 x USB 3.0 to SATA 2.5" HDD Adapter Cable</p>