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SABRENT 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

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Style: 2.5" SSD/SATA Adapter


Features

  • 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.

Description

Visit the Store Visit the Store Visit the Store Visit the Store Visit the Store Visit the Store Visit the Store Visit the Store Visit the Store Visit the Store Visit the Store Visit the Store Visit the Store Visit the Store Sabrent is a leading provider of innovative consumer electronics. We are committed to designing and developing products that provide the utmost quality, dependability, and value. Sabrent strives for excellence with each product we develop by providing cutting-edge features at affordable prices. Our company thrives on creativity, innovation, honesty, and integrity in all aspects of our business operations. Connect a 2.5" SATA hard drive or SSD to your computer with UASP support. Take advantage of the lightning speed of USB 3.0 to quickly transfer files up to 5Gbps! 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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 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. 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.

Compatible Devices: Computers with USB port and sufficient power supply


Specific Uses For Product: no


Connector Type: USB Type A


Color: Black


Item dimensions L x W x H: 5.91 x 5.12 x 1.18 inches


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


Brand: SABRENT


Model Number: EC-SSHD


UPC: 819921012128


Global Trade Identification Number: 28


Manufacturer: SABRENT


Built-In Media: User Manual


Mfr Part Number: EC-SSHD


Warranty Description: 1 year limited


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Top Amazon Reviews


  • Good, Simple & Reliable
Style: 2.5" SSD/SATA Adapter
Transfer speeds are fast over USB 3.0, and it handles SSDs very smoothly for cloning, data transfer, or drive recovery. The cable feels sturdy, and the connection stays stable during use. Overall, a good and reliable adapter that makes working with 2.5” SATA drives easy and efficient for everyday use. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 2, 2026 by JOSHUA C.

  • Used for cloning drives - worked fantastic
Style: 2.5" SSD/SATA Adapter
Used this to clone a few drives in order to upgrade laptop hard drives from HDD to SSD or from 128GB to 256GB using DiskGenius. Worked fantastic, and even has a blue LED indicator that shows when the drive is doing work. Plugs right in with no issues and held onto the hard drive securely enough that moving the drive/laptop during a cloning process did not upset the connection. Well worth it at the price, practically a steal for how much I've used it. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2026 by Robert

  • Very handy tool for transferring files or data recovery.
Style: 2.5" SSD/SATA Adapter
If ya got some old drives lyin' around and ya wanna get some stuff off 'em, this might just be the tool for you. This is a simple USB 3.0 Type A to SATA hard drive/SSD adapter that makes the task of transferring files between systems very quick and easy. It works well with all 2.5" SATA hard drives and SSDs and has a decent transfer speed. It however, will NOT work with 3.5" drives or internal 5.25" drives since it cannot provide enough power to run them on its own. When paired with an internal 2.5" hard drive or SSD, this adapter is a good alternative to buying an external hard drive or SSD for those situations where you need another drive and you have an extra one lying around that you want to use. It's also handy for drive cloning, data backups and data recovery. All in all, a highly recommended accessory for any Windows, Mac or Linux user. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 13, 2026 by Stephen B.

  • Good Value And Quality.
Style: 2.5" SSD/SATA Adapter
Worked very well. Good quality.
Reviewed in the United States on July 4, 2026 by ZarDoz

  • great adapter
Style: 2.5" SSD/SATA Adapter
works just fine to enable to connect my HDD to my laptop for additional storage
Reviewed in the United States on July 3, 2026 by Ken Miller

  • Works well in my Tesla Cybertruck with a 2TB SSD for sentry, dash cam, and rolling recording video
Style: 2.5" SSD/SATA Adapter
Worked good in my Cybertruck so I can use a larger SSD I had lying around instead of the low capacity stick that comes with the truck. Now I can save sentry video and dashcam footage almost indefinitely with the extra capacity of the 2TB drive over what is needed. I ran into a problem the other day where as it saved sentry video and dashcam video so it wouldn't be overwritten, the usable space for the constant recording while driving got smaller and smaller. Then when I hit something in the road and i forgot the save the dashcam video right then I thought about it after I got home. I knew it recorded over itself every 24hr period, but I assumed it would have the last 3 hrs of footage still available even if I didn't manually save it. I was wrong. The other clips had taken up so much room, it was rewriting the everyday drive video every 2 hrs so I couldn't go back 3 hrs as see what I hit and how I missed seeing it in the road. That won't ever happen again. The 2TB really is overkill, but I won't have to worry about deleting off from this drive for a very long time. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 3, 2026 by Swamibob

  • What a great thing to have
Style: 2.5" SSD/SATA Adapter
I recently purchased this cable when I needed to pull out my old hard drive and put in a new hard drive. And then transfer all of my data. I saved a ton of money because at a computer store this would have been at least a $100. This cable is very fast and efficient and durable. It's definitely an investment to have something like this on hand for emergencies.In the future, great value for the price. Easy to use, don't have to install anything! Worked really quickly and my drive did not heat up. Easy to connect very versatile. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 5, 2026 by Serena-Rena-Bo-Beena--Bana-Fana-Fo-Feena--Fe-Fi-Mo-Meena--Serena!

  • Cloning to bigger SSD works
Style: 2.5" SSD/SATA Adapter
You need to download, install and use the Acronis software from the Sabrent site (It is free). Seems hardware vendors have specific free Acronis versions. Cloned my C drive SSD to a bigger drive. Once done, shut down the PC, unplug the old SSD and plugged the new SSD in. Did not need to mess with BIOS boot order. Saving the old SSD as backup in case things go bump. System started up. Well worth the price. Just watch the Internet videos before doing anything. You will most likely need to contact Microsoft to re-register your license - Windows will tell the system was already in use by another system. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 21, 2026 by I. T. Chew

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