USB to SATA and IDE adapters for connecting hard drives and SSDs externally.
USB to SATA and IDE adapters connect internal hard drives, SSDs and optical drives to a computer through USB, which is useful for recovering data from old computers, cloning drives, testing drives, backing up files and using spare drives as external storage. SATA adapters work with modern 2.5" and 3.5" drives, while IDE adapters work with older drives from computers made before about 2008. 3.5" drives and optical drives need an external power adapter, which is often included. Check the drive types supported, USB speed and whether a power adapter is included before ordering. These adapters are essential tools for repair shops and IT technicians.
Internal: SATA & IDE cables.
Related categories: Computer Cables & Connectors, Thunderbolt Cables, USB 3.0