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ADA013

Microworld ADA013 USB 2.0 to SATA Cable

Microworld - Microworld ADA013 USB 2.0 to SATA Cable; Supports 2.5 inch SATA HDD and SSD; Up to 480 Mbps theoretical speed; USB 1.1 backward compatible; Hot swap support; Windows and Mac OS compatible; Black; 12 inch cable
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ADA013

Microworld ADA013 USB 2.0 to SATA Cable

Microworld ADA013 USB 2.0 to SATA Cable; Supports 2.5 inch SATA HDD and SSD; Up to 480 Mbps theoretical speed; USB 1.1 backward compatible; Hot swap support; Windows and Mac OS compatible; Black; 12 inch cable

About this product

The Microworld ADA013 USB 2.0 to SATA Cable is a practical external drive adapter for connecting 2.5 inch SATA hard disk drives and solid state drives to a computer through USB 2.0. It supports USB 1.1 backward compatibility, hot swapping and Windows and Mac OS compatibility. Buy now from our website for a convenient solution for accessing compatible SATA drives.

Overview Summary

Microworld ADA013 USB 2.0 to SATA Cable

The Microworld ADA013 provides a simple way to connect compatible 2.5 inch SATA notebook hard drives and SATA solid state drives to a computer using a USB 2.0 interface. It is designed for external drive access and supports hot swapping for convenient connection and removal of compatible storage devices.

The cable supports a theoretical USB 2.0 transmission speed of up to 480 Mbps and is backward compatible with USB 1.1. It is compatible with Windows and Mac OS systems, making it useful for accessing, transferring and managing data on compatible 2.5 inch SATA storage devices.

What tier does this fall into?

Entry-level storage connectivity

What is this best for?

2.5 inch SATA HDD connection, SATA SSD connection, external drive access, data transfer, storage maintenance

Description

The Microworld ADA013 USB 2.0 to SATA Cable is designed to provide USB connectivity for compatible 2.5 inch SATA storage devices. It allows a 2.5 inch SATA notebook hard drive or solid state drive to be connected externally to a computer through a USB 2.0 interface.

The adapter uses a USB 2.0 transmission interface with a theoretical transmission speed of up to 480 Mbps. It is also backward compatible with USB 1.1, providing compatibility with older USB interfaces.

Hot swap support makes connecting and removing compatible drives more convenient. The ADA013 is suitable for users who need to access a 2.5 inch SATA HDD or SSD externally, transfer data between storage devices or work with compatible notebook drives without installing the drive internally.

The cable is compatible with Windows and Mac OS and supports 2.5 inch SATA mechanical hard drives and solid state drives. Its black construction uses a copper core wire and plastic shell.

Features

The Microworld ADA013 provides a straightforward USB to SATA connection for compatible 2.5 inch storage devices.

  • USB 2.0 to SATA connectivity for compatible 2.5 inch SATA drives
  • Supports 2.5 inch SATA mechanical hard drives
  • Supports 2.5 inch SATA solid state drives
  • Theoretical transmission speed of up to 480 Mbps
  • Backward compatible with USB 1.1
  • Supports hot swapping
  • Compatible with Windows
  • Compatible with Mac OS
  • Copper core wire construction
  • Black plastic shell
  • Suitable for external access to compatible SATA storage devices

What's in the Box

  • Microworld ADA013 USB 2.0 to SATA Cable

Specifications

  • Brand: Microworld
  • Model: ADA013
  • Product type: USB 2.0 to SATA Cable
  • Transmission interface: USB 2.0
  • USB backward compatibility: USB 1.1
  • Supported drive type: 2.5 inch SATA notebook hard drives
  • Supported storage: 2.5 inch SATA mechanical hard drives and solid state drives
  • Theoretical transmission speed: Up to 480 Mbps
  • Hot swap: Supported
  • Compatible operating systems: Windows, Mac OS
  • Material: Copper core wire and plastic shell
  • Colour: Black
  • Cable length: 12 inches

  • What tier does this fall into?

    Entry-level storage connectivity

FAQ

What is the Microworld ADA013 USB 2.0 to SATA Cable used for?

The ADA013 is used to connect compatible 2.5 inch SATA hard disk drives and solid state drives to a computer through USB 2.0 for external drive access and data transfer.

Which drives are compatible with the ADA013?

The cable supports 2.5 inch SATA mechanical hard drives and 2.5 inch SATA solid state drives.

What USB standard does the Microworld ADA013 support?

The ADA013 uses USB 2.0 and is backward compatible with USB 1.1.

What is the maximum theoretical transmission speed?

The stated theoretical transmission speed is up to 480 Mbps through the USB 2.0 interface.

Does the ADA013 support hot swapping?

Yes. The product specifications state that the ADA013 supports hot swapping for compatible connected storage devices.

Is the Microworld ADA013 compatible with Windows?

Yes. The ADA013 is specified as compatible with Windows operating systems.

Is the Microworld ADA013 compatible with Mac OS?

Yes. The ADA013 is specified as compatible with Mac OS.

Can the ADA013 connect a 3.5 inch SATA hard drive?

The stated supported drive type is 2.5 inch SATA notebook hard drives. A 3.5 inch SATA drive should not be treated as supported based on the available product specifications.



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