This product is available for purchase, and may be viewed at LaptopDirect.co.za

ADA013 specification sheet

View this product online / Buy now | Print this page print

Microworld ADA013 USB 2.0 to SATA Cable

ADA013 Microworld ADA013 USB 2.0 to SATA Cable

Short Description

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

© Respective owners and brand holders. © 2026 Laptop Direct CC. The contents has been generated by Laptop Direct CC (https://www.laptopdirect.co.za). All products are sourced locally in South Africa and the warranty is that of the local supplier only. E&OE.

Long Description

The specifications displayed below are for the entire series of products and may not apply to this product or model, please refer to the above description for the correct details of this model.

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.

Performance tier: Entry-level storage connectivity

Uses: 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
  • Performance tier: 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.



© Respective owners and brand holders. © 2026 Laptop Direct CC. The contents has been generated by Laptop Direct CC (https://www.laptopdirect.co.za). All products are sourced locally in South Africa and the warranty is that of the local supplier only. E&OE.

©2026 Laptop Direct CC

E&OE Errors may occur and information is for reference purposes only and are subject to change without notice.
Images are for reference only. You may not copy, duplicate, reproduce the contents of this page or any other page for use in any e-commerce site or pricelists.

You may share this page, print and use sections of the text for reference purposes on condition that there is a clear and explicit credit to this site, ie: "https://www.LaptopDirect.co.za" must appear as a referal at all times.

Order now
Available at LaptopDirect.co.za
  Webafrica Fibre