StarTech.com 25SAT35HDD
Best adapter for installing 2.5-inch drives into 3.5-inch desktop bays.
This adapter is the simplest way to breathe new life into your desktop by swapping aging 3.5-inch drives for snappy, modern SSDs. It perfectly mimics standard mounting points, meaning you get the speed of flash storage without needing to replace your existing drive bays or hardware.
$29.99
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Who it's for
- Desktop users wanting extra physical drive protection
- IT professionals needing seamless hot-swap bay integration
- Performance enthusiasts requiring full SATA III bandwidth
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious buyers needing simple mounting solutions
- Users running high-heat drives in restricted airflow environments
- Technicians prioritizing rapid, tool-free drive installation
Performance breakdown
Form Factor Precision
Matches standard 3.5-inch mounting points for a seamless, wobble-free installation.
Build Durability
Aluminum and plastic construction provides a robust housing for sensitive internal drives.
Interface Compatibility
Full support for SATA I, II, and III ensures broad hardware versatility.
Drive Height Flexibility
Accommodates drives up to 12.5mm, fitting most standard SSDs and HDDs.
Installation Ease
Straightforward design allows for quick integration into existing desktop drive bays.
Data Throughput
Supports 6 Gbit/s transfer rates to keep your SSD performance snappy.
Key Specs
Number of storage drives supported
1
Supported storage drive interfaces
Serial ATA, Serial ATA II, Serial ATA III
Storage drive size
2.5"
Maximum storage capacity
1 TB
Product type
HDD/SSD enclosure
Material
Aluminium, Plastic
Product colour
Black, Silver
RoHS compliance
Yes
Data transfer rate
6 Gbit/s
Operating temperature (T-T)
5 - 55 °C
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