The StarTech SATA to eSATA Slot Plate Bracketfrom StarTech SATA to eSATA Slot Plate Bracketadds external data support to any existing Serial ATA controller.

The adapter plate can be mounted to the rear panel of a computer case to provide straightforward eSATA to SATA connections, allowing users to connect their eSATA device (hard drive enclosure and more) to the provided eSATA port which is an extension of the motherboard SATA data connector.

The adapter plate is designed to take advantage of the increased data integrity provided by external hard drives or RAID devices that support eSATA connections. Furthermore, it supports data transfer rates of up to 6 Gb/s.

Adds External Data Support    Provides eSATA to SATA Connections    Data Transfer Rates up to 6 Gb/s    Easy to Use    Easy Installation

Add eSATA device support to any computer with a Serial ATA controller

Easy to use and install

Compliant with Serial ATA III Specifications

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does it need external power?

A: This one has an external power adapter supplied with the casing as well as a special USB3 cable (which is USB 2 compatible).

Q: 2. Does this enclosure report SMART status?

A: Yes, as long as the drive and your operating system supports that.

Q: 3. What’s the maximum drive size supported?

A: The StarTech 3.5" USB 3.0 SATA III External Hard Drive Enclosure with UASP (Silver) BH #STS3510SMU33 has been successfully tested by Startech with up to 14TB Drives. Bigger drives might work but it has not been validated by Startech.

Q: 4. Is this compatible with OS X Sierra (v 10.12)?

A: I would guess not. Not only is it unlikely ant 10.12 compatable hardware has standard PCI ports, the manufacturer has a poor record with drivers. I was not able to get this device to work on any of my supposidly compatable computers.

Q: 5. Hi Does the PAH1 has below items in the box? #PAH1 Bracket Plate Adapter Two Allen wrenches Two screws to mount to Bracket Plate One set screw to provide anti rotation for screw in adapters Thanks a lot.

A: In the Box ProMediaGear PAH1 Bracket Plate Adapter for Straps or Camera Carrying Devices 2 x Hex Key 2 x Mounting Screw Set Screw Limited 5-Year Warranty

Q: 6. Does this let you tilt the camera?

A: The Custom Brackets Digital PRO-SV Bracket Kit with CMP Camera Plate does not have a tilt feature but when used a tripod, the tripod can be tilted.

Q: 7. Is this Windows 10 compatible?

A: Yes, this is Windows 10 compatible.

Q: 8. will this fit on Sony@6000?

A: The UURig L-Plate Bracket is strictly for the Sony ZV-1.

Q: 9. Is this compatible with MacOS Sonoma out of the box?

A: Yes, the StarTech 3.5" USB 3.0 SATA III External Hard Drive Enclosure with UASP is compatible with MacOS, but whether the drive you insert will be compatible will depend on how it is formatted.

Q: 10. How much does the bracket weight?

A: The weight of the bracket is approximately .31 lbs.