Connect an internal 2.5" SATA hard drive to your system's USB Type-C port using the 19" Pearstone USB 3.1 Type-C to SATA III Adapter Cablefrom Pearstone. This cable allows you to use an internal hard drive externally, without the need for a drive enclosure. On one end, there is a 5 Gb/s USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C interface, while the other end has a SATA interface that supports SATA III 6 Gb/s, SATA II 3 Gb/s, and SATA I 1.5 Gb/s drives. All power is provided over the USB bus, meaning that no external power cables or adapters are required for use. Also featured is UASP and TRIM support. UASP, or USB Attached SCSI Protocol, is a computer protocol used to move data to and from USB storage devices such as hard drives, solid-state drives, and thumb drives. TRIM allows an operating system to inform a solid-state drive (SSD) which blocks of data are no longer considered in use and can be wiped internally.

Please note that this cable with only work with 2.5" SATA drives. It will not work with 3.5" SATA drives.

Compatible with SATA III, II & I Drives    USB 3.1 Gen 1 Technology    Data Transfer Rates up to 5 Gb/s    USB Type-C Interface    USB Bus-Powered    UASP & TRIM Support

The USB 3.1 Gen 1 to 2.5" SATA III Adapter Cable connects an internal 2.5" SSD or HDD to your computer's USB Type-C port. If you're using a laptop computer, you can connect a SATA SSD or HDD without placing it in a bulky enclosure.

With USB 3.1 Gen 1 speeds, you can transfer data up to 5 Gb/s. Swap or back up movies, photos, music, and graphics in no time. This adapter will reduce time and interruptions to your workflow when you're copying or backing up large projects like video or audio sessions.

If you're using a MacBook or Windows laptop, you already know the advantages of USB Type-C connectivity. The reversible plug fits into the port in either orientation and supports both data transfers and charging.

This adapter lets you travel without extra cables and power cords that clutter up your bag. It's also small enough to stash in your pocket. The 19" cable length gives you room to connect your drive but won't get in the way.

UASP and TRIM support helps ensure you're getting the maximum performance through USB to and from your SSD and HDD drives. Less bandwidth bottlenecking and faster read and write speeds mean you can move your data quickly.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Will this work with Apple iMac Pro

A: As long as the drive format is supported by Mac it will work.

Q: 2. How good or worthy is this one compared to the cable from AngerBird?

A: Both manufactures are highly well known. BH #STUSB31CSAT3 is a special order item. While BH #ANCSATA isn't. They're both design to do the same thing. At this point, it would be your personal preference.

Q: 3. Although a product image says this adapter is compatible with all SATA devices, the product descriptions and specs mention only connections to 2.5" SATA devices. That is, it doesn't mention compatibility with 3.5" SATA hard drives. Is this compatible with 3.5" SATA hard drives?

A: The Sabrent USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A to 2.5" SATA II Adapter Cable BH #SAECSS31 is only compatible with 2.5'' SATA.

Q: 4. Is this the cable to connect my Canon R5 to my HP desktop? My desktop lacks a Type C jack. Do I have to purchase an adapter?

A: You could buy the Pearstone USB 3.1 Type-C to USB Type-A Charge & Sync Cable (3') BH #PEUSB313CMA3 instead if your desktop has Type A only.

Q: 5. will this cable work well with WD 5TB My Passport Ultra USB 3.0 Type-C External Hard Drive ? thanks

A: Yes, as long as you have the WD 5TB My Passport Ultra USB 3.0 Type-C External Hard Drive which has a USB Type C port on the drive.

Q: 6. Does this work with regular 3.5" hard drives?

A: No, this would only be compatible with 2.5" SATA SSD/HDD

Q: 7. Would this allow me to attach a USB SSD to a Ninja V monitor/recorder?

A: The StarTech USB Type-C 3.1 to 2.5" SATA Adapter Cable (20") BH #STUSB31CSAT3 can be used with an SSD to any system that supports external storage over USB-C.

Q: 8. Does this work with Angelbird SSD used for Ninja V?

A: Yes, you can use the Pearstone USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A to 2.5" SATA III Adapter Cable (19") with the SATA Angelbird SSDs used with the Atomos Ninja V.

Q: 9. What are the read and write speeds of the adapter cable What are the read and write speeds of this cable?

A: The USB 3.1 Gen 1 USB-C connector on the Pearstone USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C to 2.5" SATA III Adapter Cable (19") has a max transfer rate of 5 Gb/s, which is enough for the typical 500–560 MB/s max read and write speeds you'd get from SATA III SSDs connected with this cable.

Q: 10. What is the maximum supported formatted capacity of attached SATA drives? (Some older SATA-USB adapters, which I have used, have a limits of 2TB and 4TB.) Does this adapter cable work with 6TB, 8TB, and 12TB SATA and larger drives?

A: The capacity will depend on the file format and the OS version.