Connecting The Cable Adapter - cable matters 202041 User Manual

3. CONNECTION AND OPERATION

3.1 Connecting the Cable Adapter

Note: Review the documentation of your SSD/HDD for
proper handling of the drive and formatting instructions
1. Connect the SSD to the SATA connector of the adapter with
the Cable Matters logo side facing up
2. Connect the USB connector to a USB port on the computer
3. Software drivers for the adapter will automatically load
4. If the drive is not recognized or it will not spin:
Attempt to safely remove or eject the drive
•
Unplug the adapter
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Connect a Micro-USB power cable to the Y cable and to power
•
Reconnect the SSD and plug in the cable
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NOTES: A new SSD must be formatted before use. See below.
Moving the SSD while it is transferring files can cause damage
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USB 3.0 to SATA SSD/HHD Adapter
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Connect a Micro-USB
power cable BEFORE
connecting the
adapter
SATA 7 + 15 Pin
Connector