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Introduction The USB3S2SATA3 USB 3.0 to SATA Adapter connects any standard 2.5in or 3.5in SATA (6Gbps) hard drive (HDD), solid state drive (SSD), or optical drive to a computer through SuperSpeed USB 3.0. The USB 3.0 to SATA III adapter lets you externally connect a bare drive with no drive enclosure or HDD dock required, saving time, hassle and added cost.
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Front View Power/Actvity LED Backup Button 22-Pin SATA DATA/ Power Connector Rear View Power Jack Instruction Manual...
Installation WARNING: Hard drives require careful handling, especially when being transported. If you are not careful with your hard disk, lost data may result. Always handle your hard drive and storage device with caution. Hardware Installation 1. Connect a 2.5” or 3.5” SATA HDD/SSD or Optical drive to the 22-pin SATA connector on the adapter.
Verifying Installation Windows From the main desktop, right-click on “My Computer” (“Computer” in Vista/7/8), then select Manage. In the new Computer Management window, select Device Manager from the left window panel. Double-click on the “Disk Drives” option. A new disk drive should be listed under this category.
How to Use Windows If you are using a brand new hard drive that does not contain any data, then you will first need to prepare the hard drive for use. From the main desktop, right-click on “My Computer” (“Computer” in Vista/7/8), then select Manage. In the new Computer Management window, select Disk Management from the left window panel.
If you are installing a hard drive that already has data on it, then after plugging it in, the drive should automatically show up with a drive letter assigned within “My Computer”. Software To run the software, press the “Backup” button on the adapter or double-click the PC Clone icon on your desktop.
Specifications Bus Interface SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Chipset ID ASMedia ASM1051E 1x 22-Pin SATA Receptacle Connectors 1x USB 3.0 Type B Female LEDs 1x Amber Power/Activity LED Maximum Data Transfer Rate USB 3.0: 5Gbps Compatible Drives 2.5”/3.5” SATA HDD/SSD/Optical Color Black Power Adapter 12VDC, 1.5A, center positive, plug type M Operating Temperature...
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