STARTECH BI-DIRECTIONAL SATA IDE ADAPTER CONVERTER
$51.99 'inc. GST'
The STARTECH BI-DIRECTIONAL SATA IDE ADAPTER CONVERTER offers seamless integration between legacy IDE and modern SATA systems. It supports both IDE-to-SATA and SATA-to-IDE configurations, making it ideal for upgrades, data recovery, and hardware testing. Compatible with hard drives and CD/DVD optical drives, it delivers transfer speeds up to 1.5 Gb/s. The plug-and-play design requires no drivers or software, ensuring quick setup. Fully compliant with Serial ATA 1.0a, it supports master, slave, and cable select modes. A compact, space-saving solution for technicians and IT professionals working across mixed-generation systems.
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StarTech Bi-Directional SATA/IDE Adapter Converter – Seamless Legacy-to-Modern Drive Integration
The StarTech PATA2SATA3 Bi-Directional SATA/IDE Adapter Converter is a versatile and cost-effective solution for bridging the gap between legacy IDE systems and modern SATA technology. Whether you’re upgrading an older system or recovering data from a previous build, this compact adapter enables seamless communication between IDE and SATA interfaces—without the need for additional controller cards or software installation.
Designed for technicians, IT professionals, and tech enthusiasts, the adapter supports both IDE-to-SATA and SATA-to-IDE configurations, making it ideal for a wide range of applications including system upgrades, data recovery, and hardware testing. Its plug-and-play design ensures quick setup, while full compliance with Serial ATA 1.0a specifications guarantees reliable performance across supported devices.
Key Features
- Bi-Directional Functionality: Connect SATA drives to IDE ports or IDE drives to SATA motherboard ports
- Device Compatibility: Works with PATA (IDE) 100/133 MB/s and SATA revision 1/2/3 (1.5/3.0/6.0 Gb/s) devices
- ATAPI Support: Compatible with CD/DVD optical drives for flexible media access
- Transfer Rate: Up to 1.5 Gb/s, compliant with Serial ATA 1.0a standards
- IDE Modes: Supports master, slave, and cable select configurations
- Driver-Free Installation: No software required—just plug and play
Applications
- Upgrade Legacy Systems: Add SATA hard drives or optical drives to older IDE-only motherboards
- Data Recovery: Access files from older IDE drives using newer SATA-enabled systems
- Tech Bench Utility: Ideal for technicians working across multiple generations of hardware
Advantage
- Universal Compatibility: Supports both hard drives and optical drives
- Space-Saving Design: Eliminates the need for bulky controller cards and preserves expansion slots
- Reliable Performance: Engineered for consistent data transfer and device recognition
- Simplified Workflow: Enables fast, reversible drive connections without configuration hassles
The StarTech Bi-Directional SATA/IDE Adapter Converter is a must-have tool for anyone managing mixed-generation hardware. Whether you’re modernizing an old system or retrieving legacy data, this adapter delivers the flexibility, reliability, and ease-of-use needed to get the job done efficiently.
| Brand |
StarTech.com |
|---|---|
| Colour |
Black |
| Connection 1 |
IDE (40 Pin, EIDE/PATA) (Female) |
| Connection 2 |
SP4 (4 pin, Small Drive Power) Male to 2 x SATA (7 pin, Data) Plug |
| Dimensions |
11x50x61mm |
| Form |
Adapter |
| Type |
External Computer Cables |
| Weight |
20g |
| Device Type |
Storage controller |
| Bus Type |
Ultra ATA/133 |
| Interface |
SATA 1.5Gb/s |
| Product Material |
Plastic |
| Manufacturer Warranty |
2-year warranty |
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