SATA IDE to USB 3.0 Adapter, Hard Drive Reader for Universal 2.5 3.5 IDE and SATA HDD SSD, Optical Drive, External Ultra Recovery Converter with 12V Power Adapter

I had an iMac 27 that stopped working but all my files were on the HDD. I had to gain access to the drive (of course) so I had to do some disassembly of the Mac but I had no way to hook up the drive to USB so I could use another computer to save the files to another drive. This device worked great. True "plug and play". I think there are many different options for drive connections (this one on the Mac was 3.5" SATA). I have not tried the other options but I was very happy to access my files and save them. Proved to be a lifesaver for sure.

Having saved my old computers and inheriting my parents computers in the hopes of salvaging the data that was in them at some time in the future, I was running out of closet space. Then I saw and purchased this product. After I had pulled the 7 hard drives from the obsolete and or broken PCs, I was able to use this product to hook each hard drive (one at a time) to my current PC's USB port and review what all was on the old hard drives. Then I was able to quickly copy the files I wanted to my current PC and delete all the programs, data, and files from the old hard drive. This was a very fast and efficient process. It was great to find old photos that I had forgotten about, thought were lost, or had never seen before and be able to save them. I couldn't believe I was able to access hard drives that were very old and of varying configuration with such ease. All were Windows based and all the hard drives were in working order even though the PC itself may or may not have been. I highly recommend this product. Now I can drill a hole through the hard drive and safely recycle them without fear of losing files forever and recycle all the PCs themselves as there is no longer a need to save them.

I had a bunch of digital photos in several outdated PC's that I had given up hope of ever getting. I ordered this adapter as a last attempt to get them. I was surprized to have the unit arrive in nothing more than a clear plastic bag. Luckily none of the adapters or power supply had escaped. Using the illustrations on the order page it was a simple set up. The unit plugged into several different type of hard drives and was recognized by my PC. (I am running windows 10), One of the drives would not read but I suspect the hard drive itself was inoperable. Overall very pleased.

So far it is working as it should...Sure better than opening up the case to locate a spot to put a hdd....

This thing is so perfect. I had a Toshiba SSD and a 3.5 one that needed the power plug adapter, both work simultaneously, fast for how much is getting transferred through the USB 2.0. no needed drivers, read and write, seems solid with good transfer storage. Please note, the SSD get hot.

The goodFirst off as some one said you get no light when you turn it on you do if you have a drive connected. I had 7 smaller 2.5 drives SATA DRIVES worked no problems the IDE drives that took a a few times to come up could be the drive has been sitting.THE BAD5 of the 3.5 drives I have could not be read they seem to power up but that’s it had 2 SATA 3.5 and 3 IDE 3.5 all were a fail. And yes I know the drives are good.Out come sending it back it’s nothing mor then a glorified external adapter I had been using one that a pulled out an external drive. And it works fine. I May try another one from another company.I gave it one star because it simply did not work on any 3.5 drives. So yes it half worked but I really did not need it for 2.5 inch SATA DEIVES I needed it for 3.5 IDE and SATA and that don’t work.

My experience with the EYOOLD SATA/IDE to USB 3.0 Hard Drive Adapter has been a mixed bag, with both positive and negative aspects to consider.On the positive side, the adapter offers a convenient and versatile solution for connecting SATA and IDE hard drives to a computer via USB 3.0. This is particularly useful for data recovery, transferring files, or repurposing old hard drives.The adapter's compatibility with both 2.5-inch and 3.5-inch drives is a convenient feature, allowing for versatility in handling different types of hard drives.The plug-and-play functionality is appreciated, as it eliminates the need for additional drivers or complex setup procedures. I found it relatively straightforward to connect the adapter and access the connected hard drive on my computer.However, my experience was marred by certain drawbacks. While the adapter worked as expected for smaller 2.5-inch drives, I encountered difficulties when attempting to connect larger 3.5-inch drives. The adapter struggled to provide a stable and consistent connection for these larger drives, resulting in intermittent disconnections and file transfer errors.Additionally, the build quality of the adapter left something to be desired. The plastic casing felt somewhat flimsy, and I questioned its durability over time, especially with regular use.The adapter's performance also varied depending on the specific drive being connected. While some drives worked seamlessly, others exhibited slower data transfer speeds or occasional glitches.Furthermore, the lack of clear instructions or user guide made it challenging to troubleshoot issues or fully utilize the adapter's capabilities.In summary, the EYOOLD SATA/IDE to USB 3.0 Hard Drive Adapter offers a convenient solution for connecting SATA and smaller IDE hard drives to a computer via USB 3.0. However, the adapter's compatibility and performance issues, especially with larger 3.5-inch drives, detract from its overall effectiveness. The build quality and lack of comprehensive instructions also contribute to the mixed experience. While the adapter has its merits, the issues I encountered lead me to a three-star rating. I hope that future iterations can address these concerns to provide a more consistent and reliable solution for users seeking to connect and access hard drives via USB.

Only has one side for each type so you cant connect more than one SATA drive as external at a time. Thought it wasn't working at first but it just took my windows 10 pro x64 a while to recognize it. unplug USB and plug back in and reboot works great now and I have a way to make use of some of the drives i had laying around for extra storage and backups. May not have the features of some of the more expensive adapters but im a simple person and it does what I need it to for a great prive.