Old IDE drives can feel useless when your computer only accepts SATA, leaving valuable data stranded. The StarTech.com SAT2IDEADP SATA 7-pin + SATA 15-pin IDE 40-pin + IDE 44-pin + LP4 is a sturdy metal adapter that lets you slot a 2.5-in or 3.5-in IDE hard drive straight into a SATA docking station or any SATA-only system, giving you quick access to legacy files without opening the case.
Usages of a ATA-133 IDE adapter
Use it whenever you need to retrieve or copy data from an older PATA drive, whether you’re backing up archives, moving files to a new PC, or cloning a drive with a docking station.
Benefits of StarTech.com IDE adapter
- Simple installation: plug the IDE drive into the adapter and slide it into a SATA dock in seconds.
- Durable build: all-metal construction protects the connection during repeated use.
- Wide compatibility: works with any StarTech.com SATA docking station or duplicator.
- Fast transfer: supports ATA-133 speeds up to 133 MBps for efficient data movement.
- Peace of mind: backed by a 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.
StarTech.com IDE Adapter
Choosing this adapter means you don’t have to discard old drives or buy a separate legacy system. Its upright mounting style fits neatly into standard SATA bays, turning a dated IDE drive into a plug-and-play device. You get reliable performance and the confidence that your data can be accessed whenever you need it, without hassle.
Key Features of a ATA-133 IDE adapter
- Connector 1: SATA 7-pin + SATA 15-pin. Enables direct insertion into SATA bays.
- Connector 2: IDE 40-pin + IDE 44-pin + LP4. Accepts both 2.5-in and 3.5-in IDE drives.
- Data Transfer Rate: 133 MBps. Provides the maximum speed for ATA-133 drives.
- Interface: ATA-133. Ensures full compatibility with legacy PATA drives.
- Form Factor: Internal. Designed to sit inside a docking station or desktop.
- Host Bus: SATA. Allows connection to modern SATA-only hardware.
- Supported Devices: Hard drive. Specifically built for IDE hard disks.
- Compliance: FCC, RoHS. Meets regulatory standards for safety and environmental impact.
- Colour: Black. Blends discreetly with most equipment.
- Warranty: 2-year warranty with free lifetime technical support. Guarantees long-term reliability.
Specifications
| Miscellaneous |
| Miscellaneous / Compliant Standards | FCC, RoHS |
| Header |
| Header / Model | SATA to 2.5in or 3.5in IDE Hard Drive Adapter for HDD Docks - SATA to IDE Converter - HDD Docking Station (SAT2IDEADP) |
| Header / Product Line | Startech |
| Header / Packaged Quantity | 1 |
| Storage Controller |
| Storage Controller / Form Factor | Internal |
| Storage Controller / Data Transfer Rate | 133 MBps |
| Storage Controller / Interface | ATA-133 |
| Storage Controller / Host Bus | SATA |
| Storage Controller / Supported Devices | Hard drive |
| General |
| General / Product Type | Storage controller |
| General / Device Type | Storage controller - internal |
| General / Host Bus | SATA |
| Expansion / Connectivity |
| Expansion / Connectivity / Connections | 1 storage - Serial ATA-150 - 7 pin Serial ATA |
| Expansion / Connectivity / Interfaces | 1 x ATA-133 - 40 pin IDC |
| Summary Details |
| Connector 1 | SATA 7-pin + SATA 15-pin |
| Connector 2 | IDE 40-pin + IDE 44-pin + LP4 |
| Product color | Black |
