UGREEN CM321 USB-C 3.0 to 2.5-Inch SATA Converter | 50cm | 70610

UGREEN CM321 USB-C 3.0 to 2.5-Inch SATA Converter | 50cm | 70610

The UGREEN USB-C 3.0 to 2.5-Inch SATA Converter is a practical storage connectivity solution designed to connect a compatible 2.5-inch SATA hard drive or solid-state drive directly to a computer or other compatible USB Type-C device. With a convenient 50cm cable length, it provides flexible access to SATA storage for data transfer, drive testing, backup, upgrades, and everyday storage management. The converter is particularly useful for users and IT professionals who need to access a 2.5-inch SATA drive externally without installing it inside a computer or placing it in a traditional enclosure. Its compact design makes it convenient for temporary drive access, diagnostics, data migration, and storage-related tasks. The UGREEN USB-C 3.0 to 2.5-inch SATA Converter provides a direct connection between a compatible USB Type-C host and a 2.5-inch SATA storage drive. It can be used with suitable SATA HDDs and SSDs for accessing and transferring files through a compatible computer. Because the storage drive remains exposed rather than enclosed in a full housing, the converter is especially convenient for IT technicians, system administrators, PC builders, and users who frequently work with multiple SATA drives.

Key Features

• USB-C to SATA Connectivity: Connects compatible 2.5-inch SATA storage drives to a USB Type-C host device.
• 2.5-Inch SATA Support: Designed for compatible 2.5-inch SATA HDDs and SSDs.
• USB 3.0 Interface: Provides high-speed USB connectivity for compatible systems and storage devices.
• 50cm Cable Length: Provides convenient flexibility when connecting an external SATA drive to a computer.
• Direct Drive Access: Allows compatible SATA drives to be accessed without installing them inside a PC.
• Useful for Data Migration: Convenient for transferring files between an old SATA drive and a new computer or storage device.
• Drive Testing: Useful for checking and accessing compatible SATA drives during PC maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Compact Design: Easy to store in an IT toolkit, computer-accessory bag, or workstation.
• Versatile Storage Solution: Suitable for backup, file transfer, drive upgrades, diagnostics, and temporary storage access.

Technical Specifications

• Brand: UGREEN
• Product Type: USB-C to SATA Converter
• Host Interface: USB Type-C
• USB Standard: USB 3.0
• Drive Interface: SATA
• Supported Drive Form Factor: 2.5-inch
• Supported Storage: Compatible 2.5-inch SATA HDD & SSD
• Cable Length: 50cm
• Application: Data Transfer, Backup, Drive Access, Testing & Migration

Connect a 2.5-Inch SATA Drive Externally

The converter provides a convenient way to connect a compatible 2.5-inch SATA HDD or SSD to a computer through USB Type-C. This eliminates the need to install the storage drive internally when temporary or external access is required.

It is particularly useful when working with spare drives, replacement drives, upgraded laptop drives, or storage devices that need to be accessed for data transfer.

USB 3.0 High-Speed Connectivity

The UGREEN converter uses a USB 3.0 interface to provide high-speed connectivity between the SATA drive and a compatible USB-C host. When used with compatible hardware, it is suitable for transferring documents, photographs, videos, application files, backups, and other data.

Actual transfer performance depends on the SATA drive, USB host, USB port capabilities, cable design, file sizes, operating system, and other system components. The actual speed may be lower than the theoretical maximum of the USB standard.

Ideal for SATA SSDs & HDDs

The converter can be used with compatible 2.5-inch SATA solid-state drives and hard disk drives. A SATA SSD generally provides faster storage performance than a mechanical HDD, while HDDs remain useful for high-capacity storage and backup applications.

The converter provides the interface between the storage drive and the USB-C host; the overall performance is determined by the capabilities of the complete storage system.

50cm Flexible Cable

The 50cm cable length provides additional flexibility when positioning an external SATA drive beside a laptop, desktop, or workstation. It provides enough reach for many temporary storage and maintenance setups while remaining relatively compact for storage and transport.

Ideal Applications

• Data Migration: Transfer files from an old 2.5-inch SATA drive to a new computer or storage device.
• Drive Upgrades: Access an old drive after upgrading a laptop or desktop to a new SSD.
• Data Backup: Connect a compatible SATA drive for external backup and file storage.
• Drive Testing: Check the contents and basic accessibility of compatible SATA drives.
• IT Troubleshooting: Access storage drives during computer maintenance and diagnostics.
• PC Building: Conveniently access SATA drives during system installation and configuration.
• Temporary Storage: Connect a spare SATA drive when temporary external access is required.
• File Transfer: Transfer documents, media, projects, and other data between compatible systems.
• Drive Reuse: Reuse a functional 2.5-inch SATA drive as externally accessible storage.

Useful for Laptop Upgrades

When upgrading a laptop from a 2.5-inch SATA HDD to an SSD, the old drive may still contain important files. The UGREEN converter allows the compatible drive to be connected externally to a USB-C computer for data transfer, backup, and file access.

This can make the upgrade process more convenient without requiring the old drive to be installed in another computer.

Useful for IT Technicians

The compact converter is a practical addition to an IT technician's toolkit. It can be used when accessing SATA drives from different computers, performing data migration, checking drive contents, or troubleshooting storage-related issues.

Because it does not require a full-size drive enclosure, it can also be convenient when technicians need to work with multiple drives during a maintenance or upgrade project.

Data Backup & File Transfer

A compatible 2.5-inch SATA drive can be connected externally and used for supported backup and file-transfer tasks. This makes the converter useful for moving documents, photographs, videos, business files, and other data between storage devices.

For important information, users should maintain multiple backups rather than relying on a single external storage drive.

How to Use

1. Ensure the storage device is a compatible 2.5-inch SATA HDD or SSD.
2. Connect the SATA connector to the compatible SATA drive.
3. Connect the USB Type-C connector to a compatible computer or USB-C host device.
4. Allow the operating system to detect the connected storage device.
5. Access the drive through the operating system's file-management interface.
6. Transfer, copy, back up, or manage files as required.
7. Safely eject the drive through the operating system before disconnecting it.

Benefits

• Provides external access to compatible 2.5-inch SATA HDDs and SSDs.
• Uses a convenient USB Type-C host connection.
• Supports USB 3.0 high-speed connectivity.
• Useful for data migration and computer upgrades.
• Suitable for storage backup and file-transfer applications.
• Practical for drive testing and troubleshooting.
• 50cm cable provides flexible positioning.
• Compact design is convenient for IT technicians and mobile users.
• Eliminates the need for internal drive installation when temporary access is required.

Compatibility

The UGREEN USB-C to SATA Converter is designed for compatible 2.5-inch SATA storage devices and USB Type-C host systems. The connected computer must support the required USB functionality, while the SATA drive must be compatible with the converter.

Operating-system support and storage recognition can vary according to the host computer, SATA drive, file system, and system configuration.

Important Compatibility Notes

• Designed for compatible 2.5-inch SATA HDDs and SSDs.
• It should not be assumed to support M.2 NVMe, M.2 SATA, or other non-2.5-inch storage formats.
• The USB-C host device must support compatible USB functionality.
• Actual transfer speed depends on the drive, USB interface, host system, file type, and other factors.
• Some 2.5-inch SATA drives may require additional power depending on their power requirements and the capabilities of the connected system.
• New or unformatted drives may need to be initialized and formatted before they can be used.
• Formatting a drive may erase existing data, so important files should be backed up before formatting.
• Always safely eject the storage device before physically disconnecting it.

Ideal for Business & Professional Use

The UGREEN USB-C to SATA Converter is suitable for IT departments, computer repair centers, system integrators, network and IT technicians, offices, and professional workstations. It provides a convenient way to access SATA drives during upgrades, maintenance, data migration, and troubleshooting.

Ideal for Home Users

Home users can also benefit from the converter when upgrading computers, accessing an old laptop drive, transferring personal files, or reusing a compatible SATA SSD or HDD. Its simple external connection provides a convenient alternative to installing the drive internally.

Why Choose UGREEN USB-C to SATA Converter

• USB-C Connectivity: Designed for modern USB Type-C equipped computers.
• 2.5-inch SATA Support: Works with compatible SATA HDDs and SSDs.
• USB 3.0: Provides high-speed connectivity for compatible systems.
• 50cm Cable: Offers convenient flexibility for external drive access.
• Versatile: Suitable for data migration, backup, testing, upgrades, and troubleshooting.
• Portable: Compact design is convenient for IT toolkits and travel.

Package Contents

• 1 × UGREEN USB-C 3.0 to 2.5-Inch SATA Converter

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The UGREEN USB-C 3.0 to 2.5-Inch SATA Converter is a practical solution for accessing compatible SATA storage externally. With USB-C connectivity, USB 3.0 support, compatibility with 2.5-inch SATA HDDs and SSDs, and a convenient 50cm cable, it is ideal for data migration, backups, computer upgrades, drive testing, troubleshooting, and professional IT maintenance.