Range/Series Overview
IMPORTANT: This Range/Series overview section describes the range of which this product belongs. Features of different versions might be mentioned and may not apply to the specific product on this page. Please view Specs for specification of product.Enable fast, swappable access to your 2.5in or 3.5in SATA hard drives, through USB 3.0.
The SATDOCKU3S USB 3.0 Hard Drive Docking Station delivers full, instant access to any 2.5in or 3.5in SATA (SATA, SATA II, SATA III) hard drive (HDD) or solid state drive (SSD), without having to mount the drive in a computer or install it in an external enclosure. Large capacity drives (tested with up to 4TB) can be used to greatly enhance your computer's storage/backup capabilities.
Connected to the host computer through a single USB 3.0 SuperSpeed or USB 2.0 connection, the hard drive docking station provides a convenient, plug-and-play storage solution that delivers instant access to the hard drive without requiring a reboot.
Relying on the outstanding data throughput support of USB 3.0, the HDD docking station is capable of transfer speed up 5Gbps, making it the fastest way to access data from an external drive. Double the value of this hard drive docking station, using a SATA to IDE hard drive adapter (SAT2IDEADP), which enables you to use any 2.5 or 3.5in IDE hard drive in a SATA hard drive dock slot.
Features Summary
- Versatile hard drive compatibility
Compatible with both 2.5" and 3.5" hard drives, facilitating diverse storage solutions for various applications. - Fast data transfer rates
Utilizes USB 3.0 technology to achieve data transfer speeds of up to 3 Gbit/s, ensuring quick access to your files. - Hot-swap functionality
Allows for easy swapping of hard drives without shutting down the system, enhancing workflow and productivity. - Robust environmental design
Operates well in a temperature range of 5°C to 80°C and functions efficiently in varying humidity conditions. - Plug-and-Play setup
Supports easy installation with no additional software required, providing instant access to external hard drives.
Specification Summary
Product Description
Startech SuperSpeed USB 3.0 to SATA Hard Drive Docking station for 2.5/3.5 HDD - HDD Docking station - SATA Dock - HDD docking station - SATA 3Gb/s - USB 3.0
Device Type
HDD docking station - external
Expansion Bays
1 x hot-swap - 2.5" / 3.5" shared
Hard Drive Form Factor Compatibility
2.5", 3.5"
Data Transfer Rate
3 Gbit/s
Supported Devices
Hard drive
Power Source
Included AC adapter
System Requirements
Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Apple MacOS X or later, Microsoft Windows 7, Microsoft Windows Vista / 2000 / XP, Microsoft Windows Server 2008
Dimensions (WxDxH)
9.3 cm x 14.5 cm x 6.5 cm
Manufacturer Warranty
2-year warranty
Designed For
P/N: PEXUSB3S23, PEXUSB3S24, PEXUSB3S25, PEXUSB3S42V, PEXUSB3S44V, PEXUSB3S4V, SAT2IDEADP, SVA12M2NEUA, SVA12M5NA, USB3SAB1, USBDUP15, USBDUPE115, USBDUPE17