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StarTech.com LP4 to SATA Power Cable Adapter with Floppy Power (LP4SATAFMD)
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StarTech.com LP4 to SATA Power Cable Adapter with Floppy Power (LP4SATAFMD)

Bottom line: The StarTech.com LP4 to SATA Power Cable Adapter with Floppy Power is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the power supplies & cables category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Power adapter

Cons

  • ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
  • ✗ Used and vintage listings vary by seller and condition — check the listing photos, description and return terms before buying

Manufacturer description

If you need to use an older IDE hard drive with a new SATA power supply look no further than StarTech.'s LP4 to SATA power adapter. Built with only the highest quality ponents to ensure peak performance StarTech. stands behind its parts with a lifetime warranty.Primary InformationCable Type : Power adapter Left Connector Gender : Female Left Connector Type : Internal Power Right Connector Gender : Female Right Connector Type : SATA Power Length : N/A Color : Black Service & Support Type : Limited lifetime warranty UNSPSC CodeUNSPSC Code : 26121620

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored StarTech.com LP4 to SATA Power Cable Adapter with Floppy Power using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the power supplies & cables category. StarTech.com's power supplies & cables lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for power supplies & cables of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

  • Power adapter
  • SATA power (M) to 4 pin internal power
  • 4 pin mini-power connector (F)
  • for P/N: SATSASBAY425

Full Specifications

BrandStarTech.com
ColorBlack
ModelLP4SATAFMD
for P/NSATSASBAY425
Cable TypeSATA Power
Item ShapeRound
Model NameLP4 to SATA Power Cable Adapter with Floppy Power - F/F
Unit Count1.0 Count
Part NumberLP4SATAFMD
Connector TypeFloppy
Item Type NameSplitter Cord
Number of Pins19
Maximum Current11 Amps
Maximum Voltage12 Volts
Number of Items1
Special FeatureHigh Speed
Connector GenderMale
Compatible DevicesFloppy Drive
Included ComponentsStarTech.com LP4 to SATA Power Cable Adapter with Floppy Power (LP4SATAFMD)
Indoor Outdoor UsageIndoor, Outdoor

Ready to buy?

StarTech.com LP4 to SATA Power Cable Adapter with Floppy Power (LP4SATAFMD) is vintage hardware; the used and vintage market on eBay carries most of the live inventory. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. It also has an Amazon listing — check it for current price and availability. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.

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