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StarTech.com Single Bay USB 3.0 to SATA Hard Drive Docking Station, USB 3.0 (5 Gbps) Hard Drive Dock, External 2.5/3.5" SATA I/II/III HDD/SSD Docking Station, Top-Loading Hard Drive Bay (SDOCKU33BV)
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StarTech.com Single Bay USB 3.0 to SATA Hard Drive Docking Station

Status: StarTech.com Single Bay USB 3.0 to SATA Hard…: Unavailable on Amazon as of . SpecPicks has no in-stock listing with matching specs on file; the search below lists current offers. eBay sellers may still list this model new or used.

Bottom line: The StarTech.com Single Bay USB 3.0 to SATA Hard Drive Docking Station is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the storage adapters 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

  • ✓ Supports 2.5in and 3.5in form factor SATA hard drives (HDD) and solid state drives (SSD)
  • ✓ Backed by StarTech.com's warranty and support channels

Cons

  • ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
  • ✗ Price, stock, shipping and returns are set by the retailer and may have changed since this page was last updated

Manufacturer description

USB 3.0 Docking Station for UASP Connect and swap 2.5" or 3.5" SATA 3.0 hard disk drive (HDD) and solid state drive (SSD) via USB port. When used in conjunction with UASP enabled host controllers deliver up to 70% faster speed performance than traditional USB 3.0 to maximize the potential of SATA 3.0 hard drives. Compatible with high-capacity SATA 1.0/2.0/3.0 drives (tested up to 4TB), 2.5/3.5 inch hard drives, this HDD/SSD Docking Station is compatible with virtually any SATA hard drive and greatly improves the storage and backup capacity of your computer. When used with our SAT2IDEADP"…

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored StarTech.com Single Bay USB 3.0 to SATA Hard Drive Docking Station using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the storage adapters category. StarTech.com's storage adapters 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 storage adapters 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

  • HARD DRIVE DOCKING STATION: This single-bay hard drive docking station enables access to a 2.5/3.5" SATA drive for file backup, imaging, and data transfer over USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps)
  • DRIVE COMPATIBILITY: Supports 2.5/3.5" SATA HDDs and SSDs of any capacity; OS Independent; IDE (SAT2IDEADP), mSATA (SAT2MSAT25), & M.2 SATA (SAT32M225) adapters sold separately
  • PERFORMANCE: Toolless top-loading design enables quick hot-swapping of idle drives; Backwards compatible with previous SATA & USB versions; No software / drivers required
  • SPECS: Single-Bay Hard Drive Dock; SATA I/II/III; USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gbps) Host Connection; Toolless Design; Top-Loading Drive Bay; Power and Activity LED Indicators; Includes 3ft USB 3.2 (5 Gbps) Type-A Cable and Universal Power Adapter
  • THE IT PRO'S CHOICE: Designed and built for IT Professionals, this Single-Bay Hard Drive Dock is backed for 2 years, including free lifetime 24/5 multilingual technical assistance
  • Save time, with file transfers up to 70% faster than traditional USB 3.0 when used with a UASP-supported host

Full Specifications

BrandStarTech.com
ColorBlack
Unit Count1.0 Count
ConnectivityUSB
Model NumberSDOCKU33BV
Built-In MediaUSB 3.0 SATA III Hard Drive Docking Station SSD / HDD with UASP
Item Type NameDrive Dock
Mfr Part NumberSDOCKU33BV
Hardware PlatformMac, PC
Compatible DevicesCompatible with USB 3.0 enabled computer systems such as EliteBook Folio 9470m, and 2.5in or 3.5in SATA solid-state drives and hard drives
Data Transfer Rate6 Gigabits Per Second
Enclosure MaterialPlastic
Hardware InterfaceUSB 3.0
Warranty Description2 Year
Hard Disk Form Factor2.5 Inches
Connectivity Technologyusb
Memory Storage Capacity4 TB
Item Dimensions L x W x H2.7"L x 1.85"W x 0.9"H
Supported Devices Quantity1
Global Trade Identification Number00065030855303
Full listing titleStarTech.com Single Bay USB 3.0 to SATA Hard Drive Docking Station, USB 3.0 (5 Gbps) Hard Drive Dock, External 2.5/3.5" SATA I/II/III HDD/SSD Docking Station, Top-Loading Hard Drive Bay (SDOCKU33BV)

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