JSAUX
JSAUX SATA to USB Cable
Bottom line: The JSAUX SATA to USB Cable: UASP support adds up to 70% over plain USB 3.0; main trade-off: 2.5" drives only; no 3.5" HDD support.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ UASP support adds up to 70% over plain USB 3.0
- ✓ 5Gbps USB 3.0 throughput for 2.5" SATA III drives
- ✓ Passes Trim and SMART data through to the host
- ✓ Rated for 10,000+ bend and plug-in cycles
Cons
- ✗ 2.5" drives only; no 3.5" HDD support
- ✗ No power adapter, so bus power is the only option
- ✗ Won't work with IDE/ATA, mSATA, or M.2 drives
- ✗ Bare cable leaves the drive unprotected versus an enclosure
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored JSAUX SATA to USB Cable using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the cables & connectors category. JSAUX's cables & connectors 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 cables & connectors 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
- 【Important Note】: Can not available for 3.5” hard drive. Not compatible with ATA(IDE), MSATA, and M.2 interfaces. No power adapter included. Please confirm your hard drive type before purchase
- 【Quickly Access a SATA SSD or HDD】: Add drive space to your laptop by connecting to a SATA 2.5" SATA SSD or HDD using this SATA to USB cable. You can connect to an external drive to add storage, perform backups, create disk images, implement data recoveries, and transfer content to your laptop
- 【5Gbps High Speed Output】: The SATA to USB adapter supports USB 3.0 super speed data transfer up to 5Gbps, but you can experience transfer speeds up to 70% faster than conventional USB 3.0 when connected to a computer that also supports UASP
- 【Slim and Portable】: The usb to sata adapter designed as portable as possible and tucks easily into the pocket of your laptop bag, you can use it anywhere with no external power required ( 2.5" SSD/HDD Only)
- 【Save Time】: The hard drive transfer cable lets you easily swap between drives with no need to install the drive inside an enclosure. It’s plug-and-play and doesn’t require drivers
- 【Durable】:The hard drive transfer cable with strain relief withstands 10,000+ bending and plug-in cycles.
Full Specifications
| Brand | JSAUX |
|---|---|
| Color | Grey |
| Model | CD0028 |
| Wattage | 20 watts |
| Cable Type | USB |
| Item Shape | Round |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Part Number | JSUSNZUA2SAGY1P |
| Connectivity | USB |
| Compatibility | Mac, Linux |
| Connector Type | Usb 3.0 a |
| Number of Pins | 9 |
| Outer Material | Aluminum |
| Maximum Voltage | 5 volts |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Special Feature | Portable |
| Connector Gender | Male-to-Male |
| Specification Met | USB-IF |
| Compatible Devices | Laptop, PC |
| Data Transfer Rate | 5 gigabits_per_second |
| Full listing title | JSAUX SATA to USB Cable, USB 3.0 to 2.5” SATA III Hard Drive Adapter Aluminum Shell Nylon Cord External Converter for SSD/HDD Supports UASP, Trim and Smart Compatible with Windows, MacOS and Linux | USB 3.0 to 2.5” SATA III Hard Drive Adapter External Converter Supports UASP, Trim and Smart For Windows, MacOS and Linux |
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JSAUX SATA to USB Cable, USB 3.0 to 2.5” SATA III Hard Drive Adapter Aluminum Shell Nylon Cord External Converter for SSD/HDD Supports UASP, Trim and Smart Compatible with Windows, MacOS and Linux | USB 3.0 to 2.5” SATA III Hard Drive Adapter External Converter Supports UASP, Trim and Smart For Windows, MacOS and Linux is listed on Amazon. Price, availability, shipping and returns are set by Amazon and its sellers — check the listing for current terms. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
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