--- product_id: 1213259 title: "Unitek USB 3.0 IDE/SATA Adapter, Dual-Drive, for 2.5/3.5\" HDD/SSD | Simultaneous 1 IDE + 1 SATA Access; For 2.5/3.5\" IDE/SATA Drives, Optical; Hot-Swap, Plug & Play; 12V Adapter Included; 6Gbps" brand: "unitek" price: "A$64" currency: AUD in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Unitek" url: https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/1213259-unitek-usb-3-0-ide-sata-adapter-dual-drive-2 store_origin: AU region: Australia --- # 6Gbps SATA III speed Dual-drive simultaneous use 12V/2A stable power supply Unitek USB 3.0 IDE/SATA Adapter, Dual-Drive, for 2.5/3.5" HDD/SSD | Simultaneous 1 IDE + 1 SATA Access; For 2.5/3.5" IDE/SATA Drives, Optical; Hot-Swap, Plug & Play; 12V Adapter Included; 6Gbps **Brand:** unitek **Price:** A$64 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 💾 Rescue, Restore, Repeat — The ultimate dual-drive adapter for data pros on the go! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Unitek USB 3.0 IDE/SATA Adapter, Dual-Drive, for 2.5/3.5" HDD/SSD | Simultaneous 1 IDE + 1 SATA Access; For 2.5/3.5" IDE/SATA Drives, Optical; Hot-Swap, Plug & Play; 12V Adapter Included; 6Gbps by unitek - **How much does it cost?** A$64 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.au](https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/1213259-unitek-usb-3-0-ide-sata-adapter-dual-drive-2) ## Best For - unitek enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted unitek brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Dual-Drive Powerhouse:** Connect and access one IDE + one SATA drive simultaneously for ultimate multitasking. - • **Blazing Fast Transfers:** Experience up to 6Gbps data speed with USB 3.0 & SATA III for seamless backups and migrations. - • **Plug & Play Simplicity:** No drivers needed—hot-swap drives effortlessly with an intuitive On/Off switch and LED indicators. - • **Reliable Power Delivery:** Includes a dedicated 12V/2A adapter ensuring stable operation even with power-hungry 3.5" drives. - • **Universal Compatibility:** Works with 2.5"/3.5" IDE & SATA HDDs, SSDs, and optical drives—future-proof your data access. ## Overview The Unitek USB 3.0 IDE/SATA Adapter is a versatile dual-drive solution enabling simultaneous connection of one IDE and one SATA drive, supporting 2.5"/3.5" HDDs, SSDs, and optical drives. With blazing 6Gbps SATA III speeds over USB 3.0, plug-and-play convenience, and a stable 12V/2A power supply, it’s designed for efficient data migration, backup, and recovery—perfect for professionals needing quick, reliable access to legacy and modern storage devices. ## Description desertcart.com: Unitek USB 3.0 IDE/SATA Adapter, Dual-Drive, for 2.5/3.5" HDD/SSD | Simultaneous 1 IDE + 1 SATA Access; For 2.5/3.5" IDE/SATA Drives, Optical; Hot-Swap, Plug & Play; 12V Adapter Included; 6Gbps : Electronics Review: Absolutely love it - I bought this Unitek adapter to rescue files from a couple of ancient IDE drives I found in storage. Setup was incredibly easy, just plug and play. The one-touch backup button is a handy bonus, but I mostly used it for straight data transfers. I was really glad the kit includes a 12V power adapter, because 3.5 inch drives absolutely need it. It also worked flawlessly with a modern SATA SSD. Speeds were solid, and it recognized every drive instantly. Build quality feels decent for the price. I would recommend this to anyone who needs to access old hard drives or quickly clone a drive without opening their PC. A simple, effective tool that does exactly what it promises. Review: Worked great for my situation. - This thing is great. I had SATA and IDE drives that I had laying around and needed to find out what was on them. It was relatively easy to use lining up the IDE slot was a little tedious because I couldn't quite tell if I need to go right or left more to line up all the pins. It worked as expected. Good purchase. ## Features - 【Dual-Drive Simultaneous Use & Wide Compatibility】This adapter supports connecting one IDE drive and one SATA drive at the same time. It works with 2.5"/3.5" IDE HDDs, 2.5"/3.5" SATA HDDs and SSDs, as well as optical drives like CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, and DVD-RW. The dual-head IDE connector (40-pin and 44-pin) and a SATA III port give you maximum flexibility for data migration, backup, or drive recovery. - 【High-Speed Transfer with USB 3.0 & SATA III】Experience data transfer rates up to 6Gbps through the SATA III interface, with USB 3.0 connectivity (backward compatible with USB 2.0/1.1). Please ensure your computer has a USB-A port, as this adapter uses a USB-A connection only. - 【Stable Power Supply for Reliable Operation】The included 12V/2A power adapter is essential for stable performance—please always connect it when using the adapter, especially when accessing two drives simultaneously. The 4-pin power cable is designed specifically for 3.5" IDE drives (not required for SATA drives). - 【Plug-and-Play with User-Friendly Design】No driver installation required. Supports hot-swapping for quick drive changes, and features an On/Off switch to protect your hard drives from unnecessary wear. The LED indicator clearly shows power and activity status. - 【What's Included & Support】You'll receive the USB 3.0 to IDE+SATA adapter, a USB 3.0 data cable, a 4-pin power cable, a 12V/2A power adapter, and our 24/7 dedicated email support. - USB A connection, compatible with computers with USB-A ports only.Please check if the computer's ports are compatible before purchasing. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00EHDTRJ6 | | Best Sellers Rank | #3 in SATA Cables | | Brand | Unitek | | Color | USB A | | Compatible Devices | Desktop, Laptop, PC | | Connector Type | USB Type A | | Current Rating | 2 A | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 9,124 Reviews | | Finish | Hdmi | | Finish Type | Hdmi | | Input Voltage | 12 volts | | Item Dimensions | 3.8 x 2.7 x 0.63 inches | | Item Weight | 7.2 ounces | | Item dimensions L x W x H | 3.8 x 2.7 x 0.63 inches | | Manufacturer | Unitek | | Mfr Part Number | FBA_Y-3322 | | Model Number | Y-3322A | | Number of Items | 1 | | Number of Ports | 3 | | Package Quantity | 1 | | Power Plug Type | Type A - 2 pin (North American) | | Unit Count | 1 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Unitek - **Color:** USB A - **Compatible Devices:** Desktop, Laptop, PC - **Connector Type:** USB Type A - **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 3.8 x 2.7 x 0.63 inches ## Images ![Unitek USB 3.0 IDE/SATA Adapter, Dual-Drive, for 2.5/3.5" HDD/SSD | Simultaneous 1 IDE + 1 SATA Access; For 2.5/3.5" IDE/SATA Drives, Optical; Hot-Swap, Plug & Play; 12V Adapter Included; 6Gbps - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71ENB-zgisL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Will this power 2.5" SATA drives via USB only and not require the power supply?** A: I am wondering the same question, but I would find it strange that the power supply would be needed for a 2.5" drive. 2.5" (laptop) drives run at 5V (same as USB). The power supply is a 12V power supply (which is what all 3.5" drives need: 12V power, thus they aren't able to be powered by USB). Every other adapter like this I have seen and used did NOT require the power supply for 2.5" drives. So, it is possible the power is needed, but it seems strange to me that it would be required. **Q: does it work with External hard drives** A: if you pull the external hard drive from its case it will work unless the internal hard drive uses an older PATA (EIDE) connector instead of SATA, anything from 2006 and above should have an SATA connector generally speaking. **Q: Does this device support reporting of smart disk performance information back to the host?** A: No. So sorry that we have no product can support reporting s.m.a.r.t (smart) drive information back to the host. Any questions please contact us by mail. Unitek Customer Service Team support_us@unitek-products.com **Q: Can i use this to connect an external drive to a home network drive? i have google wifi so i can't connect directly to the router.** A: You can connect to anything that will accept a USB 3.0 or USB 2 external hard drive. You will have to check the information that came with your home network drive to determine whether or not that home network drive is compatible with an external USB drive. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Absolutely love it *by P***N on June 8, 2026* I bought this Unitek adapter to rescue files from a couple of ancient IDE drives I found in storage. Setup was incredibly easy, just plug and play. The one-touch backup button is a handy bonus, but I mostly used it for straight data transfers. I was really glad the kit includes a 12V power adapter, because 3.5 inch drives absolutely need it. It also worked flawlessly with a modern SATA SSD. Speeds were solid, and it recognized every drive instantly. Build quality feels decent for the price. I would recommend this to anyone who needs to access old hard drives or quickly clone a drive without opening their PC. A simple, effective tool that does exactly what it promises. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Worked great for my situation. *by A***R on August 30, 2026* This thing is great. I had SATA and IDE drives that I had laying around and needed to find out what was on them. It was relatively easy to use lining up the IDE slot was a little tedious because I couldn't quite tell if I need to go right or left more to line up all the pins. It worked as expected. Good purchase. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Inexpensive way to save an old HDD that seems to have stopped working *by L***Z on July 13, 2026* It works. I had an 8TB Seagate HDD die on me. The Seagate tools didn't seem to do anything and when they did they showed nothing wrong but the drive wouldn't mount. I didn't throw it away but it wasn't working. Then I came upon an add for something similar to this device and thought I'd give it a try. I broke the HHD out of the case and plugged it directly into the drive, connected it to my computer, and then connected a new drive to the computer. The 8TB broke drive booted up immediately and popped up on the computer. No issues. I was able to move everything over to a new drive. Now I have to decide if I want to keep this old 8TB and put it in a new case, since it still works! I recommend this as an inexpensive/last ditch way to save an old drive. I was told by a tech friend that hard drives are more reliable than we think and that the weak link is frequently the connection boards shorting out. ## Frequently Bought Together - Unitek USB 3.0 to IDE and SATA Converter External Hard Drive Adapter Kit for Universal 2.5/3.5 HDD/SSD Hard Drive Disk, One Touch Backup Function, Included 12V/2A Power Adapter - SABRENT USB 3.0 to SATA External Hard Drive Lay-Flat Docking Station for 2.5 or 3.5in HDD, SSD [Support UASP] (EC-DFLT) - FIDECO USB 3.0 to SATA or IDE Adapter, Hard Drive Adapter Cable Universal for 2.5/3.5 inch SATA HDD/SSD & IDE HDD with 12V Power Adapter --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/1213259-unitek-usb-3-0-ide-sata-adapter-dual-drive-2](https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/1213259-unitek-usb-3-0-ide-sata-adapter-dual-drive-2) --- *Product available on Desertcart Australia* *Store origin: AU* *Last updated: 2026-09-03*