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product_id: 191929879
title: "StarTech.com 18in 1 Port SATA to eSATA Plate Adapter - External SATA Plate - 6Gbps eSATA Port - Internal SATA to eSATA Adapter - 18 inch (ESATAPLT18IN)"
brand: "startech.com"
price: "A$24"
currency: AUD
in_stock: false
reviews_count: 8
url: https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/191929879-startech-com-18in-1-port-sata-to-esata-plate-adapter
store_origin: AU
region: Australia
---

# 6Gbps SATA 3.0 speed 18-inch cable length Internal SATA to external eSATA port StarTech.com 18in 1 Port SATA to eSATA Plate Adapter - External SATA Plate - 6Gbps eSATA Port - Internal SATA to eSATA Adapter - 18 inch (ESATAPLT18IN)

**Brand:** startech.com
**Price:** A$24
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> ⚡ Unlock your PC’s hidden power with external eSATA speed!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** StarTech.com 18in 1 Port SATA to eSATA Plate Adapter - External SATA Plate - 6Gbps eSATA Port - Internal SATA to eSATA Adapter - 18 inch (ESATAPLT18IN) by startech.com
- **How much does it cost?** A$24 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.au](https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/191929879-startech-com-18in-1-port-sata-to-esata-plate-adapter)

## Best For

- startech.com enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted startech.com brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Legacy Meets Modern:** Perfect for professionals leveraging stable, high-performance eSATA for backups and storage.
- • **Extended 18-Inch Reach:** Flexible cable length to connect your external drives without clutter.
- • **Plug & Play eSATA Upgrade:** Instantly convert internal SATA ports to external eSATA—no complex installs.
- • **Reliable Lifetime Warranty:** Backed by StarTech.com’s limited lifetime warranty for peace of mind.
- • **Blazing Fast 6Gbps Transfer:** Experience seamless data flow with full SATA 3.0 bandwidth support.

## Overview

The StarTech.com 18in 1 Port SATA to eSATA Plate Adapter transforms an internal SATA motherboard connection into a high-speed external eSATA port, supporting up to 6Gbps SATA 3.0 bandwidth. With an 18-inch cable length, it offers flexible connectivity for external SATA devices, ideal for professionals needing reliable, fast data transfer and legacy device compatibility. Backed by a limited lifetime warranty, this adapter is a hassle-free solution to expand your PC’s storage options without internal installation.

## Description

Features. Storage Cable Type - Serial ATA internal to external panel. Length - 1.5 ft.. Connector - 1 x 7 pin external Serial ATA. Service Support

Review: Easy way to utilize unused SATA ports as eSATA - I'm using this with an ASUS TUF GAMING Z590 PLUS Wi-Fi motherboard, and so far, it has worked exactly as expected. Having two eSATA ports is nice, especially if you need to use a SATA based optical drive on a PC which does not have any 5.25 inch bays. There are several other reasons one may want to use eSATA. USB to SATA adapters do NOT support S.M.A.R.T or TRIM, both of which will work via eSATA. Another instance where using eSATA might be useful, is if your PC only has a single USB controller (which is common for most Intel motherboards). USB power can be a bit finicky, and the more USB devices you attach to a single controller, the higher the likelyhood of running in to some random USB power issue that can take your entire controller offline. TL;DR If you find yourself needing to connect multiple SATA devices to your PC externally, this is an excellent approach if you are looking to have options that don't involve USB to SATA adapters.
Review: Good value adapter for legacy ESATA - Using in a home TrueNAS build with old LaCie ESATA HDD enclosures for offline/offsite backups of SSD and SAS storage. Works great to extend SATA for my needs, replicating nightly/ad-hoc for backups and offline storage. Yes, ESATA is old technology, but it is stable. And works. Particularly in my scenario for offline backups with legacy HDDs.

## Features

- Turn a standard SATA motherboard connection into an external eSATA port
- 18 inch SATA to eSATA Plate
- 6Gbps eSATA port
- Add eSATA port to PC
- Internal SATA to eSATA adapter
- Avoid the hassle of installing a SATA hard drive internally, by adding an external SATA port to your computer
- Guaranteed reliability
- Supports full SATA 3.0 6Gbps bandwidth

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00MOENVOW |
| Best Sellers Rank | #237 in SATA Cables |
| Brand | StarTech.com |
| Color | Red |
| Compatible Devices | Hard Drive |
| Connector Type | eSATA/SATA |
| Current Rating | 1 Amps |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 584 Reviews |
| Finish | Standard |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00065030858984 |
| Item Dimensions | 18 x 4.7 x 0.8 inches |
| Item Type Name | Data Transfer Cable |
| Item Weight | 0.03 Kilograms |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 18 x 4.7 x 0.8 inches |
| Manufacturer | StarTech.com |
| Model Number | ESATAPLT18IN |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Ports | 1 |
| Package Quantity | 1 |
| Power Plug Type | Type A - 2 pin (North American) |
| Specific Uses For Product | PC |
| UPC | 065030858984 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Warranty Description | Lifetime |
| Warranty Type | Limited |

## Product Details

- **Color:** Red
- **Compatible Devices:** Hard Drive
- **Connector Type:** eSATA/SATA
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 18 x 4.7 x 0.8 inches
- **Specific Uses For Product:** PC

## Images

![StarTech.com 18in 1 Port SATA to eSATA Plate Adapter - External SATA Plate - 6Gbps eSATA Port - Internal SATA to eSATA Adapter - 18 inch (ESATAPLT18IN) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61jNEX8FEkL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: What about power?**
A: eSATA does not provide any power.  You'd typically use an eSATA port with an external drive enclosure that has its own power supply.

**Q: What cable goes between this esata adapter plate and the external sata drive? the external drive has a flat port, not "l" shaped.**
A: You need an eSATA cable. Here's one: https://www.amazon.com/Monoprice-108791-6-Feet-External-Shielded/dp/B009GUL1VM/ref=pd_lpo_vtph_147_lp_t_3/133-8936100-0506459?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=HMC3NS4Q8W7KVFB3SWS3

**Q: can I use this to connect a port multiplier such as a 4 drive enclosure?**
A: You can connect the 4 drive enclosure by eSATA wityh this, but your motherboard's SATA controller needs to be able to support port multiplying with eSATA. If it does, then your computer should recognize all drives.

**Q: Do you have one that supports internal sata power and data ports (i have an external drive enclosure with separate sata and power connections)?**
A: You are looking for eSATAp variants and connections. Where "e" means External, "SATA" means Serial Advanced Technology Attachment, "p" means Power over connection.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Easy way to utilize unused SATA ports as eSATA
*by A***Y on April 12, 2025*

I'm using this with an ASUS TUF GAMING Z590 PLUS Wi-Fi motherboard, and so far, it has worked exactly as expected. Having two eSATA ports is nice, especially if you need to use a SATA based optical drive on a PC which does not have any 5.25 inch bays. There are several other reasons one may want to use eSATA. USB to SATA adapters do NOT support S.M.A.R.T or TRIM, both of which will work via eSATA. Another instance where using eSATA might be useful, is if your PC only has a single USB controller (which is common for most Intel motherboards). USB power can be a bit finicky, and the more USB devices you attach to a single controller, the higher the likelyhood of running in to some random USB power issue that can take your entire controller offline. TL;DR If you find yourself needing to connect multiple SATA devices to your PC externally, this is an excellent approach if you are looking to have options that don't involve USB to SATA adapters.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good value adapter for legacy ESATA
*by E***Y on May 29, 2025*

Using in a home TrueNAS build with old LaCie ESATA HDD enclosures for offline/offsite backups of SSD and SAS storage. Works great to extend SATA for my needs, replicating nightly/ad-hoc for backups and offline storage. Yes, ESATA is old technology, but it is stable. And works. Particularly in my scenario for offline backups with legacy HDDs.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Too short
*by H***R on October 30, 2025*

I had an old external drive dock that I wanted to use. The cable works fine but I took one star off because the cables should be at leased 2 inches longer.

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*Last updated: 2026-02-01*