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product_id: 3990306
title: "StarTech.com 2.5in SATA/SAS SSD/HDD to 3.5in SATA Hard Drive Converter - Storage bay adapter - 3.5\" to 2.5\" - black - 25SATSAS35"
brand: "startech"
price: "A$42"
currency: AUD
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reviews_count: 5
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# SATA III 6 Gbps speed 2.5in to 3.5in drive conversion Vented design for heat dissipation StarTech.com 2.5in SATA/SAS SSD/HDD to 3.5in SATA Hard Drive Converter - Storage bay adapter - 3.5" to 2.5" - black - 25SATSAS35

**Brand:** startech
**Price:** A$42
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 💼 Elevate your storage game with pro-grade versatility and speed!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** StarTech.com 2.5in SATA/SAS SSD/HDD to 3.5in SATA Hard Drive Converter - Storage bay adapter - 3.5" to 2.5" - black - 25SATSAS35 by startech
- **How much does it cost?** A$42 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/3990306-startech-com-2-5in-sata-sas-ssd-hdd-to-3)

## Best For

- startech enthusiasts

## Why This Product

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

## Key Features

- • **IT-Pro Trusted Durability:** Backed by 2 years warranty and 24/5 expert support for peace of mind.
- • **Cool & Reliable Performance:** Vented enclosure keeps your drives running cooler under pressure.
- • **Blazing Fast SATA III Speeds:** Unlock up to 6 Gbps transfer rates for lightning-quick data access.
- • **Tool-less, Snap-In Convenience:** Spring latch door design means no tools, no downtime—just plug and play.
- • **Seamless 2.5in to 3.5in Upgrade:** Transform your compact SSD/HDD into a full-sized powerhouse without hassle.

## Overview

The StarTech.com 25SATSAS35 is a sleek, tool-less 2.5in to 3.5in SATA/SAS hard drive converter that supports up to 15mm drive height and SATA III speeds of 6 Gbps. Designed for IT professionals, it features a vented enclosure for optimal cooling, easy installation with a spring latch door, and broad compatibility with SATA and SAS SSDs/HDDs. Backed by a 2-year warranty and lifetime multilingual support, it’s the smart choice for upgrading storage bays effortlessly.

## Description

The 25SATSAS35 2.5-inch SATA/SAS to 3.5-inch SATA Hard Drive Converter converts a 2.5-inch SATA or SAS hard drive (HDD) or solid state drive (SSD) into a 3.5-inch form factor SATA Hard Drive.  The converter provides a versatile solution for 2.5-inch drive installations, enabling you to install a 2.5-inch SATA/SAS drive in a 3.5-inch bay, drive drawer caddy/tray, or into a 3.5-inch drive enclosure.  To maximize performance and utilize the full speed potential of your SATA III hard drives, this HDD Backplane supports SATA III for transfer speeds up to 6 Gbps when paired with compatible controller.  Suitable for drives with a height of up to 15mm, virtually any 2.5-inch SATA or SAS hard drive can be made to look and function like a 3.5-inch hard drive. The drive converter includes mounting holes along the side and base, allowing you to mount the drive if needed, into a compatible system.  The Drive Converter features a trayless design for simple drive installation and removal, and is constructed of durable, yet lightweight plastics, with ventilation openings to aid air flow and help keep hard drives running cooler.  Backed by a StarTech. Compatible with: Plug and play and hot-swap compatible

## Features

- 2.5in TO 3.5in SATA ENCLOSURE: The 2.5in to 3.5in hard drive adapter enclosure mounts a 2.5in SATA or SAS hard drive (HDD) or solid-state drive (SSD) into a 3.5in front drive bay; Vented design enables heat dissipation for maximum performance
- VERSATILE FUNCTIONALITY: The 2.5in to 3.5in SATA adapter enclosure lets you substitute a 3.5in hard drive for a 2.5in SAS or SATA SSD/HDD in any application that would typically require a 3.5in drive form factor; Front Power Indicator LED
- TOOLLESS DESIGN: The hard drive converter enclosure fits directly into a standard 3.5in hard drive bay, including mounting points, and SATA connector locations; Toolless design with spring latch door facilitates convenient drive setup and access
- MAXIMUM COMPATIBILITY: This 2.5in to 3.5in hard drive adapter enclosure works with any 2.5in SAS or SATA HDD / SSD, up to 15mm drive height; Compatible with SAS I/II and SATA I/II/III drives
- THE IT PRO'S CHOICE: Designed and built for IT Professionals, this 3.5in hard drive enclosure is backed for 2 years, including free lifetime 24/5 multi-lingual assistance

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Hard Drive | External |
| Brand | StarTech |
| Series | 25SATSAS35 |
| Item model number | 25SATSAS35 |
| Operating System | OS independent |
| Item Weight | 4.8 ounces |
| Product Dimensions | 5.75 x 3.98 x 0.98 inches |
| Item Dimensions  LxWxH | 5.75 x 3.98 x 0.98 inches |
| Color | Black |
| Number of Processors | 1 |
| Hard Drive Interface | Solid State |
| Batteries | 1 A batteries required. |
| Department | accessories general |
| Manufacturer | StarTech.com |
| Language | English |
| ASIN | B00612XNSW |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Date First Available | November 4, 2011 |

## Product Details

- **Hard Disk Interface:** Solid State
- **Connectivity Technology:** SATA
- **Brand:** StarTech
- **Special Feature:** Durable
- **Hard Disk Form Factor:** 2.5 Inches
- **Hard Disk Description:** External
- **Compatible Devices:** Laptop, Personal Computer, Desktop
- **Installation Type:** Internal Hard Drive
- **Color:** Black
- **Specific Uses For Product:** Personal

## Images

![StarTech.com 2.5in SATA/SAS SSD/HDD to 3.5in SATA Hard Drive Converter - Storage bay adapter - 3.5" to 2.5" - black - 25SATSAS35 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81Qznrg9VeL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Will this work with a 7mm SSD?**
A: Should  have no issue. I am using a Samsung SSD 850 EVO 250 GB and is about 6mm thick. When I slot it in there is plenty of space to accommodate 7mm easily.

**Q: Is this enclosure covered in both sides? I want to use it as an external hard drive and I don't want only one side covered...**
A: Yes, it is closed on both sides. However, it was not meant to be used as an external drive, but it could be used that way. James

**Q: Can i use my existing ssd and add a second ssd and the computer will boot normally and see that i have two drives even if i use only one sata port?**
A: The 35SAT225S3R supports JBOD - (Just a Bunch of Disks) which will detect both drives independently. The host computer's SATA port must also support Port Multiplier which enables you to access more than one SATA drive from a single SATA connection. Atha, StarTech.com Support

**Q: Hi, i need to connect a harddisk dell constellation 2 sas 500gb p/n: 9rz264-150 to a sata port. is it possible with this part...? 1000 thks**
A: These shuttles did not work with any SAS drive I tried.  They only worked with SATA.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best thing smoking for adding a extra HD
*by K***E on April 25, 2020*

So I used this inside another bin assembly that held a Ultra slimm 9.5mm dvd drive on top and had a 3.5" opening beneath that would fit in the 5.25" single CD drive opening on my AKAI MPC 4000 se. I popped this beneath the DVD drive fit absolutely perfect and then I slapped a 1TB SATA HD inside it and done worked absolutely perfectly. An best thing is to remove HD simply open door and it ejects the HD just slightly so that when door is fully opened its hanging out about a half inch to just pick up and go and to connect HD back to in my case the MPC you simply lay the HD back in the slot slide in about 75% and as you close the door it has an internal mechanism that reattaches the HD to the system. So far now I've purchased about 6 or 7 of these for my own hardware and making kits to resell to other musicians not so tech savvy and just want it done so they start making beats.lol but 👍👍 up is what I give it for durable construction and how well it works.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fits great, works great
*by M***A on January 4, 2013*

This drive converter solves a big problem of mine. All my RAID arrays are outfitted with trayless 3.5" bays so incorporating 2.5" SSDs poses a major logistical problem. Even though a previous review reported poor fit, I bought one anyway just to test it out. Happily the SSDs fit perfectly into this converter, which in turn fit perfectly into the 3.5" bays. I've tested with about 2-dozen insertions into different bays, and the drive has fired up every single time. I've confirmed SATA III 6Gb/s operating speeds through the converter.The big advantage of these converters is they allow air circulation across the SSD. All the trayless 3.5" bays have rear-mounted fans that draw air from front to back, and these converters are designed in such a way as to make good use of this cooling air. This a big relief because even though SSDs (and regular 2.5" drives) are low-power, they can still generate enough heat in an enclosed space to cause damage.Out of curiosity, I tried fitting the converter into an internal 3.5" bay, and the holes were indeed a tad bit off (enough to have to break out a drill). Still more curious, I scrounged around and found 3 old cases with 3.5" floppy bays. Voila. The holes aligned perfectly and the fit was spot on. I guess the lesson here is if you're drill-challenged, find an old case with a 3.5" floppy bay.I like these converters so much, I'm buying a bunch more.Oh, one more thing, inserting and removing drives into the converter can get kind of sticky. It takes patience and gentle rocking motions.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent Product But Delivered in a PAPER BAG! Doesn't a good product deserve a box?
*by U***S on March 10, 2023*

Simple and easy to use. Just plug in your 2.5" disk (SSD or SATA) into the shell and your physical size is now that of a standard SATA hard drive. Thay call SATA drives 3.5 inches but they are actually 4 inches wide. This in turn can be plugged into a mobile rack like the Syba SY-MRA55006 5.25" Bay Tray Less Mobile Rack for 3.5" and 2.5". The only thing I've encountered that is "Twilight Zone" - The LED indicator light is on the rear of the box rather than the front. I guess if you were a little mouse you could craw inside the computer, and then be able to see the LED.

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