USB To Mini-SATA Converter For Raspberry Pi/development Boards

Introduction

Increase the data storage capacity of your Raspberry Pi or other development board, by connecting it directly to an mSATA drive. Perfect for custom projects and applications, this USB to mSATA converter supports all models of Raspberry Pi as well as other development boards.

Add storage capacity to your development board

This convenient USB 2.0 mSATA converter lets you overcome data storage limitations by enabling you to connect an mSATA drive through your board's USB-A port.

A convenient integrated solution

The USB to mSATA converter integrates seamlessly with your existing development board. It's the perfect addition for development-board based applications such as surveillance, media players and servers, digital signage and IoT/automation solutions. It allows you to utilize your mSATA drives with your development board, and take advantage of the small form factor of mini-SATA, ideal for applications with space limitations.

Easy to install

Compatible with SATA I, SATA II and SATA III drives, the converter is easy to install and doesn't require any device driver installation. It comes with a USB cable and all mounting accessories, including standoffs, so integrating it with your Raspberry Pi is fast and easy.

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Features

• Add an mSATA SSD drive to your Raspberry Pi development board to increase data storage
• Supports SATA I, II and III mSATA SSD drives
• USB 2.0 with data transfer speeds up to 480Mbps
• Supports mini-SATA drives (full size)
• OS independent with no device driver installation required
• Includes USB cable and mounting accessories for Raspberry Pi

Specification

Drive Connectors: mSATA (52 pin, Mini SATA) Slot

Host Connectors: USB Micro-B (5 pin)

Operating Temperature: 5°C to 50°C (41°F to 122°F)

Storage Temperature: -25°C to 70°C (-13°F to 158°F)

Humidity: 15% ~ 90% RH

Interface: USB 2.0

Bus Type: USB 2.0

Number of Drives: 1

Drive Size: mSATA (Full Size)

Compatible Drive Types: mSATA (Mini SATA)

Chipset ID: Renesas/NEC - µPD720231A

Shipping (Package) Weight: 100 g [3.5 oz]

Maximum Data Transfer Rate: 480 Mbps

Type and Rate: USB 2.0 - 480 Mbit/s

SATA III (6 Gbps)

MTBF: 5,077,966 hrs

Color: Red

Product Length: 65 mm [2.6 in]

Product Width: 55 mm [2.2 in]

Product Height: 11 mm [0.4 in]

Product Weight: 18.2 g [0.6 oz]

Power Source: USB-Powered

OS Compatibility: OS independent; No software or drivers required

Included in Package: USB to mSATA converter

USB-A to Micro-B cable

standoffs

nuts

screws

mSATA mounting screws

quick-start guide