ABUS 85258900 USB 3.0 to SATA III Docking Station for 2.5 inch/3.5 inch HDD/SSD, Black

Accessing data from bare SATA drives can be a hassle—often requiring internal installation or multiple adapters. The ABUS 85258900 solves this with a simple, high-speed USB 3.0 docking station that connects any 2.5-inch or 3.5-inch SATA HDD or SSD directly to your computer, making data transfer, backups, and drive cloning effortless.

Who is it for

IT professionals, system builders, and home users who frequently work with multiple SATA drives. Ideal for data recovery, drive migration, or expanding storage without opening a PC case.

Main features

• USB 3.0 (5 Gbps) interface for fast data transfers, backward compatible with USB 2.0
• Supports both 2.5" and 3.5" SATA I/II/III hard drives and solid-state drives
• UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) support for enhanced performance with compatible systems
• Hot-swap capability: swap drives without rebooting
• Plug and play: no drivers needed on Windows, macOS, and Linux
• LED indicators for power and drive activity
• Includes 12V/2A external power supply for stable operation with 3.5" drives
• Durable black plastic housing with built-in SATA 22-pin connector

Specifications

• Host interface: USB 3.0 Type-A (USB 3.2 Gen 1)
• Device interface: SATA 6 Gb/s (SATA III)
• Supported drive types: 2.5" / 3.5" SATA HDD/SSD
• Data transfer rate: up to 5 Gbps
• SATA compatibility: SATA I, SATA II, SATA III
• UASP support: Yes
• Chipset: ASMedia ASM1153E
• Power supply: 12 V / 2 A external (included)
• Power connector: DC 5.5 x 2.1 mm
• LED indicators: Power, Access
• Hot swap: Yes
• Plug & Play: Yes
• OS compatibility: Windows 7/8/8.1/10/11, Mac OS 10.9 and above, Linux Kernel 3.19 and above
• USB cable length: approx. 0.5 m
• Material: Plastic
• Colour: Black
• Max drive capacity: No specific limit (OS dependent)
• Connector type (SATA): SATA 22 Pin (7+15) Receptacle

Tips

For best performance, ensure your system supports UASP and use a USB 3.0 port. Always eject the drive safely before removing it from the dock to prevent data corruption. The included power supply is necessary for 3.5" drives; 2.5" drives may work without it in some cases, but using it ensures stable operation.