UGREEN CM321 USB-C to 2.5 inch SATA HDD/SSD Converter Cable 5Gbps Black

Connect any 2.5-inch SATA hard drive or solid-state drive directly to your USB-C laptop, tablet, or smartphone with this high-speed converter cable. The UGREEN CM321 delivers USB 3.1 Gen 1 transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps, making it perfect for moving large files, backing up entire systems, or running applications straight from a bare drive. Tool-free and plug-and-play, it's an essential tool for IT professionals, content creators, and anyone who needs quick access to internal drives.

Advantages

Built around the ASMedia ASM1153E chipset, this adapter supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) and TRIM, reducing latency and preserving SSD performance over time. The integrated 20 cm USB-C cable is bus-powered—no external power supply needed for most 2.5-inch drives. A blue LED confirms power and data activity at a glance. The compact black ABS housing protects the SATA connector while remaining lightweight and portable.

Suitable for

• Cloning or migrating data from an old laptop HDD/SSD to a new computer
• Connecting a spare 2.5-inch drive to a USB-C laptop, tablet, or smartphone (OTG)
• Expanding storage for game consoles, routers, or media players that support USB mass storage
• Technicians and system builders who frequently test or deploy bare drives
• Users who need a fast, cable-only adapter without a bulky enclosure

Key specifications

• Host interface: USB-C male (USB 3.1 Gen 1, backward compatible with USB 2.0)
• Drive interface: SATA 7+15 pin female (supports SATA I/II/III)
• Maximum data transfer rate: 5 Gbps
• Maximum drive capacity: 6 TB
• UASP and TRIM support for optimal performance
• USB bus-powered, no external adapter required
• Cable length: 20 cm
• Material: ABS, PVC
• Colour: Black
• Plug and play, hot-swappable
• LED indicator: Blue
• Operating system compatibility: Windows, macOS, Linux, Chrome OS

Recommendations

For reliable, high-speed access to bare 2.5-inch SATA drives, the UGREEN CM321 offers a perfect balance of performance, portability, and ease of use. Its UASP and TRIM support ensure your SSD runs at full speed, while the tool-free design makes drive swaps effortless.