USB to SATA Converter for Raspberry Pi and Development Boards
Connect any SATA device to your development board, to increase its data storage capacity and performance
Product ID: PIB2S31
- Connect your Raspberry Pi board to any SATA device: SSD, HDD, DVD-ROM, DVD-RW, CD-ROM, or CD-RW
- Supports SATA I, II and III
- USB 2.0 with data transfer speeds up to 480Mbps
- OS independent with no device driver installation required
- Includes USB cable and mounting accessories for Raspberry Pi
Overview
Increase the data storage capacity of your Raspberry Pi or other development board, by connecting it directly to a SATA-based drive. Perfect for custom projects and applications, this USB to SATA converter supports all models of Raspberry Pi as well as other development boards.
Add data storage and enhanced capabilities to your development board
This convenient USB 2.0 SATA converter lets you overcome data storage limitations by enabling you to connect a SATA drive or SATA optical drive through your board’s USB-A port. This enables you to access a wide variety of storage formats including solid-state drives or hard drives, DVD-ROM drives or CD-ROM drives.
A convenient integrated solution
The USB to SATA 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.
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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Applications
Increase data storage capacity and capabilities for Raspberry Pi development boards to create custom applications
Develop solutions for business applications, such as: surveillance; media applications, like news boards; simple servers to host a website or video; and IoT/automation solutions, such as lighting and temperature control
Create custom development-board based applications for home use
Technical Specifications
| Product Numbers | ||
|---|---|---|
| Ingram Finland | V933859 | |
| UPC Code | 065030866798 | |
| Warranty Information | ||
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | 2 Years | |
| Hardware | ||
| Bus Type | USB 2.0 | |
| Chipset ID | Renesas/NEC - µPD720231A | |
| Compatible Drive Types | SATA | |
| Interface | USB 2.0 | |
| Number of Drives | 1 | |
| Performance | ||
| ATAPI Support | Yes | |
| Maximum Data Transfer Rate | 480 Mbps | |
| MTBF | 6,481,043 hrs | |
| Type and Rate | USB 2.0 - 480 Mbit/s | |
| SATA III (6 Gbps) | ||
| Connector(s) | ||
| Drive Connectors | 1 - 7 pin SATA Data Plug | |
| Host Connectors | 1 - USB Micro-B (5 pin) | |
| Software | ||
| OS Compatibility | OS independent; No software or drivers required | |
| Power | ||
| Power Source | USB-Powered | |
| Environmental | ||
| Humidity | 15% ~ 90% RH | |
| Operating Temperature | 5°C to 50°C (41°F to 122°F) | |
| Storage Temperature | -25°C to 70°C (-13°F to 158°F) | |
| Physical Characteristics | ||
| Color | Red | |
| Product Height | 11 mm [0.4 in] | |
| Product Length | 66 mm [2.6 in] | |
| Product Weight | 7.6 g [0.3 oz] | |
| Product Width | 23 mm [0.9 in] | |
| Packaging Information | ||
| Shipping (Package) Weight | 70.4 g [2.5 oz] | |
| What's in the Box | ||
| Included in Package | 1 - USB to SATA converter | |
| 1 - USB-A to Micro-B cable | ||
| 2 - standoffs | ||
| 2 - nuts | ||
| 2 - screws | ||
| 1 - quick-start guide | ||
No additional drivers or software required.
Certifications
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Product Support
Drivers & Downloads
Frequently Asked Questions
Before You Buy
This device supports the ATA Packet Interface (ATAPI) protocol. ATAPI is required for optical drives, including CD-ROM drives, DVD-ROM drives, and Blu-ray players. Because this device supports ATAPI, optical drives are also supported.
