StarTech.com USB3C2ESAT3 USB 3.0 - 5Gbps USB-C to eSATA Cable - 1m
Features
This USB-C™ to eSATA cable is an external drive adapter that gives you quick and easy access to an eSATA storage device through the USB-C or Thunderbolt™ 3 port on your laptop.
Connect an Optical Disk Drive to Your Laptop
Even if your laptop doesn't have eSATA ports, the USB 3.0 to eSATA cable makes it easy to connect it to an external storage device. The cable supports connections to standard SATA hard drives (HDD) and solid-state drives (SSD).
The cable also supports connections to optical drives (ODD), enabling you to connect a CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive to your laptop.
Efficiently Perform Drive-Management Tasks
The cable supports eSATA commands and functions such as SMART self-monitoring. It's also compatible with eSATA drive management hardware and software, such as backup utility software.
When connected to a storage device housing HDD or SSD drives, the USB-C to eSATA cable lets IT professionals connect to drives for:
- Data recovery
- Repairing failing drives
- Re-using or re-purposing old drives
- Running drive diagnostics
- Disk imaging
- Backing up and archiving drives to prevent data loss
- Transferring content between the drive and the laptop
The 1-meter cable lets you set up anywhere, enabling you to perform any one of these tasks in a lab, at someone's desk or out in the field. With plug-and-play installation, it's easy to connect on any operating system, without any extra software to install.
Applications
Connect an eSATA storage device to a USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 computer
Specifications
Technical Specifications
| Bus Type | USB 3.0 |
|---|---|
| Chipset ID | ASMedia - ASM1153E |
| Compatible Drive Types | SATA |
| Number of Drives | 1 |
| 4Kn Support | Yes |
| ATAPI Support | Yes |
| Hot Swap Capability | Yes |
| Max Drive Capacity | Currently tested with up to 10TB drives |
| Maximum Data Transfer Rate | 5Gbps |
| Port Multiplier | No |
| S.M.A.R.T. Support | Yes |
| TRIM Support | No |
| Type and Rate | USB 3.0 - 5 Gbit/seSATA (6 Gbps) |
| UASP Support | No |
| Drive Connectors | 1 - eSATA (7 pin, Data) Male |
| Host Connectors | 1 - USB Type-C (24 pin) USB 3.0 (5Gbps) Male |
| OS Compatibility | OS independent; No software or drivers required |
| Power Source | USB-Powered |
| Humidity | 40%-85%RH |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F) |
| Storage Temperature | -10°C to 70°C (14°F to 158°F) |
| Cable Length | 3 ft [0.9 m] |
| Color | Black |
| Enclosure Type | Plastic |
| Product Height | 0.5 in [12 mm] |
| Product Length | 3 ft [0.9 m] |
| Product Weight | 1.6 oz [45 g] |
| Product Width | 0.5 in [12 mm] |
| Brand | StarTech.com |
|---|---|
| Product Type | PC Peripherals > Cables > USB Cables |
| Weight | 0.032 kg |
| Warranty |
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Note:
Warranty period is as stated above unless the manufacturer has chosen to specify a longer period.
All warranties are return to base unless otherwise specified.
Shipping Information
- Free NZ-wide shipping on orders over $299
- Standard delivery 2–5 business days
- Rural delivery may take an additional 1–2 days
- Same-day dispatch for orders placed before 2pm (weekdays)
Returns Policy
- 7-day returns on unused items in original packaging
- Faulty or damaged products covered under warranty
- Contact our support team to initiate a return





