- Is this cable shielded?
- No. It is an unshielded SATA data cable. Shielded cables cost more but can help in cases with heavy electrical noise.
- Will it fit a 2.5-inch SSD and a desktop motherboard?
- Yes, it uses standard SATA data connectors, which fit SATA hard drives, SSDs and optical drives as well as motherboard SATA ports.
- Does it carry power to the drive?
- No. It is a data cable only. The drive still needs a separate SATA power cable from the power supply.
- Are the connectors straight or angled?
- Both ends are straight, not right-angled. In a tight corner a right-angle cable may fit better.
- How long is it?
- About 18 inches, or roughly 1.5 feet, which covers most internal drive-to-motherboard runs.
- Is it worth choosing over a shielded or right-angle cable?
- If you just need a short, simple data link, it is fine. Choose a shielded or right-angle cable if you have tight bends or interference concerns.
- Where is the StarTech SATA-SATA cheapest?
- At Adorama, for $7.99, 53% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- What do buyers say about the StarTech SATA-SATA?
- Rated 3.9 out of 5 from 77 ratings.
- Where can I buy the StarTech SATA-SATA?
- 3 stores we checked sell it, including Adorama, Newegg, Best Buy.