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StarTech SAT32MSAT257 mSATA to 2.5″ SATA Adapter
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116.35 AED136.49 AED (-15%)
Key Features:
• Converts mSATA SSD to standard 2.5" SATA form factor
• Supports SATA III 6 Gb/s full-speed operation
• Uses standard SATA data and power connectors
• Fits into 2.5" drive bays and backplanes
• Passive adapter with no drivers required
StarTech SAT32MSAT257 mSATA to 2.5″ SATA Adapter – in Dubai
Overview:
The StarTech SAT32MSAT257 is an internal storage adapter that converts an mSATA SSD into a standard 2.5-inch SATA drive form factor. It is designed for system builders, IT technicians, and engineers who need to repurpose mSATA SSDs in systems that only support conventional SATA drive bays.
It provides a direct SATA III 6 Gb/s interface, allowing the installed mSATA SSD to operate at full native speeds without protocol conversion overhead. The adapter mounts into standard 2.5-inch drive bays and connects using standard SATA data and power connectors, ensuring compatibility with desktops, servers, and storage enclosures.
The unit supports full-height mSATA SSDs and integrates into systems requiring legacy drive formats, including rack servers, embedded systems, and desktop workstations. It is commonly used in upgrade scenarios where mSATA drives are reused for boot drives or lightweight storage tiers.
Its compact enclosed design protects the installed SSD while maintaining proper alignment for SATA backplanes and drive cages. No drivers are required, as the adapter functions as a passive hardware interface.
A practical deployment includes reusing decommissioned mSATA SSDs in SATA-based systems or integrating mSATA storage into legacy infrastructure. It is not suitable for NVMe or M.2 SSDs, as it only supports mSATA form factor drives.
Typical Deployment Scenarios:
• Converting mSATA SSDs for use in 2.5″ SATA drive bays
• Reusing legacy mSATA drives in desktop or server systems
• Boot drive integration in SATA-only systems
• Embedded system storage adaptation
• Lab and test environments for SSD reuse
Technical Specifications:
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | StarTech |
| Part Number | SAT32MSAT257 |
| Product Type | mSATA to SATA Adapter |
| Supported Drives | 1× mSATA SSD (full-size) |
| Host Interface | SATA III 6 Gb/s |
| Drive Interface | mSATA (Mini SATA) |
| Form Factor | 2.5″ 7mm equivalent |
| Connector Type | SATA data + SATA power |
| Supported Protocol | SATA revision I/II/III |
| Material | Plastic enclosure |
| Hot Swap Support | Yes (system dependent) |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 60°C |
| Storage Temperature | -10°C to 70°C |
| Dimensions | ~100 × 70 × 7 mm |
| Weight | ~60 g |
| OS Support | OS independent |
Compatibility / Ecosystem:
- Drive Compatibility: mSATA SSDs only (no M.2/NVMe support)
- System Compatibility: Any system with 2.5″ SATA drive bay
- Interface Ecosystem: SATA 6 Gb/s backplanes and controllers
- Deployment Type: Internal storage conversion
- RAID Compatibility: Works within SATA RAID environments
Additional information
| Weight | 0.114 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 10 × 7 × 0.7 cm |
| Brand | StarTech.com |
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