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product_id: 253294875
title: "StarTech.com IDE to SATA Hard Drive or Optical Drive Adapter Converter - 40-Pin PATA to 2.5\" SATA HDD/SSD/ODD Converter (IDE2SAT2)"
brand: "startech"
price: "$84"
currency: NZD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 6
category: "Star Tech"
url: https://www.desertcart.nz/products/253294875-startech-com-ide-to-sata-hard-drive-or-optical-drive
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region: New Zealand
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# Includes Molex power passthrough Supports HDD, SSD & Optical drives 40-pin PATA to 2.5" SATA interface StarTech.com IDE to SATA Hard Drive or Optical Drive Adapter Converter - 40-Pin PATA to 2.5" SATA HDD/SSD/ODD Converter (IDE2SAT2)

**Brand:** startech
**Price:** $84
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔄 Upgrade your vintage rig with modern speed and style!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** StarTech.com IDE to SATA Hard Drive or Optical Drive Adapter Converter - 40-Pin PATA to 2.5" SATA HDD/SSD/ODD Converter (IDE2SAT2) by startech
- **How much does it cost?** $84 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nz](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/253294875-startech-com-ide-to-sata-hard-drive-or-optical-drive)

## Best For

- startech enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted startech brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Premium Build Quality:** StarTech’s trusted durability ensures a reliable, one-and-done upgrade solution that outperforms cheap alternatives.
- • **Compact & Space-Saving Design:** Slim profile with parallel power adapter attachment fits tight setups and vintage consoles.
- • **Power Passthrough Convenience:** Integrated Molex passthrough lets you chain power to multiple devices, reducing cable clutter.
- • **Versatile Drive Compatibility:** Supports 2.5" SATA HDDs, SSDs, and optical drives for ultimate upgrade flexibility.
- • **Seamless Legacy Meets Modern Storage:** Effortlessly connect SATA drives to IDE motherboards without compatibility headaches.

## Overview

The StarTech.com IDE to SATA Adapter Converter (IDE2SAT2) bridges the gap between legacy 40-pin PATA motherboards and modern 2.5" SATA HDDs, SSDs, and optical drives. Featuring a compact design, integrated Molex power passthrough, and support for master/slave configurations, it delivers a reliable, high-quality solution for upgrading or repurposing older systems, including original Xbox consoles. This premium adapter ensures seamless compatibility and durable performance, making it the go-to choice for professionals seeking hassle-free storage modernization.

## Description

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Review: Have to be careful - This is for the bi directional Sata  IDE adapter. I only tested this by connecting IDE drives to my Sata only motherboard. It does what it's supposed to. 1/4 IDE drives were working and in excellent condition, the others were showing signs of head failure (clicking, freezing) which is probably due to the age of the drives and not the fault of this adapter. The way the adapter attaches to the drives is very tight and because of how far back it extends from the drive, it is very easy to snap off the ide connector on the drive if you're not extremely careful. You will have to attach the other cables beforehand to avoid stressing the hdd ide connector. Nearly everything you could possibly need is provided. A single Molex+ , Molex- and FDD power connector cable takes input molex from your power supply, the other molex connector goes into the drive and the FDD connector powers the Startech adapter itself. A sata cable (provided) then connects the adapter to the motherboard. If you don't have spare molex psu cables like i did, you will need a sata to molex adapter. The device itself has an led that sometimes lights up orange and other times red. It would have been nice if the manual indicated what these leds indicate especially with my faulty drives.
Review: This product is fantastic. Much better than the cheap options available on facebook. Upon receipt I was blown away by the weight of the product compared to the cheap one I was sending back. Typical Startech quality on full display here. The Good: - Works seamlessly in an original xbox to allow for the use of massive SATA drives (I used it to max out the 2TB limitation of the hardware) - Made with good materials - Includes a molex passthrough to chain the adapter between a source and another drive - Includes jumpers to allow master/slave/cable select - The power adapter attaches parallel to the board, freeing up space in otherwise craped situations The Bad: - Both sides of the board is left entirely exposed, inviting shorts. Would highly recommend taping off the back of the board, regardless of use - The power cable uses the mini-molex plug used by legacy floppy drives, meaning you need to use the included cable to power the adapter. Not a deal breaker, but extra, unnecessary, wires always suck The Ugly: - As opposed to a standard plastic ATA socket, this adapter uses a pin header. Your IDE ribbon will fit fine, but it seems to attach muss less sturdy This device is 300% of the price of competing cheap options, but it is largely worth it to have a one-and-done solution. If you're looking to upgrade your original xbox hard drive in 2021, you really can't go wrong with this.

## Features

- Connect your SATA Hard Drive or Blu-ray/DVD/CD-ROM Drive to an IDE motherboard
- IDE to SATA Adapter
- IDE to SATA Converter
- ATA to SATA Adapter
- PATA to SATA Converter

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00EOJNGC2 |
| Are Batteries Included | No |
| Batteries | 1 AAAA batteries required. |
| Best Sellers Rank | #22,275 in Computers ( See Top 100 in Computers ) #53 in Computer Memory Card Adapters |
| Brand | StarTech |
| Color | Black |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (5,093) |
| Date First Available | 23 August 2013 |
| Hard Disk Description | flash_memory_solid_state |
| Hardware Platform | Sata |
| Item Weight | 29 g |
| Item model number | IDE2SAT2 |
| Lithium Battery Energy Content | 2.6 Watt Hours |
| Lithium Battery Packaging | Batteries contained in equipment |
| Lithium Battery Weight | 5 Grams |
| Manufacturer | STARTECH.COM |
| Number Of Lithium Ion Cells | 4 |
| Processor Count | 1 |
| Product Dimensions | 7.62 x 2.03 x 2.29 cm; 29 g |
| Series | 40-Pin IDE PATA to SATA Adapter Converter for HDD/SSD/ODD |
| Standing screen display size | 2.5 Inches |
| Wattage | 50 watts |

## Product Details

- **Colour:** Black
- **Compatible devices:** Desktop
- **Connector type:** SATA
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 7.6 x 2 x 2.3 centimeters
- **Specific uses for product:** personal

## Images

![StarTech.com IDE to SATA Hard Drive or Optical Drive Adapter Converter - 40-Pin PATA to 2.5" SATA HDD/SSD/ODD Converter (IDE2SAT2) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71J7B47osZL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size, Style** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Have to be careful
*by C***R on 4 January 2023*

This is for the bi directional Sata <> IDE adapter. I only tested this by connecting IDE drives to my Sata only motherboard. It does what it's supposed to. 1/4 IDE drives were working and in excellent condition, the others were showing signs of head failure (clicking, freezing) which is probably due to the age of the drives and not the fault of this adapter. The way the adapter attaches to the drives is very tight and because of how far back it extends from the drive, it is very easy to snap off the ide connector on the drive if you're not extremely careful. You will have to attach the other cables beforehand to avoid stressing the hdd ide connector. Nearly everything you could possibly need is provided. A single Molex+ , Molex- and FDD power connector cable takes input molex from your power supply, the other molex connector goes into the drive and the FDD connector powers the Startech adapter itself. A sata cable (provided) then connects the adapter to the motherboard. If you don't have spare molex psu cables like i did, you will need a sata to molex adapter. The device itself has an led that sometimes lights up orange and other times red. It would have been nice if the manual indicated what these leds indicate especially with my faulty drives.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by C***R on 14 January 2021*

This product is fantastic. Much better than the cheap options available on facebook. Upon receipt I was blown away by the weight of the product compared to the cheap one I was sending back. Typical Startech quality on full display here. The Good: - Works seamlessly in an original xbox to allow for the use of massive SATA drives (I used it to max out the 2TB limitation of the hardware) - Made with good materials - Includes a molex passthrough to chain the adapter between a source and another drive - Includes jumpers to allow master/slave/cable select - The power adapter attaches parallel to the board, freeing up space in otherwise craped situations The Bad: - Both sides of the board is left entirely exposed, inviting shorts. Would highly recommend taping off the back of the board, regardless of use - The power cable uses the mini-molex plug used by legacy floppy drives, meaning you need to use the included cable to power the adapter. Not a deal breaker, but extra, unnecessary, wires always suck The Ugly: - As opposed to a standard plastic ATA socket, this adapter uses a pin header. Your IDE ribbon will fit fine, but it seems to attach muss less sturdy This device is 300% of the price of competing cheap options, but it is largely worth it to have a one-and-done solution. If you're looking to upgrade your original xbox hard drive in 2021, you really can't go wrong with this.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by K***Y on 20 June 2024*

Najważniejsze, że ze starym kontrolerem IDE nowy napęd DVD działa, co prawda jeden - tak jakby przejściówka zapisywała sobie go (ten pierwszy napęd podpięty do niej) w pamięci i już żadnego innego nie chciała rozpoznać (jakaś metoda na jej reset?).

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*Last updated: 2026-03-12*