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User Manual
SATA or IDE 3-in-1 (5.25”, 3.5”, 2.5”)to USB2.0 Cable Converter Adapter RCW608
SATA or IDE 3-in-1 (5.25”, 3.5”, 2.5”)to USB2.0 Cable Converter Adapter
Included in the Kit
The USB to SATA/IDE Cable Adapter Complete Kit includes the items listed below.
1. USB to SATA/IDE Cable Adapter
The Cable Adapter is powered from USB bus. It can connect to three different types of
drive mechanisms. SATA Drives connect to the small SATA patch cable. IDE Drives connect
through the 2.5” connector or the 3.5”, 5.25” connector.
2. Dual Output Drive Power Supply
The Dual Output Power provides standard 4 pin power output and new SATA power output
switched connectors. Plug the drive mechanism in and then turn the switched power
connector on.
3. AC Power Cable
Uses standard IDC connector connect to AC outlet. Generic international cables can be
substituted for 100-240v operation.
Cable Adapter Features
The USB Universal Cable Adapter provides three different drive connectors. The 7 pin connector
allows any SATA mechanism to be used. The 2.5” IDE connector works with all small laptop
mechanisms. The 3.5” or 5.25” large IDE connector provides connectivity to all IDE/ATA ATAPI
type mechanisms. These mechanisms should be set to (master without a slave) in order to
function properly. The USB 2.0 connector is backwards compatible with slower version 1.1
Power Supply Features
The Switched Dual Output Power Supply provides two switched power connectors. The first is
SATA Power for any SATA drive mechanism. The second is 4 Pin IDE Power which is used on all
3.5” and 5.25” drive mechanisms. Simply plug the connector into the drive mechanism and turn
the power on. The green LED indicates that the power is being supplied to the drive. The IEC
power cable provides easy connection to any AC outlet.
Connecting to the USB Bus
The Universal USB to SATA /IDE Cable Adapter connects to most USB1.1 or USB 2.0 ports. Since
USB is hot-pluggable you can connect to any port at any time, computer power on or power off
makes no difference in the operation.