StarTech.com USB to SATA Converter for Raspberry Pi

This Raspberry Pi HAT from StarTech.com is a type of expansion board that adds storage to your Raspberry Pi compact computer. A versatile USB A port lets you connect to SATA-based storage drives and optical drives to quickly expand your storage capacity. You can use the unit for development board applications, from surveillance to automation solutions.

Broad compatibilitySupports storage formats including SATA I, II and III drives, solid-state and hard drives, DVD-ROMs and CD-ROMs.
Ready to mountSupplied with all the parts you need for quick installation onto your existing board.

• USB 2.0 technology for data transfer speeds up to 480Mbps
• Mean time between failures of 6,481,043 hours for long-term reliability
• Operating temperature range of +5°C to +50°C to suit a broad range of environments

StarTech USB to SATA converter increase the data storage capacity of Raspberry Pi or other development board, by connecting it directly to a SATA-based drive. Perfect for custom projects and applications, this USB to SATA converter supports all models of Raspberry Pi as well as other development boards.

• USB to SATA converter
• USB-A to Micro-B cable
• standoffs
• nuts
• screws
• quick-start guide

Will I need additional software?The product doesn't need additional driver software thanks to its simple plug-and-play setup.