Startech USB312SAT3 User Manual
Quick-start guide
USB 3.1 to SATA (6Gbps) Adapter for 2.5in/3.5in SSD/HDD
USB312SAT3
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Power
adapter port
LED
indicator
Packaging contents
• 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 to SATA adapter for 2.5 in. and 3.5 in. solid-state
drives (SSD) and hard disk drives (HDD)
• 1 x universal power adapter (NA/UK/EU/AU)
• 1 x quick-start guide
System requirements
• USB-enabled computer system with an available USB port
The USB312SAT3 is OS independent and doesn’t require any
additional drivers or software.
Note: To obtain the maximum USB throughout, you must use a
system with a USB 3.1 Gen 2 (10Gbps) port.
System requirements are subject to change. For the latest
requirements, please visit www.startech.com/USB312SAT3.
Introduction
The USB312SAT3 provides an easy way to access, transfer, and
back up data from a 2.5 in. or 3.5 in. SATA drive to your desktop or
laptop computer. The adapter also includes an integrated cable that
leverages the faster speeds of USB 3.1 Gen 2 technology.
Product diagram
SATA data and power
connector
Connect the adapter
Warning! Drives should be handled carefully, especially when they’re
transported. If you’re not careful with your drive, you may lose data
as a result. Make sure that you’re properly grounded by wearing an
anti-static strap when you install any computer component. If an
anti-static strap isn’t available, touch a large, grounded metal surface
for several seconds to discharge any built-up static electricity.
1. Connect a 2.5 in. or 3.5 in. SATA SSD or HDD to the SATA
connector on the adapter.
2. Connect the universal power adapter to the Power adapter port
on the adapter and an electrical outlet.
Note: You can use most 2.5 in. drives without connecting the
universal power adapter, as enough power is provided through the
USB connection.
3. Connect the integrated USB 3.1 connector to an available USB
port on your computer.
About driver installation
After you connect the adapter to your computer, the computer
detects the adapter and automatically installs the driver. You don’t
need to take any further action to install the driver.
Prepare a drive for use
USB 3.1 connector
For the latest information, technical specications, and support for
this product, please visit www.startech.com/USB312SAT3.
*actual product may vary from photos
Windows OS
If you connect a drive that already has data on it, after you connect
the adapter, it appears under My Computer or Computer with a
drive letter assigned to it.
If you install a brand-new drive that doesn’t contain any data, you
must prepare the drive for use.
Warning! When you complete the following steps, all of the data
on your drive will be deleted. If your drive has data on it that you
require, you should create a backup le or use a dierent drive.
1. Depending on the version of OS that you’re running, do one of
the following:
• On your desktop, right-click My Computer and click Manage.
• On your desktop, right-click Computer and click Manage.
• Click the Start button or Windows icon. Type compmgmt.msc
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and press Enter.
2. On the Computer Management screen, click Disk Management.
3. Locate the disk that is labeled as Unallocated. To conrm that the
drive is the correct one, check the drive capacity.
4. Right-click the section of the window that says Unallocated and
click New Partition.
5. To initialize the drive in the format of your choice, complete the
on-screen instructions.
When the drive is successfully installed, it appears under My
Computer or Computer with a drive letter assigned to it.
Mac OS
If you install a brand-new drive that doesn’t contain any data, you
must prepare the drive for use.
Warning! When you complete the following steps, all of the data
on your drive will be deleted. If your drive has data on it that you
require, you should create a backup le or use a dierent drive.
1. Do one of the following:
• In Spotlight, enter Disk Utility.
• Open Finder. Navigate to Applications and click Utilities.
Open Disk Utility.
2. Select the new drive and click the Partition tab.
3. Enter a name for the partition.
4. Click Apply.
The drive should now appear on your desktop and be accessible in
Finder.
Disconnect a drive
Warning! If you disconnect the drive before you receive a
notication that says it’s safe to do so, you could experience lost or
corrupted data.
Mac OS
1. Close any of the windows that list the contents of the removable
drive.
2. On the desktop, click the USB storage icon and drag it onto the
trash can icon on your desktop.
3. Wait ve seconds and then disconnect the USB cable from the
adapter and your computer.
About the LED indicator
The USB312SAT3 features a power and activity LED (green). The
LED can be seen on the end of the adapter farthest away from the
integrated USB cord. For more information, see the table below.
LED behavior Signicance
LED is illuminated The adapter is receiving power.
LED is illuminated and blinking The drive is being accessed.
Windows
1. On the task bar on your desktop, click the Safely Remove
Hardware and Eject Media icon.
2. Click Eject USB Device.
3. When the Safe to Remove Hardware message appears,
disconnect the USB cable from the adapter and your computer.
FCC Compliance Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment o and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modications not expressly approved by StarTech.com could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
Industry Canada Statement
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe [B] est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
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