9 best apple sata cables

Apple SATA cables refer to the cables used in Apple computers to connect storage drives, such as hard disk drives (HDDs) or solid-state drives (SSDs), to the motherboard. Here are some key points related to Apple SATA cables in the context of laptop replacement parts, computer components, and electronics:

  1. Function:

    • SATA (Serial ATA) cables are essential for connecting storage devices to the motherboard of a computer. They facilitate the transfer of data between the storage drive and the computer system.

  2. Compatibility:

    • Apple SATA cables are designed specifically for Apple computers, ensuring compatibility with the unique configurations and form factors of Apple devices.

  3. Types of SATA Cables:

    • SATA cables come in different versions, such as SATA I, SATA II, and SATA III, with varying data transfer speeds. The choice of cable depends on the capabilities of the storage device and the motherboard.

  4. Data Transfer Speeds:

    • SATA III is the latest and most common version, offering data transfer speeds of up to 6 gigabits per second (Gbps). This high speed is beneficial for modern storage devices that can take advantage of faster data transfer rates.

  5. Connector Types:

    • SATA cables typically have two connectors: one for the motherboard (usually a straight or L-shaped connector) and another for the storage drive. The connectors are designed to ensure a secure and reliable connection.

  6. Replacement Parts:

    • Apple SATA cables may be purchased as replacement parts for damaged or malfunctioning cables in Apple laptops. Replacement cables should match the specifications of the original cable to ensure proper functionality.

  7. Upgrading Storage:

    • Users might purchase Apple SATA cables when upgrading the internal storage of their Apple computers. This is common when transitioning from an HDD to an SSD for improved performance.

  8. DIY Repairs:

    • Some individuals prefer to perform do-it-yourself (DIY) repairs or upgrades on their Apple laptops, and replacing a SATA cable may be part of such projects.Proper care and knowledge of the specific model are crucial when attempting DIY repairs.

  9. Length and Design:

    • The length of the SATA cable is a consideration, especially in cases where cable management is essential. Some cables may also have features like locking mechanisms to ensure a secure connection.

  10. Spare Parts:

    • It's not uncommon for users to keep spare SATA cables on hand, especially if they frequently work with computer hardware or if they anticipate the need for future upgrades or repairs.

When purchasing Apple SATA cables, it's crucial to verify compatibility with the specific Apple laptop model and the type of storage drive being used. Additionally, handling static electricity properly and taking necessary precautions during installation are important for maintaining the integrity of the components.

Below you can find our editor's choice of the best apple sata cables on the market
  

Micro SATA Cables NGFF M.2 PCIe SSD Card as 2013 2014 2015 MacBook SSD

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Product description

NGFF M.2 PCIe SSD Card as 2013 2014 2015 MacBook SSD

ST-NGFF2013 NGFF M.2 PCIe SSD Card as 2013 2014 2015 MacBook SSD is used to convert NGFF M.2 PCIe SSD as 2013-2014 MACBOOK AIR/PRO Retina SSD.

Specifications and Features:

Support Following M.2 (NGFF) PCI-e SSD:

  • Samsung XP941 (MZHPU128HCGM MZHPU256HCGL MZHPU512HCGL)
  • Samsung SM951 PCIE-AHCI (MZHPV128HDGM MZHPV256HDGL MZHPV512HDGL)
  • Kingston SHPM2280P2/ 240G/ 480G

Only supports the following NGFF PCIe SSD in 2016-2017 year MACBOOK

  • PM951 PCIE-NVME (MZFLV128HCGR MZFLV256HCHP MZFLV512HCJH),
  • 950 PRO (MZVKV256 MZVKV512),
  • 960 EVO (MZ-V6E250BW MZ-V6E500BW,MZ-V6E1T0BW) ,....other nVME SSD

Can replace SSD modules from following :

  • 11 "Air Mid 2013, A1465 (MD711.MD712)
  • 13 "Air Mid 2013, A1466 (MD760.MD761);
  • 13 "PRO Retina Late 2013, A1502 (ME864, ME865, ME866)
  • 15 "PRO Retina Late 2013, A1398 (ME293, ME294, ME874)

Replace following SSD modules:

  • Samsung MZ-JPU128T / 0A2, MZ-JPU256T / 0A2, MZ-JPU512T / 0A2, MZ-KPU1TOT / 0A2, MZ-JPV1280, Sandisk SD6PQ4M-128G, SD6PQ4M-256G

No need extra power adapter and any drivers.

Torx T5 /P5 1.2mm Pentalobe Screwdriver make it easier to open back case and replace SSD.

NOTE : Prepare USB disk driver before using the adapter.You can learn how to Create a Mac Flash recovery drive from here: http://www.macworld.co.uk/how-to/mac-software/create-mac-flash-recovery-drive-for-emergencies-3499802/.

Micro SATA Cables PN #  M2-1347-APL

  • ST-NGFF2013 NGFF M.2 PCIe SSD Card as 2013 2014 2015 MacBook SSD is used to convert NGFF M.2 PCIe SSD as Apple 2013-2014 MACBOOK AIR/PRO Retina SSD.
  • Micro SATA Cables PN# M2-1347-APL
  • Authentic only if sold by Micro SATA Cables.
  • Categories: Apple SSD Adapter, Drive Adapters, Drive Converters, M.2 / M.3 / NVME

User questions & answers

Question: Does it support the following samsung ssd? samsung pm961 m.2 ngff pcie gen 3.0 x4, nvme ssd
Answer: I have only used PCIe 2 x4 and only a small number of specific drives from specific manufacturers, not v3.0. this might be of some use - https://www.ifixit.com/Answers/View/225849/SSD+upgrade+to+largerOWC is a great link in my info chain, little out of my league$ but they operate in the brand-very new Apple mod arena, and given your request you know how empty that arena is. Hope it helps, good luck, I would like to know what you find out...

Bfenown Replacement HDD SATA SSD Hard Drive Disk Connector Cable with IR/Sleep for MacBook Pro Unibody 13 A1278 2012 923-0741 923-0104 821-1480-A MD101 MD102

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Product description

Bfenown Replacement HDD SATA SSD Hard Drive Disk Connector Cable with IR/SLEEP for MacBook Pro Unibody 13 A1278 2012 923-0741 923-0104 821-1480-A MD101 MD102

  • Replacement for Macbook Pro 13" inch 2012 A1278 (not fit 2008 2009 2010 2011)
  • Replacement Model Number: 821-1480-A 923-00975
  • Replacement with macbook pro 13'' a1278 MD101 MD102 2012

Whizzotech SATA Cable - USB 3.0 to 2.5" SATA III Hard Drive Adapter Cable SSD HDD with UASP for Windows 10 Mac OS 1.5ft

Whizzotech

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  • Access any 2.5" hard drive or solid state drive from any USB enabled computer, for data migration or drive cloning
  • Software/OS Compatibility: Windows XP (32/64-bit)/ Server 2003 (32/64-bit)/ Server 2008 R2/ Vista (32/64-bit)/ 7 (32/64-bit)/ 8/8.1 (32/64-bit) Mac OS X, Linux
  • Back up important data to an external storage device. Retrieve data from an old SATA drive
  • Create an external storage solution on the go, for desktops, laptops or Ultrabook computers. Use with an SSD drive to externally upgrade your laptop hard drive via USB 3.0
  • Note - Cable will work only with 2.5" SATA drives, no need power adapters. 3.5"/5.25" drives are not supported

User questions & answers

Question: Does this work with any optical drives for Blu-ray burners
Answer: nolt sure
Question: Would this let me extract info from the hard drive of my old computer
Answer: It most definitely will.
Question: Will this work for Apple products
Answer: Yes if your PC has a USB port, and make sure your hard drive is 2.5''.
Question: Can i clone a large hdd hard drive onto a smaller ssd drive if the data doesn't exceed the smaller drive's capacity
Answer: The cable doesn’t work, once you plug it into the PCs and your Hdd has been connected also, the pc won’t show the Hdd and if you go to Computers Managment it will show you Hdd s But Once the Hdd connect to the cable it will say no media

UGREEN SATA to USB C Adapter Cable for 2.5" SSD and HDD Hard Drive 5Gbps SATA III UASP Thunderbolt 3 Compatible with Samsung Seagate WD Hitachi Toshiba MacBook Pro Air XPS 13 15 ThinkPad X1

UGREEN

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  • Simplify the Data Transmission: UGREEN SATA to USB C Adapter can easily connect a 2.5" SATA SSD or HDD with your USB-C equipped computer to expand storage, upgrade system, back up files, retrieve and recover data, and transfer data. It is awsome for booting up old spare hard disks and recovering important files of broken PC.
  • Super Fast Speed: With standard USB C 3.1 Gen 1 and SATA III connectors ready, it supports super data transfer speed of 5Gbps. Plus accelerated transmission protocols--UASP and TRIM, it performs 70% faster at reading and 40% faster at writing than conventional USB 3.0 when connected to a computer that also supports UASP. The advanced ASM1153E chipset greatly improves the performance of data transfer.
  • Convenient to Use: No need to install driver or install the SSD/HDD inside an enclosure, just plug and play. Supports Windows/Mac OS/Linux/Chrome OS laptops. Hot-swap supported. No request for extra power supply.
  • User-Friendly Design: The LED indicator lets you know the working status easily. The Auto Sleep Mode helps to extend the lifespan of your hard drives. The S.M.A.R.T function allows you to check the status of your HDD or SSD on computer easily. Built-in USB-C Cable allows it to work out of the box. Lightweight & slim design makes it a portable solution while on the go.
  • Tailored for 2.5" SATA HDD SSD: Fit with most 2.5" SATA III / II / I HDD (Hard Disk Drive) & SSD (Solid State Drive) up to 5TB, compatible with WD Blue SATA PC HDD 2.5, WD GREEN 2.5 SATA SSD, Seagate Barracuda 2.5, Seagate FireCuda, Samsung 860 EVO/850 EVO SATA III SSD, Crucial BX500/MX500, Kingston A400 SATA SSD, TOSHIBA TR200, PNY CS900, DREVO X1, Integral, HITACHI. What you get: 1x UGREEN SATA to USB 3.0 Adapter.

User questions & answers

Question: Does this work for a mac book air 2014 hard drive
Answer: The 2014 MacBook Air has USB-A ports, not USB-C. UGREEN makes a similar adapter that has a USB-A plug instead of USB-C.
Question: Can i use this board to copy the information from a macbook air hard disk
Answer: yes,but it only support SSD from 2012 year.which year is your macbook AIR? best regards sintech cn
Question: I have a samsung mz-jpu512t/0a6 ssd from a mid-2014 macbook pro with retina display, a1398-2881. will this work? one line of your description says i
Answer: no,this adapter only support 2012 to early 2013 year macbook Pro A1398 , the gold pins of SSD are different. best regards Sintech Electronicc
Question: will it support a B+M key M.2 ssd connected to win xp computer
Answer: no,it can't fit M.2 SSD,it only fit SSD from 2010-2011 year macbook air. For M.2 SSD,you should buy our part number: PAUB023+ST5105 . best regards sintech cn
Question: When the board is connected to a pc by the usb cable, both the blue and red light is on, does the board work correctly
Answer: yes,when SSD is reading, both LED will light on. best regards sintech cn

SATA PATA IDE Hard Drive to USB Adapter Converter Cable for Disk HDD SSD 2.5" 3.5" with AC Power Supply, Internal to External Laptop PC Mac File Data Transfer Reader Kit, Recovery Conversion Cord

SUMBLIME

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Product description



Hardware Install:

1. Confirm device is under master mode.

2. Connect SATA/ IDE connector to SATA/ IDE device.

3. Connect AC power to SATA/ IDE device.

4. Connect cable to USB port of computer.



Driver Install:

1. Window98: Insert Driver CD to CDROM and run X:\win98\setup.exe before you insert the cable to your computer.

2. Windows2000/ ME/ XP: You don't need to install any driver.

3. Mac 8.6 or higher: Copy Fene USB SATA/IDE_05E3_0702. sit to desk to desk to pand double click it to get driver file. Then copy the driver file to [System Folder][Extensions]. After that, connect cable to computer and reboot the system.



Components:

1. USB to SATA/ IDE cable: used to connect SATA/ IDE device to computer with USB port.

2. Power with 12V and 5V double channel output: used to supply power to SATA/ IDE device.



Package Includes:

1. USB to IDE/ SATA cable

2. SATA Cable/ SATA Power Connector

3. Power Adapter (AC110V-240V)

4. Power Cord

  • COMPATIBILITY -- SUMBLIME SATA to USB adapter is compatible with all existing IDE, ATAPI devices such as a CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD-ROM and 2.5”/ 3.5” IDE & SATA hard drives. Complies with ATA, ATAPI-66 Specification 1.0. Our hard drive to USB adapter supports Windows 98/ME/2000/XP/Vista and Mac OS.
  • APPLICATION -- Our SATA to USB adapter turns any standard IDE or SATA drive into a convenient external drive. You can connect to an external drive to add storage, perform backups and transfer files to your computer. This hard drive to USB adapter is so portable that you can tuck it away in a laptop bag.
  • HIGH SPEED TRANSFER RATE -- high speed transfer rate up to 480 MB/s with USB 2.0. Limit depend on the IDE device/SATA device and the driver.
  • USB INTERFACE -- The SATA to USB adapter fits USB 1.1, USB 2.0, USB 3.0. Full speed is 480 MB/s. (Backward compatible with USB 1.1)
  • EASY TO USE -- plug & play, no drivers needed. This SATA to USB adapter comes with an external power supply in case you do not have sufficient power from the computer. For power up the 5V/ 12V IDE/ ATAPI devices.

User questions & answers

Question: Will it let me transfer to a computer using a windows 8.0 operating system
Answer: Dear customers, This product works for the windows8.0 operating system.Thank you for your questions~ Daniel Splendid-store
Question: I have an old ata/ide drive from around 2005. can i use this to connect it to a windows 10 computer
Answer: Yes, it can.
Question: Need to go to a larger hard drive on my laptop will it transfer everything to a brand new harddrive
Answer: This allows you to attach a bare drive to an existing PC using the PC's USB port. You should be able to attach the new hard drive to the laptop with this adapter. Then you'd need to figure out how to migrate WIndows to the external drive and then install the new drive into the laptop.
Question: Does this unit have a us 110 power plug
Answer: Yes it has a 110-115 plug

HKCB HDD Hard Drive Flex Cable 821-0812-A Compatible with MacBook Pro A1286 15'' 2009 2010 2011

HKCB

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  • 1 x Hard Disk Drive Cable 821-0812-A
  • Fit for MacBook Pro 15" A1286 2009 2010 2011
  • Brand New and High Quality
  • Install Guide not in included. It needs some technique,Please find some skilled person or repair shop for help.
  • If you have any questions, please contact us directly.

User questions & answers

Question: Can this work with the 2015 model of pro
Answer: No since the 2015 Mac book pro uses an internal SSD that plugs in to a socket and doesn't need a cable. This particular cable is for early 2013 non retina and before 13" MacBook Pro. Best of luck.

BYEASY SATA/IDE to USB 3.0 Adapter, USB-A and USB-C Plugs Hard Drive Adapter for Universal 2.5"/3.5" Inch IDE and SATA External HDD/SSD with 12V 2A Adapter, Support 12TB for Windows and Mac OS HD02

BYEASY

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  • IDE/SATA Hard Drive Adapter: BYEASY USB 3.0/USB-C to SATA IDE converter allows you to connect 2.5"/3.5" IDE/SATA hard disks through USB port to the computer. It has a SATA connector and two IDE connectors (40pin and 44pin).
  • USB 3.1 Type-C & USB 3.0 Type-A Plugs Version: the combination of USB-A and USB-C is designed to allow one device to compatible with variety Apple MacBook Pro, Mac air, iMac, Surface Pro, Dell, HP, computer, laptops and other devices simultaneously. It can both compatible with windows and Mac OS.
  • Access to Three Drives Simultaneously: This USB SATA adapter enables access to all three HDD drives simultaneously or file transfer among the 3 drives. It supports 2.5 "/3.5" Sate HDD and SSD; 2.5"/3.5" Ide HDD; DVD-ROM, CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD-RW, DVD + RW.
  • Huge Capacity Supportive: up to 12TB capacity of the drives supported. The LED indicator of the USB to SATA SDD adapter can monitor the working status. Plug and play, Easy to use.
  • Package Contents: BYEASY SATA/IDE to USB-A/USB-C Adapter Hard Drive Cable 3.3ft(HD02), 12V 2A Power Adapter x1, 4PIN Power Cable x1; user Manual, 1-year and friendly customer service. Please feel free to Contact us at any time.

User questions & answers

Question: If I buy this will it have the firmware update already or will I have to update it myself
Answer: Thank you for your interest in BYEASY product. We have updated the firmware to the product. This product is plug and play and does not require additional updates.
Question: Will this device work with seagate momentus model st9120822a? have tried other adapters that will not work
Answer: No, this will not work on the Seagate Momentus model st9120822a. While the data connection on the BYEASY is IDE — the power connection is a standard molex power connector. The Seagate drive uses a 4-prong power connector. So while you could connect the BYEASY IDE data port to your drive, you would have no way to power it because the molex power cable won't connect to it. If you can find a 4-prong to molex power adapter, then the BYEASY should work just fine. But I have never seen that kind of adapter; however, that doesn't necessarily mean one doesn't exist. If your drive is in a functioning computer, the easiest way to transfer the data is to buy a USB thumb drive (256gb) and just copy your data to it. Note: It will take a long time to transfer the files if your hard drive is full and you are using a 2.0 USB port. (A 3.0 USB port would be a lot faster.) A 256 gb thumb drive only costs around $30. That's not much more than the BYEASY. If you want an exact (image) copy of your hard drive, I would clone it to the 256gb thumb drive and then clone that to your new hard drive. Any free cloning software you download off the internet should be able to do the job for you. Good luck, I hope this information helps. — Richie
Question: Has anyone tried this product with old optical cd drive on windows
Answer: I have, and it works fine.
Question: Images only allow ide... No sata
Answer: This is an IDE and sata to usb adapter. One of the photos can’t be seen clearly because of the angle. The details page has an introduction.

Product features

BYEASY SATA/IDE to USB 3.0 Adapter with USB-A and USB-C Plugs

Excellent technology

The advanced USB-C chip combination integration solution meets the various needs of computers and and the chip of the HUB was still stability when used for a long time. Multiple safety protection measures such as over-current protection, over-voltage protection and short circuit protection.

A stylish and portable accessory for your windows laptops, Macbook Pro or other USB C laptops.

Configuration introduction are in the following:

ide adapter with USB-A and USB-C plugs

Supports 2.5"/3.5" Inch IDE and SATA hard drivers data transfer. Read and write high-resolution.The combination of USB-A and USB-C is designed to allow one device to compatible with variety macbook pro, mac air, computer，laptop and other type-c devices simultaneously .

High compatibility

Supports 2.5"/3.5" Inch IDE and SATA hard drivers data transfer. Read and write high-resolution.It can be used for MacBook, Mac Pro/Mini, iMac, Surface Pro, Notebook, Dell inspiron , HP Pavilion ,Chromebook, Google Surface tablet, Lenovo ThinkPad ideapad, Laptops, pc, computer and More. XQD Cards that can be read include Snoy G/M Series, Lexar, Delkin, Nikon and more. Compatible with Windows 10/8/8.1/7 / Vista / XP and Mac OS X, Linux and Chrome OS. The USB 3.0 is backward compatible USB 2.0 and USB 1.1.

Power adapter and cables

A 12V 2A power adapter with UL certification is included in the product. Supports up to 12TB external hard disk.

USB-a and USB-C hub with 3.28 FT of wire, you can arrange your laptop or desktop workstation for maximum comfort and productivity.

YN-X USB 3.0 to 2.5” SATA III Hard Drive Adapter ，USB 3.0 to 22Pin SATA Adapter Cable, SATA to USB3.0 External SSD HDD Cable for 2.5 Inch SSD HDD SSHD Hard Disk Drive

YN-X

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Product description

Only Transmission SATA III SSD Hard Drive Can Reach Max 600M/s,Backward Compatible With II(3.0Gbps) and SATA(1.5 Gbps)



Operating system compatibility: Microsoft Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8 (32/64 bit), Windows 7 (32/64 bit), Windows Vista (32/64 bit), Windows XP (32/64 bit)B



Maximum performance and data transmission by USB 3.0 - optimal for large volumes of data

  • Only Transmission SATA III SSD Hard Drive Can Reach Max 600M/s,Backward Compatible With II(3.0Gbps) and SATA(1.5 Gbps)
  • Compatible with Windows XP/2003/Win 8/Win 7/Win 10Vista,Linux,Mac 10 OS
  • Without install the driver, plug and play
  • USB3.0 SATA interface,Stable Compatbility
  • USB 3.0 Super speed to SATA adapter cable / converter/ USB 3.0 SuperSpeed specification / downward-compatible with USB 2.0

User questions & answers

Question: I know it says 2.5", but why it wouldn't work on 3.25" hdd? isn't the connector the same? is the power requirement the only issue
Answer: Hello Friend, Thanks for your questions, yes, their connector are not same.not the power requirement issue, this adapter cable is use for 22 pin 2.5inch HDD normally for laptop HDD,but 3.25'' HDD normally for desktop HDD, SO the connector not same.

New 923-0741 Hard Drvie Cable 821-1480-A MacBook Pro Unibody 13 A1278 2012 MD101

Ronsit

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Product description

Features:

- Package: 1 x HDD Hard Drvie Cable

- Product Name: Pro 13" A1278 2012 HDD Hard Drive Cable

- New 100%

- Part Number: 821-1480-A

- Compatible with MacBook Pro 13" A1278 2012

-Compatible Model Number :

MD101LL/A,MD102LL/A

- Compatible Subfamily : MacBook Pro "Core i5" 2.5 13" Mid-2012

MacBook Pro "Core i7" 2.9 13" Mid-2012

  • New 100%
  • NEW HDD Hard Drvie Cable 821-1480-A Compatible with MacBook Pro Unibody 13
  • Part Number: 821-1480-A
  • Compatible Model: MacBook Pro 13
  • Compatible Model Number : MD101LL/A,MD102LL/A
    Compatible Subfamily :
    MacBook Pro

User questions & answers

Question: will this work in place of a 821-00698-A cable
Answer: I don't know what type of Mac computer you have. Click Apple Icon -> Click About this Mac and then get the type of mac and when it was made and copy and paste that in the search bar.
Question: Help! i have a 821-1480-a... mfc: 2203.02.... will this work
Answer: yup this is it, there are a couple different numbers. 821-1480-a is apples internal parts number.
Question: Will this cord work with an ssd drive
Answer: Yes, I have a 128GB SSD connected in my macbook pro 13. However, might recommend getting this cable off of ebay, there you can an OEM one brand new, for about $20. The one I got from amazon (likely the same seller) appeared used and was bent/damaged in a couple places and died after 9 months. My ebay-bought one has lasted almost a year and a half.
Question: will this work with ssd drive
Answer: There is no such thing as an SSD cable. Any cable that works with a 2.5" SATA hard drive will also work with a 2.5" SSD. Including the one that's already in your MacBook, assuming it's working.

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