Will this power 2.5" SATA drives via USB only and not require the power supply?

I am wondering the same question, but I would find it strange that the power supply would be needed for a 2.5" drive. 2.5" (laptop) drives run at 5V (same as USB). The power supply is a 12V power supply (which is what all 3.5" drives need: 12V power, thus they aren't able to be powered by USB). Every other adapter like this I have seen and used did NOT require the power supply for 2.5" drives. So, it is possible the power is needed, but it seems strange to me that it would be required.

does it work with External hard drives

if you pull the external hard drive from its case it will work unless the internal hard drive uses an older PATA (EIDE) connector instead of SATA, anything from 2006 and above should have an SATA connector generally speaking.

Does this device support reporting of smart disk performance information back to the host?

No. So sorry that we have no product can support reporting s.m.a.r.t (smart) drive information back to the host. Any questions please contact us by mail. Unitek Customer Service Team support_us@unitek-products.com

Can i use this to connect an external drive to a home network drive? i have google wifi so i can't connect directly to the router.

You can connect to anything that will accept a USB 3.0 or USB 2 external hard drive. You will have to check the information that came with your home network drive to determine whether or not that home network drive is compatible with an external USB drive.

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UNITEK USB 3.0 to IDE SATA Hard Drive Adapter Cable for 2.5/3.5 HDD/SSD

UNITEK USB 3.0 to IDE SATA Hard Drive Adapter Cable for 2.5/3.5 HDD/SSD

Product ID: 172019526

Details

Colour
Murky black
Compatible devices
Desktop Laptop
Connector type
sata usb 3.0
Item dimensions L x W x H
9.6 x 6.9 x
Specific uses for product
Desktop Hard

⚡6 Gbps SATA III speed

🔄Hot-swap & One Touch Backup

🔌Stable 12V/2A power supply

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Description

🔗 Unlock your storage potential with speed, power, and simplicity!

POWER YOU CAN TRUST 🔋 - Includes a dedicated 12V/2A power adapter ensuring stable, uninterrupted operation for 3.5" IDE drives.
BLAZING FAST TRANSFERS ⚡ - Experience up to 6 Gbps data speed with SATA III compatibility for lightning-quick backups and restores.
ONE TOUCH BACKUP MAGIC 💾 - Integrated backup software lets you safeguard your data instantly with a single button press—never miss a beat.
PLUG PLAY CONVENIENCE 🔌 - Hot-swap ready with an intuitive On/Off switch and LED indicators for effortless drive management.
UNIVERSAL DRIVE COMPATIBILITY 🔄 - Seamlessly connect 2.5"/3.5" SATA & IDE HDDs/SSDs plus optical drives with dual-head IDE and SATA connectors.

The UNITEK USB 3.0 to IDE SATA Hard Drive Adapter Cable is a versatile, plug-and-play solution designed for professionals needing fast, reliable access to 2.5"/3.5" SATA and IDE HDDs/SSDs. Supporting up to 6 Gbps transfer speeds via SATA III and equipped with a stable 12V/2A power adapter, it enables simultaneous connection of two drives and features a one-touch backup function for effortless data protection. Ideal for desktop and laptop users seeking efficient data migration and drive management.

Specifications

ASIN	B00EHDTRJ6
Best Sellers Rank	9,157 in Computers & Accessories ( See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories ) 26 in SATA Cables
Brand Name	UNITEK
Colour	Murky black
Compatible Devices	Desktop, Laptop
Connector Type	sata, usb 3.0
Country of Origin	China
Current Rating	2 Amps
Customer Reviews	4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (8,874)
Input Voltage	12 Volts
Item Dimensions	9.6 x 6.9 x 1.6 centimetres
Item Weight	7.2 Ounces
Manufacturer	Unitek
Manufacturer Part Number	FBA_Y-3322
Model Number	Y-3322A
Number of Items	1
Number of Ports	3
Package Quantity	1
Power Plug Type	Type A - 2 pin (North American)
Product Finish Type	Matte
Specific Uses For Product	Desktop Computer, Hard Disk Drive (HDD), Laptop Computer, Optical Drive, Solid State Drive (SSD)
Unit Count	1.0 count

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