Newer Technology Universal Drive Adapter User Manual

The NewerTech Universal Drive
Adapter is designed to be used on a
temporary basis. This adapter does
not have an enclosure to protect the
drive from damage due to electrostatic
discharge. We recommend placing
the drive on a static-free work surface
when using it with the Universal Drive
Adapter. Another option is to use a
NewerTech ProtectaDrive, pictured below. By encapsulating your
drive with this protective sleeve you can help protect it from
impact, short circuits, and static electricity. NOTE: the cable shown
is not part of the Universal Drive Adapter kit and is not included
with the ProtectaDrive; it is shown for illustrative purposes.
Universal Drive Adapter
User Guide
Package Contents:
A. Universal Drive Adapter with captive USB 3.1 Gen 1 cable
B. Power supply and cable
C. Power converter
D. SATA power cable (converter to drive)
E. 4-pin power cable (converter to drive)
F. SATA data cable
Note: items not shown to scale.
Compatible Drives
• 2.5 inch and 3.5 inch IDE/ATA hard drives, and 5.25 inch ATAPI
optical drives.
• 2.5 inch and 3.5 inch SATA hard drives, and 5.25 inch SATA optical
drives. NOTE: Only compatible with full-height 5.25 inch optical
drives. Not compatible with slimline (i.e. laptop) optical drives.
Connections
USB 3.1 Gen 1:
Connect the Universal Drive Adapter to your computer using the
captive cable. (Backward compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1)
40-pin ATA:
Use this connector on the Universal Drive Adapter to attach 3.5
inch IDE/ATA hard drives and 5.25 inch ATAPI optical drives.
44-pin ATA:
Use this connector on the Universal Drive Adapter to attach 2.5
inch IDE/ATA hard drives.
SATA:
Use these cables to attach all drives that use a SATA connection.
LED
On the front of the Universal Drive Adapter there are two
multifunction LED indicators, showing both power and drive
activity. Each LED will display solid blue when the Universal Drive
Adapter is plugged into your USB port and drawing power. Each
LED will flash when data is being transferred through the Universal
Drive Adapter.
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D
E
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Newer Technology Universal Drive Adapter Specifications

General

Type	Universal Drive Adapter
Product Type	Drive Adapter
Interface	USB 3.0
Power Supply	Includes power adapter for 3.5-inch drives
Compatibility	2.5/3.5-inch Hard Drives, SSDs, and Optical Drives
Supported Drives	2.5" and 3.5" SATA and IDE drives
Operating System Support	Windows and Mac OS

Summary

Product Overview and Contents

Package Contents

Lists the components included in the Universal Drive Adapter kit.

Compatible Drives

Details the types of hard drives and optical drives supported by the adapter.

Connections

Explains how to connect various drive types and the computer to the adapter.

LED Indicators

Describes the function of the dual LED indicators for power and data activity.

Important Handling Precautions

Electrostatic Discharge Warning

Advises users to observe precautions for handling electrostatic sensitive devices.

Drive Connection Instructions

3.5" and 5.25" IDE/ATA/ATAPI Drives Setup

Step-by-step guide for connecting 3.5" and 5.25" IDE/ATA/ATAPI drives.

2.5" IDE/ATA Drives Setup

Instructions for connecting 2.5" IDE/ATA drives, including power considerations.

SATA Drives Setup

Procedure for connecting SATA drives using the provided power and data cables.

Troubleshooting and Support

Troubleshooting Steps

Guidance on verifying power, cable connections, and trying alternative USB ports.

Contact Information

Provides phone numbers, live chat, and email support for technical assistance.