⚡🧩 SATA • SATA Data Cable

The SATA-to-SATA data cable connects storage devices like SSDs, HDDs, and optical drives directly to the motherboard. It’s a 7-pin cable designed purely for data transmission—no power—making it essential for internal drive communication.
 
🔧 Cable Format
Connector Type: SATA 7-pin (Male) on both ends
Function: Data transmission only (no power)
Typical Lengths: 6" to 36" (angled or straight ends)
Variants:
Right-angle for tight builds
Locking latch for secure connection
Shielded for EMI reduction
 
🖥️ Compatible Devices
💽 2.5" and 3.5" SATA SSDs and HDDs
📀 SATA optical drives (DVD, Blu-ray)
🧠 Motherboards with SATA ports
🧰 SATA duplicators, RAID controllers, and hot-swap bays
 
✅ Common Uses
🔄 Connect internal drives to motherboard SATA ports
🧩 Enable boot drive or secondary storage access
🛠️ Link optical drives for media playback or burning
📦 Interface with RAID setups or drive cages
🧪 Hot-swap drives in supported systems
 
🧠 Signal Format Notes
SATA Data: 7-pin interface using differential signaling
Transfer Rates:
SATA I: 1.5 Gb/s (150 MB/s)
SATA II: 3.0 Gb/s (300 MB/s)
SATA III: 6.0 Gb/s (600 MB/s)
⚡ Backward compatible across generations
🔌 Requires separate SATA power cable (15-pin)
 
⚠️ Things to Watch Out For
🔥 Cable quality affects signal integrity—use shielded cables for high-speed drives
📏 Avoid excessive bending or tension—can damage connectors
🧯 Right-angle connectors may block adjacent ports in tight layouts
🧪 SATA data cables do not supply power—must pair with SATA power cable
 
🛠️ Quick Tips for Beginners
🔍 Match SATA version to drive and motherboard for optimal speed
🧭 Use locking cables for vibration-prone environments
🧰 Label cables in multi-drive setups to avoid confusion
🧪 Keep spare cables in your build kit—they’re small but essential
🧯 Always pair with a SATA power cable—data alone won’t boot a drive