USB Mini-A ↔ SD Card Slot
Compatibility check and signal path analysis
Adapter Required
These connectors are not directly compatible. An adapter or converter cable is needed.
Recommended: USB Mini-A to SD Card Slot adapter
Signal Path
USB Mini-A
Family
USB
Form Factor
Rectangular compact
Pin Count
5
Reversible
No
SD Card Slot
Family
Storage
Form Factor
SD full-size
Pin Count
9
Reversible
No
Notes
USB Mini-A to SD Card Slot: External storage enclosures and adapters bridge USB to various storage interfaces. USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 (20 Gbps) is fast enough for NVMe SSDs. The USB Mini-A (USB) and SD Card Slot (Storage) are from different connector families.