USB Type-B SuperSpeed ↔ SATA Data
Compatibility check and signal path analysis
Adapter Required
These connectors are not directly compatible. An adapter or converter cable is needed.
Recommended: USB Type-B SuperSpeed to SATA Data adapter
Signal Path
USB Type-B SuperSpeed
Family
USB
Form Factor
Square with extra pins
Pin Count
9
Reversible
No
SATA Data
Family
Storage
Form Factor
L-shaped flat
Pin Count
7
Reversible
No
Notes
USB Type-B SuperSpeed to SATA Data: 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 Type-B SuperSpeed (USB) and SATA Data (Storage) are from different connector families.