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, IDE External Converter for Universal 2.5/3.5 HDD/SSD, One Touch Backup Function and Restore Software, Included 12V/2A Power Adapter

UNITEK USB 3.0 to IDE SATA Hard Drive Adapter Cable, IDE External Converter for Universal 2.5/3.5 HDD/SSD, One Touch Backup Function and Restore Software, Included 12V/2A Power Adapter

Product ID: 172019526

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

⚡5 Gbps USB 3.0 speed

💾Supports 3 HDDs simultaneously

🔌Stable 12V/2A power supply

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Description

💾 Unlock your data’s full potential—fast, flexible, and foolproof!

BLAZING FAST TRANSFERS - Experience ultra-responsive data moves with USB 3.0 speeds up to 5 Gbps, leaving USB 2.0 in the dust.
ONE TOUCH BACKUP MAGIC - Secure your data effortlessly with the included One Touch Backup and Restore software—because your memories deserve instant protection.
PLUG PLAY SIMPLICITY - No fuss, no drivers—just hot swap your drives and get instant access with intuitive LED status indicators.
TRIPLE DRIVE POWERHOUSE - Connect and operate up to three 2.5’’ or 3.5’’ HDDs/SSDs at once—maximize your multitasking and data recovery workflow.
ROCK SOLID POWER DELIVERY - Included 12V/2A power adapter ensures stable, reliable energy for even the most power-hungry 3.5’’ IDE drives.

The UNITEK USB 3.0 to IDE SATA Hard Drive Adapter Cable is a versatile external converter compatible with universal 2.5’’ and 3.5’’ HDDs/SSDs. It supports simultaneous connection of up to three drives, offers blazing USB 3.0 transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps, and includes a stable 12V/2A power adapter. Featuring plug-and-play functionality, hot swap support, LED activity indicators, and a one-touch backup software, it’s designed for seamless data access, backup, and recovery on desktops and laptops.

Specifications

ASIN	B00EHDTRJ6
Best Sellers Rank	8,499 in Computers & Accessories ( See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories ) 41 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 (8,697)
Input Voltage	12 Volts
Item Dimensions	9.7 x 6.9 x 1.6 centimetres
Item Weight	7.2 Ounces
Manufacturer	Unitek
Manufacturer Part Number	FBA_Y-3322
Model Number	Y-3322
Number of Items	1
Number of Ports	3
Package Quantity	1
Power Plug Type	Type A - 2 pin (North American)
Product Finish Type	Matte
Smart Home Compatibility	Not Smart Home Compatible
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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