--- product_id: 2136216 title: "StarTechcom USB 3.0 to IDE SATA Hard Drive Docking Station for 2.5/3.5\" Hard Drive - SuperSpeed Hard Drive Dock (UNIDOCK3U)" brand: "startech.com" price: "£113.53" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/2136216-startechcom-usb-3-0-to-ide-sata-hard-drive-docking store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # USB 3.0 SuperSpeed transfer Supports 2.5" & 3.5" SATA/IDE drives Universal power adapter included StarTechcom USB 3.0 to IDE SATA Hard Drive Docking Station for 2.5/3.5" Hard Drive - SuperSpeed Hard Drive Dock (UNIDOCK3U) **Brand:** startech.com **Price:** £113.53 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 💼 Dock into productivity with StarTech’s SuperSpeed hard drive hub! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** StarTechcom USB 3.0 to IDE SATA Hard Drive Docking Station for 2.5/3.5" Hard Drive - SuperSpeed Hard Drive Dock (UNIDOCK3U) by startech.com - **How much does it cost?** £113.53 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/2136216-startechcom-usb-3-0-to-ide-sata-hard-drive-docking) ## Best For - startech.com enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted startech.com brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Plug-and-Play Simplicity:** No drivers needed—works effortlessly across all major OS platforms, so you stay productive without the hassle. - • **Blazing Fast Data Transfers:** Experience up to 5Gbps USB 3.0 speeds with UASP support for seamless multitasking and rapid backups. - • **Dual Drive Docking Powerhouse:** Simultaneously connect and access two 2.5" or 3.5" SATA or IDE hard drives—perfect for pros juggling multiple projects. - • **Eco-Friendly & Compact Design:** RoHS certified with a sleek, space-saving form factor that fits perfectly on your desk without the bulk. - • **Global Ready with Universal Power:** Includes power adapters for NA, UK, EU, and AUS—stay connected wherever your career takes you. ## Overview The StarTech.com UNIDOCKU33 is a versatile external hard drive docking station supporting both 2.5" and 3.5" SATA and IDE drives. Featuring USB 3.0 with UASP for up to 5Gbps transfer speeds, it allows simultaneous access to two drives without software installation. Its compact, RoHS-certified design includes a universal power adapter compatible worldwide, making it an essential tool for professionals managing multiple storage devices efficiently. ## Description StarTechcom USB 3.0 to IDE SATA Hard Drive Docking Station for 2.5/3.5" Hard Drive - SuperSpeed Hard Drive Dock (UNIDOCK3U) ## Features - Brand StarTech, Model UNIDOCKU33 - Packaged Quantity: 1, Product Type: Drive Dock, Number of Total Expansion Bays: 2, Number of 2.5"/3.5" Bays: 2, Wireless LAN: No, UASP Support: Yes, Drive Interface: Serial ATA/600, - Host Interface: USB 3.0, Color: Black, Material: Plastic, Cooling Fan: No, Form Factor: External, Height: 2.8", Width: 5.1", Depth: 5.5", Weight (Approximate): 1.34 lb, - Package Contents: Universal docking station for 2.5/3.5in SATA and IDE hard drives - USB 3.0 UASP, 1 x USB 3.0 Cable, 1 x IDE 40 to 40 Pin Cable, 1 x LP4 Power Cable, 1 x 40 Pin + LP4 to 44 Pin IDE Cable, 1 x Universal Power Adapter (NA/UK/EU/AUS), 1 x Instruction Manual, - Environmentally Friendly: Yes, Environmental Certification: RoHS, Limited Warranty: 2 Year, ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Hard Drive | External | | Brand | StarTech | | Item model number | UNIDOCKU33 | | Hardware Platform | No | | Operating System | OS independent; No software or drivers required | | Item Weight | 1.34 pounds | | Product Dimensions | 7.28 x 4.72 x 8.27 inches | | Item Dimensions LxWxH | 7.28 x 4.72 x 8.27 inches | | Color | Black | | Flash Memory Size | 2000 | | Hard Drive Interface | USB | | Power Source | AC Adapter Included | | Voltage | 12 Volts | | Department | accessories general | | Manufacturer | StarTech.com | | Language | English | | ASIN | B005JFUI6M | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Date First Available | January 26, 2012 | ## Product Details - **Brand:** StarTech - **Color:** Black - **Hardware Interface:** USB 3.0 - **Compatible Devices:** Laptop - **Total USB Ports:** 1 - **Number of Ports:** 1 - **Item Weight:** 0.61 Kilograms - **Wattage:** 18.8 watts - **EU Spare Part Availability Duration:** 2 Years - **Global Trade Identification Number:** 00065030844840, 00065030859813 ## Images ![StarTechcom USB 3.0 to IDE SATA Hard Drive Docking Station for 2.5/3.5" Hard Drive - SuperSpeed Hard Drive Dock (UNIDOCK3U) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81aLWix9fCL.jpg) ![StarTechcom USB 3.0 to IDE SATA Hard Drive Docking Station for 2.5/3.5" Hard Drive - SuperSpeed Hard Drive Dock (UNIDOCK3U) - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81x0y9Eo+rL.jpg) ![StarTechcom USB 3.0 to IDE SATA Hard Drive Docking Station for 2.5/3.5" Hard Drive - SuperSpeed Hard Drive Dock (UNIDOCK3U) - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81bRN9ua-GL.jpg) ![StarTechcom USB 3.0 to IDE SATA Hard Drive Docking Station for 2.5/3.5" Hard Drive - SuperSpeed Hard Drive Dock (UNIDOCK3U) - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81ZcdZv15jL.jpg) ![StarTechcom USB 3.0 to IDE SATA Hard Drive Docking Station for 2.5/3.5" Hard Drive - SuperSpeed Hard Drive Dock (UNIDOCK3U) - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81bzhIARzeL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Valuable Utility Tool *by D***S on March 21, 2012* Purchased the StarTech USB 3.0 Docking Station from Amazon inorder to test hard drives and transfer info from one to another. Seems it expanded the things I can do with it. Here is a list of what its being used for now.1. Plug in a spare hard drive and do a PC backup using the StarTech as an external hard drive2. With the StarTech you can transfer data from an IDE to a SATA drive3. As an external drive, you can run diagnostics on a 3.5 or 2.5 Sata/IDE drive from your PC4. It Utilizes the speed of USB 3.0 for all back and forth data communicationsDon't know why I waited so long to purchase it! It has worked out perfectly for these tasks. Received the item quickly as always from Amazon. Highly recommend this product both as a tech accessory and external HD. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Simple to use and works - how much better can it get? *by P***N on November 19, 2013* After looking through many different brands I settled on this one as it had both IDE and SATA capabilities, and unlike most/many docking stations, had mostly positive reviews. It worked perfectly right out of the box, was simple to use, and included all the necessary parts, plugs, and cables needed for it to work. The only possible detractors are the power cord and USB cable could be a foot or two longer, but those aren't enough to give it less than the five stars it deserves. I was up and running with less than 10 minutes. Essentially a perfect user experience. ### ⭐⭐⭐ Great SATA to USB 3.0 speeds. IDE function is pure junk and pointless though. *by K***A on December 3, 2013* I am an IT technician so I purchased this for my workbench. I don't often need to transfer data from IDE drives anymore, but I bought this to consolidate my IDE to USB cable and single SATA USB 2.0 dock to this thing which is USB 3.0 and has the best of both worlds. Or so I thought.The SATA function works just fine and I was able to pop in several SATA drives and transfer at blazing 3.0 speeds no problem. But when I tried 5 different IDE drives on 3 different computers, the dock did not recognize the drives or Windows kept seeing some drives as unformatted. My old, simple IDE to USB connector cable and separate power adapter worked flawlessly for all 5 drives, each of which had data on them and were certainly not unformatted. I wouldn't buy this product for the IDE function at all. Besides, with the fact that IDE is pretty much as obsolete as floppy drives are, you might as well just buy the SATA-only docks and get yourself a really cheap $10 IDE to USE cable solution, as I have, for the increasingly rare times you do need to transfer stuff off of IDE drives. I think I will be eBaying this thing pretty soon. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/2136216-startechcom-usb-3-0-to-ide-sata-hard-drive-docking](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/2136216-startechcom-usb-3-0-to-ide-sata-hard-drive-docking) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-05-25*