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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IDE/ SATA Adapter

Product ID: 314621561

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USB A
Compatible devices
Desktop Laptop
Connector type
USB Type A
Item dimensions L x W x H
9.7 x 6.9 x
Specific uses for product
Hard Drive

⚡5 Gbps USB 3.0 speed

💾Supports up to 4TB HDD/SSD

🔌12V/2A stable power supply

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Description

💼 Unlock your data’s potential—fast, reliable, and ready when you are!

ONE TOUCH BACKUP - Instantly secure your precious files with a dedicated backup button—data safety made effortless.
BLAZING FAST TRANSFERS - Experience up to 5 Gbps USB 3.0 speeds—no more waiting on your data migration.
PLUG PLAY SIMPLICITY - No drivers, no hassle—just connect and recover your data in seconds, perfect for busy pros.
TRIPLE DRIVE COMPATIBILITY - Seamlessly connect 2.5"/3.5" SATA & IDE HDDs plus optical drives for ultimate versatility.
POWER STABILITY PROTECTION - 12V/2A adapter with on/off switch ensures stable power and prolongs your drive’s lifespan.

The Unitek SATA/IDE to USB 3.0 Adapter is a professional-grade external reader cable supporting 2.5"/3.5" SATA and IDE HDDs/SSDs plus optical drives. It delivers up to 5 Gbps transfer speeds with backward compatibility, includes a stable 12V/2A power adapter, and features one-touch backup and hot-swap functionality. Designed for seamless plug-and-play use, it supports drives up to 4TB and protects your hardware with an on/off switch, making it an essential tool for efficient data recovery and backup.

Specifications

ASIN	B00EHDTRJ6
Best Sellers Rank	#50,235 in Computers ( See Top 100 in Computers ) #127 in Computer Memory Card Adapters
Brand	Unitek
Color	USB A
Compatible Devices	Desktop, Laptop
Connector Type	USB Type A
Current Rating	2 Amps
Customer Reviews	4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (8,686)
Finish	Matte
Input Voltage	12 Volts
Item Dimensions	9.7 x 6.9 x 1.6 centimeters
Item Weight	7.2 Ounces
Manufacturer	Unitek
Mfr 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)
Smart Home Compatibility	Not Smart Home Compatible
Specific Uses For Product	Hard Drive, Optical Drive, Desktop, Laptop
Unit Count	1 Count

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