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product_id: 4270595
title: "StarTech IDE to CompactFlash SSD Card Reader for 3.5in Bay (35BAYCF2IDE) | Internal CF SSD adapter, Bootable storage, Push-button ejector, Master/slave jumpers, Hot-swap"
brand: "startech.com"
price: "£38.97"
currency: GBP
in_stock: true
category: "Star Tech.Com"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/4270595-startech-ide-to-compactflash-ssd-card-reader-for-3-5in
store_origin: GB
region: United Kingdom
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# 1044 Mbps transfer speed IDE 40/44-pin compatibility Fits standard 3.5in drive bay StarTech IDE to CompactFlash SSD Card Reader for 3.5in Bay (35BAYCF2IDE) | Internal CF SSD adapter, Bootable storage, Push-button ejector, Master/slave jumpers, Hot-swap

**Brand:** startech.com
**Price:** £38.97
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 💾 Unlock vintage storage power with modern speed!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** StarTech IDE to CompactFlash SSD Card Reader for 3.5in Bay (35BAYCF2IDE) | Internal CF SSD adapter, Bootable storage, Push-button ejector, Master/slave jumpers, Hot-swap by startech.com
- **How much does it cost?** £38.97 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## 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

- • **Trusted Durability:** Backed by StarTech.com's reliable 2-year warranty
- • **Sleek 3.5in Bay Design:** Discreetly mounts inside your desktop for a clean setup
- • **Universal Compatibility:** Works with CF I, CF II, and IBM Micro Drive media
- • **Seamless IDE Integration:** Plug-and-play CF access via any IDE slot, no drivers needed
- • **Blazing Fast Data Transfer:** Up to 1044 Mbps for rapid file access and backups

## Overview

The StarTech IDE to CompactFlash SSD Card Reader (35BAYCF2IDE) is a driver-free, 3.5-inch bay adapter that connects CompactFlash and IBM Micro Drive media directly to your desktop IDE interface. Supporting both 40 and 44-pin IDE connections, it delivers data transfer speeds up to 1044 Mbps, making legacy storage access seamless and efficient. Designed for professionals who demand reliable, fast, and easy integration, it comes with a 2-year warranty for peace of mind.

## Description

This Compact Flash IDE adapter is a perfect solution for accessing CompactFlash (CF I, CF II) and IBM Micro Drive media, allowing you to access the flash/micro drive media as if it were an IDE hard drive. The CF/IDE adapter can be installed in the computer case through simple mounting in an available 3.5in drive bay, for connection to the computer IDE bus through either a 40 or 44-pin connection. Designed and constructed to provide a reliable media card platform, the CF IDE adapter is backed by StarTech.com's 2-year warranty.

## Features

- Connect a CF card to a computer through an IDE connector
- Compatible with compact flash memory cards and desktop computers with an IDE slot
- Compact flash IDE adapter / CF to IDE adapter / CF to IDE converter / IDE to CF card reader
- Compact flash adapter
- Quick and driver free installation into any IDE 40 pin and 44 pin slot

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B000T9QQP0 |
| Additional Features | Not_Performance_Used |
| Best Sellers Rank | #231 in Computer Memory Card Readers |
| Brand | StarTech.com |
| Built-In Media | 1 Compact Flash to IDE Adapter, 1 3.5” Enclosure, 1 Full Profile Expansion Slot Bracket, 1 SP4 to LP4 Molex Power Cable, 1 Instruction Manual |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Personal Computer |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 356 Reviews |
| Data Transfer Rate | 1044 Megabits Per Second |
| EU Spare Part Availability Duration | 2 Years |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00065030824194 |
| Hardware Interface | EIDE, IDE |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 3.8"L x 1.54"W x 1"H |
| Item Weight | 0.13 Kilograms |
| Manufacturer | StarTech.com |
| Media Type | CompactFlash |
| Mfr Part Number | 35BAYCF2IDE |
| Model Number | 35BAYCF2IDE |
| Operating System | Any |
| Product Dimensions | 3.8"L x 1.54"W x 1"H |
| Slot Count | 1 |
| Special Feature | Not_Performance_Used |
| UPC | 102645810614 782386260994 128096879246 163120258062 012305039203 617018104943 523161048327 245521461927 069060235791 778889461297 065030824194 071030507623 151902987750 854586955496 666669823345 088021282698 012300172318 132017728742 100000013090 803982750921 898029707884 001910715077 919954847565 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Warranty Description | 2 Years |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** StarTech.com
- **Color:** Black
- **Compatible Devices:** Personal Computer
- **Media Type:** CompactFlash
- **Special Feature:** Not_Performance_Used

## Images

![StarTech IDE to CompactFlash SSD Card Reader for 3.5in Bay (35BAYCF2IDE) | Internal CF SSD adapter, Bootable storage, Push-button ejector, Master/slave jumpers, Hot-swap - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71kYyC9dRqL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size, Style** options.

## Frequently Bought Together

- StarTech.com 3.5in Drive Bay IDE to Single CF SSD Adapter Card Reader, TAA (35BAYCF2IDE)
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*Last updated: 2026-07-21*