Works ok
SD Card to IDE 2.5 Inch 44-pin Transfer Card Adapter
$10.62
Pay now, in 4 interest-free payments of $2.66, or over 3β6 months
4 interest-free payments of $2.66
Convert SD cards to SSD storage with this 44-pin IDE adapter for laptops and tablets. Supports up to 128GB, compatible with DOS, Windows, Linux. Plug and play, with hot-swap capability.
3 in stock
β
Estimated Delivery Time3β7 business days
Versatile storage upgrade for legacy devices
This 44-pin IDE adapter transforms high-speed SD cards into SSD-style storage compatible with older laptops, tablets, and industrial control machines. It supports a wide range of operating systems including DOS, Windows from 98 to 10, Windows CE, and Linux without any need for additional drivers, ensuring seamless integration.
With plug and play convenience, it extends the life of devices with IDE 44-pin interfaces by providing a flexible and accessible storage solution.
Robust industrial design with easy access
Optimized for industrial use, the adapter features chassis edge installation allowing the SD card slot to be exposed for quick swapping and maintenance. Its solid construction meets the demands of control machines, instruments, and soft routers requiring stable and flexible storage options.
Dual function: boot or data disk
This adapter supports dual-mode operation, letting you configure the SD card as either a system boot disk or a pure data storage disk. It works seamlessly with BIOS guidance, making it ideal for upgrading old laptops or repurposing DVRs and tablets.
Users can enjoy the combination of system performance along with expansive storage capacity through this versatile adapter.
Enhanced performance and compatibility
Utilizing the Taiwan FC1307A chipset, this adapter delivers stable performance and supports ATA33/66/100 IDE standards. It accepts high-speed SD cards and enables improved read/write speeds over traditional hard drives, suitable for industrial data collection and POS systems.
The device is compact, measuring approximately 51 x 41 x 7 mm, compatible with 2.5-inch IDE hard drive bays.
Safe and user-friendly operation
Supports hot-swapping with proper BIOS and system application coordination, though cold-swapping is recommended during active read/write to prevent data loss.
Features a built-in foolproof design to avoid misoperations, making it well-suited for critical applications like security monitoring and laboratory data archiving.
Key specifications
- Chipset: Taiwan FC1307A
- Compatibility: DOS, WinCE, Win98/XP/Vista/NT/7/8/10, Linux
- SD Card Support: High-speed cards up to 128GB tested
- IDE Interface: 44-pin, compatible with ATA33/66/100
- Dimensions: 51.00 x 41.00 x 7.00 mm
- Boot Mode: System boot disk or data disk
- Hot Swap: Supported with recommendations
What's in the box
- 1 x 44-pin IDE adapter card
- 1 x SD card reader
Product FAQ
Frequently asked questions
01 What operating systems is this adapter compatible with?
It supports DOS, Windows versions from 98/XP to 10, Windows CE, Linux, and Vista/NT systems without requiring extra drivers.
02 What is the maximum SD card capacity supported?
The adapter has been tested with SD cards up to 128GB, and theoretically supports even larger capacities.
03 Can this adapter be used as a system boot disk?
Yes, it can function as both a system boot disk and a data disk, compatible with BIOS boot options.
04 Does the adapter support hot-swapping of SD cards?
It supports hot-swap functionality with BIOS and system support, but cold-swapping is recommended to avoid data loss.
05 What type of IDE interface does this adapter support?
It is compatible with 44-pin IDE interface and supports ATA33/66/100 transfer modes.
06 What devices can benefit from this adapter?
Old IDE interface laptops, industrial control boards, DVRs, tablets, and industrial machines can use this for storage expansion.
07 Does this adapter require any drivers for installation?
No drivers are needed; it is plug and play with compatible operating systems.
08 What is the physical size of the adapter?
The adapter measures 51.00 x 41.00 x 7.00 mm, matching the size of a 2.5-inch hard disk.
09 Is the SD card slot easily accessible when installed?
Yes, the design supports chassis edge installation with an exposed SD card slot for quick access.
10 What components are included in the package?
The package includes one adapter card and one card reader device.
Discussion
5.0
Based on 4 reviews
It arrived well-packaged and in good condition.
Everything looks ok
Perfect. it helped get my old windows 2000 sony laptop back up and running.
