Quick Summary
The UGREEN Hard Drive Cable is a USB 3.0 Type A to Micro USB B cable with a 0.5 m length. It is described as an external hard drive lead and is also stated to work with USB 2.0 devices.
The cable is presented for connecting portable external hard drives and certain devices that use the USB 3.0 Micro-B port. The named examples include Western Digital, Seagate Expansion, Toshiba Canvio, Galaxy S5, Note 3 and a camera.
Key Details
| Detail | Verified information and buyer relevance |
|---|---|
| Product type | USB 3.0 Type A to Micro USB B cable for external hard drive use. |
| Length | 0.5 m, which is the key check if you need a short lead for a specific setup. |
| Compatibility | Named compatibility includes Western Digital, Seagate Expansion, Toshiba Canvio, Galaxy S5, Note 3 and a camera. |
| Transfer speed | Up to 5 Gbps is stated for USB 3.0 use. |
| Backward compatibility | Also stated to work with USB 2.0. |
What to Compare Before Buying
- Connector type: This is a USB 3.0 Type A to Micro USB B cable, so compare both ends with your device and computer ports.
- Length: The cable is 0.5 m long, so check that this suits the distance between your devices.
- Device match: The named examples cover some external hard drives, Samsung devices and a camera, but you should still match the exact port on your equipment.
- USB version: USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 compatibility are both stated, which matters if your device or computer uses an older connection.
Before You Decide
Check the exact connector on your hard drive or device, then confirm that 0.5 m is the right length for your setup. If you are buying for a specific external drive or phone, match the port type before choosing an offer.
