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Tccmebius TCC-S862-UK USB 2.0 to 2.5 3.5 Inch SATA IDE Dual Slots External Hard Drive Docking Station with All in 1 Card Reader and USB 2.0 Hub For 2.5" 3.5" IDE SATA I/II/III HDD SSD

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Hardware interface Serial Interface, Mini USB 2.0 Type B, eSATA, IDE, USB 2.0
Brand Tccmebius
Colour Red+Black
Product dimensions 18L x 11W x 10H centimetres
Hardware platform Windows 7, Windows 11, Windows 10

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  • Universal compatibility: 1 IDE port + 1 SATA port, With adjustable IDE connectors, Supports all 2.5 "/ 3.5" IDE / SATA I / II / III hard disk and SSD, Maximum support 20TB SATA interface Hard disk, IDE interfaces maximum support 1TB hard drive. Please select the right model to avoid your order error. (Note: Please do not replace the hard drive when the product is working.)
  • Data transfer: Easy transfer of data from your 2.5 "/ 3.5" IDE or SATA hard disk to your computer via USB 2.0 port, USB 2.0 data transfer rate up to 480MB / s. Integrated all-in-1 card reader (XD card / TF card / MS (Duo / Pro) card / CF card / SD card), at the same time card reader can read only one memory card, up to 64GB.
  • One-Touch Backup: One-Touch functionality makes it easy to copy data and documents from your computer to an external hard drive. For information on using the OTB feature and downloading the OTB software, please refer to the product guide. Note: OTB software cannot be installed on macOS and IOS systems.
  • Operating System: Compatible with Windows XP / Vista / 7/8 / 8.1 / 10 /11 (32/64 Bit), Mac OS 10.10 or later. Please format the disk according to your operating system (Linux and Mac OS are compatible with FAT32 and exFAT, Windows is compatible with FAT32, exFAT and NTFS).
  • WARRANTY: We promise 1-year limited warranty and worry-free lifelong technical support from Tccmebius. In use of products during any product issues, please email to us, we will do our best to solve for you, thank you for your understanding and support.
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hdd docking station

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1. Why Need It - Connect your computer to exchange data directly between 2 different types of hard drives (SATA and IDE), even for different size(3.5" and 2.5") of HDD. You can copy or back up your files conveniently. No need buy 2 or more external cases.

Special design for IDE hard drive. Now your old IDE/PATA hard drive could work for you again.

2. How Easy - Only need one step, you can change HDD(2.5" or 3.5") to HDD(2.5" or 3.5") without screwdriver, and Stand next to you PC or Notebook. No more need open the external case and remove several screws.

3. High Capacity HDD Compatible - Support 2.5 3.5 Inch IDE SATA I/ II/ III HDD SSD; Maximum support 20TB SATA interface hard drive(with WinXP maximum support 2TB, Win7 / 8 / 8.1 / 10 / 11 (32 / 64 bit) maximum support 20TB), IDE interfaces maximum support 1TB hard drive.

4. Data Transmission - Very convenient hard drive reader, Easily transfer data from a 2.5"/3.5" IDE or SATA hard drive to a computer via USB 2.0 and eSATA ports. USB2.0 transfer speeds up to 480Mb / s. eSATA transfer speeds up to 3Gb / s. (Note: When connecting to a computer via the eSATA interface, the product can only read the hard drive, and the USB hub and card reader on the front panel do not work.)

5. Extended Features - Product front panel with integrated card reader and USB 2.0 Hub. Product support One-Touch Backup function, please refer to the product manual before use.

6. Tips - This product features a variety of functions, Please read the product manual carefully before using the product.

hard drive docking
hdd docking

For hard drive: 2.5 / 3.5 Inch IDE hard drive, 2.5 / 3.5 Inch SATA hard drive, SATA SSD

Note: For detailed introduction of various hard drive installation methods, please refer to the product manual.

Compatible system: Windows XP / 7 / 8 / 8.1 / 10 / 11 (32/64 Bit), Vista, Mac OS 10.10 or later.

Applicable equipment: Desktop computer, Laptop, TV, DVD, Projector, Router, PS3 / 4, etc.

hard drive reader

hdd reader

hdd dock

  • Connect to computer via Mini USB port: transfer speed can reach 480Mb / s.
  • Connect to computer via eSATA port: transfer speed up to 3Gb / s.
  • Note: When connecting to a computer via the eSATA interface, the product can only read SATA hard drive, and the USB hub and card reader on the front panel will not work.
  • Note: When using a desktop computer, connect the USB cable to the HOST USB port of the desktop computer.

  • The product has OTB function. Before using this function, download and install OTB software on the computer. Note: OTB software cannot be installed on macOS and IOS systems.
  • For download and installation methods and how to operate the OTB software, please refer to the product manual.
  • Please read the product manual carefully before using the product.

Package:

  • 1x USB 2.0 HDD SATA IDE Docking Station
  • 1x Power Adapter 12V3A (UK-Plug)
  • 1x Mini USB Cable (100CM)
  • 1x User Manual

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OTB/OTC OTB OTB OTB NO NO NO

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    Customer reviews

    4.2 out of 5 stars
    4.2 out of 5
    3,228 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the performance, ease of use, value, and versatility of the hard drive enclosure. For example, they mention it works great to get information from old hard drives, it's plug and play, and it'll work with any hard drive. That said, some complain about the power switch and disagree on quality and connectivity.

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    281 customers mention ‘Performance’197 positive84 negative

    Customers like the performance of the hard drive enclosure. They say it works great to get information from old hard drives, and that it serves lots of purposes. Customers also mention that the docking station worked perfectly without issues.

    "...Other than that it does its job well." Read more

    "...build and restore old computers and this little dock is very handy indeed for copying files over to old IDE hdds from my modern PC, it's not the..." Read more

    "...Unfortunately my PC has Windows11 and the CF card reader part doesn't work ...." Read more

    "Works fine for a while but the poor quality of the connections lets it down. Very finicky to get going and keep going." Read more

    225 customers mention ‘Ease of use’180 positive45 negative

    Customers find the hard drive enclosure easy to use. They say it's plug and play, and easy to insert and take out hard drives. Some mention that there's no installation or additional software/drivers necessary. They also appreciate the concise manual and the ability to swap out drives in seconds.

    "...Easy plug and play somset up simple for someone with little computer knowledge how...." Read more

    "Easy just connect to your computer or laptop reads all my different drives perfectly...." Read more

    "Easy to use, good product. Good value for moeny." Read more

    "...No extra software is needed, simply connect the USB lead and allow Windows to install the drivers...." Read more

    102 customers mention ‘Value’78 positive24 negative

    Customers like the value of the hard drive enclosure. They say it's well worth buying and is well priced enough to survive a work environment.

    "Easy to use, good product. Good value for moeny." Read more

    "Good value but no easy to use on ICE fitting OK on SATA fitting" Read more

    "...They are well priced robust enough to survive a work environment...." Read more

    "Slightly cheaper plastic than I would prefer, and while it's useful to have a moveable Molex power plug for the SATA drives, it was a major pain at..." Read more

    60 customers mention ‘Versatility’52 positive8 negative

    Customers like the versatility of the hard drive enclosure. They say it can handle any drive, and is great for hard drives that were removed from old laptops. It's easy to use and has ample ways of transferring data to a PC. Some mention that it can also handle more modern SATA SSDs, and that it's fantastic for transferring files from old 2.5" and 3.5" to modern SCSI SSDs.

    "...Compact unit and fast transfer of files and photos, made me realise how slow original old unit was...." Read more

    "...with no problem. I accessed the drives quickly, copied over any useful files, and was also able to read and copy the contents of a memory card from..." Read more

    "...This item worked with every type of drive that was stored in the old machine...." Read more

    "...The device is compact, can do two simultaneous devices and has provides a card readers and USB ports...." Read more

    24 customers mention ‘Usb connector’20 positive4 negative

    Customers like the USB connector of the hard drive enclosure. They mention that it has useful USB and card reader ports, and that it's a great versatile HDD dock.

    "...I had a few IDE drives that I could use for backup etc. The USB slots work OK but are USB2 and the SATA section seems OK...." Read more

    "...is compact, can do two simultaneous devices and has provides a card readers and USB ports...." Read more

    "...A good docking bay though, with a lot of useful ports and, if you have the desk space, a useful addition." Read more

    "...Also has a use port for transfers etc. Fairly quick too." Read more

    295 customers mention ‘Quality’201 positive94 negative

    Customers are mixed about the quality of the hard drive enclosure. Some mention it's a great unit, good quality, and an excellent piece of kit. However, others say that the CF card slot is very finicky and awkward to get a card in. They also say that it'll become unreadable if used with certain cards.

    "Fantastic piece of kit, exactly what was required.Bought to replace similar equipment that failed after about 8 years continuous use...." Read more

    "Easy just connect to your computer or laptop reads all my different drives perfectly...." Read more

    "...of the dock works well except for the CF card slot which I find very finnicky and awkward to get a card in safely without bending pins, my other "el..." Read more

    "Easy to use, good product. Good value for moeny." Read more

    26 customers mention ‘Connectivity’16 positive10 negative

    Customers are mixed about the connectivity of the hard drive enclosure. Some mention that it's easy to plug in both SATA and PATA drives, while others say that the IDE connection can be a little fiddly. Some say that none of the connectors are particularly well anchored to the PCB.

    "...docking station is handy for reading SATA disks and also offers plenty of connectivity for a variety of memory cards...." Read more

    "Works fine for a while but the poor quality of the connections lets it down. Very finicky to get going and keep going." Read more

    "SATA drives plug in fine but there is no support for the drive except on thin plastic ''backsplash''..." Read more

    "...Easy to set up without installing drivers. Simply plug into the mains and into your laptop and off you go. Access to your storage is instant...." Read more

    46 customers mention ‘Power switch’0 positive46 negative

    Customers are dissatisfied with the power switch of the hard drive enclosure. They mention that it failed on first use, it may have been a one-off faulty unit, and that it arrived broken. Some customers also say that the product is unreliable and that there is a batch of faulty switches.

    "...May have been a one off, unlucky faulty unit, and may have been repairable, but not worth even trying for a replacement after 3 years...." Read more

    "...In my experience of this unit it is unreliable and therefor I could not recommend it." Read more

    "...This arrived with a broken power switch. easy fix so fixed it.Not used it yet but will return if does not work as it should." Read more

    "Their buggy, frustrating software has to be downloaded from their dodgy Chinese website...." Read more

    Tccmebius TCC-S862-UK USB 2.0 to 2.5 3.5 Inch SATA IDE Dual Slot docking station
    5 out of 5 stars
    Tccmebius TCC-S862-UK USB 2.0 to 2.5 3.5 Inch SATA IDE Dual Slot docking station
    I like to build and restore old computers and this little dock is very handy indeed for copying files over to old IDE hdds from my modern PC, it's not the fastest but neither were the old IDE hdd's so no bother there.Obviously not every old hdd is made the same so Tccmebius (what a catchy name) fitted the dock with what can only be described as "a slidey thing" on the bottom of the unit to adjust the position of the molex connector to try and make it suitable for as many drives as possible, I've had it a few months now and used many many drives with it and in that time I've come across 2 that wouldn't fit and both were very old small capacity drives but you can get around that with a gender changer and connect the drive with an IDE cable so not a huge issue if it's only now and then, the actual "slidey thing" can be a little bit fiddly to use and does make you a bit paranoid your going to bend some tiny IDE pins but up to now I've had no issues, like I said it's just a bit fiddly, "patience is a virtue".As far as using sata drives that's a none issue, absolute breeze there, unfortunately you can't use a sata drive and an ide drive at the same time and copy stuff between them, that's not something I'm particularly wanting to do so not a problem for me but thought I'd mention it.The card reader part of the dock works well except for the CF card slot which I find very finnicky and awkward to get a card in safely without bending pins, my other "el cheapo" card reader works perfectly with CF cards so I don't know what the issue is maybe it's just my unit.For me personally this unit has been brilliant, a nice easy way to connect my old IDE hdd's reliably to my modern PC which is my main usage.If I was to mention a negative other than the CF Slot I would say it needs better rubber feet on the bottom of the unit as when an old hdd is in it it tends to vibrate a little on the desk and it can be irritating. (I've since ordered some little stick on rubber feet for it).
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    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 13 July 2024
    Fantastic piece of kit, exactly what was required.
    Bought to replace similar equipment that failed after about 8 years continuous use.
    Easy plug and play somset up simple for someone with little computer knowledge how.
    Compact unit and fast transfer of files and photos, made me realise how slow original old unit was.
    Hard drives fit snug, but with no difficulty and secure when seated. At this purchase price, added bonus of the memory card reader and 2 additional usb slots for increased functionality.
    For my needs of backing up files to and external hard drive and wiping hard drives from old computers, perfect for my needs.
    Build quality appears high but only had for a week, no disappointments so far.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 30 May 2024
    Easy just connect to your computer or laptop reads all my different drives perfectly.
    Dislikes:- a little slow on data transfer but fast enough if you want to know what’s on the drive and the old Sony sticks that I’ve used for an old camera are a little tricky to insert. Other than that it does its job well.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 23 May 2023
    I like to build and restore old computers and this little dock is very handy indeed for copying files over to old IDE hdds from my modern PC, it's not the fastest but neither were the old IDE hdd's so no bother there.
    Obviously not every old hdd is made the same so Tccmebius (what a catchy name) fitted the dock with what can only be described as "a slidey thing" on the bottom of the unit to adjust the position of the molex connector to try and make it suitable for as many drives as possible, I've had it a few months now and used many many drives with it and in that time I've come across 2 that wouldn't fit and both were very old small capacity drives but you can get around that with a gender changer and connect the drive with an IDE cable so not a huge issue if it's only now and then, the actual "slidey thing" can be a little bit fiddly to use and does make you a bit paranoid your going to bend some tiny IDE pins but up to now I've had no issues, like I said it's just a bit fiddly, "patience is a virtue".
    As far as using sata drives that's a none issue, absolute breeze there, unfortunately you can't use a sata drive and an ide drive at the same time and copy stuff between them, that's not something I'm particularly wanting to do so not a problem for me but thought I'd mention it.
    The card reader part of the dock works well except for the CF card slot which I find very finnicky and awkward to get a card in safely without bending pins, my other "el cheapo" card reader works perfectly with CF cards so I don't know what the issue is maybe it's just my unit.
    For me personally this unit has been brilliant, a nice easy way to connect my old IDE hdd's reliably to my modern PC which is my main usage.
    If I was to mention a negative other than the CF Slot I would say it needs better rubber feet on the bottom of the unit as when an old hdd is in it it tends to vibrate a little on the desk and it can be irritating. (I've since ordered some little stick on rubber feet for it).
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Tccmebius TCC-S862-UK USB 2.0 to 2.5 3.5 Inch SATA IDE Dual Slot docking station
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 23 May 2023
    I like to build and restore old computers and this little dock is very handy indeed for copying files over to old IDE hdds from my modern PC, it's not the fastest but neither were the old IDE hdd's so no bother there.
    Obviously not every old hdd is made the same so Tccmebius (what a catchy name) fitted the dock with what can only be described as "a slidey thing" on the bottom of the unit to adjust the position of the molex connector to try and make it suitable for as many drives as possible, I've had it a few months now and used many many drives with it and in that time I've come across 2 that wouldn't fit and both were very old small capacity drives but you can get around that with a gender changer and connect the drive with an IDE cable so not a huge issue if it's only now and then, the actual "slidey thing" can be a little bit fiddly to use and does make you a bit paranoid your going to bend some tiny IDE pins but up to now I've had no issues, like I said it's just a bit fiddly, "patience is a virtue".
    As far as using sata drives that's a none issue, absolute breeze there, unfortunately you can't use a sata drive and an ide drive at the same time and copy stuff between them, that's not something I'm particularly wanting to do so not a problem for me but thought I'd mention it.
    The card reader part of the dock works well except for the CF card slot which I find very finnicky and awkward to get a card in safely without bending pins, my other "el cheapo" card reader works perfectly with CF cards so I don't know what the issue is maybe it's just my unit.
    For me personally this unit has been brilliant, a nice easy way to connect my old IDE hdd's reliably to my modern PC which is my main usage.
    If I was to mention a negative other than the CF Slot I would say it needs better rubber feet on the bottom of the unit as when an old hdd is in it it tends to vibrate a little on the desk and it can be irritating. (I've since ordered some little stick on rubber feet for it).
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    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 30 June 2024
    Easy to use, good product. Good value for moeny.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 4 July 2024
    Works fine for a while but the poor quality of the connections lets it down. Very finicky to get going and keep going.
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    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 19 February 2024
    This docking station is an excellent way of connecting old SATA and IDE drives. The device seems well made and clear instructions in English are provided. No extra software is needed, simply connect the USB lead and allow Windows to install the drivers. I've had a 500gb external drive that stopped working due to a faulty power supply in 2009! I simply connected the device to my laptop, then connected the hdd and was able to copy across all of my old photos. The ability to slide the power connector pins for IDE drives is a useful feature if slightly fiddly job (be careful not to bend any data pins here)! With care I was able to connect 3 different IDE drives. Another use I've found is that old SATA drives from faulty TV HDD recorders can be connected and reformated for use as extra storage. The built in reader for SD/transflash/memory stick is also useful. I was able to read data on a Sony memory stick which hadn't been used for several years. I haven't used the one touch back up button/app so I can't comment on it. Overall I'm very pleased with this product and recommend it.
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    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 31 March 2024
    Worked really well and easy to get to grips with...purchased in 2021, and after use, replaced in box, ready for next time. Would have been a 5 star...BUT
    Decided to check all my old disks and dump any unwanted ones, so out it came, and I had checked & cleared two disks before it simply stopped working. Power light went off and that was it...goodnight vienna, as they say...Power supply ok, switch ok, so somewhere after the switch, something decided to stop.
    Overall, IF it worked for a bit longer, it would be ok, but as I only got about an hour total use from it, I had to dump it. May have been a one off, unlucky faulty unit, and may have been repairable, but not worth even trying for a replacement after 3 years. I'll need to get a new one, but not from here!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 28 April 2024
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     I bought this to examine the cntents of some old IDE disks. A lot of people have commented that for IDE disks, it's impossible to seat the disk without bending the pins. It needs some care and patience to seat your first IDE disk. I've tested 13 old IDE HDDs and so far it's been fine.

    I found that some old HDDs were a little recalcitrant and needed some fiddling to get them seated while others simply fell into place. Once I got the hang of it however (following the hints in the manual) it was fine.

    One thing to note is that once the disk is seated on the connectors you have to press down with some force (i.e. more than I was initially prepared to use) to ensure both power and data connectors are correctly engaged. I nearly returned the unit as it was not reading my disks until I discovered that I had not seated them correctly. You'll know if the disk is correctly seated, because you will then need a similar amount of force and some wiggling to remove the disk again. I lever up the left side of the disk first, as you look at the unit from the front then the right side, with the power connectors come free easily.
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