USB 2.0 to SATA / IDE Adapter allows individual or simultaneous connection to either a Serial ATA or IDE drive (2.5" / 3.5" / 5.25"). You can also transfer data between a SATA and an IDE drive over the adapter. It provides a convenient, efficient way to format hard drives or transfer files without having to install them first. With the U238-000-1, any SATA or IDE drive can be conveniently turned into an external USB 2.0 storage drive. J-Micron software is included to allow you to quickly backup and restore files. The backup button on the unit allows for quick backup of your files with the press of a button. J-Micron is compatible with Windows OS up to 10. The U238-000-1 is compatible with Windows, Mac, and Linux.