Monoprice 36-Inch SATA 6Gbps Cable with Locking Latch, UV Blue (105125)
With Locking Capability. 6GB Maximum transfer rate. Hot-swap capability. Thinner Cable construction compares with ATA. Locking latch connector guarantees proper connection to device. Locking Latch connector is compatible with non-locking connector. Background:. Serial ATA (SATA) replaces Parallel ATA (PATA a. k. a. IDE) as the new standard for high speed reliable data transfer between your computers motherboard and storage drives. SATA provides faster data transfers less clutter due to a more compact cable leading to better in-case air circulation and ability to hot swap connections.