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product_id: 51493846
title: "StarTech IDE to CompactFlash SSD Card Reader for 3.5in Bay (35BAYCF2IDE)"
brand: "startech"
price: "$150.54"
currency: USD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Star Tech"
url: https://www.desertcart.ec/products/51493846-startech-ide-to-compactflash-ssd-card-reader-for-3-5in
store_origin: EC
region: Ecuador
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# 1044 Mbps blazing data transfer Plug & play IDE 40/44 pin compatibility Driver-free, hassle-free setup StarTech IDE to CompactFlash SSD Card Reader for 3.5in Bay (35BAYCF2IDE)

**Brand:** startech
**Price:** $150.54
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 💾 Upgrade your vintage rig with lightning-fast CF storage — because classic never goes out of style!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** StarTech IDE to CompactFlash SSD Card Reader for 3.5in Bay (35BAYCF2IDE) by startech
- **How much does it cost?** $150.54 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ec](https://www.desertcart.ec/products/51493846-startech-ide-to-compactflash-ssd-card-reader-for-3-5in)

## Best For

- startech enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted startech brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Zero Driver Hassle:** Plug-and-play design means no drivers, no delays—just instant connectivity and productivity.
- • **CompactFlash Powerhouse:** Supports all CompactFlash memory cards, unlocking versatile storage options for your vintage rigs.
- • **Legacy Meets Modern Speed:** Experience up to 1044 Mbps data transfer rates, breathing new life into your classic IDE systems.
- • **Built to Last with Confidence:** Backed by a 3-year warranty, ensuring your investment stays protected and reliable.
- • **Universal IDE Slot Compatibility:** Seamlessly fits into any 40 or 44-pin IDE slot, making integration effortless across desktops.

## Overview

The StarTech.com 3.5in Drive Bay IDE to Single CF SSD Adapter (35BAYCF2IDE) is a robust, driver-free solution that connects CompactFlash cards to any desktop IDE slot (40 or 44 pin). Delivering data transfer speeds up to 1044 Mbps, it revitalizes legacy systems with modern storage flexibility. Designed for easy installation and backed by a 3-year warranty, this adapter is the perfect bridge between classic hardware and contemporary performance.

## Description

From the manufacturer Featured Products Display & Video Adapters Even if your laptop, desktop or tablet doesn't have the video connections you need, StarTech video adapters make it easy to extend the display for seamless collaboration or multitasking. With the video adapters for DisplayPort, Mini DisplayPort, HDMI, VGA, USB-A, USB-C and Thunderbolt 3, you can rest assured that we have the right solution to connect your device to any monitor, TV or projector. Audio - Videos Audio and video products and solutions to customize and enhance multimedia applications, POS or digital advertising. Hubs All StarTech USB hubs are plug-and-play and offer easy automatic driver installation, independent of the operating system. USB hubs expand the USB connectivity of your desktop, laptop, or other USB-enabled host device by connecting multiple USB peripherals to a single USB port. Industrial USB hubs offer a USB connectivity solution for high-traffic commercial and industrial environments, from warehouses to industrial facilities. Our strengths IO products for network installation Commercial and industrial applications require special capabilities, including the need to support less common ports, such as DB9, and provide connectivity over great distances. Cables A wide choice of cables and adapters are available, all designed and built to ensure the highest levels of reliability, quality and value. Monitor Mounts Create a comfortable, flexible and ergonomic workspace with the right accessories and additional furniture components Office work doesn't have to be a hassle. With all the hours spent in front of a screen, having a comfortable and flexible workspace is an easy way to increase productivity. StarTech monitor and tablet attachments provide a convenient way to adapt your workspace to your ergonomics needs. Who we are Although we manufacture IT connectivity accessories, StarTech's goal is really to make IT professionals easier for their easy lives. Founded in 1985 in London, Ontario, Canada, by Paul Seed and Ken Kalopsis, StarTech has always been dedicated to solving the technological problems faced by IT professionals. Originally known as StarTech Computer Accessories, the company began humbly with a "Visa Card" funded operation, making products such as computer dust covers in the basement of a home. Focusing on our customers' needs and continued innovation, StarTech has evolved into a worldwide organization that offers accessories that can support over 200 different technologies, from traditional to the latest. StarTech founder and CEO Paul Seed's dedication to making IT solutions easy to deploy has never failed, and so is his passion for the community. From individual contributions to organization-wide campaigns, StarTech is committed to staying connected with the community and supporting nonprofits worldwide.

Review: Worked great on 486 Dos pc. - Worked great on old 486 pc with 2gb transcend card. After you install dos 6.22 you might need to do fdisk /mbr for it to boot.
Review: ROland VS840 EX owners rejoice - Don't spent stupid amounts offered by Ebay sellers for "compatible" devices. Upgrade your VS880/840EX with this for a fraction of the cost. Works like a charm. You'll need to get a longer 44 pin IDE cable as the one in the Roland is tiny to connect to the ZIP drive, but, yes, superb option

## Features

- Connect a CF card to a computer through an IDE connector
- Compatible with compact flash memory cards and desktop computers with an IDE slot
- Compact flash IDE adapter/CF to IDE adapter/CF to IDE converter/IDE to CF card reader
- Compact flash adapter
- Quick and driver free installation into any IDE 40 pin and 44 pin slot

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B000T9QQP0 |
| Best Sellers Rank | 19,876 in Computers & Accessories ( See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories ) 231 in External Memory Card Readers |
| Box Contents | 1 Compact Flash to IDE Adapter, 1 3.5” Enclosure, 1 Full Profile Expansion Slot Bracket, 1 SP4 to LP4 Molex Power Cable, 1 Instruction Manual |
| Brand | StarTech |
| Brand Name | StarTech |
| Colour | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop |
| Compatible devices | Desktop |
| Connectivity technology | IDE |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 350 Reviews |
| Data Transfer Rate | 1044 Megabits Per Second |
| EU Spare Part Availability Duration | 2 Years |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00065030824194 |
| Hardware Interface | EIDE, IDE |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 9.7L x 3.9W x 2.5H centimetres |
| Item Weight | 0.13 Kilograms |
| Manufacturer | StarTech.com |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 35BAYCF2IDE |
| Media Type | CompactFlash |
| Media type | CompactFlash |
| Model Name | 35BAYCF2IDE |
| Model Number | 35BAYCF2IDE |
| Network Connectivity Technology | IDE |
| Operating System | Any |
| Product Features | Safe |
| Product Warranty | Three-year warranty against manufacturing defects. |
| Slot Count | 1 |
| Special feature | Safe |
| UPC | 102645810614 782386260994 128096879246 163120258062 012305039203 617018104943 523161048327 245521461927 069060235791 778889461297 065030824194 071030507623 151902987750 854586955496 666669823345 088021282698 012300172318 132017728742 100000013090 803982750921 898029707884 001910715077 919954847565 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** StarTech
- **Colour:** Black
- **Connectivity technology:** IDE
- **Media type:** CompactFlash
- **Special feature:** Safe

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Pattern, Size, Style** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Worked great on 486 Dos pc.
*by M***K on 7 September 2025*

Worked great on old 486 pc with 2gb transcend card. After you install dos 6.22 you might need to do fdisk /mbr for it to boot.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ROland VS840 EX owners rejoice
*by N***S on 7 November 2023*

Don't spent stupid amounts offered by Ebay sellers for "compatible" devices. Upgrade your VS880/840EX with this for a fraction of the cost. Works like a charm. You'll need to get a longer 44 pin IDE cable as the one in the Roland is tiny to connect to the ZIP drive, but, yes, superb option

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Akai MPC compatible? Yes, but......
*by H***J on 15 August 2025*

If you're buying this for the Akai MPC2000xl this will work! However it is not hot swappable and you will have to test different CF cards as not all of them will work with this device.

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*Last updated: 2026-08-08*