Siemens 6ES7790-1AA00-0AA0 USB to SATA Adapter Field PG M

Product Overview

This USB to SATA adapter serves as a dedicated accessory for the SIMATIC Field PG M programming device. It enables direct connection between a standard USB port and a SATA hard drive or solid-state drive. The adapter measures 32 mm in width, 15 mm in height, and 85 mm in depth. Its compact design weighs just 40 grams for effortless portability. You can use this adapter for data backup, system recovery, or drive cloning tasks.

The adapter supports both 2.5-inch and 3.5-inch SATA drives without requiring external power. It draws sufficient power directly from the host device’s USB interface. The integrated bridge controller manages data transfer rates up to 480 Mbps. This device works seamlessly with the SIMATIC Field PG M’s diagnostic and maintenance software tools. It also functions independently with any standard Windows or Linux computer.

Technical Specifications

Parameter	Specification
Product Type	USB to SATA Adapter
Model	6ES7790-1AA00-0AA0
Host Interface	USB 2.0 (Type-A male connector)
Device Interface	SATA I/II (7-pin data + 15-pin power)
Data Transfer Rate	Up to 480 Mbps (USB 2.0 High-Speed)
Supported Drive Types	2.5-inch and 3.5-inch SATA HDD / SSD
Power Supply	5 V DC (via USB bus, up to 500 mA)
Cable Length	500 mm (integrated)
Dimensions (W x H x D)	32 mm x 15 mm x 85 mm
Weight	Approx. 40 g
Operating Temperature	5 °C to 55 °C
Storage Temperature	-20 °C to 65 °C
Relative Humidity	10% to 80% (non-condensing)
Compatibility	SIMATIC Field PG M series, standard PCs

Key Features and Benefits

This adapter includes a transparent activity LED to indicate drive read/write status. It supports hot-swapping so you can connect or disconnect drives without restarting the system. The device eliminates the need for an external power supply in most mobile applications. Its rugged housing protects the internal electronics from minor shocks during transport. You can boot the Field PG directly from a connected SATA drive using this adapter.

Installation and Usage

You simply plug the USB end into the Field PG M’s USB port. Next, you attach the SATA end to the target hard drive or SSD. The operating system will recognize the drive as a standard external storage device. You can then perform backup operations using the SIMATIC system software. The adapter requires no driver installation for Windows 7 and later operating systems. It also supports Linux kernel versions 2.6 and above without extra configuration.

Typical Applications

Service engineers use this adapter for field data recovery during maintenance visits. System integrators rely on it for rapid software deployment across multiple drives. The adapter also serves as a convenient tool for firmware updates on storage devices.