Connect your high-speed Serial ATA device to a Serial ATA controller Compatible with Serial ATA Hard Drives, Blu-ray/DVD/CD Drives and other Serial ATA devices Metal latches ensure secure connections Support data transfer rates of up to 6.0 Gbps Narrow cables design simplifies cable routing and installation and improves air flow within CPU (no more big ribbons blocking air movement) Meets Serial ATA 1.0 standards, including Errata 029 Cable is shielded to protect against EMI/RFI