Usb sata transfer

May 3, 2018
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Hi all, hope someone can help. My old Asus laptop running windows 8 died with all my files, pics etc. I did some reseach and bought a usb/ sata transfer cable. When i plug into my new Dell with windows 10 it says 'usb can not be recognised' etc. I then tried again with an old Lenovo laptop and the usb was recognised and files appeared on the screen. My question - does it matter that im trying to transfer files from windows 8 to 10? A tech guy also mentioned downloading.drivers? Im a novice and dont understand. Any advice or help?
 

USAFRet

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What exact cable did you purchase?
 
May 3, 2018
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I dont know exactly. it reads SATA on 1 side with a blue/ red flashing lights when working. i also has 2 USB cables - 1 blue 1 white..