If you've got a drive or two that you need to get some data from before you use it for another application, you can install it in a system and you're good to go. BigBruin has a look at a drive adapter from NewerTech that makes it easier than that however. They've got a device that simply allows you to plug in any 3.5" or 2.5" drive into a USB connector and get the data off externally. It will save time and save you from opening your system.

The NewerTech USB 2.0 Universal Drive Adapter is a great device for anyone who supports computers or likes to share storage devices between computers. The concept of a device that can connect IDE and SATA hard drives to USB is extremely convenient and easy to use. To add to the convenience, there is no need for drivers on modern systems with the USB 2.0 Universal Drive Adapter.