USB 3.1 (10Gbps) mSATA Drive Enclosure - Aluminum

Add high-speed data storage to your laptop or desktop computer, with this portable mSATA and mSATA Mini drive enclosure. It gives you fast data transfer speeds with USB 3.1 (10Gbps) in a solid aluminum enclosure.

Durable and portable

With its compact design and metal housing, the mSATA drive enclosure gives you a highly portable, high-speed storage solution. Slim and stylish, the enclosure makes the ideal accessory for laptop or desktop computers.

The mSATA enclosure provides dependable drive protection with its durable, solid aluminum housing. It also features ventilation holes to help protect your drive from overheating by allowing heat to dissipate and help maintain an optimum operating temperature. 

Ultra-fast data transfer speeds

With support for USB 3.1 (also known as USB 3.1 Gen 2) and SATA III (6Gbps) host connections, the drive enclosure lets you maximize the performance of your mSATA solid-state drives to achieve greater data transfer speeds. The mSATA drive enclosure also supports UASP for enhanced performance.

Compatible with all mSATA drives

This portable drive enclosure is compatible with all standard mSATA drives, including the mSATA Mini (Half-Size) form factor.

The SMS1BMU313 is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.

Manufacturer Part Number
SMS1BMU313
EAN/UPC
0065030863452,065030863452
Full Product Specifications

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Warranty Information
Warranty: 2 Years
Hardware
Chipset ID: ASMedia - ASM1351
Compatible Drive Types (Type and Rate): mSATA (Mini SATA)
Drive Installation: Fixed
Drive Size: mSATA (Full Size & Half Size)
Fan(s): No
Interface: USB 3.1 Gen 2
Number of Drives: 1
Supported Drive Height(s):
Full Size (50.8mm)
Half Size (26.8mm)
Performance
Max Drive Capacity: Currently tested with up to 1TB mSATA drives
Port Multiplier: No
RAID: No
Type and Rate:
USB 3.1 Gen 2 - 10 Gbit/s
SATA III (6 Gbps)
UASP Support: Yes
Connector(s)
Drive Connectors: 1 - mSATA (52 pin; Mini SATA) Slot
Host Connectors: 1 - USB 3.1 USB Type Micro-B (10 pin; Gen 2; 10 Gbps) Female
Software
OS Compatibility: OS independent; No software or drivers required
Indicators
LED Indicators: 1 - Power and Activity
Power
Power Source: USB-Powered
Physical Characteristics
Color: Black & Silver
Enclosure Type: Aluminum
Max Drive Height: 2 in [50.8 mm]
Product Height: 0.5 in [12 mm]
Product Length: 3.9 in [98.5 mm]
Product Weight: 1.9 oz [55 g]
Product Width: 1.6 in [41.5 mm]
Packaging Information
Shipping (Package) Weight: 10.6 oz [300 g]
What's in the Box
Included in Package:
1 - USB 3.1 mSATA SSD enclosure - aluminum
1 - USB A to Micro B cable
4 - assembly screws
2 - sets of mSATA mount hardware (preinstalled)
1 - screwdriver
1 - quick start guide