This compact M.2 SATA SSD enclosure lets you add highly portable data storage to any laptop or computer with a USB-C™ port - such as MacBook, Chromebook Pixel™, Dell™ XPS laptops, and many others. It turns your SATA M.2 drive into a high-speed storage solution over a USB 3.1 Gen 2 connection, at up to 10Gbps throughput.
A truly portable solutionThis slim, pocket-sized enclosure for M.2 NGFF SATA SSDs has been specially designed for mobility, with a small form factor design that fits easily into your laptop bag. Its lightweight yet durable aluminum housing helps to ensure your drive won’t be damaged while you’re on the move.
Ventilation holes help to dissipate heat and help ensure an optimum operating temperature.
Maximize the performance of your M.2 SATA SSDLeverage the speed of your M.2 NGFF SATA drive with this external enclosure. It delivers USB 3.1 Gen 2 data transfer speeds up to 10Gbps as well as UASP support, so you can achieve higher transfer speeds when you connect it to a UASP-enabled host computer.
The enclosure works with tablets, laptops and desktop computers and is compatible with hosts equipped with Thunderbolt 3 USB-C ports.
Broad compatibilityThe enclosure is compatible with all of the common M.2 SATA SSDs, and enables you to mount multiple drive lengths, including: 30mm (2230), 42mm (2242), 60mm (2260), and 80mm (2280).
The SM21BMU31C3 is backed by a 2-year StarTech.com warranty and free lifetime technical support.
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Warranty Information
Warranty: 2 Years
Hardware
Bus Type: USB 3.1 Gen 2
Chipset ID: ASMedia - ASM1351
Compatible Drive Types (Type and Rate): M.2 (NGFF; B-Key)
Drive Installation: Fixed
Interface: USB 3.1 Gen 2
Number of Drives: 1
Performance
General Specifications: Not compatible with PCI-Express M.2 SSDs
Maximum Data Transfer Rate: 10 Gbps
MTBF: 1,000,000 hours
Type and Rate:
- USB 3.1 Gen 2 - 10 Gbit/s
- SATA III (6 Gbps)
Connector(s)
Drive Connectors: 1 - M.2 (NGFF; B-Key) Receptacle
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 & Activity
Power
Power Source: USB-Powered
Environmental
Humidity: Operation Humidity: 10% ~ 90% RH
Storage Humidity: 5% ~ 95% RH
Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Storage Temperature: -10°C to 65°C (14°F to 149°F)
Physical Characteristics
Color: Black & Silver
Enclosure Type: Aluminum
Max Drive Height: 3.1 in [80 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 - M.2 NGFF SATA Enclosure - USB 3.1
- 1 - USB C to Micro B cable
- 1 - M.2 screw kit
- 1 - screwdriver
- 1 - quick install guide