Star Tech Portable USB 3.1 M.2 SSD enclosure for USB C enabled host

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Star Tech Portable USB 3.1 M.2 SSD enclosure for USB C enabled host

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 solution

This 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 SSD

Leverage 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 compatibility

The 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).

(SM21BMU31C3)

This item comes with a 2 Years warranty

A truly portable solution

Packaging Information
Package Width  : 16.1 cm [6.3 in]
Shipping (Package) Weight  : 139 g [4.9 oz]

Performance
4Kn Support  : Yes
General Specifications  : Not compatible with M.2 NVMe or AHCI PCI-Express SSDs
Maximum Data Transfer Rate  : 10 Gbps
MTBF  : 1,000,000 hours
TRIM Support  : Yes
Type and Rate  : SATA III (6 Gbps)
USB 3.1 Gen 2 - 10 Gbit/s
UASP Support  : Yes

Physical Characteristics
Color  : Black & Silver
Material  : Aluminum
Max Drive Height  : 80 mm [3.1 in]
Product Height  : 1.3 cm [0.5 in]
Product Length  : 99 mm [3.9 in]
Product Width  : 42 mm [1.7 in]
Weight of Product  : 61 g [2.2 oz]

Power
Power Source  : USB-Powered

Prominence
Description CDW 75 - 1st Line  : StarTech.com M.2 SSD Enclosure for M.2 SATA SSD - USB 3.1 with USB-C Cable

Software
OS Compatibility  : OS independent; No software or drivers required

Special Notes / Requirements
Note  : Windows 7 and earlier Windows versions do not support TRIM with USB to SATA devices.

What's in the Box
Included in Package  : M.2 NGFF SATA Enclosure - USB 3.1
M.2 screw kit
quick install guide
screwdriver
USB-C to Micro B cable - 18.5 inches

Packaging Information
Package Length  : 13.1 cm [5.2 in]
Package Height  : 32 mm [1.3 in]

Indicators
LED Indicators  : Power & Activity

Hardware
Number of Drives  : 1
Interface  : USB 3.1 Gen 2
Drive Installation  : Fixed
Compatible Drive Types  : M.2 SATA (NGFF, B+M-Key)
M.2 (SATA, B-Key, NGFF)
Chipset ID  : ASMedia - ASM1351
Bus Type  : USB 3.1 Gen 2

Environmental
Storage Temperature  : -10°C to 65°C (14°F to 149°F)
Operating Temperature  : 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Humidity  : Operation Humidity: 10% ~ 90% RH
Storage Humidity: 5% ~ 95% RH

Connector(s)
Host Connectors  : USB 3.1 USB Type Micro-B (10 pin, Gen 2, 10 Gbps) Female
Drive Connectors  : M.2 (SATA, B-Key, NGFF) Receptacle

Model # SM21BMU31C3
Barcode # 065030864435
Brand STAR TECH
Shipping Weight 0.1400kg
Shipping Width 0.130m
Shipping Height 0.030m
Shipping Length 0.160m
Shipping Cubic 0.000675000m3
Type Case/Enclosure