StarTech.com SM21BMU31C3 Drive Enclosure - StarTech M.2 SSD Enclosure for M.2 SATA SSDs, USB 3.1 (10Gbps) with USB C Cable, External Enclosure for USB C Host, Aluminum, TAA Turn your M.2 SATA drive into an ultra fast, portable storage solution for a USB

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). The SM21BMU31C3 is backed by a 2-year StarTech.com warranty and free lifetime technical support. More from the Manufacturer

Product Description

Technical Information

Number of Solid State Drive Supported:
1
Number of Solid State Drive Installed:
No

I/O Expansions

Number of Total Expansion Bays:
1

Network & Communication

Wireless LAN:
No
UASP Support:
Yes

Interfaces/Ports

Drive Interface:
SATA/600, M.2
Host Interface:
USB 3.1 Micro-B

Physical Characteristics

Color Family:
Dual Color
Product Color:
Black, Silver
Product Material:
Aluminum
Form Factor:
External
Height:
0.5"
Width:
1.7"
Depth:
3.9"
Weight (Approximate):
2.20 oz

Miscellaneous

Country of Origin:
Taiwan
TAA Compliant:
Yes
Environmentally Friendly:
Yes
Environmental Compliance:
Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS), Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE), Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH)

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)
UASP Support : Yes
OS Compatibility
OS independent, No software or drivers required
LED Indicators
1 - Power and Activity
Power Source
USB-Powered
Environmental
Humidity Operation Humidity : 10 percent to 90 percent RH
Storage Humidity : 5 percent to 95percent RH
Operating Temperature : 0^oC to 40^oC (32^oF to 104^oF)
Storage Temperature : -10^oC to 65^oC (14^oF to 149^oF)
Color
Black and Silver
Enclosure Type
Aluminum
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
Item Dimension (L inchxW inchxH inch)
7 x 6 x 2

Weight
1.00 lb

Warranty Information
2 Year Warranty