StarTech SM21BMU31C3 M.2 SATA Enclosure - USB 3.1w/ USB C

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SM21BMU31C3
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StarTech SM21BMU31C3 M.2 SATA Enclosure - USB 3.1w/ USB C

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.

The 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.

Applications

  • Mobile professionals can use their M.2 SATA SSD to gain high-speed data access for their USB-C enabled laptop or computer
  • Repurpose an M.2 SATA SSD as a USB 3.1 Gen 2 external drive
  • Transfer files faster by using a high-performance SATA M.2 SSD as your external drive

 

Technical Specifications

WARRANTY INFORMATION
  Warranty 2 Years
HARDWARE
  Bus Type USB 3.1 Gen 2
  Chipset ID ASMedia - ASM1351
  Compatible Drive Types M.2 (SATA, B-Key, NGFF)
    M.2 SATA (NGFF, B+M-Key)
  Drive Installation Fixed
  Interface USB 3.1 Gen 2
  Number of Drives 1
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 USB 3.1 Gen 2 - 10 Gbit/s
    SATA III (6 Gbps)
  UASP Support Yes
CONNECTOR(S)
  Drive Connectors 1 - M.2 (SATA, B-Key, NGFF) 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 [13 mm]
  Product Length 3.9 in [99 mm]
  Product Weight 2.2 oz [61 g]
  Product Width 1.7 in [42 mm]
PACKAGING INFORMATION
  Shipping (Package) Weight 4.9 oz [139 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 - 18.5 inches
    1 - M.2 screw kit
    1 - screwdriver
    1 - quick install guide
More Information
GTIN065030864435
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