SSD Enclosure - M.2 For M.2 SATA Drives - USB 3.1 (10gbps) - USB-c

Introduction

Portable M.2 SATA to USB Adapter | Attached USB-C Cable

Add high-performance external data storage to your USB-C laptop, tablet or desktop computer, with this SATA M.2 SSD enclosure. It lets you use your SATA M.2 drive as an ultra-fast external storage solution over a USB 3.1 Gen 2 connection. It's ideal for your MacBook, Dell XPS, Chromebook Pixel or other USB Type-C device.

Truly Portable

The compact M.2 SATA to USB adapter is easily portable and gives you high-speed access to your data, wherever you go. The integrated USB-C cable (6"/15.2 cm), means you're always ready to plug it in, without having to remember to bring along a cable.

Durable Aluminum Design

The sturdy aluminum and plastic enclosure encases your M.2 SATA SSD and features built-in ventilation that improve heat dissipation to help keep your drive at a suitable operating temperature.

Use your M.2 SATA Drive for External Storage

Easily use your M.2 SATA drive as external data storage. This M.2 NGFF SSD enclosure provides a simple connection to your M.2 SATA SSD over USB 3.1 Gen 2. You can transfer files quickly, without bottlenecks, using a SATA M.2 SSD as your external drive.

Broad Compatibility

The enclosure supports common M.2 SATA SSDs and multiple drive lengths, including: 42 mm (2242), 60 mm (2260), and 80 mm (2280). The USB to M.2 SATA enclosure works with USB-C host devices and is also compatible with Thunderbolt 3 USB-C ports.

SM21BMU31CI3 is backed by a 2-year StarTech.com warranty and free lifetime technical support.

The StarTech.com Advantage

- Turn your SATA M.2 SSD into external storage for your USB-C laptop, tablet or desktop computer
- Ultra-fast USB 3.1 Gen 2 data connection for M.2 SATA drives
- Compact solid aluminum design (4x2x1.5" / 11x5x1.4 cm) with ventilation and attached braided cable

Storage

Number of storage drives supported

1

Storage drive size

M.2

Supported storage drive interfaces

M.2

Ports & interfaces

USB connectivity

Y

USB version

3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2)

USB connector type

USB Type-C

USB connector gender

Male

Integrated USB cable

Y

Design

Product type

SSD enclosure

Product colour

Black

Material

Aluminium

LED indicators

Activity, Power

Certification

REACH, CE, FCC

Performance

Data transfer rate

6 Gbit/s

Chipset

JMicron - JMS580

UASP support

Y

Mean time between failures (MTBF)

50000 h

Plug and Play

Y

Power

Power source type

USB

Operational conditions

Operating temperature (T-T)

5 - 35 °C

Storage temperature (T-T)

-20 - 50 °C

Operating relative humidity (H-H)

20 - 80%

Weight & dimensions

Width

110 mm

Depth

50 mm

Height

14 mm

Weight

95 g

Cable length

0.145 m

Package width

168 mm

Package depth

98 mm

Package height

30 mm

Package weight

110 g

Packaging content

Screws included

Y

Screwdriver included

Y

Manual

Y

Technical details

Sustainability certificates

RoHS