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StarTech.com Dual-Slot Drive Enclosure for M.2 SATA SSDs - USB 3.1 (10Gbps) - RAID - TAA
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Overview

  • ADD EXTERNAL STORAGE: This laptop hard drive enclosure supports all common M.2 SATA SSDs (solid state drives), and enables you to mount multiple drive sizes: 2230, 2242, 2260, 2280; NOTE: Not compatible with M.2 NVMe or AHCI PCI Express SSDs
  • ENHANCED PERFORMANCE: This dual M.2 SATA RAID enclosure ensures easy access to your files for data migration and backup; Select from RAID 0, RAID 1, SPAN (BIG), and JBOD to configure your backup mode; SSD TRIM to prolong drive lifespan and performance
  • DURABLE ALUMINUM: With this robust SATA M.2 external enclosure, your drive is encased in a durable and robust aluminum and plastic housing; Independent activity & status LEDs for each drive
  • MAXIMUM COMPATIBILITY: Includes 18.5in (47cm) USB Type-C host cable for newer USB-C enabled devices; Also includes 18.5in (47cm) USB Type-A host cable to ensure backward compatibility with USB 3.0/2.0 devices; Mounting screws and screwdriver included
  • THE IT PRO’S CHOICE: Designed and built for IT Professionals, this TAA compliant dual-slot M.2 SATA RAID enclosure is backed for 2 years, including free lifetime 24/5 multi-lingual technical assistance

Turn two M.2 SATA drives into ultra-fast, portable storage with RAID for increased performance or redundancy

This dual M.2 SATA enclosure with RAID makes it easy to add ultra-fast, portable external storage to your USB-C™ or USB-A enabled laptop, tablet, smartphone or desktop computer. Its multiple RAID modes provide increased capacity, improved performance, or data redundancy.

Access your external data at greater speeds

Quickly access, transfer, and backup your files wherever you go. This dual-slot M.2 RAID enclosure enables you to easily access your data by creating a high-performance, ultra-portable storage solution using two M.2 (NGFF) SATA SSDs. It’s ideal for creative professionals, such as photographers and videographers, as well as professionals in corporate, educational and government sectors who need fast access to important data files, while out in the field or back at the office.

The RAID enclosure enables you to leverage the speed of your M.2 (NGFF) SATA drives by taking advantage of USB 3.1 Gen 2, with data transfer rates of up to 10Gbps. It ensures easy access to your files for data migration and data backups so that you can safeguard important data at all times.

Increase performance and data redundancy

With multiple RAID options, the M.2 RAID enclosure enables you to gain increased storage size, performance, or redundancy. You can enjoy the peace of mind of knowing your files are continually backed up, or take advantage of greater speed and capacity offered by a combined solution. The enclosure supports RAID 0, RAID 1, Spanning, and JBOD, enabling you to choose your preferred backup mode. It also supports SSD TRIM to prolong drive lifespan and performance.

Make your data more portable

The dual M.2 SATA enclosure provides a highly portable storage solution. With its compact design, you can tuck it away inside your laptop bag or carrying case and take it anywhere - to the office, the lab, or for mobile use, so that you can access your data wherever you go. Engineered with a solid aluminum housing, the dual-slot M.2 SATA enclosure helps to safeguard your data wherever you go.

The M.2 SATA RAID enclosure is powered directly from the USB port on your device, so no external power is required. It comes with two USB cables (USB-C to Micro-B and USB-A to Micro-B) for flexible use with the latest laptops and tablets equipped with a USB-Type C™ port as well as legacy devices. The enclosure is OS independent, with no additional software or driver installation required, and is compatiIt’s also compatible with a Thunderbolt™ 3 USB-C port.

The SM22BU31C3R includes all required drive installation tools and hardware and is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.

Specifications

Storage

Storage drive sizeM.2
Supported storage drive interfacesM.2, Serial ATA, Serial ATA II, Serial ATA III
Number of storage drives supported2
Supported storage drive lengths80 mm
RAID levels0, 1, BIG, JBOD
Maximum storage capacity2 TB

Ports & interfaces

USB connectivityYes
USB version3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2)
USB connector typeMicro-USB B
USB connector genderFemale
USB ports quantity1
Integrated USB cableNo
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Design

Product typeSSD enclosure
Product colourBlack
MaterialAluminium
LED indicatorsYes
Number of fans0 fan(s)
CertificationCE, FCC

Performance

Data transfer rate10 Gbit/s
ChipsetASMedia - ASM1352R
UASP supportYes
Mean time between failures (MTBF)35000 h
Port multiplierYes

Power

Power source typeUSB

Operational conditions

Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 60 °C
Storage temperature (T-T)-20 - 70 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)0 - 90%

Weight & dimensions

Width80 mm
Depth100 mm
Height15 mm
Weight96 g
Package width131 mm
Package depth162 mm
Package height32 mm
Package weight195 g

Packaging content

Cables includedUSB
Screws includedYes
Screwdriver includedYes
ManualYes

Technical details

Compliance certificatesRoHS

Manuals & downloads

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