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StarTech.com M.2 SSD Enclosure for M.2 SATA Drives - USB 3.1 (10Gbps) - USB-C

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SM21BMU31CI3
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StarTech.com M.2 SSD Enclosure for M.2 SATA Drives - USB 3.1 G - USB-C - Portable M.2 External Enclosure - (SM21BMU31CI3)

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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

Good to know

Storage

  • Card reader integrated
    No
  • Hot-swap
    No
  • NVMe
    No
  • Number of storage drives supported
    1.000000
  • Storage drive size
    M.2

Ports & interfaces

  • DC-in jack
    No
  • FireWire 400
    No
  • FireWire 800
    No
  • Integrated USB cable
    No
  • USB connectivity
    No

Product Design

  • Built-in display
    No
  • Certification
    REACH, CE, FCC
  • Key lock
    No
  • LED indicators
    Power, Activity
  • On/off switch
    No

System requirements

  • Mac compatibility
    No

Full Specs

    Logistics data
    • Harmonized System (HS) code
      84733080
    Other features
    • Type
      SSD enclosure
    System requirements
    • Mac compatibility
      No
    Power
    • External power adapter
      No
    • Power source type
      USB
    Operational conditions
    • Operating relative humidity (H-H)
      20 - 80
    • Operating temperature (T-T)
      5 - 35
    • Storage temperature (T-T)
      -20 - 50
    Technical details
    • Compliance certificates
      RoHS
    • Sustainability certificates
      RoHS
    • USB powered
      No
    Weight & dimensions
    • Cable length
      0.145000
    • Package depth
      98.000000
    • Package height
      30.000000
    • Package weight
      110.000000
    • Package width
      168.000000
    Product Design
    • Built-in display
      No
    • Certification
      REACH, CE, FCC
    • Key lock
      No
    • LED indicators
      Power, Activity
    • On/off switch
      No
    • Rack mounting
      No
    Storage
    • Card reader integrated
      No
    • Hot-swap
      No
    • NVMe
      No
    • Number of storage drives supported
      1.000000
    • Storage drive size
      M.2
    • Supported storage drive interfaces
      M.2
    Performance
    • Backup function
      No
    • Chipset
      JMicron - JMS580
    • Hardware encryption
      No
    • Mean time between failures (MTBF)
      50000.000000
    • Plug and Play
      No
    • S.M.A.R.T. support
      No
    • UASP support
      No
    Ports & interfaces
    • DC-in jack
      No
    • FireWire 400
      No
    • FireWire 800
      No
    • Integrated USB cable
      No
    • USB connectivity
      No
    • USB connector gender
      Male connector
    • USB connector type
      USB Type-C
    • USB version
      3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2)
    • Wi-Fi
      No
    Packaging content
    • AC adapter included
      No
    • Manual
      No
    • Outer case
      No
    • Quick installation guide
      No
    • Screwdriver included
      No
    • Screws included
      No
    • Spacer included
      No
    • Stand included
      No
    • Storage drive adapter included
      No
    • Travel pouch
      No
    • User guide
      No

More Information

Specifications

  • Type
    SSD enclosure
  • Plug and Play
    No
  • Integrated USB cable
    No
  • Manual
    No
  • USB version
    3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2)
  • Storage drive size
    M.2
  • USB connectivity
    No
  • Screws included
    No
  • UASP support
    No
  • Supported storage drive interfaces
    M.2
  • USB connector gender
    Male connector
  • Screwdriver included
    No
  • Operating relative humidity (H-H)
    20 - 80
  • Chipset
    JMicron - JMS580
  • Storage temperature (T-T)
    -20 - 50
  • Operating temperature (T-T)
    5 - 35
  • Harmonized System (HS) code
    84733080
  • Certification
    REACH, CE, FCC
  • LED indicators
    Power, Activity
  • USB connector type
    USB Type-C
  • Power source type
    USB
  • Sustainability certificates
    RoHS
  • Compliance certificates
    RoHS
  • Mean time between failures (MTBF)
    50000
  • Package weight
    110
  • Cable length
    0.145
  • Package depth
    98
  • Package height
    30
  • Package width
    168
  • Number of storage drives supported
    1

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