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

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SM21BMU31C3
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StarTech.com M.2 SSD Enclosure for M.2 SATA SSDs - USB 3.1 (10Gbps) with USB-C Cable - External Enclosure for USB-C Host - Aluminum
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  • Leverage your SATA M.2 SSD to add fast external storage to your USB-C enabled host (USB-C cable included)
  • Supports USB 3.1 Gen 2 (10Gbps)
  • Compatible with Thunderbolt 3 USB-C port
  • Solid aluminum housing with ventilation for optimum heat dissipation
  • Broad compatibility with support for the most common M.2 SATA SSDs (30mm, 42mm, 60mm, 80mm)
  • Not compatible with M.2 NVMe or AHCI PCI-Express SSDs
Storage
Number of storage drives supported1
Storage drive sizeM.2
Number of storage drives installed0
Supported storage drive interfacesM.2
Supported storage drive lengths80 mm
Ports & interfaces
USB version3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2)
USB connectivityYes
USB connector typeMicro-USB B
USB connector genderFemale
USB ports quantity1
Integrated USB cableNo
Technical details
Plug and PlayYes
MaterialAluminium
LED indicatorsActivity, Power
Data transfer rate10 Gbit/s
Product colourBlack, Silver
ChipsetASMedia - ASM1351
USB version3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2)
Harmonized System (HS) code84733080
Compliance certificatesRoHS
Design
Product typeSSD enclosure
CertificationCE, FCC, TAA, REACH
MaterialAluminium
LED indicatorsActivity, Power
Product colourBlack, Silver
Performance
UASP supportYes
Mean time between failures (MTBF)1000000 h
Plug and PlayYes
Data transfer rate10 Gbit/s
ChipsetASMedia - ASM1351
Power
Power source typeUSB
Packaging data
Package weight139 g
Package width161 mm
Package depth131 mm
Package height32 mm
Certificates
CertificationCE, FCC, TAA, REACH
Operational conditions
Storage temperature (T-T)-10 - 65 °C
Storage relative humidity (H-H)5 - 95%
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 40 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)10 - 90%
Weight & dimensions
Weight61 g
Width42 mm
Depth99 mm
Height13 mm
Package weight139 g
Package width161 mm
Package depth131 mm
Package height32 mm
Packaging content
Screws includedYes
Quick installation guideYes
Screwdriver includedYes
Cables includedUSB
Logistics data
Harmonized System (HS) code84733080

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SM21BMU31C3
SM2NGFFMBU33
90DD02H0-M09000
130530
MSNX1001B
90DD02H0-M09010
Description
Turn your M.2 SATA drive into an ultra-fast, ultra-portable storage solution for USB-C enabled devices

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.

The StarTech.com Advantage

- Leverage your SATA M.2 SSD to add fast external storage to your USB-C enabled host (USB-C cable included)
- Supports USB 3.1 Gen 2 (10Gbps)
- Compatible with Thunderbolt 3 USB-C port
Turn your solid state drive into an ultra-portable pocket drive

The SM2NGFFMBU33 external USB 3.0 to M.2 (NGFF) enclosure turns your SATA M.2 solid state drive into a portable, high speed USB 3.0 drive.

Get higher external performance by using an M.2 SSD in place of a platter drive, harnessing the full potential of your USB 3.0 computer system. The enclosure supports UASP, enabling you to achieve transfer speeds up to 70% faster than traditional USB 3.0 when used with a UASP-enabled host computer.

This slim, pocket-sized SSD enclosure has been specifically engineered for mobility. The enclosure features a lightweight yet durable design, which fits easily into your pocket or laptop bag. For further convenience, the enclosure is powered entirely using the USB host bus and requires no external power adapter.

Durable aluminum construction helps to ensure your drive won't be damaged while you're on the move. Plus, to maximize heat dissipation the enclosure features specially engineered ventilation holes which help maintain a cooler operating environment for optimal performance and a longer life span for your drive.

For wide compatibility with all of the common M.2 solid state drives, the enclosure can mount multiple drive heights including: 2242, 2260, and 2280.

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

Improved Performance with UASP

UASP is supported in Windows 8, Mac OSX (10.8 or above), and Linux. In testing UASP performs with a 70% faster read speed and 40% faster write speed over traditional USB 3.0 at peak performance.

At the same peak in testing UASP also shows an 80% reduction in required processor resources.

Testing results were obtained using an Intel® Ivy Bridge system, a UASP enabled StarTech.com Enclosure, and a SATA III solid state drive.

The StarTech.com Advantage
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Short Description
StarTech.com M.2 SSD Enclosure for M.2 SATA SSDs - USB 3.1 (10Gbps) with USB-C Cable - External Enclosure for USB-C Host - Aluminum
StarTech.com M.2 SSD Aluminum Enclosure to USB 3.0 (5Gbps) with UASP - Black - M.2 NGFF SATA with B Key & B+M Key - External M.2 Portable Enclosure - Not Compatible with NVMe / AHCI (SM2NGFFMBU33)
M.2, USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type C, 10 Gb/s
M.2 NVMe SSD Enclosure, USB-C Female Connection, 10 Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen2 aka USB 3.1), UASP-compliant, SuperSpeed+ USB, Aluminum, Black, Three Year Warranty
M.2 to 2.5" SATA Enclosure Type B & B+M (Not only M)
M.2, USB3.2 Gen 2, 10 Gbps, 124.5 x 47.7 x 10.9 mm, 98 g
Manufacturer
StarTech.com
StarTech.com
ASUS
Manhattan
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