Portable M.2 SATA to USB Adapter | Attached USB-C Cable<br/><br/>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.<br/><br/>Truly Portable<br/><br/>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.<br/><br/>Durable Aluminum Design<br/><br/>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.<br/><br/>Use your M.2 SATA Drive for External Storage<br/><br/>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.<br/><br/>Broad Compatibility<br/><br/>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.<br/><br/>SM21BMU31CI3 is backed by a 2-year StarTech.com warranty and free lifetime technical support.
Technical specifications
Storage
| Number of storage drives supported | 1 |
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| Storage drive size | M.2 |
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| Supported storage drive interfaces | M.2 |
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Ports & interfaces
| USB connectivity | Yes |
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| USB version | 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) |
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| USB connector type | USB Type-C |
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| USB connector gender | Male |
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| Integrated USB cable | Yes |
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Design
| Product type | SSD enclosure |
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| Product colour | Black |
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| Material | Aluminium |
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| LED indicators | Activity, Power |
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| Certification | REACH, CE, FCC |
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Performance
| Data transfer rate | 6 Gbit/s |
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| Chipset | JMicron - JMS580 |
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| UASP support | Yes |
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| Mean time between failures (MTBF) | 50000 h |
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| Plug and Play | Yes |
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Power
Operational conditions
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 5 - 35 °C |
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| Storage temperature (T-T) | -20 - 50 °C |
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| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 20 - 80% |
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Weight & dimensions
| Width | 110 mm |
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| Depth | 50 mm |
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| Height | 14 mm |
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| Weight | 95 g |
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| Cable length | 0.145 m |
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| Package width | 142 mm |
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| Package depth | 170 mm |
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| Package height | 30 mm |
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| Package weight | 110 g |
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Technical details
| Compliance certificates | RoHS |
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