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 |
| Supported storage drive interfaces |
M.2 |
| Storage drive size |
M.2 |
| Ports & interfaces |
|---|
| Integrated USB cable |
Yes |
| USB connector gender |
Male |
| USB connector type |
USB Type-C |
| USB version |
3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) |
| USB connectivity |
Yes |
| Design |
|---|
| Certification |
REACH, CE, FCC |
| LED indicators |
Activity, Power |
| Material |
Aluminium |
| Product colour |
Black |
| Product type |
SSD enclosure |
| Performance |
|---|
| Plug and Play |
Yes |
| Mean time between failures (MTBF) |
50000 h |
| UASP support |
Yes |
| Chipset |
JMicron - JMS580 |
| Data transfer rate |
6 Gbit/s |
| Power |
|---|
| Power source type |
USB |
| Operational conditions |
|---|
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) |
20 - 80% |
| Storage temperature (T-T) |
-20 - 50 °C |
| Operating temperature (T-T) |
5 - 35 °C |
| Weight & dimensions |
|---|
| Package weight |
110 g |
| Package height |
30 mm |
| Package depth |
98 mm |
| Package width |
168 mm |
| Cable length |
0.145 m |
| Weight |
95 g |
| Height |
14 mm |
| Depth |
50 mm |
| Width |
110 mm |
| Packaging content |
|---|
| Manual |
Yes |
| Screwdriver included |
Yes |
| Screws included |
Yes |
| Technical details |
|---|
| Compliance certificates |
RoHS |
| Logistics data |
|---|
| Harmonized System (HS) code |
84733080 |
