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M.2 SSD Enclosure for M.2 SATA SSDs – USB 3.0 (5Gbps) with UASP

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  • NOTE: Not compatible with M.2 NVMe or AHCI PCI-Express SSDs. Please confirm you have a SATA M.2 drive before purchasing by referring to your M.2 drive specifications, or contact the drive manufacturer to confirm
  • BROAD COMPATIBILITY: The enclosure supports most common SATA M.2 SSDs including 30mm, 42mm, 60mm and 80mm and is also compatible with SATA revisions I/II/III (1.5 / 3.0 / 6.0 Gbps).
  • INCREASED PERFORMANCE: Boost external performance with this M.2 SDD enclosure by turning your SATA M.2 solid state drive into a high speed USB 3.0 thumb drive; The enclosure also supports UASP
  • PORTABLE & NO DRIVER INSTALLATION: This black lightweight M.2 SATA SSD enclosure offers perfect portability; It supports any operating system with no additional software or drivers required
  • BUILT TO LAST: This portable hard drive enclosure protects your drive from damage; The M.2 NGFF features specially engineered ventilation holes which help maintain a cooler operating environment

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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.

maximize heat dissipation with ventilation holes specially engineered to increase air flow

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.

UASP Speed Diagram

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

UASP Speed Diagram

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


Applications

  • Re-purpose an M.2 SATA SSD as a USB 3.0 external drive
  • Carry with your laptop for a highly portable external storage solution
  • Transfer files to or from your external drive faster, by using a high performance SATA M.2 SSD as your external drive

Compatibility

  • OS Independent
OS independent; No software or drivers required

Specifications

Warranty Information
Warranty
2 Years

Connector(s)
Drive Connectors
1 – M.2 (SATA, B-Key, NGFF)
Host Connectors
1 – USB 3.0 Micro-B (10 pin, SuperSpeed)

Environmental
Operating Temperature
0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F)
Storage Temperature
-10°C to 85°C (14°F to 185°F)
Humidity
5% to 95% RH

Hardware
Interface
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps)
Bus Type
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps)
Number of Drives
1
Compatible Drive Types
M.2 (SATA, B-Key, NGFF)
M.2 (SATA, B+M-Key, NGFF)
Drive Installation
Fixed
Chipset ID
ASMedia – ASM1153E

Packaging Information
Package Height
1,3 in [3,2 cm]
Package Length
6,2 in [15,8 cm]
Shipping (Package) Weight
4,4 oz [126,0 g]
Package Width
5,2 in [13,2 cm]
Package Quantity
1

Performance
Maximum Data Transfer Rate
5 Gbps
Type and Rate
USB 3.0 – 5 Gbit/s
UASP Support
Yes
TRIM Support
No
4Kn Support
Yes
Type and Rate
SATA III (6 Gbps)
General Specifications
Not compatible with M.2 NVMe or AHCI PCI-Express SSDs

Physical Characteristics
Weight of Product
1,8 oz [50 g]
Color
Black
Material
Aluminum
Product Length
3,9 in [10 cm]
Product Width
1,4 in [3,5 cm]
Product Height
0,6 in [1,5 cm]

Power
Power Source
USB-Powered
Input Voltage
5V DC
Output Voltage
5 DC

Software
OS Compatibility
OS independent; No software or drivers required

Special Notes / Requirements
Note
Windows 7 and earlier Windows versions do not support TRIM with USB to SATA devices.

What’s in the Box
Included in Package
1 – USB 3.0 to M.2 NGFF SSD Enclosure
1 – USB 3.0 Cable
1 – SSD screw kit
1 – Mini screw driver
1 – Instruction manual

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