StarTech Portable M.2 SATA SSD to USB 3.0 USB-A Enclosure / Adapter
StarTech Portable M.2 SATA SSD to USB 3.0 USB-A Enclosure / Adapter
- Turn your M.2 SATA SSD into an ultra-fast and portable storage solution for USB 2.0/3.0 enabled computers
- Compatible with USB 3.0 computers such as MacBook, HP Probook & Samsung Chromebook and desktop computers with a standard USB2.0/3.0 USB port
- Supports USB 1.1/2.0/3.0 (Up to 5Gbps)
- Solid aluminium housing with ventilation holes for optimum heat dissipation
- Broad compatibility with support for the most common M.2 SATA SSDs (30mm, 42mm, 60mm, 80mm)
- Works with B+M Key M.2 SATA SSDs, such as Sandisk X300, Crucial MX300, Samsung 850 Evo, WD Blue, MyDigitalSSD SB2
- Supports SATA I/II/III (1.5, 3, 6Gbps)
- Condition: New
- Warranty: 1 Yr
Turn your M.2 SATA SSD drive into an ultra-fast, ultra-portable storage solution for USB 2.0/3.0 enabled devices
Note, this enclosure comes with a cable for systems with a standard USB Type A connector. If you have a computer with the newer USB 3.1 type-C port, then we recommend you purchase the StarTech M.2 SATA SSD to USB 3.1 USB-C Enclosure.
A truly portable solution
This slim, pocket-sized M.2 SATA SSD enclosure has been specially designed for mobility, with a small form factor design that fits easily into your laptop bag. Its lightweight yet durable aluminium 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.
Maximise the performance of your M.2 SSD
Leverage the speed of your M.2 SATA solid state drive with this external enclosure. It delivers USB 3.0 data transfer speeds up to 5Gbps and includes UASP support, so you can achieve higher transfer speeds when you connect it to a UASP-enabled host computer.
The enclosure is very widely compatible and works with tablets, laptops and desktop computers with a USB 2.0/3.0 port.
Applications
- Combine this enclosure with any M.2 SATA SSDs to create your own high performance external storage device.
- Repurpose an M.2 SATA SSD as a USB 3.0 external drive
- Clone your existing SSD to a new M.2 SATA SSD using software before upgrading. Macrium Reflect has free versions for cloning and partition resizing.
Compatible with:
- The enclosure is compatible with all standard M.2 SATA SSDs, and enables you to mount multiple drive lengths, including: 30mm (2230), 42mm (2242), 60mm (2260), and 80mm (2280).
- Supports USB 3.0/2.0/1.1 (5 Gbps / 480 Mbps / 1.5 Mbps)
- Works with B+M Key M.2 SATA SSDs, such as Sandisk X300, Crucial MX300, Samsung 850 Evo, WD Blue, MyDigitalSSD SB2 (note, official Star-tech specs say 'B' key which just means it needs a 'B' key or 'B' + 'M', not an 'M' key on it's own, which would indicate a PCIe SSD). Read more about M.2 SSD's.
NOT Compatible with:
- PCIe M.2 SSD's, such as the Samsung 960 Evo/Pro, SM961, MyDigitalSSD BPX
- SATA or PCIe SSD's pulled from Mac Computers. To find enclosures for your Mac SSD, look up your model here.
What's in the box
- Enclosure/Case
- Small Screwdriver
- Screws to secure the faceplate
- 30cm USB 3.0 Type-A cable
- Cable connector 1 - USB Type Micro-B (connects to the case)
- Cable connector 2 - USB Type-A (connects to the host computer)
- User Guide