StarTech.com Dual M.2 Enclosure - RAID USB 3.1 Gen 2

Dual M.2 SATA Enclosure - RAID - USB 3.1 Gen 2 USB C / USB A
Dual-Slot Drive Enclosure for M.2 SATA SSDs - USB 3.1 (10Gbps) - RAID
"Turn two M.2 SATA drives into ultra-fast, portable storage with RAID for increased performance or redundancy - Dual-Slot M.2 NGFF SATA Enclosure - USB 3.1 - RAID"
2 Year warranty

This dual M.2 SATA enclosure with RAID makes it easy to add ultra-fast, portable external storage to your USB-C™ or USB-A enabled laptop, tablet, smartphone or desktop computer. Its multiple RAID modes provide increased capacity, improved performance, or data redundancy.

Access your external data at greater speeds

Quickly access, transfer, and backup your files wherever you go. This dual-slot M.2 RAID enclosure enables you to easily access your data by creating a high-performance, ultra-portable storage solution using two M.2 (NGFF) SATA SSDs. It’s ideal for creative professionals, such as photographers and videographers, as well as professionals in corporate, educational and government sectors who need fast access to important data files, while out in the field or back at the office.

The RAID enclosure enables you to leverage the speed of your M.2 (NGFF) SATA drives by taking advantage of USB 3.1 Gen 2, with data transfer rates of up to 10Gbps. It ensures easy access to your files for data migration and data backups so that you can safeguard important data at all times.

Increase performance and data redundancy

With multiple RAID options, the M.2 RAID enclosure enables you to gain increased storage size, performance, or redundancy. You can enjoy the peace of mind of knowing your files are continually backed up, or take advantage of greater speed and capacity offered by a combined solution. The enclosure supports RAID 0, RAID 1, Spanning, and JBOD, enabling you to choose your preferred backup mode. It also supports SSD TRIM to prolong drive lifespan and performance.

Make your data more portable

The dual M.2 SATA enclosure provides a highly portable storage solution. With its compact design, you can tuck it away inside your laptop bag or carrying case and take it anywhere - to the office, the lab, or for mobile use, so that you can access your data wherever you go. Engineered with a solid aluminum housing, the dual-slot M.2 SATA enclosure helps to safeguard your data wherever you go.

The M.2 SATA RAID enclosure is powered directly from the USB port on your device, so no external power is required. It comes with two USB cables (USB-C to Micro-B and USB-A to Micro-B) for flexible use with the latest laptops and tablets equipped with a USB-Type C™ port as well as legacy devices. The enclosure is OS independent, with no additional software or driver installation required, and is compatiIt’s also compatible with a Thunderbolt™ 3 USB-C port. 

 The SM22BU31C3R includes all required drive installation tools and hardware and is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.

Hardware
Supported Drive Height(s)	2260
	2280
Indicators
LED Indicators	Error / Rebuilt (red)
	Read / Write (green)
Packaging Information
Package Height	32 mm [1.3 in]
Package Length	16.5 cm [6.5 in]
Package Width	13.1 cm [5.2 in]
Shipping (Package) Weight	195 g [6.9 oz]
Performance
4Kn Support	Yes
General Specifications	Not compatible with M.2 NVMe or AHCI PCI-Express SSDs
Hardware Raid Supported	Yes
Max Drive Capacity	2 TB
Maximum Data Transfer Rate	10 Gbps
MTBF	35,000
Port Multiplier	Yes
Supported RAID Modes	BIG (Spanning or Concatenation)
	JBOD - (Just a Bunch of Disks)
	RAID 0 (Striped Disks)
	RAID 1 (Mirrored Disks)
TRIM Support	Yes
Type and Rate	SATA III (6 Gbps)
	USB 3.1 Gen 2 - 10 Gbit/s
UASP Support	Yes
Physical Characteristics
Color	Black
Material	Aluminum
Max Drive Height	80 mm [3.1 in]
Product Height	1.5 cm [0.6 in]
Product Length	10 cm [3.9 in]
Product Width	80 mm [3.1 in]
Weight of Product	96 g [3.4 oz]
Power
Power Source	USB-Powered
Prominence
Description CDW 75 - 1st Line	StarTech.com Dual M.2 Enclosure - RAID - USB 3.1 (10Gbps) - USB C and USB-A
Software
OS Compatibility	OS independent; No software or drivers required
Hardware
Supported Drive Height(s)	2242
	2230
Number of Drives	2
Interface	USB 3.1 Gen 2
Fan(s)	No
Drive Size	22mm - M.2 SATA
Drive Installation	Fixed
Compatible Drive Types	M.2 (SATA, B-Key, NGFF)
Chipset ID	ASMedia - ASM1352R
Bus Type	USB 3.1 Gen 2
Environmental
Storage Temperature	-20°C to 70°C (-4°F to 158°F)
Operating Temperature	0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F)
Humidity	0% ~ 90% RH
Connector(s)
Host Connectors	USB 3.1 USB Type Micro-B (10 pin, Gen 2, 10 Gbps) Male
Drive Connectors	M.2 (SATA, B-Key, NGFF)
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	housing assembly screws
	M.2 SATA enclosure
	quick-start guide
	screwdriver
	sets of M.2 mounting hardware
	USB-A to Micro-B cable - 18.5 inches
	USB-C to Micro-B cable - 18.5 inches

Manufacturer Information:https://www.startech.com/en-au/SM22BU31C3R