Description
Create a fast and portable data storage solution for your USB Type-C enabled laptop. Here's a great way to add ultra-fast, ultra-portable data storage to your USB-C enabled tablet or laptop, including MacBook, Chromebook Pixel and Dell XPS 12. This USB 3.1 Gen 2 drive enclosure features a built-in USB-C cable that makes it easy to connect a 2.5 in. SATA hard drive (HDD) or solid-state drive (SSD) to your computer through its USB-C port.
This portable drive enclosure turns your 2.5 in. SATA solid-state drive or hard drive into external data storage that's easy to take with you. Its compact, lightweight design makes it convenient to tuck into your laptop bag or carrying case.
To maximize portability, the enclosure features a built-in USB-C cable, so you never have to worry about forgetting to bring your connector cable with you wherever you go. The cable wraps safely around the enclosure while it's not in use, to prevent damage or tangles and take up less space in your laptop bag. The USB Type-C connector is small and reversible, which makes for easier insertions and less risk of port damage. The drive enclosure is USB powered, with no external power adapter required, which means one less thing to carry with you.
The drive enclosure connects easily to the USB-C port on your laptop or tablet, allowing you to access and store files, faster than ever. This USB 3.1 Gen 2 drive enclosure lets you leverage the high performance of the latest SSDs and hard drives. It supports data transfer rates of up to 10Gbps - twice the speed of USB 3.0 (USB 3.1 Gen 1) technology.
The drive enclosure supports SATA I, II and III (up to 6Gbps) and also supports UASP for enhanced performance.
Engineered with a sleek and durable aluminum housing, the enclosure is equipped to keep your data safe and secure wherever you go. The aluminum housing also helps to distribute heat, to assist with dissipation.
Specifications
Summary
- Product Description
- StarTech.com USB 3.1 (10Gbps) 2.5" SATA SSD/HDD Hard Drive Enclosure - USB-C External Hard Drive Enclosure (S251BU31C3CB) - storage enclosure - SATA 6Gb/s - USB 3.1 (Gen 2)
- Device Type
- Storage enclosure - external
- Bus Type
- USB 3.1 (Gen 2)
- Colour
- Black
- Expansion Bays
- 1 x internal - 2.5"
- Hard Drive Form Factor Compatibility
- 2.5"
- Interface
- SATA 6Gb/s
- Data Transfer Rate
- 6 Gbit/s
- Supported Devices
- Hard drive, solid state drive
- Max Storage Devices Qty
- 1
- Product Material
- Plastic, aluminium
- Power Source
- USB bus
- Dimensions (WxDxH)
- 8.3 cm x 13.8 cm x 1.5 cm
- Weight
- 125 g
- Manufacturer Warranty
- 2-year warranty
Detailed Specification
General
- Device Type
- Storage enclosure - external
- Hard Drive Form Factor Compatibility
- 2.5"
- Hard Drive Maximum Height
- 9.5 mm
- Host Bus
- USB 3.1 (Gen 2)
- Product Material
- Plastic, aluminium
- Colour
- Black
Storage Controller
- Interface
- SATA 6Gb/s
- Data Transfer Rate
- 6 Gbit/s
- Supported Devices
- Hard drive, solid state drive
- Max Storage Devices Qty
- 1
- Processor
- ASMedia ASM1351
Expansion / Connectivity
- Bays
- 1 x internal - 2.5"
- Interfaces
- 1 x SATA 6Gb/s - SATA combo
- Connections
- 1 x USB 3.1 (Gen 2) - 24 pin USB-C
Miscellaneous
- Included Accessories
- Screws
- Cables Included
- 1 x USB-C cable - external
- Features
- LED indicator, UASP transfer protocol, tested with up to 2TB 7200 RPM 2.5" hard drives
- MTBF
- 100,000 hours
- Compliant Standards
- FCC, RoHS
Power
- Power Source
- USB bus
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support
- Limited warranty - 2 years
Dimensions & Weight
- Width
- 8.3 cm
- Depth
- 13.8 cm
- Height
- 1.5 cm
- Weight
- 125 g
Environmental Parameters
- Min Operating Temperature
- 0 °C
- Max Operating Temperature
- 40 °C
- Humidity Range Operating
- 10 - 90%
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