StarTech.com 2.5in SATA Hard Drive Enclosure, USB 3.1

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RS Stock No.:
179-8105
Distrelec Article No.:
302-31-570
Mfr. Part No.:
S251BMU313
Brand:
StarTech.com
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Brand

StarTech.com

Drive Size

2.5in

Drive Interface

SATA

Port Types

USB 3.1

Body Material

Aluminium

Dimensions

123 x 12 x 75mm

Height

12mm

Length

123mm

Width

75mm

COO (Country of Origin):
TW

S251BMU313 USB 3.1 External Hard Drive Enclosure


Now, access your data in record time with the superior performance of USB 3.1 Gen 2 (10 Gbps). This single-drive enclosure gives you a powerful external storage solution.

Ultra fast, ultra portable data storage
The enclosure turns your 2.5in SATA solid-state or hard drive into ultra-fast, ultra portable data storage. Its lightweight, compact design allows it to be tucked easily into a laptop bag or carrying case. Engineered with a durable and sleek brushed Aluminium housing, it’s equipped to keep your data safe and secure wherever you go.

Harness the speed of USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB 3.1 Gen 2 gives you greater bandwidth and speed with file transfer rates of up to 10 Gbps - twice the speed of USB 3.0 (USB 3.1 Gen 1) technology. It lets you leverage the high performance of the latest SSDs and hard drives, while alleviating bottlenecks in your data transfers.

Powered directly from the USB port
The enclosure connects easily to a host computer through USB 3.1 Gen 2, with no external power required. It is equipped with a USB A to Micro B cable, providing backward compatibility with existing USB ports or hardware. It also provides UASP support for enhanced performance.

The S251BMU313 is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.

Features & Benefits


• Create an ultra-fast USB 3.1 Gen 2 (10 Gbps) storage solution for a single 2.5” SSD or HDD drive
• Supports SATA I, II and III (up to 6 Gbps)
• Compact, portable design in a sleek brushed Aluminium enclosure
• UASP support for enhanced performance
• Powered directly from the USB port
• USB A to Micro B cable for easy compatibility
• Backward compatible with USB 3.0, 2.0 and 1.x

Applications


• Take advantage of new laptops and desktops with ultra-fast USB 3.1 Gen 2 (10 Gbps) connectivity
• Create a fast, portable external storage solution for desktops, laptops or netbooks with this metal enclosure, providing durable performance in demanding environments
• Use your SATA SSD/HDDs at maximum speed
• Back up important data to an external storage device
• Share large files between computers quickly and securely without a network
• Retrieve data from old SATA drive, or turn the unused drive into additional external storage space

What’s in the package?


• USB 3.1 to SATA enclosure
• USB 3.1 A to Micro B cable - 18 inches
• 7mm - 9.5mm SSD spacer
• Protective case
• Assembly screws
• Screwdriver
• Quick start guide

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