Dual-Slot M.2 Drive to SATA Adapter for 2.5" Drive Bay - RAID
Create high-performance storage with configurable RAID, by installing two M.2 SATA SSDs into a 2.5” SATA interface
Product ID: S322M225R
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- Install two M.2 SSD drives into a single 2.5” drive bay
- Multiple RAID modes supported: RAID 0, 1, spanning, or JBOD
- Open-frame steel mounting bracket with 2.5” SATA form factor housing
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Boost your system performance by enhancing the capacity, speed and security of your data storage. This two-drive M.2 to SATA adapter lets you install two M.2 SATA drives instead of a SATA platter drive, in a single 2.5” drive bay, and increase your storage options by configuring a powerful RAID array.
Build a RAID array to enhance system performance
The dual M.2 to SATA adapter supports multiple RAID modes, including RAID 0, 1, or spanning, helping you to achieve greater SSD capacity or data redundancy, depending on your selected RAID mode. The SSD adapter also supports non-RAID operation (JBOD) when paired with a port-multiplying SATA controller, so both drives can be used independently of one another.
Maximize file transfer speeds
The M.2 SATA SSD adapter lets you utilize the full potential of your SATA III controller. Using M.2 SATA SSDs in place of a platter drive reduces your data transfer bottlenecks, giving you file transfer speeds of up to 6Gbps.
The M.2 NGFF SATA RAID adapter also provides TRIM support to enhance the stability and performance of your M.2 NGFF SSDs.
Easy installation
This open-frame adapter is easy to install as it comes with all the necessary installation hardware and doesn’t require any extra software or drivers, to get you up and running quickly.
The S322M225R is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.
Applications
- Add data redundancy to your system or increase the storage capacity of your system through RAID
- Retrieve or back up data from M.2 (NGFF) drives using a standard SATA interface
Partner Numbers
- Exertis 0010181191
- Ingram Micro UK V934218
- CMS Distribution V209686
- UPC 065030875141
Compatibility
OS independent; No software or drivers required
Specifications
| Warranty Information | Warranty | 2 Years |
|---|---|---|
| Connector(s) | 2 - Drive Connectors | M.2 (SATA, B-Key, NGFF) |
| 1 - Host Connectors | SATA Data & Power Combo (7+15 pin) | |
| Environmental | Operating Temperature | +5°C to +50°C (+41°F to +122°F) |
| Storage Temperature | -25°C to +70°C (-13°F to +158°F) | |
| Humidity | 15% to 90% | |
| Hardware | Interface | SATA |
| Number of Drives | 2 | |
| Compatible Drive Types | M.2 (SATA, B-Key, NGFF) | |
| Drive Installation | Fixed | |
| Supported Drive Height(s) | 2230 | |
| 2242 | ||
| 2260 | ||
| 2280 | ||
| Chipset ID | ASMedia - ASM1092R | |
| Packaging Information | Shipping (Package) Weight | 110 g [3.9 oz] |
| Package Length | 14.2 cm [5.6 in] | |
| Package Width | 17.2 cm [6.8 in] | |
| Package Height | 30 mm [1.2 in] | |
| Performance | Maximum Data Transfer Rate | 6 Gbps |
| TRIM Support | Yes | |
| S.M.A.R.T. Support | Yes | |
| Type and Rate | SATA III (6 Gbps) | |
| Port Multiplier | Yes | |
| Hardware Raid Supported | Yes | |
| Supported RAID Modes | RAID 0 (Striped Disks) | |
| Hot Swap Capability | No | |
| Supported RAID Modes | RAID 1 (Mirrored Disks) | |
| JBOD - (Just a Bunch of Disks) | ||
| BIG (Spanning or Concatenation) | ||
| General Specifications | Not compatible with M.2 NVMe or AHCI PCI-Express SSDs In order to see multiple drives in JBOD mode, your computer’s SATA controller must also support Port Multiplier. |
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| Physical Characteristics | Color | Red |
| Material | Steel | |
| Product Length | 100 mm [3.9 in] | |
| Product Width | 70 mm [2.8 in] | |
| Product Height | 7 mm [0.3 in] | |
| Weight of Product | 41 g [1.4 oz] | |
| Software | OS Compatibility | OS independent; No software or drivers required |
| Special Notes / Requirements | Note | TRIM and SMART have limited support while in a RAID configuration. A SATA controller with Port Multiplier support is required, in addition to the product configured in JBOD mode, to provide full TRIM and SMART support. |
| What's in the Box | 1 - Included in Package | dual M.2 to SATA host adapter |
| 2 - Included in Package | sets of drive-mounting hardware | |
| 4 - Included in Package | adapter-mounting screws | |
| 1 - Included in Package | quick-start guide |
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Live Chat (opens in new window)Manual(s):
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s322m225r_raid_host_adapter_manual.pdf
- Language: EN
Datasheet
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s322m225r_Datasheet.pdf
- Datasheet
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Troubleshooting
In order to rebuild a RAID array, you need to replace a physical drive with an identical drive on the same RAID controller. Although standard RAID levels are generally agreed upon throughout the industry, the implementation varies between manufacturers. RAID arrays are typically not accessible when they are moved to another controller, and data may be unrecoverable if the drives are out of order or have been formatted or accessed by another RAID controller.
If a RAID controller has failed, you should get the exact same model of RAID controller.
Note: If a drive or drives were damaged, it is possible that the RAID array may be permanently unrecoverable.
RAID should not be considered a replacement for backing up your data. If critical data is going onto a RAID array, you should back up the data on another physical drive or logical set of drives.
Rebuild a RAID array
With the following RAID modes, recovery is possible using the same StarTech.com product. Refer to the following table for the appropriate method to use to recover your RAID array.
| RAID mode | Max # of failed drives | Procedure |
| RAID 1 | Only one drive is needed for recovery. |
The array will rebuild and is accessible during the rebuilding process. |
| RAID 3 | Single drive failure will rebuild. |
Note: Do not change the order of the drives.
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| RAID 5 | Single drive failure will rebuild. |
Note: Do not change the order of the drives.
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| RAID 10 | Only one drive in a mirrored set can fail. |
Note: Do not change the order of the drives.
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Before You Buy
Although M.2 SSDs come in similar form factors, only an M.2 SATA drive with an NGFF B key will operate with this device. M.2 drives that are PCIe or have a different key position are not compatible with this device.
This device can adapt an M.2 SATA drive to standard SATA connections, which is not possible for a PCIe based M.2 drive. The key type refers to the connector type on the M.2 SATA drive. B key can be M.2 PCIe x2 or SATA, so it is important that you check the specifications of the drive to see if it supports SATA.
Note: Not all StarTech.com devices support each of the RAID modes described below. For more information on the RAID modes that your device supports, refer to the manual or the StarTech.com product page.
Redundant Array of Independent Disks (RAID) is a virtual disk technology that combines multiple physical drives into one unit. RAID can create redundancy, improve performance, or do both.
RAID should not be considered a replacement for backing up your data. If critical data is going onto a RAID array, it should be backed up to another physical drive or logical set of drives.
The following are terms that are normally used in connection with RAID:
- Striping: data is split between multiple disks.
- Mirroring: data is mirrored between multiple disks.
- Parity: also referred to as a checksum. Parity is a calculated value used to mathematically rebuild data.
Different RAID levels exist for different application requirements.
Refer to the following table for the list of RAID modes offered by some StarTech.com products:
| RAID mode | Description | Operation | Advantages | Disadvantages | Recovery |
| RAID 0 | Striped disks | Data is split evenly between two or more disks. | Large size and the fastest speed. | No redundancy. | If one or more drives fails, this results in array failure. |
| RAID 1 | Mirrored disks | Two or more drives have identical data on them. | A single drive failure will not result in data loss. | Speed and size is limited by the slowest and smallest disk. | Only one drive is needed for recovery. |
| RAID 3 | Striped set with dedicated parity | Data is split evenly between two or more disks, plus a dedicated drive for parity storage. | High speeds for sequential read/write operations. | Poor performance for multiple simultaneous instructions. | A single drive failure will rebuild. |
| RAID 5 | Striped disks with distributed parity | Data is split evenly between three or more disks. Parity is split between disks. | Large size, fast speed, and redundancy. | The total array size is reduced by parity. | A single drive failure will rebuild. |
| RAID 10 | 1+0; Striped set of Mirrored Subset | Four or more drives are made into two mirrors that are striped. | Larger size and higher speed than RAID-1, and more redundancy than RAID-0. | No parity. | Only one drive in a mirrored set can fail. |
| JBOD | Just a Bunch Of Disks | Any number of drives are accessed independently by the operating system. | Software RAID modes can be used. | Hardware RAID may have better performance. | N/A |
| Big | Spanning or Concatenation | Data is written on one drive until it is full, and then the next drive(s) until it or they are full. | Creates a very large and simple array. |
No redundancy. |
N/A |
| Clone | RAID 1 + Spare |
Two drives have identical data, plus one drive is used for rebuilding in case of a primary array failure. |
Seamless operation when one drive fails in a RAID-1 array. | Spare drive is not accessible to the user. | Only one drive is needed for recovery. |
Compliance and safety
Compliance letters
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RoHS & REACH Certificate of Compliance
- Language: English
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Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE)
- Language: English
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Country of Origin (COO)
- Language: English
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Declaration of Conformity (DOC)
- Language: English
Safety Measures
- If product has an exposed circuit board, do not touch the product under power.
- If Class 1 Laser Product. Laser radiation is present when the system is open.
- Wiring terminations should not be made with the product and/or electric lines under power.
- Product installation and/or mounting should be completed by a certified professional as per the local safety and building code guidelines.
- Cables (including power and charging cables) should be placed and routed to avoid creating electric, tripping or safety hazards.
*Product appearance and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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