Product ID: M2E1BMU31C
This compact M.2 NVMe SSD Enclosure for PCIe SSDs is a highly portable, high-performance data storage solution for your USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 enabled devices.
Leverage the high speeds of your M.2 NVMe drive, with this external SSD enclosure. It delivers USB 3.1 Gen 2 read/write speeds up to 10Gbps, which is nearly twice the capability of traditional M.2 SATA enclosures and USB 3.1 Gen 1. NVMe allows users to take full advantage of the throughput available to USB 3.1 Gen 2, which would not be possible with a SATA drive.
This fan-less aluminum enclosure features ventilation holes for maximum heat dissipation, ensuring your drive operates noiselessly at an optimal temperature to preserve performance.
This slim, pocket-sized enclosure for PCIe based NVMe is specially designed for mobility, with a small form-factor design that fits easily into your laptop bag. Its lightweight, yet durable aluminum housing helps to ensure your drive won’t be damaged while you’re on the move.
The M.2 NVMe enclosure works with tablets, laptops, desktop computers and hosts that are equipped with USB Type-C and Thunderbolt 3 ports. It's also backward compatible with USB 3.1 Gen 1, making it a convenient solution for the office or other workplace environments.
Additionally, the enclosure supports plug-and-play installation, making it the perfect accessory for professionals on the go.
M2E1BMU31C is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.
| Warranty Information | Warranty | 2 Years |
|---|---|---|
| Connector(s) | 1 - Host Connectors | M.2 (PCIe, M-Key, NVMe, NGFF) |
| USB 3.1 USB Type C (10 pin, Gen 2, 10 Gbps) | ||
| Environmental | Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) |
| Storage Temperature | -10°C to 65°C (14°F to 149°F) | |
| Humidity | Operation Humidity: 10% ~ 90% RH
Storage Humidity: 5% ~ 95% RH |
|
| Hardware | Interface | USB 3.1 Gen 2 |
| Bus Type | USB 3.1 Gen 2 | |
| Number of Drives | 1 | |
| Drive Size | 22 mm - M.2 NVMe | |
| Compatible Drive Types | M.2 (PCIe, NVMe, M-Key, NGFF) | |
| Drive Installation | Fixed | |
| Supported Drive Height(s) | 2230 | |
| 2242 | ||
| 2260 | ||
| 2280 | ||
| Chipset ID | ASMedia - ASM2362 | |
| Indicators | 1 - LED Indicators | Power & Activity |
| Packaging Information | Package Height | 1.4 in [3.5 cm] |
| Package Length | 6.1 in [15.4 cm] | |
| Shipping (Package) Weight | 5.5 oz [155.0 g] | |
| Package Width | 4.2 in [10.6 cm] | |
| Performance | Maximum Data Transfer Rate | 10 Gbps |
| Type and Rate | USB 3.1 Gen 2 - 10 Gbit/s | |
| UASP Support | Yes | |
| TRIM Support | Yes | |
| 4Kn Support | Yes | |
| Type and Rate | NVMe (PCIe Gen 3) | |
| General Specifications | Not compatible with M.2 SATA or AHCI based SSDs | |
| MTBF | 233,398 Hours | |
| Physical Characteristics | Product Height | 0.5 in [1.3 cm] |
| Product Length | 4.3 in [10.8 cm] | |
| Weight of Product | 2.3 oz [65.0 g] | |
| Product Width | 1.6 in [4.0 cm] | |
| Color | Black | |
| Material | Aluminum and Plastic | |
| Power | Power Source | USB-Powered |
| Software | OS Compatibility | OS independent; No software or drivers required |
| Special Notes / Requirements | Note | Windows 7 and earlier Windows versions do not support TRIM with USB storage devices. |
| What's in the Box | 1 - Included in Package | Drive Enclosure |
| Set of M.2 Mounting Hardware (Installed) | ||
| Screwdriver | ||
| USB-C to USB-C Cable (50 cm) | ||
| Quick-Start Guide |
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Live Chat (opens in new window)Yes, this device supports the TRIM command. If the OS issues a TRIM command, the command will be passed to the connected device.
Before you can access a new or formatted drive in your operating system, you need to initialize it first and then create a partition on the drive. A partition defines an area of the drive to use for storing data. The partition uses a file system (for example, ex-FAT, NTFS, and so on).
Note: You typically only need to initialize a drive if the drive is new. If you cannot find an uninitialized drive in Disk Management, skip the following steps and try to partition your device.
Press the Windows key + R, type compmgmt.msc, and click Run to open Computer Management.
Navigate to Disk Management.
When prompted to, initialize your disk(s). If you are running Windows® 7 or later and are using a drive larger than 2TB, initialize the disk(s) with GPT. If you are running an earlier version of Windows, initialize the disk(s) with MBR. For more information, visit the following FAQ: https://www.startech.com/support/faqs/technical-support?topic=hard-drives#mbr-vs-gpt.
Click OK.
Note: The following steps create an NTFS partition that uses the entire drive space. To use a different file system, select a different option in step 6.
Right-click Unallocated or RAW volume, and select New Simple Volume.
In the New Partition Wizard, click Next.
Select Primary partition.
Leave the partition size set to default, and click Next.
Assign a drive letter or leave it set to the default, and click Next.
Enter the following settings to format the partition:
The new drive should appear in Windows Explorer.
Before you can access a new or formatted drive in your operating system, you need to initialize it first and then create a partition on the drive. A partition defines an area of the drive to use for storing data. The partition uses a file system (for example, HFS+, ex-FAT, NTFS, and so on).
Mac OSX detects a drive that needs to be initialized and automatically prompts you to initialize the drive. If you are prompted to initialize the drive, click Initialize. If you are not prompted to initialize the drive and you cannot find the drive in Finder, you will need to create a partition on the drive.
Note: The following steps create an HFS+ (Mac OS Extended (Journaled)) partition that uses the entire drive space.
To create a partition on a new drive, complete the following:
Open Finder.
Navigate to Applications and click Utilities.
Open Disk Utility.
Select the new drive and click the Partition tab.
Click Options and verify that it is set to GUID Partition Table.
Enter a name for the partition.
Click Partition.
The drive should now be accessible in Finder.
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