M.2 to SATA SSD Enclosure - USB 3.0 with UASP - External Enclosure
Turn your solid state drive into an ultra-portable pocket drive
Product ID: SM2NGFFMBU33
- Boost external performance by leveraging the speed of your SATA M.2 SSD in a UASP-supported USB 3.0 enclosure
- Maximize portability with a small footprint, lightweight design and USB-powered performance
- Broad compatibility with support for the most common SATA M.2 SSDs (30mm, 42mm, 60mm, 80mm)
- Not compatible with M.2 NVMe or AHCI PCI-Express SSDs
- Compatible with USB 3.0/2.0/1.1 (5 Gbps / 480 Mbps / 1.5 Mbps)
- Compatible with SATA revision I/II/III (1.5 / 3.0 / 6.0 Gbps)
- Aluminum housing with ventilation holes for added heat dissipation
Overview
The SM2NGFFMBU33 external USB 3.0 to M.2 (NGFF) enclosure turns your SATA M.2 solid state drive into a portable, high speed USB 3.0 drive.
Get higher external performance by using an M.2 SSD in place of a platter drive, harnessing the full potential of your USB 3.0 computer system. The enclosure supports UASP, enabling you to achieve transfer speeds up to 70% faster than traditional USB 3.0 when used with a UASP-enabled host computer.
This slim, pocket-sized SSD enclosure has been specifically engineered for mobility. The enclosure features a lightweight yet durable design, which fits easily into your pocket or laptop bag. For further convenience, the enclosure is powered entirely using the USB host bus and requires no external power adapter.
Durable aluminum construction helps to ensure your drive won't be damaged while you're on the move. Plus, to maximize heat dissipation the enclosure features specially engineered ventilation holes which help maintain a cooler operating environment for optimal performance and a longer life span for your drive.
For wide compatibility with all of the common M.2 solid state drives, the enclosure can mount multiple drive heights including: 2242, 2260, and 2280.
The M.2 enclosure is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.
Improved Performance with UASP
UASP is supported in Windows 8, Mac OSX (10.8 or above), and Linux. In testing UASP performs with a 70% faster read speed and 40% faster write speed over traditional USB 3.0 at peak performance.
At the same peak in testing UASP also shows an 80% reduction in required processor resources.
Testing results were obtained using an Intel® Ivy Bridge system, a UASP enabled StarTech.com Enclosure, and a SATA III solid state drive.
The StarTech.com Advantage
- Get the most out of your M.2 SSD with an external USB enclosure that supports UASP, for transfer speeds up to 70% faster than traditional USB 3.0
- Rest assured your M.2 SSD is supported, with mounting points for the most common M.2 NGFF SSD heights (2230, 2242, 2260, 2280)
- Carry your USB 3.0 external M.2 SSD in your laptop bag, and maximize portability with a small footprint, lightweight design
Applications
Re-purpose an M.2 SATA SSD as a USB 3.0 external drive
Carry with your laptop for a highly portable external storage solution
Transfer files to or from your external drive faster, by using a high performance SATA M.2 SSD as your external drive
Technical Specifications
| Product Numbers | ||
|---|---|---|
| Ingram Micro Italy | V933389 | |
| Tech Data - Italy | 4428473 | |
| UPC Code | 065030859684 | |
| Warranty Information | ||
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | 2 Years | |
| Hardware | ||
| Bus Type | USB 3.0 | |
| Chipset ID | ASMedia - ASM1153E | |
| Compatible Drive Types | M.2 SATA (NGFF, B-Key) | |
| M.2 SATA (NGFF, B+M-Key) | ||
| Drive Installation | Fixed | |
| Interface | USB 3.0 | |
| Number of Drives | 1 | |
| Performance | ||
| 4Kn Support | Yes | |
| General Specifications | Not compatible with M.2 NVMe or AHCI PCI-Express SSDs | |
| Maximum Data Transfer Rate | 5 Gbps | |
| TRIM Support | Yes | |
| Type and Rate | USB 3.0 - 5 Gbit/s | |
| SATA III (6 Gbps) | ||
| UASP Support | Yes | |
| Connector(s) | ||
| Drive Connectors | 1 - M.2 SATA (NGFF, B-Key) Receptacle | |
| Host Connectors | 1 - USB 3.0 Micro-B (10 pin, SuperSpeed) Female | |
| Software | ||
| OS Compatibility | OS independent; No software or drivers required | |
| Power | ||
| Power Source | USB-Powered | |
| Environmental | ||
| Humidity | 5% to 95% RH | |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F) | |
| Storage Temperature | -10°C to 85°C (14°F to 185°F) | |
| Physical Characteristics | ||
| Color | Black | |
| Enclosure Type | Aluminum | |
| Product Height | 15 mm [0.6 in] | |
| Product Length | 100 mm [3.9 in] | |
| Product Weight | 68 g [2.4 oz] | |
| Product Width | 35 mm [1.4 in] | |
| Packaging Information | ||
| Shipping (Package) Weight | 0.1 kg [0.3 lb] | |
| What's in the Box | ||
| Included in Package | 1 - USB 3.0 to M.2 NGFF SSD Enclosure | |
| 1 - USB 3.0 Cable | ||
| 1 - SSD screw kit | ||
| 1 - Mini screw driver | ||
| 1 - Instruction manual | ||
No additional drivers or software required.
Certifications
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Product Support
Drivers & Downloads
Manual(s):
-
SM2NGFFMBU33.pdf
English
Compliance Letter(s):
Data Sheet(s)
- SM2NGFFMBU33_Datasheet.pdf
English
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
To determine if your hard drive will work in this enclosure, on the product page, click the Technical Specifications tab, and do the following:
- Make sure that the enclosure supports the storage size of your hard drive. If the storage size of your hard drive is larger than what the enclosure was tested with, the hard drive will likely still work with the enclosure.
- Confirm that your hard drive uses the same interface type as the enclosure. For example, IDE, SATA, or M.2.
- Make sure that the enclosure supports the physical size of your hard drive, such as 2.5 inches or 3.5 inches.
- Make sure that the enclosure supports the height of your hard drive. For example, 9 mm or 15 mm.
- Verify that the power consumption of your hard drive doesn’t exceed the power output of the enclosure. If you’re using multiple hard drives, make sure that the combined power consumption of all of the hard drives doesn’t exceed the power output of the enclosure.
Troubleshooting
When you troubleshoot issues with a hard drive enclosure, there are some quick tests that you can complete to rule out potential problems. You can test to make sure that the following components are working correctly and are not the source of the issue:
- Cables
- Hard drives
- Hard drive enclosure
To test your setup components, try the following:
- Use the cables, hard drives, and hard drive enclosure in another setup to see if the problem is with the components or the setup.
- Use a different cable, hard drive, and hard drive enclosure in your setup to see if the problem persists. Ideally, you should test a component that you know works in another setup.
When you test the hard drive and hard drive enclosure, it is recommended that you do the following:
- To check Disk Management, press the Windows key + R, type diskmgmt.msc, and press Enter. Check to see if your hard drive is listed.
- If the hard drive is listed with unallocated space, the hard drive needs to be reformatted. Right-click unallocated and click New Simple Volume. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the reformatting.
Note: Formatting a hard drive erases all of the data on it. Make sure that you back up all of your data before you reformat the hard drive.
- If the hard drive is listed as healthy but does not have a drive letter, for example, C:, right-click healthy and click Change Drive Letter and Paths. Click Add, assign a drive letter, and click OK.
Note: A formatted hard drive will not show up in Computer or My Computer until it has a drive letter assigned to it.
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