2.5in USB 3.0 SSD SATA Hard Drive Enclosure
Turn a 2.5" SATA HDD/SSD into an external SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Hard Drive/Solid State Drive
Product ID: SAT2510BU32
- SuperSpeed USB 3.0 compliant host interface, which supports transfer rates up to 5Gbps
- Supports 2.5" form factor SATA hard drives (HDD) and solid state drives (SSD)
- Powered directly from the USB port
- Compatible with SATA revision 1/2/3 (1.5/3.0/6.0 Gbps) drives
- High Speed USB 2.0 compliant host interface, which supports rates up to 480Mbps
- Power/Activity LED indicator
- Plug-and-Play and Hot-Swap compatible
Overview
The SAT2510BU32 2.5-inch SuperSpeed USB 3.0 SATA Hard Drive Enclosure turns a normal 2.5-inch SATA hard drive (HDD) or solid state drive (SSD) into a portable, external hard drive.
Connecting to a host computer through USB 3.0 with no external power required, this enclosure supports full SuperSpeed USB data transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps - 10x faster than the USB 2.0 standard, and is backward compatible with older USB connections (USB 2.0). Large capacity drives (tested with up to 1TB) can be used to greatly enhance your computer's storage/backup capabilities.
Featuring a lightweight, portable design this USB 3.0 SATA HDD enclosure is constructed of aluminum, which offers maximum durability and operating heat dissipation.
Backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.
The StarTech.com Advantage
- The USB 3.0 SATA Hard Drive Enclosure supports data transfer rates up to 5Gbps with new SuperSpeed USB 3.0, while remaining backward compatible with older USB 2.0 systems for a versatile external storage solution
- Compact, light-weight and durable ensures maximum portability for mobile applications
- Adding a 2.5" SATA Hard Drive/Solid State drive through USB 3.0/USB 2.0 lets you preserve your system warranty by avoiding having to open the desktop or laptop computer case
Applications
Take advantage of new laptops and desktops with USB 3.0 connectivity
Upgrade from a USB 2.0 drive enclosure to faster USB 3.0
Create a fast, portable external storage solution for desktops, laptops or netbooks
Add-on extra storage to almost any USB-enabled computer system
Backup important data to an external storage device for safe keeping/redundancy
Share large files between computers, quickly and securely, without a network
Retrieve data from an old 2.5" SATA drive, or turn the unused drive into additional external storage space
Technical Specifications
| Product Numbers | ||
|---|---|---|
| Ingram Micro Netherlands | 1991376 | |
| Tech Data - Netherlands | 4428470 | |
| UPC Code | 065030845984 | |
| Warranty Information | ||
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | 2 Years | |
| Hardware | ||
| Chipset ID | ASMedia - ASM1051 | |
| Compatible Drive Types | SATA | |
| Drive Installation | Fixed | |
| Drive Size | 2.5in | |
| Fan(s) | No | |
| Interface | USB 3.0 | |
| Number of Drives | 1 | |
| Performance | ||
| 4Kn Support | Yes | |
| Max Drive Capacity | Currently tested with up to 1TB 5400 RPM hard drives | |
| Type and Rate | USB 3.0 - 5 Gbit/s | |
| SATA II (3 Gbps) | ||
| UASP Support | No | |
| Connector(s) | ||
| Drive Connectors | 1 - SATA Data & Power Combo (7+15 pin) Receptacle | |
| Host Connectors | 1 - USB 3.0 Micro-B (10 pin, SuperSpeed) Female | |
| Software | ||
| OS Compatibility | OS independent; No software or drivers required | |
| Indicators | ||
| LED Indicators | 1 - Power/Activity | |
| Power | ||
| Power Source | USB-Powered | |
| Environmental | ||
| Humidity | 10% ~ 90% RH | |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F) | |
| Storage Temperature | -20°C to 70°C (-4°F to 158°F) | |
| Physical Characteristics | ||
| Color | Black | |
| Enclosure Type | Aluminum | |
| Max Drive Height | 9.5 mm [0.4 in] | |
| Product Height | 10 mm [0.4 in] | |
| Product Length | 120 mm [4.7 in] | |
| Product Weight | 78 g [2.8 oz] | |
| Product Width | 75 mm [3 in] | |
| Packaging Information | ||
| Shipping (Package) Weight | 191 g [6.7 oz] | |
| What's in the Box | ||
| Included in Package | 1 - USB to SATA Enclosure | |
| 1 - USB 3.0 Cable | ||
| 1 - Tool Kit | ||
| 1 - Protective Case | ||
| 1 - Instruction Manual | ||
No additional drivers or software required.
Certifications
Accessories
1 ft SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Cable A to Micro B
Connect a USB 3.0 Micro USB External Hard drive to your computer
3 ft SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Cable A to Micro B
Connect a USB 3.0 Micro USB External Hard drive to your PC or laptop
3 ft Black SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Cable A to Micro B - M/M
Connect a USB 3.0 Micro USB External Hard drive to your computer
Product Support
Drivers & Downloads
Manual(s):
-
SAT2510BU32.pdf
English
Compliance Letter(s):
Data Sheet(s)
- SAT2510BU32_Datasheet.pdf
English
Frequently Asked Questions
Before You Buy
Hard drive enclosures require power from your system's USB port. Although you can plug in any standard SATA drive, USB ports only supply a limited amount of power and are not able to power all of the hard drives plugged into the system.
The power capabilities of the USB port combined with the power requirements of the attached hard drive will determine if the hard drive enclosure will work in your setup. The power (in mA) supplied by the USB port must be greater than the requirements of the hard drive.
A USB 2.0 port can supply a maximum of 500 mA (0.5 A), and a USB 3.0 port can supply a maximum of 900 mA (0.9 A).
You can usually find the power requirements of your hard drive in the technical specifications on the label of the hard drive or on the manufacturer's website.
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.
How to
To confirm that the Mac OS detects your USB device, complete the following:
- Click the Apple icon.
- Click About This Mac.
- Click More Info or System Report.
- Under the appropriate heading, confirm that your USB device is listed and that there isn't an error. For example, a network card would be under Ethernet Cards.
You may need to refresh the System Information page after you plug in your device. To do so, press Command + R with the System Information page open.
Your USB device is listed according to the name of the chipset. To determine the name of the chipset of your USB device, navigate to www.StarTech.com and look on the Technical Specifications tab for your product.
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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