Startech Sm21bmu31c3 M.2 Sata Enclosure - Usb 3.1w/ Usb C

Features

Leverage your SATA M.2 SSD to add fast external storage to your USB-C enabled host (USB-C cable included)
Supports USB 3.1 Gen 2 (10Gbps)
Compatible with Thunderbolt 3 USB-C port
Solid aluminum housing with ventilation for optimum heat dissipation
Broad compatibility with support for the most common M.2 SATA SSDs (30mm, 42mm, 60mm, 80mm)
This compact M.2 SSD enclosure lets you add highly portable data storage to any laptop or computer with a USB-C™ port - such as MacBook, Chromebook Pixel™, Dell™ XPS laptops, and many others. It turns your SATA M.2 drive into a high-speed storage solution over a USB 3.1 Gen 2 connection, at up to 10Gbps throughput.

A truly portable solution
This slim, pocket-sized M.2 NGFF SSD enclosure has been 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.

Ventilation holes help to dissipate heat and help ensure an optimum operating temperature.

Maximize the performance of your M.2 SSD
Leverage the speed of your M.2 NGFF SATA drive with this external enclosure. It delivers USB 3.1 Gen 2 data transfer speeds up to 10Gbps as well as UASP support, so you can achieve higher transfer speeds when you connect it to a UASP-enabled host computer.

The enclosure works with tablets, laptops and desktop computers and is compatible with hosts equipped with Thunderbolt 3 USB-C ports.

Broad compatibility
The enclosure is compatible with all of the common M.2 SSDs, and enables you to mount multiple drive lengths, including: 30mm (2230), 42mm (2242), 60mm (2260), and 80mm (2280).

The SM21BMU31C3 is backed by a 2-year StarTech.com warranty and free lifetime technical support.

Connector(s)
Drive Connectors M.2 (NGFF, B-Key) Receptacle
Host Connectors USB 3.1 USB Type Micro-B (10 pin, Gen 2, 10 Gbps) Female
Environmental
Humidity Operation Humidity: 10% ~ 90% RH Storage Humidity: 5% ~ 95% RH
Operating Temperature 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Storage Temperature -10°C to 65°C (14°F to 149°F)
Hardware
Bus Type USB 3.1 Gen 2
Chipset ID ASMedia - ASM1351
Compatible Drive Types (Type and Rate) M.2 (NGFF, B-Key)
Drive Installation Fixed
Interface USB 3.1 Gen 2
Number of Drives 1
Indicators
LED Indicators Power & Activity
Packaging Information
Shipping (Package) Weight 132 g [4.7 oz]
Performance
General Specifications Not compatible with PCI-Express M.2 SSDs
Maximum Data Transfer Rate 10 Gbps
MTBF 1,000,000 hours
Type and Rate SATA III (6 Gbps)

USB 3.1 Gen 2 - 10 Gbit/s
UASP Support Yes
Physical Characteristics
Color Black & Silver
Enclosure Type Aluminum
Max Drive Height 80 mm [3.1 in]
Product Height 13 mm [0.5 in]
Product Length 99 mm [3.9 in]
Product Weight 48 g [1.7 oz]
Product Width 42 mm [1.7 in]
Power
Power Source USB-Powered
Software
OS Compatibility OS independent; No software or drivers required
What's in the Box
Included in Package M.2 NGFF SATA Enclosure - USB 3.1

M.2 screw kit

quick install guide

screwdriver

USB C to Micro B cable