StarTech USB3.0 to M.2 SATA External SSD Enclosure - SM2NGFFMBU33

StarTech.com M.2 SSD Enclosure for M.2 SATA SSDs - USB 3.0 (5Gbps) with UASP. Product type: SSD enclosure. Number of storage drives supported: 1, Storage drive size: M.2, Supported storage drive interfaces: M.2. Data transfer rate: 6 Gbit/s. Product colour: Black. USB connector type: Micro-USB B

https://www.startech.com/product/SM2NGFFMBU33

Turn your solid state drive into an ultra-portable pocket drive

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

• NOTE: Not compatible with M.2 NVMe or AHCI PCI-Express SSDs. Please confirm you have a SATA M.2 drive before purchasing by referring to your M.2 drive specifications, or contact the drive manufacturer to confirm
• BROAD COMPATIBILITY: The enclosure supports most common SATA M.2 SSDs including 30mm, 42mm, 60mm and 80mm and is also compatible with SATA revisions I/II/III (1.5 / 3.0 / 6.0 Gbps).
• INCREASED PERFORMANCE: Boost external performance with this M.2 SDD enclosure by turning your SATA M.2 solid state drive into a high speed USB 3.0 thumb drive; The enclosure also supports UASP
• PORTABLE & NO DRIVER INSTALLATION: This black lightweight M.2 SATA SSD enclosure offers perfect portability; It supports any operating system with no additional software or drivers required
• BUILT TO LAST: This portable hard drive enclosure protects your drive from damage; The M.2 NGFF features specially engineered ventilation holes which help maintain a cooler operating environment