StarTech.com M2E1BRU31C Drive Enclosure - StarTech USB C 10Gbps M.2 NVMe PCIe SSD Enclosure, 1GB/s Rugged Aluminum M.2 PCI Express M Key Case IP67 Rated, Mac/PC, TAA USB C enclosure for M.2 NVMe SSD; USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps); UASP Portable w/ aluminum hou

This rugged M.2 NVMe PCIe SSD enclosure is a highly portable, high-performance data storage solution for your USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 enabled devices.Unparalleled Performance 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, nearly twice the capability of traditional M.2 SATA and hard drive enclosures. This fan-less solid aluminum enclosure features an internal thermal pad that transfers heat away from the drive for maximum heat dissipation, ensuring your drive operates noiselessly at an optimal temperature to preserve performance. Dustproof and Water Resistant Be prepared for the unexpected. The enclosure for PCI Express based NVMe SSDs comes with an IP67 rating, which means that it's both dustproof and water resistant. It's the perfect solution for people who work outside. Or, for people who work in environments with a lot of dust, like: construction sites, factories, or manufacturing facilities. Broad Compatibility The USB 3.1 Gen 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 environments. The Choice of IT Pros Since 1985 StarTech.com conducts thorough compatibility and performance testing on all our products to ensure we are meeting or exceeding industry standards and providing high-quality products to IT Professionals. Our local StarTech.com Technical Advisors have broad product expertise and work directly with our StarTech.com Engineers to provide support for our customers both pre and post-sales. M2E1BRU31C is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support. More from the Manufacturer

Product Description

Technical Information

Number of Solid State Drive Supported:
1
Number of Solid State Drive Installed:
0

I/O Expansions

Number of Total Expansion Bays:
1

Network & Communication

Wireless LAN:
No
UASP Support:
Yes

Interfaces/Ports

Drive Interface:
M.2, PCI Express NVMe
Host Interface:
USB 3.2 (Gen 2) Type C

Physical Characteristics

Color Family:
Black
Product Color:
Black
Product Material:
Aluminum
Form Factor:
External

Miscellaneous

Country of Origin:
Taiwan
Environmentally Friendly:
Yes
Environmental Certification:
EU RoHS
Environmental Compliance:
Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) 2, Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH), Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE)

HARDWARE
Bus Type
USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps
Chipset ID
JMicron - JMS583
Compatible Drive Types
M.2 (PCIe, NVMe, M-Key, NGFF)
Drive Installation
Fixed
Drive Size
22 mm - M.2 NVMe
Interface
USB 3.2 Gen 2 10Gbps
Number of Drives
1
Supported Drive Height(s)
2230
2242
2260
2280
PERFORMANCE
4Kn Support
Yes
General Specifications
Not compatible with M.2 SATA or AHCI based SSDs
Maximum Data Transfer Rate
10 Gbps
MTBF
50000
S.M.A.R.T. Support
No
TRIM Support
Yes
Type and Rate
USB 3.2 Gen 2 - 10 Gbit/s
NVMe (PCIe Gen 3)
UASP Support
Yes
CONNECTOR(S)
Drive Connectors
1 - M.2 (PCIe, M-Key, AHCI/NVMe, NGFF) Female
Host Connectors
1 - USB Type-C (24pin, Gen 2, 10Gbps) Female
SOFTWARE
OS Compatibility
OS independent No software or drivers required
SPECIAL NOTES / REQUIREMENTS
Note
Windows 7 and earlier Windows versions do not support TRIM and UAS with USB storage devices.
INDICATORS
LED Indicators
1 - Power / Blinking: Read and Write Activity