StarTech. com 1USB3-NVME-DOCK StarTech USB-C/USB-A to M. 2 NVMe Dock Adapter - Tool-Free External SSD Reader - 10Gbps - B+M/M-Key
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This adapter supports M.2 NVMe SSDs with B+M/M-Key interfaces, accommodating a range of drive configurations. It achieves data transfer speeds up to 10Gbps, facilitating efficient file transfers and drive cloning tasks. The adapter is engineered to work with hard drives, solid-state drives, notebooks, and workstations, providing reliable performance across supported devices.
Built with a durable plastic housing in black, the adapter maintains a low-profile design that minimizes desk clutter. Its compact footprint and lightweight construction enhance portability, while the included quick-start guide ensures straightforward setup for users of all experience levels.
This section brings together practical product details such as Color Family, Product Color, Product Material, Package Contents, so buyers can judge configuration, deployment fit, and day-to-day suitability with less guesswork.
A strong technical summary explains how the product's interfaces, hardware profile, and operating characteristics work together in real deployment. Buyers often need this context to confirm compatibility with existing devices, expected performance in daily use, and whether installation will be straightforward for IT staff or end users.
Key Product Advantages
The tool-free design eliminates the need for screws or additional tools, allowing users to quickly insert or remove M.2 NVMe SSDs. This feature streamlines workflow and reduces setup time, making the adapter ideal for IT professionals, data recovery specialists, and everyday users managing multiple drives.
These strengths make the product easier to deploy and manage in real environments, especially where reliability, usability, and day-to-day operational continuity matter. Notable benefits include Broad Device Support, High-Speed Data Transfer.
Broad Device Support
Compatible with hard drives, solid-state drives, notebooks, and workstations, ensuring versatility across different computing environments.
- Supports M.2 NVMe SSDs
- Works with USB-C and USB-A ports
High-Speed Data Transfer
Delivers up to 10Gbps throughput for fast file transfers, backup operations, and drive diagnostics, enhancing productivity in data-intensive tasks.
Deployment / Use Cases
This adapter is well-suited for IT departments needing to clone or test M.2 NVMe SSDs without opening computer cases. It enables external access to drives for data migration, recovery, or performance benchmarking, reducing downtime and hardware wear.
For home users and small businesses, the adapter offers an affordable way to expand storage or repurpose old M.2 NVMe SSDs as external drives. Its plug-and-play functionality makes it easy to set up for backup solutions, media storage, or portable workstations.
Data Recovery and Cloning
Use the adapter to connect M.2 NVMe SSDs externally for data recovery, drive cloning, or forensic analysis, providing a non-invasive method to access drive contents.
Portable Storage Expansion
Transform M.2 NVMe SSDs into portable external storage for laptops or desktops, ideal for photographers, videographers, or gamers needing extra capacity on the go.
Physical Profile
The adapter features a sleek black plastic construction that blends with most office or home setups. Measuring 2.30" wide and 0.70" high, its compact size ensures it occupies minimal space on desks or in travel bags. The lightweight design at 2 oz enhances portability, making it easy to carry for off-site work or presentations.
The physical profile is practical for deployment planning because the dimensions and weight are clearly defined: 0.70" (17.78 mm), 2.30" (58.42 mm), 2 oz (56.70 g). This helps confirm rack, shelf, desk, or cabinet fit before installation.
- Width
- 2.30" (58.42 mm)
- Height
- 0.70" (17.78 mm)
- Weight
- 2 oz (56.70 g)
What's in the Box
The package includes the USB-C/USB-A to M.2 NVMe Adapter and a quick-start guide, providing everything needed for immediate use.
Package contents include USB-C/USB-A to M.2 NVMe Adapter, 1 x Quick-Start Guide. These included items support setup, installation, and immediate deployment without needing to source the core bundled accessories separately.
Highlights
- Tool-free external M.2 NVMe SSD reader for easy drive access
- Supports USB-C and USB-A connections with 10Gbps data transfer speed
- Compatible with M.2 NVMe SSDs featuring B+M/M-Key interfaces
- Works with hard drives, solid-state drives, notebooks, and workstations
- Compact black plastic design measuring 2.30" x 0.70" and weighing 2 oz
- Includes quick-start guide for straightforward setup
- RoHS compliant and TAA compliant for environmental and trade standards
- Backed by a 2-year limited warranty for reliable performance
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | StarTech.com |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 1USB3-NVME-DOCK |
| Brand Name | StarTech.com |
| Product Name | USB-C/USB-A to M.2 NVMe Adapter |
| Packaged Quantity | 1 |
| Product Type | USB-C/USB-A to M.2 NVMe Adapter |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Color Family | Black |
| Product Color | Black |
| Product Material | Plastic |
| Height | 0.70" (17.78 mm) |
| Width | 2.30" (58.42 mm) |
| Weight (Approximate) | 2 oz (56.70 g) |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Package Contents | USB-C/USB-A to M.2 NVMe Adapter 1 x Quick-Start Guide |
| Device Supported | Hard Drive,Solid State Drive,Notebook,Workstation |
| Environmental Compliance | Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) |
| TAA Compliant | Yes |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | 2 Year |
User Manual
FAQ
Can I use this adapter with both USB-C and USB-A ports?
Yes, the adapter is designed to work with both USB-C and USB-A ports. This dual compatibility ensures you can connect it to newer devices with USB-C interfaces as well as older systems with standard USB-A ports, providing flexibility across different laptops, desktops, and workstations.
What is the data transfer speed of this adapter?
The adapter supports data transfer speeds up to 10Gbps. This high-speed performance enables fast file transfers, efficient backup operations, and quick drive access, making it suitable for tasks like media editing, large data migrations, or routine IT maintenance without significant delays.
Is tool-free installation really possible with this adapter?
Yes, the adapter features a tool-free design that eliminates the need for screws or additional tools. You can easily insert or remove M.2 NVMe SSDs by hand, simplifying the setup process and reducing the time required for drive swaps or diagnostics, which is especially useful in IT environments or for frequent users.
What devices are compatible with this adapter?
The adapter is compatible with hard drives, solid-state drives, notebooks, and workstations. It works with a variety of computing devices that support USB connections, allowing you to use it for external storage expansion, data recovery, or drive testing across different platforms without compatibility issues.
What warranty does this adapter come with?
The adapter comes with a 2-year limited warranty. This warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship, providing assurance of reliable performance and durability. It reflects StarTech's commitment to quality, ensuring you have support in case of any issues during normal use within the warranty period.
What refresh rate or brightness details are available?
Display-oriented products are best judged through screen, connectivity, and installation specifications. Those facts help buyers confirm visual fit, mounting flexibility, and deployment suitability more clearly than generic summary text.
What input or connectivity options are listed?
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Does the display support VESA mounting or adjustment features?
Display-oriented products are best judged through screen, connectivity, and installation specifications. Those facts help buyers confirm visual fit, mounting flexibility, and deployment suitability more clearly than generic summary text.
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