$57.39 CAD

StarTech.com M.2 SSD Enclosure for M.2 SATA SSDs - USB 3.1 (10Gbps) with USB-C Cable - External Enclosure for USB-C Host - Aluminum

This compact M.2 SATA 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 enclosure for M.2 NGFF SATA SSDs 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 SATA 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 SATA 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.

More from the Manufacturer

More from the Manufacturer


  • Supports SATA I/II/III (1.5, 3, 6Gbps)

  • Not compatible with M.2 NVMe or AHCI PCI-Express SSDs

  • 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)

  • Supports USB 3.1 Gen 2 (10Gbps)

  • Compatible with Thunderbolt 3 USB-C port

  • Leverage your SATA M.2 SSD to add fast external storage to your USB-C enabled host (USB-C cable included)

Product Type: Drive Enclosure
Environmentally Friendly: Yes
Taa Compliant: Yes
Product Color: Silver
Product Material: Aluminum
Country Of Origin: Taiwan
Brand Name: StarTech.com
Form Factor: External
Manufacturer: StarTech.com
Product Name: M.2 NGFF SATA Enclosure - USB 3.1
Manufacturer Part Number: SM21BMU31C3
Manufacturer Website Address: http://www.startech.com
Packaged Quantity: 1 Each
Package Contents:
  • M.2 NGFF SATA Enclosure - USB 3.1
  • 1 x USB C To Micro B Cable
  • 1 x M.2 Screw Kit
  • 1 x Screw Driver
  • 1 x Quick Install Guide
Limited Warranty: 2 Year
Weight (Approximate): 2.20 oz (62.37 g)
Environmental Compliance: Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH)
Color Family: Dual Color
Feature1: Supports SATA I/II/III (1.5, 3, 6Gbps)
Feature2: Not compatible with M.2 NVMe or AHCI PCI-Express SSDs
Feature3: Solid aluminum housing with ventilation for optimum heat dissipation
Feature4: Broad compatibility with support for the most common M.2 SATA SSDs (30mm, 42mm, 60mm, 80mm)
Feature5: Supports USB 3.1 Gen 2 (10Gbps)
Feature6: Compatible with Thunderbolt 3 USB-C port
Feature7: Leverage your SATA M.2 SSD to add fast external storage to your USB-C enabled host (USB-C cable included)