StarTech.com S251BMU313 Storage Drive Enclosure
Best portable enclosure for professionals needing high-speed external drive access.
This enclosure turns your spare internal drives into high-speed portable storage without the bulk of a dedicated external drive. You sacrifice the convenience of an all-in-one unit for the flexibility of choosing your own hardware, resulting in a sleek, durable, and incredibly fast solution for your data.
$36.99
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Who it's for
- Power users needing maximum transfer speeds for SATA SSDs
- IT professionals frequently swapping drives on the go
- Mobile workers needing a clutter-free, portable storage solution
Who should skip it
- Users prioritizing rugged, premium metal construction over lightweight portability
- Users needing compatibility with NVMe or 3.5-inch desktop drives
- Editors transferring massive files who fear thermal performance drops
Performance breakdown
Data Transfer Speed
USB 3.1 Gen 2 delivers rapid throughput for demanding file transfers.
Build Durability
Brushed aluminum casing provides a sturdy, premium shield for internal drives.
Portability
Lightweight design slips easily into any bag for on-the-go storage.
Ease of Setup
Tool-free installation makes swapping drives a quick and painless process.
Power Efficiency
Bus-powered operation eliminates the clutter of bulky external power adapters.
Compatibility
Broad support for SATA drives ensures versatility across various hardware setups.
Key Specs
Data Transfer Rate
10 Gbps (USB 3.1 Gen 2)
Host Interface
USB 3.1 Gen 2 (10 Gbps)
Drive Compatibility
2.5" SATA HDD/SSD
Material
Brushed Aluminum
Power Source
USB Bus Powered
Supported Drive Sizes
2.5 inch
Internal Drive Interface
SATA I/II/III
UPC
065030861489
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