Introduction

This rugged drive enclosure redefines data protection for on-the-go professionals. The military-grade construction protects your sensitive data from harsh field conditions.  It makes sure you're equipped for unexpected challenges with a ruggedized water, dust, vibration and shock resistant enclosure.

Industry recognized protection against water and dust, with an IP54 rating

Keep your data safe and secure even through sudden downpours or dust storms. The robust enclosure provides superior water and dust resistance with an IP54 rating.

Drop tested for 4 meters (13 feet)

The rugged drive enclosure is enveloped in a silicone protective sleeve, and engineered to help protect your drive from accidental and unexpected shock, vibrations, and drops. It's Military MIL-STD-810G rated and test-proven to withstand drops of up to 4 meters (13 feet). It was drop tested using a solid-state drive in the enclosure.

Data protection inside and out

Wherever you go, the rugged drive enclosure delivers reliable data protection, inside and out.  The tough-wearing exterior casing provides shock-resistance, while the flexible silicone sleeve hugs the entire perimeter to ensure an extra measure of protection, absorbing the impact of accidental bumps, rough baggage handling or drops. Inside, an extra layer of silicone provides added drive stability.

Install your drive with ease, with a tool-less design

It's easy to turn your 2.5in SATA III (6Gbps) solid-state drive or hard drive into external storage. Simply remove the silicone sleeve, open the latch to insert your 2.5" drive into the rugged enclosure, and plug the included USB cable into the computer or hub USB port. There are no screws or tools needed.

70% faster than traditional USB 3.0, with UASP

Save time in the field, by storing and transferring content quickly. Enhanced with UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), this rugged drive enclosure performs with a 70% faster read speed and 40% faster write speed over conventional USB 3.0, when paired with a UASP-enabled host controller.

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 (6Gbps) solid state drive.

The S251BRU33 is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.

Features

• Protect your data even in the toughest field conditions
• Military Rated (MIL-STD-810G) drive enclosure provides exceptional shock resistance
• Outstanding water and dust resistance with IP-54 rating
• No tools needed to install or replace the hard drive
• Fast performance with USB 3.0 w/UASP and SATA III (6 Gbps)
• Works even in extreme temperatures of -40° to 85°C (-40°F to 185°F)

Specification

Connector A: SATA Data & Power Combo (7+15 pin) Female

Connector B: USB 3.0 Micro-B (10 pin, SuperSpeed) Male

Drive Connectors: SATA Data & Power Combo (7+15 pin) Receptacle

Host Connectors: USB 3.0 Micro-B (10 pin, SuperSpeed) Female

Operating Temperature: -40°C to 85°C (-40°F to 185°F)

Storage Temperature: -40°C to 85°C (-40°F to 185°F)

Humidity: 20% ~ 95% RH

Interface: USB 3.0

Bus Type: USB 3.0

Industry Standards: MIL-STD-810G, Method 503.5 (Thermal Shock)

Number of Drives: 1

Drive Size: 2.5in

Compatible Drive Types: SATA

Drive Installation: Fixed

Number of 2.5 inch bays: 1

Supported Drive Height(s): 7mm

9.5mm

Chipset ID: ASMedia - ASM1153E

LED Indicators: Diagnostic LED (Drive Power and Activity)

Shipping (Package) Weight: 402 g [14.2 oz]

Maximum Data Transfer Rate: 5 Gbps

Type and Rate: USB 3.0 - 5 Gbit/s

UASP Support: Yes

TRIM Support: Yes

4Kn Support: Yes

SATA III (6 Gbps)

Max Drive Capacity: Tested up to 2TB at 7200 RPM

Hot Swap Capability: Yes

Color: Black

Cable Length: 103 mm [4.1 in]

Product Length: 143 mm [5.6 in]

Product Width: 112 mm [4.4 in]

Product Height: 29 mm [1.1 in]

Product Weight: 265 g [9.4 oz]

Power Source: USB-Powered

OS Compatibility: OS independent; No software or drivers required

Included in Package: USB 3.0 rugged 2.5in enclosure

USB 3.0 cable

Foam pad for 7mm drives

Instruction manual