Introduction

The SATDOCKU3S USB 3.0 Hard Drive Docking Station delivers full, instant access to any 2.5in or 3.5in SATA (SATA, SATA II, SATA III) hard drive (HDD) or solid state drive (SSD), without having to mount the drive in a computer or install it in an external enclosure. Large capacity drives (tested with up to 4TB 3.5" and 1TB 2.5" drives) can be used to greatly enhance your computer s storage/backup capabilities.

Connected to the host computer through a single USB 3.0 SuperSpeed or USB 2.0 connection, the hard drive docking station provides a convenient, plug-and-play storage solution that delivers instant access to the hard drive without requiring a reboot.

Relying on the outstanding data throughput support of USB 3.0, the HDD docking station is capable of transfer speeds of up to 5Gbps, making it the fastest way to access data from an external drive. Double the value of this hard drive docking station, using a [%product id="SAT2IDEADP" text="SATA to IDE hard drive adapter"%] (SAT2IDEADP), which enables you to use any 2.5 or 3.5in IDE hard drive in a SATA hard drive dock slot.

To ensure compatibility with your computer system, the SATDOCKU3S supports all of the leading operating system platforms, including: Microsoft Windows , Apple OSX, Linux, and Google Chrome OST.

Benefits

• SuperSpeed USB 3.0 technology provides fast access for external storage, while still being backwards compatible with USB 2.0
• A top slot-loading design and unique drive ejection mechanism provides quick and easy access to the data without having to install drives into an enclosure or tray
• Backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support

Features

• SuperSpeed USB 3.0 compliant host interface, with transfer rates up to 5Gbps
• High Speed USB 2.0 compliant host interface, with transfer rates up to 480Mbps
• Patented drive ejection mechanism
• Combined power switch and status LED
• Compatible with SATA revision 1/2/3 (1.5/3.0/6.0 Gbps) drives
• Supports 2.5" and 3.5" form factor SATA hard drives (HDD) and solid state drives (SSD)
• Built-in short circuit protection
• Compact, desktop-style form factor
• Plug-and-Play and Hot-Swap compatible

Specification

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

Host Connectors: USB Type-B (9 pin) USB 3.0 Female

Operating Temperature: 5°C to 80° (41°F to 176°F)

Storage Temperature: -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F)

Humidity: 8~80% RH

Interface: USB 3.0

Number of Drives: 1

Drive Size: 2.5in & 3.5in

Compatible Drive Types: SATA

Fan(s): No

Chipset ID: ASMedia - ASM1053

LED Indicators: Power and Activity (Solid - Power, Blinking - Activity)

Shipping (Package) Weight: 728 g [25.7 oz]

Type and Rate: USB 2.0 - 480 Mbit/s

USB 3.0 - 5 Gbit/s

UASP Support: No

SATA II (3 Gbps)

Max Drive Capacity: Currently tested with up to 4TB 5400 RPM 3.5" hard drives and 1TB 5400 RPM 2.5" hard drive

Insertion Rating: 15,000 Cycles

Color: Black

Enclosure Type: Plastic

Product Length: 145 mm [5.7 in]

Product Width: 93 mm [3.7 in]

Product Height: 65 mm [2.6 in]

Product Weight: 0.4 kg [0.9 lb]

Power Source: AC Adapter Included

Input Voltage: 110V-240V AC

Output Voltage: 12 DC

Output Current: 2.5A

Center Tip Polarity: Positive

Plug Type: M

Power Consumption (In Watts): 30

OS Compatibility: OS independent; No software or drivers required

Included in Package: USB 3.0 HDD Dock

USB 3.0 Cable

Universal Power Adapter (NA,EU,UK,ANZ)

Instruction Manual