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S251BPU31C3 StarTech USB-C 2.5" SATA SSD/HDD Hard Drive Enclosure

SKU:
S251BPU31C3
Weight: 5.00 lbs
Condition: Refurbished
  • USB-C interface with data transfer speeds up to 10Gbps
  • Compatible with 2.5" SATA SSDs and HDDs
  • Tool-free enclosure design for easy drive installation
  • Aluminum casing for efficient heat dissipation
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$64.40

Product Overview

The StarTech USB-C Hard Drive Enclosure provides a simple and efficient way to turn a 2.5-inch SATA drive into a portable external storage device. Designed to work with modern USB-C ports, it fits well in setups where quick data access and easy drive swaps are required, such as in IT troubleshooting, media editing, or expanding laptop storage.

General Information

Brand StarTech
Part Number S251BPU31C3

Technical Information

Product Category Storage Accessories
Compatibility Supports 2.5" SATA I/II/III HDDs and SSDs; USB-C host connection (USB 3.1 Gen 2 / 10 Gbps); compatible with Windows, macOS, Linux; UASP support

Miscellaneous

Assembly Required Yes
Eco Friendly Yes
Compliance Standards WEEE, RoHS, cURus, CE, FCC, CCC, UL, TUV, cULus, CSA, cUL

Physical Characteristics

Form Factor 2.5-inch SATA
Weight 5.00
Condition Refurbished


Product Description

This USB-C hard drive enclosure allows you to connect a 2.5-inch SATA SSD or HDD to your computer through a fast USB-C port. It's commonly used to turn an internal drive into an external storage device for backups, extra capacity, or data transfers. Users like IT professionals, content creators, and anyone needing portable storage find it especially useful.

Key Features

  • Supports USB 3.1 Gen 2 for fast file transfers
  • Tool-free design simplifies swapping drives without extra equipment
  • Durable aluminum body helps keep the drive cool during heavy use
  • Compatible across Windows, macOS, and Linux systems
  • Bus-powered, so no external power adapter is necessary

The enclosure is often deployed by professionals needing quick access to multiple drives or by users looking to repurpose old drives. Its compact size and durable build make it a practical choice for mobile storage solutions without sacrificing performance or reliability.


Use Cases

The StarTech USB-C Hard Drive Enclosure is commonly utilized in professional environments where quick deployment and portability of storage are critical. IT administrators, media professionals, and remote workers benefit from its tool-free design and high-speed interface, allowing seamless integration with modern USB-C equipped laptops and workstations.

How It's Used:

  • IT support teams use it to rapidly clone or image 2.5" drives during hardware maintenance and system recovery tasks.
  • Creative professionals in video editing environments leverage the enclosure for fast access to large media files on portable SSDs.
  • Remote office setups utilize it to expand storage capacity without the need for internal drive installation or downtime.
  • Enterprise virtualization administrators employ it to quickly provision or archive VM image snapshots on external SATA drives.
  • Edge computing deployments incorporate the enclosure to facilitate data transfer and drive swaps in constrained physical spaces.

This enclosure supports efficient data workflows by enabling high-speed connectivity and easy drive interchangeability, fitting seamlessly into dynamic IT infrastructures. Its compatibility with SATA drives ensures scalable storage expansion while maintaining operational agility across varied use cases.


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S251BPU31C3 StarTech USB-C 2.5
S251BPU31C3 StarTech USB-C 2.5" SATA SSD/HDD Hard Drive Enclosure
$64.40