StarTech.com M.2 to U.3 Adapter

Marketing Information

Convert and connect a PCIe M.2 NVMe/AHCI SSD to a 2.5inch form factor to install in a U.3 drive bay or backplane.

Adapt While Retaining Performance

Change the form factor of a 2242, 2260, or 2280 M.2 NVMe drive while maintaining PCIe Gen 4 read and write speeds. This adapter has been designed with no chipset to maintain performance when adapting an M.2 drive to a 2.5-inch form factor.

Hassle-Free Setup

The M.2 to U.3 Host Adapter is compatible with all operating systems, including Windows, macOS, and Linux. No additional drivers or software for installation and operation. The adapter includes M.2 drive and U.3 adapter mounting hardware.

Compatibility

The M.2 to U.3 Host Adapter is ba...ckward compatible with earlier versions of M.2 PCIe NVMe drives. It is not compatible with SATA or SAS host controllers, M.2 SATA SSDs, or U.2 host interfaces.

Applications

• Connect an M.2 NVMe SSD to a computer or server through an available U.3 (SFF-TA-1001) connection to increase data storage capacity
• Enhance productivity for data-intensive applications, making it ideal for developers and content creators

Specifications
Manufacturer: StarTech.com
Manufacturer Part Number: 1M25U3M2ADAPTER
Manufacturer Website Address: http://www.startech.com/uk
Brand Name: StarTech.com
Product Name: M.2 to U.3 Adapter
Packaged Quantity: 1
Product Type: M.2 to U.3 Adapter
Physical Characteristics
Product Color: Red
Height: 7.6 mm
Width: 71.1 mm
Length: 99.1 mm
Weight (Approximate): 37 g
Miscellaneous
Additional Information:

Connector(s)

Drive Connectors

• 1 - M.2 (NVMe, M-Key, PCIe x4)

Host Connectors

• 1 - U.3 (PCIe, NVMe, SFF-TA-1001)

Environmental

Operating Temperature

• 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F)

Storage Temperature

• -40°C to 85°C (-40°F to 185°F)

Humidity

• 15% - 90% RH

Hardware

Fan(s)

• No

Interface

• U.3 (PCIe, NVMe, SFF-TA-1001)

Bus Type

• PCI Express

Number of Drives

• 1

Compatible Drive Types

• M.2 (PCIe, NVMe, M-Key, NGFF)

Supported Drive Height(s)

• 2242
• 2260
• 2280

Performance

S.M.A.R.T. Support

• Yes

Hardware Raid Supported

• No

Insertion Rating

• 60 Cycles

MTBF

• 12,368,734 Hours

Power

Output Voltage

• 3.3V DC

Output Current

• 5A

Software

OS Compatibility

• No Drivers or Software Required

Compatibility: M.2 NVMe SSDs
Country of Origin: Taiwan
Environmental Compliance:

• Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH)
• Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS)
• Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE)

Warranty
Limited Warranty: 2 Year