StarTech M2-USB-C-NVME-SATA M.2 PCIe NVMe/M.2 SATA SSD USB Enclosure User Guide
- June 5, 2024
- StarTech
Table of Contents
StarTech M2-USB-C-NVME-SATA M.2 PCIe NVMe/M.2 SATA SSD USB Enclosure
Product ID
M2-USB-C-NVME-SATA
Product Diagram
| Component | Function |
|---|---|
| 1 | Drive Tray Cover |
| 2 | USB-C Port |
Computer
3
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Power and Activity LED Indicator
| • Solid Blue indicates the Enclosure is receiving power
• Flashing Blue indicates Drive read/write activity
4| Drive Tray Release Tab| • Pull down to eject the Drive Tray
Package Contents
- M.2 SSD Enclosure x 1
- USB-C to USB-C Cable x 1
- USB-C to USB-A Cable x 1
- Thermal Pad x 1
- SSD Fastener Pegs x 2
- Quick-Start Guide
Product Information
For the latest product information, technical specifications, manuals, and Declarations of Conformance, please visit: www.StarTech.com/M2-USB-C-NVME- SATA
Product Requirements
- SSD x 1
- M-Key and B+M-Key PCI Express M.2 NVMe and M.2 SATA
- 30 mm, 42 mm, 60 mm, or 80 mm Drive Length
Installation
Install a Drive
Warning! Handle Drives with care.
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Pull the Drive Tray Release Tab down to eject the Drive Tray.
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Carefully pull the Drive Tray out of the Enclosure.
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Insert one SSD Fastener Peg into the Drive Tray Hole that corresponds with the length of the Drive and slide the SSD Fastener Peg into the Notch.
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Gently slide the Connector on the Drive at a 30-degree angle into the corresponding Drive Connector, located on the Drive Tray.
Note : The Connector on the Drive is keyed so that it only fits one way. -
Pull the SSD Fastener Peg away from the Drive, lightly push the Drive down into position on the Drive Tray, and release the SSD Fastener Peg.
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Peel the Adhesive Cover off of the Thermal Pad
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Align the Thermal Pad over the Drive, ensuring the SSD Fastener Peg will fit through one of the holes in the Thermal Pad.
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Gently apply the Thermal Pad to the Drive.
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Slide the Drive Tray into the Enclosure until it clicks into place.
Connect the Enclosure to a Computer
Connect the USB-C to USB-C Cable or the USB-C to USB-A Cable to the USB-C Port
on the Enclosure and to a USB Port on the Computer. Once connected, the
Computer’s OS will automatically install the necessary software.
Note : The Enclosure does not require an external power supply, as it receives sufficient power from the Host Computer’s USB Port.
Disconnect the Enclosure from a Computer
Windows PC
Warning! Ejecting the Drive before receiving a notification that it is safe to do so could result in lost or corrupted data.
- In the Notification tray, click the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon.
- Select the Drive connected to the Enclosure.
- Once the Safe to Remove Hardware message appears, disconnect the USB-C to USB-C Cable or the USB-C to USB-A Cable from the Enclosure or the USB Port on the Computer.
macOS
Warning! Ejecting the Drive that is still visible in the Finder sidebar
could result in lost or corrupted data.
- Close any Windows that list the Drive contents.
- Open the Finder.
- Locate the Drive connected to the Enclosure in Finder sidebar.
- Select the Eject Icon next to the Drive.
- Once the Drive is no longer listed in the Finder sidebar, disconnect the USB-C to USB-C Cable or the USB-C to USB-A Cable from the Enclosure or the USB Port on the Computer.
Warranty Information
This product is backed by a two-year warranty. For further information on product warranty terms and conditions, please refer to www.startech.com/warranty.
Limitation of Liability
In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP
(or their officers, directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether
direct or indirect, special, punitive, incidental, consequential, or
otherwise), loss of profits, loss of business, or any pecuniary loss, arising
out of or related to the use of the product exceed the actual price paid for
the product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages. If such laws apply, the limitations or
exclusions contained in this statement may not apply to you.
Safety Measures
If product has an exposed circuit board, do not touch the product under power.
FCC Compliance Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by StarTech.com could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Industry Canada Statement
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. CAN ICES-3
(B)/NMB-3(B) This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS
standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This
device may not cause interference, and (2) This device must accept any
interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the
device.
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