StarTech.com PIB2M21 Quick Start Manual

Quick-start guide
USB to M.2 SATA Converter for Raspberry Pi and Development Boards
PIB2M21
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Introduction
You can use the PIB2M21 to connect an M.2 SATA drive to a
development board to increase data storage capacity and
performance.

Product diagram

Installation hole
Installation hole
Drive-mounting holes
Jumper
5V DC AUX USB
power port
LED
USB 2.0 header
For the latest information, technical specifications, and support for
this product, please visit www.StarTech.com/PIB2M21.
Installation hole
Installation hole
*actual product may vary from photos
M.2 SATA port
USB 2.0 port
Drive-mounting hardware
Converter installed on a development board
Development board
(not provided)
Change the power mode
The converter includes an auxiliary Micro-B USB port that you can
use if you don't want to draw power from the bus. The AUX power
port is 5V DC.
You can use the jumper to control which interface power is drawn
from. By default, the jumper position on the converter is set to USB
power. Consult the table below for more information about how to
change the power mode.
Jumper position

Package contents

• 1 x USB to M.2 SATA converter
• 1 x USB-A to Micro-B cable
• 1 x set of adapter-mounting hardware
• 1 x set of drive-mounting hardware (preinstalled)
• 1 x quick-start guide
Requirements
• M.2 SATA drive
• Development board (for example, Raspberry Pi)
• Screwdriver
• Small pliers
Note: The PIB2M21 is compatible with M.2 SATA B-key drives only.
This converter is OS independent and doesn't require any additional
drivers or software.
Requirements are subject to change. For the latest requirements,
please visit www.StarTech.com/PIB2M21.
Screw
Standoff
Nut
Mode
USB powered
AUX powered
Manual Revision: 10/18/2016