StarTech.com SMS2BU31C3R Manual
StarTech.com SMS2BU31C3R Manual

StarTech.com SMS2BU31C3R Manual

Dual-bay drive enclosure for msata ssd drives - usb 3.1 (10gbps), usb-c - raid

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Dual-Bay Drive Enclosure for mSATA SSD Drives -
USB 3.1 (10Gbps), USB-C - RAID
SMS2BU31C3R
FR: Guide de l'utilisateur - fr.startech.com
DE: Bedienungsanleitung - de.startech.com
ES: Guía del usuario - es.startech.com
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PT: Guia do usuário - pt.startech.com
IT: Guida per l'uso - it.startech.com
For the latest information, technical specifications, and support for
this product, please visit www.StarTech.com/SMS2BU31C3R.
Manual Revision: 07/29/2016
*actual product may vary from photos

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  • Page 1 Dual-Bay Drive Enclosure for mSATA SSD Drives - USB 3.1 (10Gbps), USB-C - RAID SMS2BU31C3R *actual product may vary from photos FR: Guide de l’utilisateur - fr.startech.com DE: Bedienungsanleitung - de.startech.com ES: Guía del usuario - es.startech.com NL: Gebruiksaanwijzing - nl.startech.com PT: Guia do usuário - pt.startech.com...
  • Page 2 StarTech.com. Where they occur these references are for illustrative purposes only and do not represent an endorsement of a product or service by StarTech.com, or an endorsement of the product(s) to which this manual applies by the third-party company in question. Regardless of any direct acknowledgement elsewhere in the body of this document, StarTech.com hereby...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction ....................1 Product diagram ............................1 Package contents ............................2 Requirements ............................. 2 About USB 3.0 and USB 3.1 Gen 1 ....................... 2 Install an mSATA drive ................3 Connect a drive to your computer ............4 Set a RAID mode ..................4 RAID modes ..............................
  • Page 4: Introduction

    Introduction The SMS2BU31C3R provides a quick and easy way to back up the data from your USB-C or USB-A enabled devices, and to access data stored on mSATA drives. This dual-bay drive enclosure features USB 3.1 Gen 1 data transfer speeds of up to 10Gbps, as well as built-in RAID capability.
  • Page 5: Package Contents

    (10 Gbps) port. System requirements are subject to change. For the latest requirements, please visit www.StarTech.com/SMS2BU31C3R. About USB 3.0 and USB 3.1 Gen 1 USB 3.0 is also known as USB 3.1 Gen 1. This connectivity standard offers speeds up to 5Gbps.
  • Page 6: Install An Msata Drive

    Install an mSATA drive Warning! Drives should be handled carefully, especially when they’re transported. If you’re not careful with your drives, you may lose data as a result. Always handle storage devices with caution. Make sure that you’re properly grounded by wearing an anti-static strap when you install any computer component.
  • Page 7: Connect A Drive To Your Computer

    Connect a drive to your computer Note: A USB-A and a USB-C cable are provided with the dual-bay enclosure to accommodate the type of USB port that your computer is equipped with. When you’re connecting your computer to the enclosure, make sure that you’re using the cable that’s appropriate for your computer.
  • Page 8: Raid Modes

    RAID modes RAID mode Description Switch 1 Switch 2 Switch 3 JBOD Just a Bunch of Disks Allows access to both drives individually RAID 0 Striping Improves system performance RAID 1 Mirror Creates a redundant drive on the second drive for security SPAN Spanning...
  • Page 9: Technical Support

    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.
  • Page 10 StarTech.com is an ISO 9001 Registered manufacturer of connectivity and technology parts. StarTech.com was founded in 1985 and has operations in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom and Taiwan servicing a worldwide market.

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