StarTech.com USB 3.1 Dual 3.5" SATA (6Gbps) HDD Enclosure with RAID
USB-C and USB-A
Product ID: S352BU313R
Product Image
A black, rectangular dual-bay external hard drive enclosure. It features a power button on the top front with an LED indicator. Two drive bays are visible on the front, labeled 'HDD I' and 'HDD II', each with an LED indicator. The StarTech.com logo is present on the front panel.
Overview
This USB 3.1 dual-bay drive enclosure provides high-capacity, high-performance external data storage for laptops and desktop computers. It supports two 3.5" SATA hard drives and offers ultra-fast data transfer speeds with configurable RAID modes.
High-Speed, High-Capacity Data Storage
Create a high-capacity external storage solution supporting two 3.5" HDDs, SSDs, or SSHDs. This 2-bay enclosure delivers fast file transfer rates up to 10Gbps via USB 3.1 Gen 2. It supports SATA I, II, and III, enhanced with UASP for maximum performance with SATA III drives. It serves as an effective solution for creative professionals, office employees, researchers, and medical personnel to store, access, back up, and protect important files.
Increase Performance and Data Redundancy through RAID
Multiple RAID options are available, including RAID 0 (Striped Disks), RAID 1 (Mirrored Disks), JBOD (Just a Bunch of Disks), and SPAN (BIG). These modes allow users to choose their preferred backup mode and customize drive arrangements based on storage requirements, enhancing storage size, performance, or redundancy.
Designed for Reliability and Versatility
The enclosure features a durable aluminum and plastic housing with a metal hard-drive mounting tray. A built-in fan helps dissipate operating heat, maintaining an optimal environment for drive protection. It includes both USB-C and USB-A cables for flexible use with various devices, including those with USB-C™ ports, Thunderbolt™ 3 USB-C ports, and legacy USB ports. The enclosure is OS independent, requiring no additional software or drivers.
Applications
- Ideal for small business or home offices needing an external RAID array for data redundancy and protection against drive failure.
- Suitable for video editing or photography professionals/enthusiasts working with very large files.
- Enables quick and secure transfer of large files between computers without a network.
- Facilitates easy storage transfers between different computer systems and large volume external storage for backups/archiving.
Features
- Supports two 3.5" SATA HDDs/SSDs/SSHDs.
- Data transfer speeds up to 10Gbps via USB 3.1 Gen 2 connectivity.
- Supports RAID 0, RAID 1, JBOD, and SPAN (BIG).
- Supports SATA revision I/II/III (up to 6 Gbps).
- Aluminum and plastic housing with a metal hard-drive mounting tray.
- Compatible with Thunderbolt 3 USB-C ports.
- Built-in fan for cooling.
- Includes two cables: USB-C to USB-B and USB-A to USB-B.
- Backward compatible with USB 3.0 (USB Gen 1) and USB 2.0.
Specifications
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Warranty | 2 Years |
| Bus Type | USB 3.1 Gen 2 |
| Chipset ID | ASMedia - ASM1352R |
| Compatible Drive Types | SATA |
| Drive Installation | Fixed |
| Drive Size | 3.5in |
| Fan Bearing Type | Sleeve Bearing |
| Fan(s) | Yes |
| Fans | 1 - 50 mm |
| Interface | USB 3.1 Gen 2 |
| Number of Drives | 2 |
| 4Kn Support | Yes |
| Max Drive Capacity | Tested up to 10TB |
| Maximum Data Transfer Rate | 10 Gbps |
| MTBF | 100,000 hours |
| RAID | Yes |
| Supported RAID Modes | RAID 0 (Striped Disks), RAID 1 (Mirrored Disks), JBOD - (Just a Bunch of Disks), BIG (Spanning or Concatenation) |
| TRIM Support | Yes |
| Type and Rate | USB 3.1 Gen 2 - 10 Gbit/s, SATA III (6 Gbps) |
| UASP Support | Yes |
| Drive Connectors | 2 - SATA Data & Power Combo (7+15 pin) |
| Host Connectors | 1 - USB 3.1 USB Type-B (9 pin, Gen 2, 10 Gbps) |
| OS Compatibility | OS independent; No software or drivers required |
| Special Notes / Requirements | Windows 7 and earlier Windows versions do not support TRIM with USB to SATA devices. |
| Indicators | 1 - Power, 2 - Drive Activity |
| Power | Center Tip Polarity: Positive |
| Input Current | 1.0A |
| Input Voltage | 100 - 240 AC |
| Output Current | 3.0A |
| Output Voltage | 12 DC |
| Plug Type | M |
| Power Consumption (In Watts) | 36W |
| Power Source | AC Adapter Included |
| Humidity | 5%~95% RH |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) |
| Storage Temperature | -10°C to 65°C (14°F to 149°F) |
| Color | Black |
| Enclosure Type | Aluminum and Plastic |
| Product Height | 4.9 in [12.5 cm] |
| Product Length | 7.5 in [19 cm] |
| Product Width | 3 in [75 mm] |
| Weight of Product | 2.2 lb [1 kg] |
| Package Height | 5.9 in [15.1 cm] |
| Package Length | 10.3 in [26.1 cm] |
| Package Width | 7.3 in [18.6 cm] |
| Shipping (Package) Weight | 3.9 lb [1.8 kg] |
What's in the Box
- 1 - dual-bay enclosure
- 1 - universal power adapter (NA/JP, UK, EU, ANZ)
- 1 - USB-A to USB-B cable
- 1 - USB-C to USB-B cable
- 1 - enclosure stand
- 8 - drive screws
- 1 - quick-start guide
Product appearance and specifications are subject to change without notice.
For more information, visit www.startech.com or call 1 800 265 1844.
