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StarTech.com 2.5" USB 3.0 Hard Drive Enclosure - Rugged - Supports UASP - Tool-Less - IP54 - SSD USB External HDD Enclsoure (S251BRU33) Main image

StarTech 2.5" USB 3.0 Hard Drive Enclosure - Rugged - Supports UASP - Tool-Less - IP54 - SSD USB External HDD Enclsoure (S251BRU33)

Name: StarTech 2.5" USB 3.0 Hard Drive Enclosure - Rugged - Supports UASP - Tool-Less - IP54 - SSD USB External HDD Enclsoure (S251BRU33)
Brand: StarTech.com
SKU: S251BRU33
Price: 50.25 USD
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This rugged drive enclosure redefines data protection for on-the-go professionals. The military-grade construction protects your sensitive data from harsh field conditions. It makes sure youre equipped for unexpected challenges with a ruggedized water, dust, vibration and shock resistant enclosure.

Industry recognized protection against water and dust, with an IP54 rating

Rugged enclosure sitting outdoors on a rock bed in the rain

Keep your data safe and secure even through sudden downpours or dust storms. The robust enclosure provides superior water and dust resistance with an IP54 rating.

Drop tested for 4 meters (13 feet)

The rugged drive enclosure is enveloped in a silicone protective sleeve, and engineered to help protect your drive from accidental and unexpected shock, vibrations, and drops. Its Military MIL-STD-810G rated and test-proven to withstand drops of up to 4 meters (13 feet). It was drop tested using a solid-state drive in the enclosure.

Data protection inside and out

Photo of rugged enclosure shown open with protective silicone sleeve beside

Wherever you go, the rugged drive enclosure delivers reliable data protection, inside and out. The tough-wearing exterior casing provides shock-resistance, while the flexible silicone sleeve hugs the entire perimeter to ensure an extra measure of protection, absorbing the impact of accidental bumps, rough baggage handling or drops. Inside, an extra layer of silicone provides added drive stability.

Install your drive with ease, with a tool-less design

Diagram for tool-less design with a no-symbol over a screwdriver

Its easy to turn your 2.5in SATA III (6Gbps) solid-state drive or hard drive into external storage. Simply remove the silicone sleeve, open the latch to insert your 2.5" drive into the rugged enclosure, and plug the included USB cable into the computer or hub USB port. There are no screws or tools needed.

70% faster than traditional USB 3.0, with UASP

Save time in the field, by storing and transferring content quickly. Enhanced with UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), this rugged drive enclosure performs with a 70% faster read speed and 40% faster write speed over conventional USB 3.0, when paired with a UASP-enabled host controller.

Speed diagram showing enhanced performance for UASP, 70% faster than traditional USB

UASP is supported in Windows 8, Mac OSX (10.8 or above), and Linux. In testing UASP performs with a 70% faster read speed and 40% faster write speed over traditional USB 3.0 at peak performance.

At the same peak in testing UASP also shows an 80% reduction in required processor resources.

Testing results were obtained using an Intel® Ivy Bridge system, a UASP enabled StarTech.com enclosure, and a SATA III (6Gbps) solid state drive.

The S251BRU33 is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.

StarTech.com S251BRU33 Tech Specs

General Information
Manufacturer:	StarTech.com
Manufacturer Part Number:	S251BRU33
Brand Name:	StarTech.com
Product Name:	Rugged Hard Drive Enclosure - USB 3.0 to 2.5in SATA 6Gbps HDD or SSD - UASP
Packaged Quantity:	1
Product Type:	Drive Enclosure

Technical Information
Number of Hard Drives Supported:	1
Number of Solid State Drive Supported:	1

I/O Expansions
Number of Total Expansion Bays:	1
Number of 2.5" Bays:	1
Hot Swappable Bays:	Yes

Network & Communication
Wireless LAN:	No
UASP Support:	Yes

Interfaces/Ports
Drive Interface:	SATA
Host Interface:	USB 3.0 Micro-B

Physical Characteristics
Product Color:	Black
Product Material:	Silicone
Form Factor:	External
Height:	1.1"
Width:	4.4"
Depth:	5.6"
Weight (Approximate):	9.40 oz

Miscellaneous
Package Contents:	Rugged Hard Drive Enclosure - USB 3.0 to 2.5in SATA 6Gbps HDD or SSD - UASP 1 x USB 3.0 Cable 1 x Foam Pad for 7mm Drives 1 x Instruction Manual 1 x SATA Data & Power Combo (7+15 pin) Female 1 x USB 3.0 Micro-B (10 pin, SuperSpeed) Male
Environmentally Friendly:	Yes
Environmental Certification:	RoHS
	WEEE
	REACH
Country of Origin:	China

Warranty
Limited Warranty:	2 Year