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Description

StarTech SDOCK2U33V Dual-Bay Hard Drive Dock

Overview

The StarTech SDOCK2U33V provides direct access to two 2.5-inch or 3.5-inch SATA hard drives or SSDs through a single USB 3.2 Gen 1 connection. This dual-bay dock is ideal for IT professionals, system integrators, and security personnel who need to quickly access, clone, or back up data from multiple drives without installing them into a host system. Its tool-free design allows for rapid drive swapping, making it efficient for forensic analysis, data recovery, or managing surveillance footage archives. The SDOCK2U33V supports SATA I, II, and III drives, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of storage devices.

Compatibility

This dock is compatible with any 2.5-inch or 3.5-inch SATA I, II, or III hard drive or solid-state drive. It connects to any computer or system with a USB 3.2 Gen 1 (or backward compatible USB 3.0 / 2.0) port. The included 36W power adapter ensures sufficient power delivery for two high-capacity drives. It functions as a standard mass storage device, making it compatible with Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems without requiring special drivers.

Installation Notes

Operates within a 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F) ambient temperature range. Storage temperature range is -20°C to 50°C (-4°F to 122°F). Recommended humidity range is 20%RH to 80%RH.

What's in the Box

  • 1x Dual-Bay Hard Drive Dock
  • 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Cable
  • 1x AC Adapter (100-240V AC input, 12V DC, 3A output)
  • 1x Power Cord
  • 1x Quick Start Guide
Specifications
Data Transfer Rate: 5Gbps
Host Connection: USB 3.2 Gen 1
Drive Connectors: 2 - SATA Data & Power Combo
Number of Drives: 2
Drive Size: 2.5in & 3.5in
Compatible Drive Types: SATA
Drive Installation: Removable
Operating Temperature: 5C to 35C
Storage Temperature: -20C to 50C
Humidity: 20%RH~80%RH
Product Length: 5.1 in
Product Width: 4.5 in
Product Height: 2.4 in
Weight of Product: 12.6 oz
Power Consumption: 36 Watts
Input Voltage: 100 - 240 AC
Output Voltage: 12V DC
Output Current: 3A
Warranty: 2 Years
SATA Speed: SATA III (6 Gbps)
LED Indicators: 2 - drive activity, 1 - power
Brand: StarTech
MPN: SDOCK2U33V
Type: Power Supply
Connectivity: USB
Power: 240V AC
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