Simplecom SA516 NVMe/SATA Dual Protocol M.2 SSD and 2.5" SATA to USB Adapter 10Gbps [SA516]

Simplecom SA516 Description:

Simplecom SA516 NVMe/SATA Dual Protocol M.2 SSD and 2.5" SATA to USB Adapter 10Gbps

The SA516 is a dual-slot storage adapter designed to support both M.2 SSDs and 2.5" SATA drives in one compact solution. With its dual-slot design, users can easily access and manage different types of storage devices, making it ideal for data transfer, backup, and system upgrades.
The M.2 slot supports both NVMe and SATA protocols and is compliant with the USB 3.2 Gen 2 standard. The SA516 delivers high-speed data transfer of up to 10Gbps when used with NVMe M.2 SSDs, ensuring fast and efficient performance. It also supports SATA-based M.2 and 2.5" SATA drives, offering broad compatibility with a wide range of storage devices.
Powered directly via USB, the SA516 requires no external power supply. The included USB-C to USB-C and USB-A combo cable ensures convenient connectivity across various devices. Designed for ease of use, it features plug-and-play functionality with no driver installation required, making it suitable for both home and professional users.

Features

• Dual slots support both M.2 SSDs and 2.5" SATA drives
• M.2 slot supports both NVMe and SATA protocols
• Compatible with M Key or B+M Key M.2 SSDs
• Compatible with 2.5" SATA HDDs and SSDs
• USB-C interface compliant with USB 3.2 Gen 2 standard
• Supports data transfer rates up to 10Gbps
• USB-C and USB-A combo cable, convenient for use on different devices
• Supports UASP for faster data transfer speed and maximum performance
• Supports TRIM command for improved data writing to extend SSD life
• Plug and play, no driver required
• USB powered, no external power required

Specifications

• Model: SA516
• Material: ABS plastic
• Interface: USB-C (USB 3.2 Gen 2)
• Transfer Rate: NVMe M.2 up to 10Gbps; SATA M.2 and 2.5" SATA drives up to 6Gbps
• Compatible M.2 Type: NVMe and SATA M.2
• Compatible M.2 Size: 2230 / 2242 / 2260 / 2280 / 22110
• Compatible SATA Type: 2.5" SATA HDDs/SSDs
• Dimensions: 60 x 40 x 14 mm (L x W x H)
• Weight: Approx. 37g
• Operating System Support: Windows 7 or later, macOS 10.8 or later, Linux

Package Contents

• 1x SA516 M.2 SSD and 2.5" SATA to USB Adapter
• 1x USB-C + USB-A combo cable
• 1x User Manual

Important Notes

• M.2 and SATA ports cannot be used simultaneously. Please connect either an M.2 or 2.5" SATA drive at a time.
• SATA port supports 2.5" SATA drives only; 3.5" SATA hard drives are not supported.
• This adapter does not support hot-swapping. Please unplug the USB cable before plugging or unplugging the SSD.
• SA516 supports both NVMe and SATA-based M.2 SSDs (M Key or B+M Key). When using a SATA M.2 SSD, bandwidth is limited to 6Gbps, which is the maximum transfer rate of the SATA interface.