StarTech.com Dual Bay Standalone M.2 NVMe to 2.5/3.5 SATA SSD Cloner 27 GB/min N2-M2-SSD-DUPLICATOR
The StarTech.com N2-M2-SSD-DUPLICATOR is an enterprise-ready dual-bay standalone SSD cloner engineered to duplicate M.2 NVMe to 2.5/3.5" SATA drives bidirectionally at speeds up to 27 GB/min, significantly streamlining data migration workflows for IT professionals.
- Standalone Cloning: Perform M.2 NVMe to SATA SSD/HDD duplication without a host computer, reducing IT overhead and accelerating system deployments.
- High-Speed Data Transfer: Achieve data cloning at up to 27 GB/min, minimizing downtime during critical drive upgrades and system migrations.
- Bidirectional Compatibility: Clone between M.2 NVMe and 2.5/3.5" SATA drives in either direction, offering versatile support for diverse storage environments.
- Sector-by-Sector Accuracy: Ensure exact data replication for operating systems and critical applications, maintaining data integrity across all migrations.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The StarTech.com N2-M2-SSD-DUPLICATOR is a purpose-built dual-bay standalone SSD cloner, supporting M.2 NVMe and 2.5/3.5" SATA drives with a transfer rate of 27 GB/min. This device operates independently of a host computer, simplifying complex data migration tasks.
Engineered for operational efficiency, this cloner supports bidirectional duplication and sector-by-sector cloning, ensuring data integrity for critical business applications. Its TAA and RoHS compliance meets procurement standards for government and environmentally conscious organizations.
- Core Functionality: Enables rapid, standalone duplication of M.2 NVMe to 2.5/3.5" SATA drives, significantly reducing the time required for system upgrades and data recovery.
- High-Speed Performance: Achieves cloning speeds of up to 27 GB/min, minimizing employee downtime and accelerating IT project completion.
- Versatile Compatibility: Supports both M.2 NVMe and 2.5/3.5" SATA SSDs/HDDs, providing flexibility for managing diverse storage hardware within an organization.
- Host-Free Operation: Performs cloning without requiring a connected computer, freeing up IT resources and simplifying deployment in various operational settings.
- Operational Value: Delivers a reliable, TAA-compliant solution for critical data migration, extending the lifecycle of existing hardware and optimizing IT asset management.
This standalone SSD cloner is an essential tool for IT professionals seeking to enhance efficiency and reliability in their data management and system deployment workflows.
Technical Specifications
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What This Solves
Rapid System Deployment
When deploying new workstations or servers, IT teams need to quickly provision multiple systems with identical drive images. This product enables fast, sector-by-sector cloning of master drives to new storage, accelerating rollout times.
IT operations teams, corporate IT departments, system integrators for internal use
Efficient Data Migration
Upgrading existing systems from older SATA SSDs to faster M.2 NVMe drives or vice versa can be a complex and time-consuming process. The standalone duplicator simplifies this by allowing direct, bidirectional cloning without requiring a host PC.
Businesses undergoing hardware refresh cycles, IT departments managing diverse storage technologies, organizations prioritizing minimal downtime
Secure Drive Backup & Recovery
Creating exact, bootable copies of critical system drives is essential for disaster recovery planning and data archival. This device provides a reliable method for generating sector-by-sector clones, ensuring data integrity for recovery operations.
Companies with strict RTO/RPO objectives, data centers performing regular backups, organizations requiring offline data replication
Key Features
Standalone Duplication
Eliminates the need for a host computer, simplifying data migration and freeing up IT resources for other critical tasks.
27 GB/min Transfer Rate
Accelerates drive cloning processes, significantly reducing downtime during system upgrades and ensuring rapid operational readiness.
Bidirectional M.2 NVMe to 2.5/3.5" SATA Cloning
Provides versatile compatibility for managing diverse storage types, streamlining IT inventory and upgrade paths across different hardware generations.
Sector-by-Sector Cloning
Ensures an exact replica of the source drive, preserving operating system installations, applications, and data integrity without corruption.
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps) Interface
Offers high-speed connectivity when accessing drives via a host computer, enabling quick data transfers for diagnostics or file management.
Industry Applications
Legal & Professional Services
Ensures secure and efficient data migration during PC upgrades or data recovery, maintaining client data integrity and operational continuity.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Facilitates reliable upgrades of medical workstations or imaging systems, ensuring accurate and compliant data transfer without host system interference.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Supports rapid deployment or upgrade of industrial control systems and workstations, where reliable and fast drive duplication is critical for uptime.
Government & Public Sector
Enables secure and TAA-compliant data migration and system deployment across various agency departments, adhering to strict procurement standards.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can this duplicator clone a bootable operating system drive?
Yes, the StarTech.com N2-M2-SSD-DUPLICATOR performs sector-by-sector cloning, which creates an exact replica of the source drive, including the operating system and boot partitions.
Does this device require any software to perform cloning operations?
No, this is a standalone SSD cloner designed to operate independently without the need for any software installation on a host computer for duplication tasks.
What types of M.2 NVMe drives are compatible with this duplicator?
The duplicator supports M.2 NVMe SSDs with PCI Express 3.0 and 3.1 interfaces, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of modern high-performance M.2 drives.
Can I use this device to access the drives from a computer without cloning?
Yes, when connected to a host computer via its USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) interface, the device functions as a dual-bay drive enclosure, allowing access to both M.2 NVMe and SATA drives.
Warranty & Returns
Manufacturer Warranty
2 Years
Warranty is provided directly by the manufacturer and covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use.
Return Policy
Returns subject to manufacturer approval
Hardware returns are governed by the manufacturer's return policy. Some products are non-returnable or subject to restocking fees. Defective items are handled under the manufacturer warranty. Contact Zent Networks before initiating any return.