Simplecom SD562 Dual-Bay NVMe/SATA M.2 SSD RAID Enclosure with Offline Clone

Simplecom SD562 Dual-Bay NVMe/SATA M.2 SSD RAID Enclosure with Offline Clone

SD562 is a high-performance dual-bay M.2 SSD enclosure designed for flexible storage expansion and efficient data management. Supporting both NVMe and SATA M.2 SSDs, it allows users to install two M.2 drives and operate them in multiple modes, including RAID 0, RAID 1, normal partition mode, and clone mode for quick duplication.
It helps manage and protect your data, making it a convenient solution for expanding storage capacity, enhancing data security, or configuring drives to suit different needs.

• Convenient and Fast
Featuring a USB 3.2 Gen 2 interface, this enclosure delivers data transfer speeds of up to 10Gbps, making it ideal for handling large files, backups, and system upgrades. The built-in offline cloning mode enables direct drive duplication without the need for a computer, providing a convenient solution for data migration.

• Durability and Reliability
Built with a durable aluminium enclosure, it ensures excellent heat dissipation, while the integrated cooling fan helps maintain stable performance during intensive operations. The tool-free design with a magnetic top cover allows for quick and hassle-free installation.

• Four Operating and RAID Modes
This enclosure offers various operating modes, including RAID 0, RAID 1, clone and normal partition modes. It provides flexibility in terms of storage configuration or data redundancy needs.
PM (Partition Mode): The enclosure operates as a standard external drive enclosure with no RAID configuration, treating each SSD as an independent drive. Two SSDs will appear as separate drive letters on the computer.
RAID 0: Disk striping mode that divides data into blocks and distributes them across two SSDs. This increases read and write performance, but it is not recommended for storing important data, as failure of one drive will result in total data loss.
RAID 1: Disk mirroring mode that provides data redundancy and fault tolerance by replicating data across two SSDs. This ensures files can be recovered if one drive fails.
CLONE: In this mode, the device operates as a standalone duplicator dock without being connected to a computer, allowing easy cloning of NVMe M.2 SSDs. It is ideal for data backup and migration.

Features

• Dual-bay NVMe/SATA M.2 SSD enclosure with 4 operating modes
• Supports RAID 0, RAID 1, clone and normal partition modes
• Allows simultaneous access to two M.2 SSDs in normal partition mode
• USB 3.2 Gen 2 interface with data transfer speeds up to 10Gbps
• Supports offline clone mode for standalone duplication without a host computer
• Built-in cooling fan effectively reduces operating temperatures
• Durable aluminium enclosure with excellent heat dissipation
• Tool-free installation with magnetic top cover
• Plug and play, no additional driver software required
• LED indicators for RAID mode, clone mode and drive activity status

Specifications

• Model: SD562
• Interface: USB-C (USB 3.2 Gen 2)
• Transfer Rate: Up to 10Gbps
• SSD Support: 2x NVMe M.2 or 2x SATA M.2 SSDs (NVMe and SATA M.2 cannot be used simultaneously)
• SSD Size Support:  2230 / 2242 / 2260 (Source Slot only) / 2280
• Operating Modes: RAID 0, RAID 1, Clone, normal Partition Mode
• Cooling Fan: 20mm radial fan
• Main material: Aluminium
• Power Input: DC 5V/3A
• Dimensions: 120x 68 x 22mm (LxWxH)
• Weight: 208g (without SSD)
• Supported Operating Systems: Windows 7 or later, macOS 10.8 or later

Package Contents

• 1x SD562 Dual-Bay M.2 SSD Enclosure
• 1x USB-C and USB-A Combo Cable
• 1x Power Adapter
• 2x Silicone thermal pads
• 2x Aluminium thermal pads
• 1x User Manual

Important Notes

• Only supports reading or cloning two SSDs with the same protocol (two M.2 NVMe SSDs or two M.2 SATA SSDs). NVMe and SATA M.2 SSDs cannot be used simultaneously in any of the four modes.
• Switching modes will format both SSDs. Please back up important data before switching modes to avoid data loss.