CRU MoveDock 3S USB 3.0/eSATA Adapter
Best rugged docking solution for professionals managing high-volume data workflows.
The CRU MoveDock 3S is a robust docking adapter featuring rugged steel construction, designed for rapid access to DX115 DC hard drive carriers. It's built for professional workflows, offering dependable durability with a rating of up to 30,000 insertion cycles. This adapter transforms various SATA drives, including 2.5" and 3.5" HDDs or SSDs up to 6TB and beyond, into external storage via the DX115 carrier. Experience efficient data transfer with high-speed USB 3.0 (up to 5 Gbps) and eSATA (up to 6 Gbps) connections.
$86.00
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Price vs Category Average
-32%
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Construction Material
Rugged all-metal steel
/ Rugged all-metal steel
Who it's for
- IT professionals needing flexible connectivity across legacy and modern systems
- Field technicians requiring hardware that survives frequent, heavy-duty use
- Data managers handling mixed collections of desktop and laptop drives
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious home users seeking basic file transfer solutions
- Power users demanding maximum throughput for high-speed SSD performance
- Mobile professionals prioritizing a clutter-free, bus-powered workspace
Performance breakdown
Build Durability
Rugged all-metal steel construction built to survive demanding professional environments.
Insertion Longevity
Rated for 30,000 cycles, ensuring reliable performance for high-frequency drive swapping.
Transfer Versatility
Dual USB 3.0 and eSATA interfaces provide flexible, high-speed connectivity options.
Drive Compatibility
Seamlessly handles 2.5 and 3.5-inch drives with massive capacity support.
Workflow Efficiency
Rapid DX115 carrier docking streamlines data access for busy production workflows.
Interface Speed
Delivers fast data throughput capable of keeping pace with modern storage.
Key Specs
Construction Material
Rugged all-metal steel
Host Interface Types
USB 3.0, eSATA
Maximum Transfer Speed (USB 3.0)
Up to 5 Gbps
Maximum Transfer Speed (eSATA)
Up to 6 Gbps (host dependent)
Supported Drive Types
SATA 2.5" drive, SATA 3.5" drive, SATA SSD
Maximum Drive Capacity
6TB capacity and beyond
Durability Rating
Withstands up to 30,000 insertion/ejection cycles
Compatibility
Designed for DX115 DC hard drive carriers
Features
- Quickly docks DX115 hard drive carriers
- Extremely durable steel construction
- Supports 2.5" and 3.5" SATA drives
- High-speed USB 3.0 and eSATA connectivity
- Compatible with drives over 6TB
- Rated for 30,000 insertion cycles
What customers say
Customers highly value the CRU MoveDock 3S for its superior build quality and reliability, especially professionals needing fast access to bare SATA drives. The dual USB 3.0 and eSATA connectivity offers excellent flexibility and consistently fast transfer speeds, making it ideal for large data tasks. Users appreciate the simple plug and play operation across both 2.5-inch and 3.5-inch drives. While the initial cost is higher, the consensus is that the exceptional performance and dependable longevity fully justify the investment for mission-critical work. Overall satisfaction remains very high due to its core dependability.
Know before you buy
The MoveDock 3S is specifically designed to dock DX115 DC hard drive carriers. You will need to house your SATA drive within a compatible DX115 carrier before inserting it into the dock.
Yes, the MoveDock 3S supports drive capacities of 6TB and beyond, making it suitable for high-capacity storage workflows.
The eSATA interface offers the highest potential transfer speeds at up to 6 Gbps, compared to the 5 Gbps limit of the USB 3.0 connection. Keep in mind that your actual speed will depend on your host computer's interface and the drive type being used.
Absolutely. The unit features rugged all-metal steel construction and is rated for up to 30,000 insertion cycles, ensuring it can withstand the rigors of frequent, high-volume data handling.
Yes, as long as the drives are mounted within a compatible DX115 carrier, the dock supports both 2.5-inch and 3.5-inch SATA HDDs and SSDs.
Yes, the dock includes an AC power adapter to ensure stable power delivery to the drive, which is necessary for reliable performance with both 2.5-inch and 3.5-inch drives.
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