Sabrent
5-Bay USB-C Docking Station for 2.5” SATA HDDs and SSDs
Effortlessly expand your storage with the Sabrent 5-Bay USB-C Docking Station. This versatile unit allows you to simultaneously access up to five 2.5-inch SATA HDDs or SSDs, supporting drives up to 15mm in height. Experience rapid data transfers at up to 10Gbps via the USB 3.2 Gen 2x1 connection. Enjoy the convenience of tool-free, hot-swappable installation and plug-and-play setup for quick drive management. The integrated 80mm cooling fan, which can be switched off, ensures optimal drive temperatures, while clear LED indicators provide status updates for each bay.
$146.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
45
/ 122
#45 in Hard Drive Docks
Price vs Category Average
+17%
Above average
Host Connection Speed
3.22110
/ USB Gen x (Gbps)
Who it's for
- High Density Storage
- Fast USB-C Connectivity
- Tool-Free Hot-Swap Design
Who should skip it
- Potential Heat Management Issues
- 2.5-Inch Drive Limitation
- No Hardware RAID Support
Key Specs
Host Connection Speed
USB 3.2 Gen 2x1 (10Gbps)
Drive Support
Up to five 2.5-inch SATA HDDs/SSDs (up to 15mm height)
Power Supply
External 12V/3A adapter (36W)
Material
Plastic
Dimensions
Length 6.1 in., Height 6.3 in., Width 4.1 in.
Cooling
Switchable 80mm fan
Model Number
DS-5R15
Warranty
1-year standard, extendable to 2 years with registration
Features
- Supports five 2.5-inch SATA drives simultaneously
- Achieves fast 10Gbps transfer speeds via USB-C
- Tool-free, hot-swappable drive installation
- Switchable 80mm cooling fan for thermal management
- Plug & play setup for immediate use
- Stable power delivery via external adapter
- Clear LED indicators for drive and fan status
What customers say
This Sabrent 5-Bay Dock excels as a specialized tool for managing numerous 2.5-inch SATA drives, especially SSDs. Users highly value the tool-less design for quick drive swapping and testing. The USB 3.2 Gen 2 interface ensures excellent speed, meaning performance is limited only by the drives themselves, which is crucial for large transfers. Its compact size is another significant advantage over bulkier alternatives. While the quality is high, the initial cost positions it as a premium device. A minor concern noted is heat buildup when running five mechanical hard drives simultaneously, suggesting active cooling might be needed for constant heavy use. Overall, it delivers exceptional utility and speed for its specific niche.
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