AXAGON ADSA-M2C22, Dual M.2 NVMe & SATA SSD Docking and Cloning Station, USB-C 20 Gbps
AXAGON ADSA-M2C22, Dual M.2 NVMe & SATA SSD Docking and Cloning Station, USB-C 20 Gbps
USB-C 20Gbps Docking Station for 2× M.2 NVMe / SATA SSD
The fast AXAGON ADSA-M2C22 CLONE MASTER docking and cloning station with a USB-C 20Gbps interface allows you to work with up to two M.2 SSDs simultaneously. It supports a pair of NVMe M.2 SSDs or a pair of SATA M.2 SSDs, offering universal use for both types of storage. The offline cloning function allows you to copy the contents of the source drive to the target drive without connecting the station to a computer. Stable performance under long-term load is ensured by the combination of the USB 20Gbps interface and active cooling, which minimises drive slowdown caused by thermal throttling. When connected to a computer, both inserted drives can be used as two separate storage units. The station makes it easy to format, delete, test and prepare NVMe or SATA drives during data migration, operating system installation, service interventions or backups. A USB-C 20Gbps cable is also included in the package.
Key Features of the AXAGON ADSA-M2C22 External Docking Station
- Supports 2× M.2 NVMe SSDs or 2× M.2 SATA SSDs
- Supports M.2 SSD formats 2230, 2242, 2260, 2280 and 22110
- Allows you to connect two drives simultaneously
- Transfer speed of up to 20Gbit/s
- Allows NVMe to NVMe or SATA to SATA cloning without a computer
- Cloning speed up to 2,000MB/s
- Approximate cloning time for a 1TB drive is about 15 minutes
- LED indication allows you to monitor the cloning progress
- Active cooling with an integrated fan
- The fan can be switched on or off independently
- Support for UASP, TRIM, S.M.A.R.T. and booting from SSD
- Compatible with software RAID in Windows and macOS
- Compatible with USB, USB4 and Thunderbolt 3 / 4 / 5
- Plug and Play support
Cloning without a Computer
The docking station can clone one M.2 SSD to another without connecting to a PC or laptop. The USB 20Gbps interface allows for cloning speeds of up to 2,000MB/s, which is double that of standard 10Gbps stations with a maximum speed of 1,000MB/s. Cloning a 1TB NVMe SSD thus takes approximately 15 minutes. Simply insert the source drive into the M.2 Source slot, the target drive into the M.2 Target slot, start the process with the button, and monitor its progress using the LED indicator. Because cloning is done independently without the intervention of the operating system, the data transfer remains secure, stable, and fast. The push-button start also reduces the risk of accidentally initiating the operation. The result is an exact copy of the drive, including the Windows, macOS, or Linux operating system. The station copies data block by block (LBA), so the length of the process is determined by the capacity of the source drive, not the volume of stored data. The target SSD must have the same or greater capacity than the source. Cloning is only possible between drives of the same type, i.e., NVMe to NVMe or SATA to SATA. A combination of NVMe and SATA cannot be used simultaneously.
Performance for Two Drives
The USB 20Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 2×2) interface provides a theoretical throughput of up to 20Gbit/s and is optimised for working with multiple SSDs simultaneously during cloning, data transfer, and regular use. The actual speed is influenced by the type and generation of the inserted M.2 SSDs. The modern Realtek RTL9220DP chipset helps maintain a stable transfer rate under heavy load and long-term operation, so the station effectively utilises the performance of the connected drives and ensures smooth data transfers without significant fluctuations.
Two Drives in the System, Quick Swapping and RAID
When connected to a computer, both inserted drives are recognised as separate units that can be used independently or simultaneously, for example, for copying data or managing storage. The open design facilitates quick, screw-free SSD swapping and speeds up work with multiple drives. Thanks to the two slots, you can also create a software RAID array, for example, to increase data protection in Windows or macOS. To configure it, use the "Storage Spaces" tool in Windows or the "RAID Assistant" in Disk Utility in macOS. The station is backward compatible with older USB standards and also supports USB4 and Thunderbolt 3, 4, and 5 interfaces. It works with M.2 SSDs without capacity limits and supports UASP, TRIM (NVMe DEALLOCATE / ATA TRIM), and S.M.A.R.T. technologies. It also features Plug and Play and a power-saving mode.
Active Cooling for Stable Performance
When using multiple NVMe or SATA SSDs simultaneously, an increased amount of heat is generated. Its effective dissipation is ensured by an active, folding fan with magnetic fixation, which helps maintain the optimal operating temperature of the inserted drives. After finishing work, the fan can be simply folded down to reduce the station's size for storage or transport. Efficient cooling reduces the risk of overheating and speed drops caused by thermal throttling. The station's aluminium body also contributes to heat dissipation. This maintains stable performance and extends the lifespan of the SSDs.
Complete Package for Quick Setup
The package contains everything for a quick setup. The cloning station, a 30cm USB-C 20Gbps cable, an external 5V-3A power adapter, and a multilingual manual.
Input:
• USB 20Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 2x2), USB-C female connector
• Compatible with USB 5Gbps, USB 10Gbps, USB 40Gbps, Thunderbolt 3 / 4 / 5
Device Support:
• 2× NVMe M.2 SSDs or 2× SATA M.2 SSDs
• NVMe and SATA M.2 drives cannot be combined simultaneously
• Designed for M key or B+M key format cards
• 2× NGFF 75-pin M key slot for M.2 drives
• No maximum drive capacity limit
Drive Content Cloning Function:
• Cloning is performed without connecting the station to a computer
• M.2 Source slot - for connecting the source drive
• T1 M.2 Target slot - for connecting the target drive
• NVMe to NVMe or SATA to SATA drive cloning supported
• NVMe and SATA M.2 drives cannot be combined simultaneously during cloning
• The target drive must have the same or greater capacity than the source drive, otherwise cloning cannot be started
• Theoretical SSD cloning speed up to 2,000 MB/s
• The total time to clone a drive depends on the speed of the drives used and the capacity of the source drive, not on the amount of data on the drive
• Approximate cloning time for 1 TB of data: 1->1 drive approx. 15 min (tested with a PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD with a speed over 4000 MB/s and a large cache capacity)
USB 20Gbps Chipset for M.2 SSD:
• Realtek RTL9220DP chipset
• Maximum docking station throughput up to 20 Gbit/s
• When working with both drives simultaneously, the performance is divided up to 10 Gbit/s for each drive.
Maximum Theoretical Supported Speeds and Compatibility with USB Controllers (Ports):
• Laptop / PC with a USB 20Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 2x2) port: max. speed 20 Gbit/s
• Laptop / PC with a USB 10Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 2) port: max. speed 10 Gbit/s
• Laptop / PC with a USB 5Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 1 / USB 3.0) port: max. speed 5 Gbit/s
• Compatibility with USB 40Gbps, Thunderbolt 3/4/5 ports: max. speed 10 to 20 Gbit/s, depending on the processor and chipset used
• Real throughput / transfer rate of the docking station is around 2000 MB/s (2 GB/s), which is determined by the limits of the USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 interface
Other Features:
• Support for M.2 drive sizes - 2230, 2242, 2260, 2280, 22110 mm
• Support for single-sided and double-sided M.2 SSDs
• Complies with PCI Express Base Specification Revision 3.0
• Complies with NVM Express 1.3 specification
• Complies with Serial ATA 3.1 specification (SATA/600), transfer rates up to 6 Gb/s (600 MB/s)
• Complies with USB Mass Storage Class specification
• BOT (Bulk-Only Transport) support
• UASP (USB Attached SCSI) support for faster data transfer in Windows 8 and later
• TRIM command support (via UNMAP and NVMe DEALLOCATE / ATA TRIM operations) to mitigate the gradual degradation of SSD performance over time
• S.M.A.R.T. (Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology) support for monitoring drive status
• Support for booting from an SSD in an external box
• Full Plug and Play support
• Active cooling of M.2 drives via an integrated fan with a folding magnetic hinge
• Switch to turn the integrated fan on and off
• A higher surface temperature of the docking station is not a defect - thanks to the aluminium body, the heat generated by the drive's operation is better dissipated and transferred to the surroundings
• A 30 cm USB type C male / USB type C male cable is included in the package
• Compatible with software Windows RAID (Storage Spaces) and macOS RAID (Disk Utility RAID Assistant)
Other Information:
• Docking station dimensions 87 × 101 × 35 mm (W × D × H)
Power:
• Powered by the included external AC/DC adapter 5V-3A with a 150 cm cable
LED Indication:
• Data transfer mode (connected to a computer): In idle state, POWER, S1, T1 and 25% are lit. During data transfer, the 25% diode turns off and S1, T1 flash
• Cloning mode (not connected to a computer): In idle state, POWER, S1, T1 and 100% are lit. After starting cloning, the 100% diode turns off and the 25% - 50% - 75% - 100% diodes light up sequentially according to the cloning progress. When finished, all are permanently lit
• 1× LED (POWER) indicating docking station power
• 2× LEDs (S1, T1) for each drive indicate its connection (solid light) and data transfer (flashing)
• 4× LEDs indicating the gradual progress of cloning 25% - 50% - 75% - 100%. After cloning is complete, the diodes remain constantly lit.
Supported Operating Systems:
• Windows 8.1 / 10 / 11 and later, macOS, iPadOS, iOS, Linux, Chrome OS and Android
• Compatibility depends on an updated operating system and support from the device manufacturer
Package Contents:
• USB-C 20Gbps docking station for 2x M.2 SSD
• USB-C / USB-C cable, 30 cm long
• 100-240V / 5V-3A power adapter
• multilingual manual CZ / DE / DK / ENG / ESP / EST / FIN / FR / GR / HR / HU / IT / LT / LV / NL / NOR / PL / PT / RO / SK / SLO / SRB / SWE / TR / UA / ALB / BG / BOS / CN / ARA
• packed in a cardboard box
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| Code: | AG200b8 |
| Warranty: | 36 months |
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