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This Quick Start Guide covers setup of the Satechi Stand & Hub for Mac Mini / Studio with NVMe SSD Enclosure (ST-GMMSHS): installing an NVMe SSD in the enclosure, placing and connecting the stand to your Mac Mini or Mac Studio, and using the USB-C, USB-A, audio, and card reader ports.

Setup steps:

Step 1: Remove SSD enclosure cover on the bottom of the stand.

Step 2: To install, insert the SSD at a slight angle and it should click into place.

Important: Not compatible with SSDs with Heat-Sinks.

Step 3: Use the included screwdriver and screw to secure the SSD. To avoid stripping the screw, please do not overtighten.

Step 4: Put the enclosure cover back on and flip stand back over.

Step 5: Place the stand on a flat surface and use its USB-C cable to connect to your Mac Mini.

Supports Mac mini (M1, 2020), Mac mini (M2 and M2 Pro, 2023) and Mac Studio (2022 to 2026, M1 through M5). Does not fit the Mac mini (M4, 2024) or newer, or 2018 and earlier Mac mini models. For the full list, see Device Compatibility.

Ports and Connectors:

Step 6: Use the USB-C port for data transfer – up to 10 Gbps.

Does not support charging or CD readers, including Apple SuperDrive

Step 7: Use the right USB-A port for data transfer – up to 10 Gbps.

Does not support charging or CD readers, including Apple SuperDrive

Step 8: Use two USB-A ports for data transfer – up to 5 Gbps.

Does not support charging or CD readers, including Apple SuperDrive

Step 9: Connect headphones to the audio jack port.

Step 10: Insert SD and MicroSD cards into the card reader slots. Supports simultaneous reading and writing of both cards.

Insert the standard SD card upside down

Note: If the SSD is new and not discovered, it may need to be formatted to be read by macOS. To reformat, open Disk Utility > Select the SSD installed > Erase > then select APFS > and then reformat the drive by erasing it.