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This Quick Start Guide covers setup of the Satechi Mini NVMe SSD Enclosure (ST-E2230M): a compact USB-C enclosure for M.2 NVMe SSDs.

Setup steps

Step 1: Slide to remove the magnetic cover from the enclosure.

Step 2: Install a 2230-sized SSD (not included) at a 45° angle.

Only compatible with 2230-sized NVMe drives.

Step 3: Pull back the included silicone pin.

Step 4: Push down on the SSD.

Step 5: Secure the SSD in place with the silicone pin.

Step 6: Align the grooves and slide the cover back onto the enclosure.

Step 7: Use the lock switch on the enclosure to prevent rewriting or deletion of files.

Step 8: Connect the Mini NVMe enclosure to the host device using the USB-C connector.

The enclosure is compatible with cases up to 2.5mm thick. For cases that exceed this thickness and for devices with limited space use the included extension cable.

Step 9: Open the casing to access the cable.

Step 10: Connect the female end of the extension cable to the USB-C connector of the enclosure and the the USB-C end of the cable to your host device (e.g., computer, hub, dock, or adapter).

Note: Hot-swapping the drive is not supported. The drive and enclosure must be properly ejected before disconnecting and/or exchanging the SSD.