StarTech.com PIB2M21 User manual

Quick-start guide
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Manual Revision: 10/18/2016
For the latest information, technical specications, and support for
this product, please visit www.StarTech.com/PIB2M21.
Package contents
• 1 x USB to M.2 SATA converter
• 1 x USB-A to Micro-B cable
• 1 x set of adapter-mounting hardware
• 1 x set of drive-mounting hardware (preinstalled)
• 1 x quick-start guide
Requirements
• M.2 SATA drive
• Development board (for example, Raspberry Pi)
• Screwdriver
• Small pliers
Note: The PIB2M21 is compatible with M.2 SATA B-key drives only.
This converter is OS independent and doesn’t require any additional
drivers or software.
Requirements are subject to change. For the latest requirements,
please visit www.StarTech.com/PIB2M21.
PIB2M21
USB to M.2 SATA Converter for Raspberry Pi and Development Boards
*actual product may vary from photos
Introduction
You can use the PIB2M21 to connect an M.2 SATA drive to a
development board to increase data storage capacity and
performance.
Product diagram
Installation hole Installation hole
Installation hole Installation hole
Drive-mounting holes
M.2 SATA port
USB 2.0 header
USB 2.0 port
Drive-mounting hardware
LED
Jumper
5V DC AUX USB
power port
Converter installed on a development board
Screw
Stando
Nut
Development board
(not provided)
Change the power mode
The converter includes an auxiliary Micro-B USB port that you can
use if you don’t want to draw power from the bus. The AUX power
port is 5V DC.
You can use the jumper to control which interface power is drawn
from. By default, the jumper position on the converter is set to USB
power. Consult the table below for more information about how to
change the power mode.
Jumper position Mode
USB powered
AUX powered

FCC Compliance Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment
o and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the receiver is
connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or
modications not expressly approved by StarTech.com could void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.
Industry Canada Statement
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe [B] est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
Technical Support
StarTech.com’s lifetime technical support is an integral part of our commitment to provide
industry-leading solutions. If you ever need help with your product, visit www.startech.com/
support and access our comprehensive selection of online tools, documentation, and downloads.
For the latest drivers/software, please visit www.startech.com/downloads
Warranty Information
This product is backed by a two-year warranty.
StarTech.com warrants its products against defects in materials and workmanship for the periods
noted, following the initial date of purchase. During this period, the products may be returned for
repair, or replacement with equivalent products at our discretion. The warranty covers parts and
labor costs only. StarTech.com does not warrant its products from defects or damages arising from
misuse, abuse, alteration, or normal wear and tear.
Limitation of Liability
In no event shall the liability of StarTech.com Ltd. and StarTech.com USA LLP (or their ocers,
directors, employees or agents) for any damages (whether direct or indirect, special, punitive,
incidental, consequential, or otherwise), loss of prots, loss of business, or any pecuniary loss,
arising out of or related to the use of the product exceed the actual price paid for the product.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. If
such laws apply, the limitations or exclusions contained in this statement may not apply to you.
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Install a drive in the converter
The provided drive-mounting hardware includes a drive-mounting
screw, stando, and nut.
1. Depending on the length of the drive, you may need to move the
preinstalled Drive-mounting hardware. Place the drive next to
the converter and note the Drive-mounting hole that matches
the length of your drive. If the Drive-mounting hardware is
already installed in the correct position, proceed to step 4.
2. Use a small pair of pliers to remove the nut from the reverse side
of the converter.
3. Place the nut and stando that you removed in the previous step
in the Drive-mounting hole that matches the length of the drive,
and tighten them in place.
4. Gently slide the M.2 SATA connector on the drive into the
corresponding connector on the M.2 SATA port on the converter.
Note: The connector on the drive is keyed so that it only ts one way.
5. Place the drive-mounting screw through the notch in the drive
and into the stando, and tighten the drive-mounting screw in
place.
To remove a drive, use a screwdriver to remove the drive-mounting
screw that is holding the drive in place and pull the drive out of the
converter.
Install the converter
Warning! Drives and converters should be handled carefully,
especially when they’re transported. If you’re not careful with your
drives, you may lose data as a result. Always handle storage devices
with caution. Make sure that you’re properly grounded by wearing
an anti-static strap when you install any computer component. If an
anti-static strap isn’t available, touch a large, grounded metal surface
for several seconds to discharge any built-up static electricity.
The provided adapter-mounting hardware includes screws,
standos, and nuts.
1. Place the provided standos into the installation holes on the
development board.
2. To ax the standos in place, screw the provided nuts onto the
stando threads on the reverse side of the development board.
3. Line up the Installation holes on the converter with the standos
axed to the development board.
4. Insert the provided screws into the Installation holes on the
converter and into the standos, and tighten them in place.
5. Connect the provided USB-A to Micro-B cable to the USB 2.0 port
on the converter and to the USB port on the development board.
About the LED indicator
The PIB2M21 has a yellow LED indicator that illuminates to indicate
activity.