Description
CRU MoveDock 3S USB 3.0 / eSATA Carrier Frame for SATA/600 Internal Drives
The CRU MoveDock 3S is a rugged, high‑reliability USB 3.0 and eSATA adapter designed to work with CRU’s DX115 DC removable drive carriers. Built to withstand demanding production environments, this internal carrier frame delivers fast, flexible access to SATA/600 hard drives while protecting critical media during frequent drive changes. Whether you’re editing in a studio, delivering content on location, or archiving large media libraries, MoveDock 3S brings robust performance and dependable data transfer when you need it most. The combination of dual host interfaces—USB 3.0 for universal compatibility and eSATA for legacy, high‑throughput connections—ensures you can mix modern and older systems without sacrificing speed or reliability. Crafted from rugged steel and engineered with take‑to‑toughness in mind, MoveDock 3S is designed to endure the rigors of daily use, handling up to 30,000 insertions with consistent connection integrity and minimal wear on the carrier mechanism. In short, MoveDock 3S is the bridge between your DX115 DC removable drive carriers and the performance you demand from today’s storage workflows.
- Dual host interfaces for maximum versatility – Connect via USB 3.0 for fast, broad compatibility or through eSATA for high‑throughput, legacy systems, ensuring seamless integration into any studio or field workflow.
- Internal design built for DX115 DC removable drive carriers – Specifically engineered to work with CRU’s removable drive bays, enabling quick drive swaps without compromising alignment or stability during operation.
- SATA/600 performance for modern drives – Supports SATA/600 (6 Gbit/s) drives, delivering solid transfer rates to support demanding video workflows and large media transfers.
- Rugged steel construction you can rely on – A durable housing furnishes long‑term reliability in busy edit suites, production trucks, and field locations where equipment endures bumps and temperature changes.
- Endurance you can measure in miles of drive swaps – Rated for up to 30,000 insertions, the MoveDock 3S is designed for heavy use environments and repeated media changes without performance degradation.
Technical Details of CRU MoveDock 3S
- Host Interfaces: USB 3.0 and eSATA
- Drive Interface: SATA/600 (6 Gbps) compatible
- Material and Construction: Rugged steel enclosure for durability and reliable operation
- Designed For: DX115 DC removable drive carriers, enabling fast, repeatable media swapping
- Insertion Durability: Rated for up to 30,000 insertions to withstand high‑cycle workloads
- Mounting Type: Internal carrier frame compatible with standard drive bays and CRU DX115 system
How to install CRU MoveDock 3S
- Prepare the system: Power down your computer or storage workstation and unplug power sources. If you’re integrating MoveDock 3S into a chassis, ensure there is an available drive bay or PCI/slot space as required by your setup.
- Prepare the DX115 DC carrier: Remove any existing drive carrier from the DX115 bay if needed. Inspect the DX115 DC removable drive carrier to ensure connectors and mounting points are clean and aligned for secure docking with MoveDock 3S.
- Attach the carrier to MoveDock 3S: Align the DX115 DC removable drive carrier with the MoveDock 3S interface and secure it using the appropriate mounting hardware or fasteners specified for your system. Confirm that the carrier seats firmly and that the SATA connectors engage cleanly.
- Connect to the host: Choose your preferred high‑speed path: USB 3.0 for broad compatibility and ease of use, or eSATA for maximum theoretical bandwidth with supported hosts. Connect the MoveDock 3S to the computer or storage controller using the corresponding USB 3.0 cable or eSATA cable.
- Power and boot: If your configuration requires power, supply it as needed, then power on the host system. The connected DX115 carrier should be recognized as a removable drive by the operating system if connections are secure and drivers are present or unnecessary (USB 3.0 generally provides plug‑and‑play support on modern systems).
- Verify operation: Open your file manager or drive utility to confirm that the inserted drive is detected and ready for data transfer. Perform a small test read/write to validate performance and reliability before conducting larger transfers.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the CRU MoveDock 3S best used for? The MoveDock 3S is an internal carrier frame that attaches to CRU DX115 DC removable drive carriers, providing USB 3.0 and eSATA connectivity to SATA/600 drives. It is ideal for studios and production environments that require quick drive swaps, high‑speed transfers, and secure media handling.
- Which drives does MoveDock 3S support? It supports SATA/600 drives—up to 6 Gbps drive interfaces—within the DX115 DC removable drive carriers, enabling efficient access to large media files and project archives.
- What are the speed capabilities? When connected via USB 3.0, you can expect practical transfer speeds up to the USB 3.0 maximum on compatible hardware, while eSATA provides high‑throughput performance on systems with native eSATA controllers. Actual speeds depend on the drive and host controller.
- Is MoveDock 3S compatible with multiple operating systems? USB 3.0 interfaces generally support Windows, macOS, and Linux environments. Some configurations using eSATA may require appropriate host controller support; consult your platform’s documentation for any driver or controller considerations.
- Does MoveDock 3S require a separate power supply? MoveDock 3S is designed to operate from host interfaces and the DX115 carrier’s power as part of the standard bus power setup. In most configurations, no additional power supply is required beyond the host system’s connection.
- How durable is MoveDock 3S? The unit uses rugged steel construction and is rated for up to 30,000 insertions, making it well suited to high‑cycle environments such as post‑production facilities, field deployments, and media archiving workflows.
- Can I hot‑swap drives with MoveDock 3S? When used with compatible DX115 carriers and hosts, the system can support drive swaps without powering down, facilitating efficient media management in busy environments. Always observe safe hardware handling practices when swapping drives.
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