UGREEN 50857 Dual-Bay SATA Docking Station USB 3.0, 28TB Support, Offline Cloning

UGREEN 50857 Dual-Bay SATA Docking Station – USB 3.0 HDD/SSD Reader for 2.5″/3.5″ Drives up to 28TB, One-Touch Offline Cloning, Vertic-al Cooling Design (12V/3A EU Adapter, Black)

The UGREEN 50857 SATA Docking Station is a must-have for professionals and enthusiasts managing large datasets. Its dual-bay design supports two drives simultaneously (up to 28TB combined), enabling seamless file transfers or offline cloning with a single button press.

Equipped with USB 3.0 (5Gbps), it ensures rapid access to photos, videos, or backups—whether you’re using HDDs, SSDs, or hybrid drives. The included 12V/3A EU power adapter delivers stable performance for 3.5″ drives, while the vertical layout prevents overheating during extended use.

Ideal for IT technicians, content creators, or home users needing plug-and-play storage expansion.

Specifications:

• Brand: UGREEN
• Model: CM198 (50857)
• Interface: USB 3.0 (USB-B to USB-A/C cable included)
• Supported Drives: 2.5″/3.5″ SATA HDD/SSD (up to 28TB total)
• Power Supply: 12V/3A EU Adapter
• Material: PC + ABS
• Features: Offline cloning, auto-sleep, LED status indicators
• Compatibility: Windows 7+/macOS 10.6+/Linux

10 FAQs:

1. Does it support NVMe SSDs?
   No—only SATA-based 2.5″/3.5″ HDDs/SSDs.
2. Can I use it without the power adapter?
   Only for 2.5″ drives; 3.5″ drives require the 12V adapter.
3. How to clone drives offline?
   Insert both drives, press the clone button, and wait for the LED to stop blinking.
4. Is it compatible with M1/M2 Macs?
   Yes, via USB-A or USB-C (adapter may be needed).
5. Why choose vertical docking?
   Improves heat dissipation vs. horizontal designs.
6. Does it work with RAID configurations?
   No—this is a non-RAID docking station.
7. Can I boot an OS from a docked drive?
   Yes, if your BIOS supports USB booting.
8. What if my drive isn’t recognized?
   Ensure the power adapter is connected (for 3.5″ drives).
9. Is the EU plug convertible?
   No—use a travel adapter for other regions.
10. How to safely eject drives?
    Use your OS’s “eject” function before unplugging.