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OWC Drive Dock USB-C Dual Drive Bay Solution

Name: OWC Drive Dock USB-C Dual Drive Bay Solution
Brand: OWC
SKU: OWTCDRVDCK
Price: 94.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.5 (72 reviews)

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OWC Drive Dock USB-C Dual Drive Bay Solution

Key Features

For Bare 2.5" & 3.5" SATA Drives
2 x 2.5/3.5" Drive Bays
1 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 Port
Read Speeds up to 698 MB/s

Access bare SATA hard drives and solid-state drives with ease using the Drive Dock USB Type-C Dual Drive Bay Solution from OWC. Equipped with a 10 Gb/s USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 port, the dock comes with two drive bays that are each compatible with 2.5" and 3.5" SATA drives. Capable of read speeds up to 698 MB/s and write speeds up to 918 MB/s, the Drive Dock allows for simultaneous drive bay operation, and it's compatible with both systems running Windows, macOS, iPadOS, Chrome, and Android.

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OWC Drive Dock Overview

Please note that USB 3.2 Gen 2 is the same as USB 3.1 Gen 2 and USB 3.1.

The Workhorse Drive Dock

Drive Dock is the ultimate, high-performance bare drive access tool. For creative workflows, backup, or other tasks requiring constant access to multiple drives, Drive Dock delivers a compact, easy solution with the performance of a USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gb/s) interface.

An Essential Workflow Solution

OWC Drive Dock is the easiest way to access bare SATA drives. Hot swap, read multiple drives simultaneously, or boot from bare drives. For video and audio content pros working with multiple bare drives on big projects, Drive Dock delivers amazing flexibility and convenience, making it an indispensable drive tool.

Designed to Accommodate Your Life

Drive Dock's unique design makes hot-swapping a breeze. Two drive bays accommodate both 2.5" and 3.5" drives and can access a drive in each simultaneously. Each bay features its own independent power switch and LED activity monitor. Drive Dock uses a USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gb/s) interface with data rates up to 981 MB/s for versatile compatibility and an auto-switching internal power supply compatible with standard dual-prong power cables.

Customized Flexibility

Drive Dock is flexible enough to use on almost any system and is compatible with Thunderbolt 3 ports. It works perfectly as an on-location backup solution, or for industry professionals using multiple bare drives. Featuring rugged aluminum construction, quiet, fanless operation, and complete with both USB-C to USB-C and a USB-C to USB-A cables, the OWC Drive Dock streamlines high-demand workflow.

Hardware Requirements

10 Gb/s USB-C or USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 port, but backward compatible with USB 3.0/2.0.

OS Requirements

macOS 10.6 or later
Windows 7 SP1 or later
iPadOS 13 or later
ChromeOS (latest version recommended)
Android OS (latest version recommended)

UPC: 810586031028

OWC Drive Dock Specs

Key Specs

Number of Bays	2x 2.5"/3.5" SATA III
Inputs/Outputs	1x USB-C 3.1/3.2 Gen 2 Input/Output

Computing

Bridge Chipset

VIA Labs VL820
ASMedia ASM1351

Drives

Transfer Rates

698 MB/s (Read)
981 MB/s (Write)

General

Number of Bays	2x 2.5"/3.5" SATA III
Inputs/Outputs	1x USB-C 3.1/3.2 Gen 2 Input/Output
Media Card Slots	No

Software

OS Compatibility

Windows 11 (64-Bit Only)
Windows 7 to 10 (32-/64-Bit)
Windows Server 2016
Windows Server 2012
macOS 10.6 or Later
iPadOS 13 or Later
Chrome OS

Security

Encryption

Electrical

Input Power

100 to 240 VAC, 60 / 50 Hz

Physical

Operating Conditions	32 to 104°F / 0 to 40°C
Storage Conditions	-4 to 158°F / -20 to 70°C
Certifications	CE, FCC, RoHS
Cooling	No
Material of Construction	Aluminum, Plastic
Dimensions	6.3 x 5.8 x 3.3" / 160.02 x 147.32 x 83.82 mm
Weight	2.2 lb / 1.0 kg

Packaging Info

Package Weight	3.07 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	8.4 x 8 x 6.9"

OWC Drive Dock Reviews

Solid and fast

By Bill

Rated 5 out of 5

Date: 2025-05-12

I purchased this to use my SSD drives to process photos and videos. This dock is faster than my previous dock and made all the difference. It is fast and reliable.

Best drive dock for faster transfers

By James

Rated 5 out of 5

Date: 2025-02-24

I have two of these, one each in different locations. They work very well with bare drives, and the USB C connector fits modern Mac computers. I use them primarily to create off-site backups on big drives.

See any errors on this page?

Does this dock support TRIM for SSDs?

Asked by: David

The dock is agnostic as far as TRIM is concerned. TRIM is a function of the OS and drive.

Answered by: OWC Andy

Date published: 2022-01-20

Would I be able to use this drive in Europe?

Asked by: dante

Yes, this dock works with 100 to 240 VAC and will be useable in Europe.

Answered by: Calvin M

Date published: 2022-08-29

The "Most Helpful Critical Review" mentions that ...

The "Most Helpful Critical Review" mentions that transferring data between the two drive bays in this USB-C dock is extremely slow. Has anyone else experienced this? Is it possible that review was for the Thunderbolt-2 version with only one SATA-to-USB chip, while this USB-C version has two SATA-to-USB chips?

Asked by: Matthew

This is not an issue that I have seen, nor do I get complaints of this from our customers. As far as the specifics of the review, I do not know enough of the specifics to speculate.

Answered by: OWC Andy

Date published: 2020-12-10

Hello- I am hoping to use this drive to copy from ...

Hello- I am hoping to use this drive to copy from one drive in the dock to the other. Is it designed to have this function? I saw one user had a problem with this.

Asked by: Lisa

The OWC Drive Dock can perform this function but it must be connected to a computer to do this.

Answered by: Geoffrey

Date published: 2024-08-09

In the description is sags usb 3.2 Gen 1, but in ...

In the description is sags usb 3.2 Gen 1, but in one of the photos, the USB-C port is labelled USB-C 3.2 Gen 2. Which is it?

Asked by: Dan

The OWC Drive Dock USB Type-C Dual Drive Bay Solution has a USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C port.

Answered by: Kenneth C

Date published: 2023-04-25

Does this dock allow for cloning of drives ...

Does this dock allow for cloning of drives without need for a computer?

Asked by: Steve

No, the OWC Drive Dock USB Type-C Dual Drive Bay Solution BH #OWTCDRVDCK requires being connected to a computer for operation.

Answered by: Miguel M

Date published: 2022-12-24

Can you select specific files from the bare ...

Can you select specific files from the bare harddrive and drag and drop to your computer? Just wasn't clear on the software you can use with it.

Asked by: Keith

Yes, it will act just like any other external drive and the capabilities of the applications you may be using.

Answered by: OWC Andy

Date published: 2022-03-24

Have there been any issues or reports of random ...

Have there been any issues or reports of random drive disconnections with this USB type c version of this dock on Mac OSX? I have seen (and experienced first hand) random unclean drive ejections with the thunderbolt 2 version of this dock.

Asked by: Justin

This product has a very low return rate and I have not seen a problem with sudden drive ejections.

Answered by: OWC Andy

Date published: 2021-01-27