solid state storage device with USB type-A plug for use as OS drive (was Re: Installation "Bullseye")
On 2/9/22 08:02, notoneofmyseeds wrote:
> I'd suggest an SSD if you have one. Or, perhaps a recommended USB stick.
> Perhaps someone here has suggestions for such stick that maintains r/w
> over a while and is fast.
I am looking for a small (~16 GB), low power, high-endurance,
solid-state storage device with a USB 1.0/1.1/2.0/3.0+ type-A plug,
powered by a USB 1.0/1.1/2.0/3.0+ type-A receptacle, which is designed
to be used as a system drive. I would use it to install and run
commercial and FOSS OS's (Windows, macOS, Debian and FreeBSD) on SBC's,
laptops, tablets, desktops, workstations, servers, etc..
STFW most USB disk-on-module (DOM) devices are designed for a
motherboard with 0.1" 10-pin connector, motherboard space, and
motherboard threaded boss (for mounting screw); e.g. server
motherboards only.
STFW I found Cactus Technologies USB flash drives; but they are design
for storage, not OS, and I was unable to find a retailer:
https://www.cactus-tech.com/
STFW I see the Buffalo SSD-PUT; I am unclear which USB standards it
supports (I need USB 2.0 and 3.0):
https://www.buffalotech.com/products/ssd-put-rugged-and-portable-solid-state-drive-stick
As an alternative, StarTech makes two USB to sata adapter/ cables. I
need to do more search to see if my SSD's are compatible:
https://www.startech.com/en-us/hdd/usb3s2sat3cb
https://www.startech.com/en-us/hdd/usb312sat3cb
Comments/ suggestions?
David
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