--- product_id: 35022881 title: "ST0014U-D USA Direct BlacX Duet 2.5\"/3.5\" Sata I/II/III USB 3.0 External Hard Drive Enclosure Docking Station 2.5\"" brand: "thermaltake" price: "R2129" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Thermaltake" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/35022881-st0014u-d-usa-direct-blacx-duet-2-5-3-5 store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # 5 Gbps USB 3.0 SuperSpeed Dual simultaneous SATA HDD slots Advanced heat dissipation design ST0014U-D USA Direct BlacX Duet 2.5"/3.5" Sata I/II/III USB 3.0 External Hard Drive Enclosure Docking Station 2.5" **Brand:** thermaltake **Price:** R2129 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸš€ Double your storage, halve your wait β€” the ultimate dual dock for pros on the move! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** ST0014U-D USA Direct BlacX Duet 2.5"/3.5" Sata I/II/III USB 3.0 External Hard Drive Enclosure Docking Station 2.5" by thermaltake - **How much does it cost?** R2129 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/35022881-st0014u-d-usa-direct-blacx-duet-2-5-3-5) ## Best For - thermaltake enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted thermaltake brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Hot-Swap Ready:** Seamlessly swap drives on the fly without powering down, maximizing your workflow efficiency πŸ”„ - β€’ **Cool Under Pressure:** Engineered with superior heat dissipation to keep your drives running reliably during heavy use πŸ”₯ - β€’ **Dual Drive Powerhouse:** Read and write two 2.5” or 3.5” SATA drives simultaneously for ultimate multitasking πŸ’Ύ - β€’ **Blazing Fast Transfers:** Experience data speeds up to 10x faster than USB 2.0 with USB 3.0 SuperSpeed at 5 Gbps ⚑ - β€’ **Secure Grip, Sleek Design:** Anti-slip Solid State Grip base ensures stability while complementing your professional workspace πŸ–€ ## Overview The Thermaltake ST0014U-D BlacX Duet is a premium external hard drive docking station supporting both 2.5” and 3.5” SATA I/II/III drives. Featuring USB 3.0 SuperSpeed for blazing 5 Gbps data transfer, it allows simultaneous read/write on two drives with hot-swap capability. Its robust ABS construction includes advanced heat dissipation and an anti-slip base, making it a reliable, high-performance solution for professionals needing fast, flexible storage access. ## Description Thermaltake st0014u BlacX Duet HDD docking station. Read & write 2 Hard drives simultaneously. Hot-swap capability for rapid multi HDDs access & exchange.- Database: Read & Write 2 hard drives simultaneously.- Diverse: Supports all 2.5” & 3.5” SATA hard drives up to latest capacities.- Dynamic: Hot-Swap capability for rapid multi HDDs eccess & exchange.- Domination: Supports eSATA transfer speed up to 3.0 Gbps.- Durable: 8r-Over docking station design maximizes heat dissipation & exhaust.- Distinctive: SSG (Solid State Grip) technology with anti-slippery grasp base.P/N: ST0015Case Type: 2.5” & 3.5” SATA HDDWeight : 312gDimension: 140 x 120 x 70 mmMaterial: PlasticInterface: SATA to eSATA、 SATA to USB 2.0SATA Compatibility: SATAII、SATAITransfer Rate: USB2.0: up to 480Mbps, eSATA: up to 3GbpsPower Source:Power AdapterCE, FCC , GOST R CertifiedAccessories: USB 2.0 Cable , eSATA Cable , Power Adapter Review: Newbie or Old Timer Reminder - Need to First Format the Drive - You have to format the drive first before it can work with this device. We are so use to plug and play that we forget the basics. And by we I mean me. Once the drive is formatted you can use this device with no problem. Spent a few hours using strong vocabulary until I remember that you have to format the drive in order to prepare it for the operating system. The device worked fine. Review: It works but check your security features in Windows 11 once installed, you may need to change some. - I like this new dual deck. Only issue is that it has a small security issue with Windows 11. It installs fine , Windows just disables a few security features that may be important to some ## Features - USB 3.0 SuperSpeed interface enables users to transfer data up to 5.0 Gbps, 10 times faster than USB2.0 ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B01J4XNLN6 | | Best Sellers Rank | #422 in Enclosures | | Brand | Thermaltake | | Built-In Media | Docking Station, Manual, Power Adapter, USB 3.0 Cable | | Color | Black | | Compatible Devices | 2.5/3.5 inch SATA I, II, III hard drives | | Connectivity Technology | usb | | Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 474 Reviews | | Data Transfer Rate | 3 gigabits_per_second | | Enclosure Material | Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00841163064702 | | Hard Disk Form Factor | 2.5 inches | | Hardware Interface | USB | | Hardware Platform | Windows | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 5.55"L x 4.76"W x 2.72"H | | Item Type Name | BlacX Duet 2.5”/3.5” SATA I/II/III USB 3.0 External Hard Drive Enclosure Docking Station | | Item Weight | 1.1 pounds | | Manufacturer | Thermaltake USA Direct | | Material | Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) | | Mfr Part Number | ST0014U-D | | Model Number | ST0014U-D | | Number of Items | 1 | | Product Dimensions | 5.55"L x 4.76"W x 2.72"H | | Supported Devices Quantity | 2 | | UPC | 841163064702 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Warranty Description | 2 Year Warranty | ## Product Details - **Hardware Interface:** USB - **Brand:** Thermaltake - **Color:** Black - **Product Dimensions:** 5.55"L x 4.76"W x 2.72"H - **Hardware Platform:** Windows ## Images ![ST0014U-D USA Direct BlacX Duet 2.5"/3.5" Sata I/II/III USB 3.0 External Hard Drive Enclosure Docking Station 2.5" - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81RVzTctU4L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size, Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Would this docking station support SSD, or only HDD (platters and read heads)? Thanks.** A: Yes, this product will support SSD Drives that conform to using the SATA Interface. As stated directly from Thermaltake's web site "Supports all 2.5" & 3.5" SATA I/II/III hard drives in ALL Capacities" **Q: Does this come with a USB cable?** A: mine did come with usb cable **Q: does anybody use this for use with a Directv Genie. How big can you use?** A: I thought all directv receivers used e-sata connectors for external hdd's? so no usb connected hdd's would work..right? **Q: Can the esata be left connected to your computer while another device accesses the drive through the usb connection?** A: Im not sure, I tried but it didnt work, might be my laptop though. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Newbie or Old Timer Reminder - Need to First Format the Drive *by A***R on December 5, 2025* You have to format the drive first before it can work with this device. We are so use to plug and play that we forget the basics. And by we I mean me. Once the drive is formatted you can use this device with no problem. Spent a few hours using strong vocabulary until I remember that you have to format the drive in order to prepare it for the operating system. The device worked fine. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It works but check your security features in Windows 11 once installed, you may need to change some. *by S***E on March 11, 2026* I like this new dual deck. Only issue is that it has a small security issue with Windows 11. It installs fine , Windows just disables a few security features that may be important to some ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Bought multiple and am very happy with them *by S***N on July 8, 2021* I have 2 of this model and 2 of an older version (Thermaltake BlacX Duet 5G ST0022U). 3 are all attached simultaneously to my iMac. The other is on a Windows 10 NUC. The older version had some difficulties if you mixed HDD sizes and/or brands in the same docking station. So far, I have not had that issue with this newer version. I have HDDs from WD and Seagate, ranging from 1TB to 14TB WD Red. One complaint is that HDD removal is usually a 2-handed operation. When you push the slide button on the side to remove the HDD, it is supposed to 'lock' temporarily in the up position, but for me they often fall back into the dock. I find that I need to hold the button down and remove the HDD with the other hand. Other than that, these have been reliable (knock on wood!) and I am very satisfied with them. My iMac is old, so just USB2. The Windows box is USB3. Works fine with both, but of course, a LOT faster if you can use USB3. As far as corrupting data, that hasn't happened to me. I always Eject (Safely Remove) both drives in the dock and then power-off the dock before removing the drives. I never try to remove one of the drives while the dock is turned-on. Maybe that procedure has helped avoid the corruption problem, or maybe I've just been lucky. Overall, very pleased with the docks! ## Frequently Bought Together - Thermaltake BlacX Duet 2.5”/3.5” SATA I/II/III USB 3.0 External Hard Drive Enclosure Docking Station ST0014U-D,Black - StarTech.com SATA to USB Cable - USB 3.0 to 2.5” SATA III Hard Drive Adapter - External Converter for SSD/HDD Data Transfer (USB3S2SAT3CB) - Tableau TK8u USB 3.0 Forensic Bridge Kit - T8u Plus Cable Kit --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/35022881-st0014u-d-usa-direct-blacx-duet-2-5-3-5](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/35022881-st0014u-d-usa-direct-blacx-duet-2-5-3-5) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-08-27*