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StarTech 1:2 Standalone USB Flash Drive Duplicator Eraser, 1.5GB/min, LCD
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StarTech 1:2 Standalone USB Flash Drive Duplicator Eraser, 1.5GB/min, LCD

Bottom line: The StarTech.com StarTech 1:2 Standalone USB Flash Drive Duplicator Eraser: Clones two USB drives at once at up to 1.5GB/min, no PC needed; main trade-off: async copy caps source content at 64MB, so larger images need sync mode.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Clones two USB drives at once at up to 1.5GB/min, no PC needed
  • ✓ Single-Pass and 3-Pass overwrite meet DoD/NIST SP 800-88 Rev 1 Clear
  • ✓ Asynchronous mode with 64MB buffer keeps copying as you swap drives
  • ✓ LCD menu shows drive info, read/write speed, and bad-sector scans
  • ✓ Copies FAT16/32, NTFS and Linux ext2/ext3/ext4, plus sector-by-sector

Cons

  • ✗ Async copy caps source content at 64MB, so larger images need sync mode
  • ✗ Only 1:2 output - slow going for batches beyond a handful of drives
  • ✗ Powered USB external drives need their own outlet, not bus power
  • ✗ Push-button LCD interface is functional, not fast to navigate

Manufacturer description

This standalone USB duplicator lets you clone or erase two flash drives without connecting to a host computer.1:2 Drive DuplicationThe USB cloner lets you copy up to two drives simultaneously. It offers asynchronous and synchronous duplication, with speeds of up to 1.5GB per minute. Asynchronous duplication lets you remove and replace a drive while the other drive continues to copy.The duplicator features two duplications modes: system and file or whole drive. System and file provides reduced duplication times. It copies partitions and stored data but ignores any sections with empty space…

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SpecPicks scored StarTech.com StarTech 1:2 Standalone USB Flash Drive Duplicator Eraser using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the flight sim gear category. StarTech.com's flight sim gear lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for flight sim gear of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

  • DUPLICATE & ERASE USB DRIVES: Standalone 1 to 2 USB drive duplicator / cloner / sanitizer; Ideal for technicians and IT Pros to manage multiple USB boot drives, wipe USB drives, or quickly share data between teams; No Computer required
  • DRIVE COMPATIBILITY: Supports cloning/duplication and erasing of USB 3.0/2.0 flash media thumb drives and USB External Storage (External USB device(s) may require its own power source connecting to outlets); Firmware is upgradeable
  • DUPLICATION AND ERASE MODES: 1.5 GB/min System & File Copy (FAT16/32, NTFS, Linux ext2, ext3, ext4 formats), whole-drive Sector-by-Sector Copy (all file formats), Quick Erase, Single-Pass & 3-Pass Overwrite (DoD/NIST SP 800-88 Rev 1 Clear); TAA Compliant
  • LCD MENU DISPLAY: Use push button interface to monitor drive info, read & write performance, and scan drive for errors and bad sectors; Select Copy & Compare to verify your cloned drives with source when complete; Green/Red LEDs for activity/errors
  • ASYNCHRONOUS COPY MODE: Quickly copy to multiple USB thumb drives using Asynchronous Copy mode w/ 64 MB internal memory; Source content must be under 64 MB; Remove your finished drive and insert a new drive to start copying without interruptions

Full Specifications

BrandStarTech.com
ColorBlack
Model NameUSBDUP12
Read Speed1.5 gigabytes_per_second
Write Speed1x
ConnectivityUSB
Model NumberUSBDUP12
CompatibilityLinux
Built-In MediaUniversal Power Adapter,3xPower Adapter Plug (NA/UK/EU),1xInstruction Manual
Mfr Part NumberUSBDUP12
Number of Items1
Special FeatureUSB Port
Flash Memory TypeUSB
Compatible DevicesSupports USB 2.0/ USB 1.1 Flash Drives
Hardware InterfaceUSB 2.0
Additional FeaturesUSB Port
Warranty Description2 Year
Connectivity TechnologyUSB
Memory Storage Capacity64 MB
Item Dimensions D x W x H4.7"D x 5.1"W x 1"H

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