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Warranty Regulations Explanation


SSK warrants to the original end user customers that its products are free from defects in material and workmanship. Subject to the conditions and limitations, SSK will, at its option, either repair or replace any part of its products that proven to be defective by reason of improper workmanship or materials for a limited time period.   

 

Detailed warranty period by product type:   

1. Enclosure/Dock/USB Hub: 1 Year   

2. External Hard Drive: 2 Years   

3. Solid State Drive/USB Solid State Flash drive: 3 Years   

4. USB Flash Drive: 5 Years    

 

Repaired parts or replacement products will be provided by SSK on an exchange basis, and will be either new or recertified. All recertified products have been tested to ensure that they are functionally equivalent to new products.   

 

If SSK is unable to repair or replace the product, it will refund or credit the lesser of either the current value of the product at the time the warranty claim is made or the purchase price.   

 

For any further question not elaborated on this page, please contact us via email: support@ssk.cn

FAQ


EXTERNAL SSD FAQ

Type-C Multiport Adapter FAQ

Wifi Smart Storage FAQ

Why does my SSD show less capacity than advertised?

This discrepancy occurs due to differing measurement standards between manufacturers and operating systems.

A 1TB SSD, for example, may display as 931GB on Windows but shows the full 1.02TB on MacOS.

This 7-10% display capacity reduction off SSD actual capacity stems from how units are calculated: SSD manufacturers use decimal (1GB = 1,000MB) while Windows and some other operation systems use binary (1GB = 1,024MB).

Why is my actual speed lower than advertised?

Our advertised speeds (measured by CrystalDiskMark 7.0) represent peak performance under ideal lab conditions. Actual transfer speed may vary depending on factors including drive capacity remaining, average file sizes, system resource availability, and the number of files being transferred simultaneously. Larger individual files typically achieve higher sustained speeds compared to numerous small files.

For the drive capacity remaining, make sure the file size of each transfer is less than 1/4 of the remaining useable capacity. For example, when the USB SSD drive has 600GB available capacity left, you can transfer data less than 150GB at a time to achieve stable speed.

Is heat normal?

Moderate heat dissipation is expected in high-performance storage devices. Our products undergo rigorous thermal testing to ensure safe operation within standard parameters. The metal case actively conducts heat away from critical components, protecting both your data and drive integrity. Advanced thermal management automatically throttles performance if extreme temperatures are detected.

Ambient conditions significantly affect heat levels - similar to how smartphones feel much warmer during summer.

How to safely disconnect?

To prevent data loss and avoid drive damage, Complete all active transfers before disconnection.

Always use your OS's removal utility and never remove the drive during read/write operations

Windows: Click "Safely Remove Hardware" in system tray

MacOS: Right-click the drive icon on the desktop → Select Eject "[Drive Name]"​​

Android: Tap "Eject" in storage settings

How to use my SSK SSD on iPhone 15 or above series?

1. On your iPhone or iPad, tap to open the Files" App, it has a blue folder icon.

2. lf you can't find the App, swipe down on the home screen to search for it.

3. After entering the "Files" App, tap the "Browse" tab to find the files you need. Under "Locations," find the connected SSK SSD.

4. SSK SSD must have only a single data partition and be formatted as APFS, APFS(Encrypted), mac OS Extended (HFS+), exFAT (FAT64), FAT32, or FAT.

* Note: The "Files" App requires iOS 12 or later. iPhones with Type-C interfaces start from iPhone 15 and later, lf the phone has a Lightning interface, use a Lightning adapter that supports external power.

5. Do not disconnect the external storage device until all read/write tasks are completed to avoid file corruption.

How to backup Photos/Videos for iPhone 15 or above series?

1. Open Camera –select the Photos/Videos- Click on the Send icon in the bottom left corner.

2. Click Save to files(lf this option is not displayed, click Edit Operation).

3. Go (Back) to Browse-select SSK SSDand click Save

4. The selected photos/Videos will be backed up to SSK SSD Drive.

Why can't SSK SSD be recognized on a smartphone? How to solve it?

1. Check if it works on computer. If works, please check its format: Recommend exFAT, if not, format it to exFAT (Please note that formatting the drive will delete all data. Back up your data first)

2. If your phone is Android, enable OTG function on phone: activate in Settings manually for external device access. 

3. Some USB port is less power. You can try to use an USB adapter with power apply, which has a USB port and a charging port to provide external power.

How to Encrypt on Windows or Mac OS Computers?

1. BitLocker Encryption (Applicable to Windows Professional/Enterprise/Education Editions): First, connect the mobile hard drive and ensure the computer recognizes it. Open "This PC," right-click on the mobile hard drive's drive letter, and select "Enable BitLocker." Then, choose "Use a password to unlock the drive" and set a password, followed by selecting a method to save the recovery key (such as saving to a file or linking to a Microsoft account). Next, choose to encrypt only the used space or the entire drive, and finally, click "Start Encryption" and wait for completion.

2. Mac systems can achieve full-disk encryption for mobile hard drives or create encrypted images using the built-in "Disk Utility" without installing additional software. The operation is flexible, and the specific methods are as follows:

1). Full-Disk Encryption, after encryption, it will work on both iPhone and Mac systems. (Note: This will erase all data, so back up in advance): After connecting the hard drive, open "Disk Utility" via Spotlight Search. Click the "View" option in the top menu bar and select "Show All Devices." In the sidebar, select the mobile hard drive, then click "Erase" in the toolbar. Customize the hard drive name in the "Name" field, choose "GUID Partition Map" for the scheme, and select "APFS (Encrypted)" or "Mac OS Extended (Journaled, Encrypted)" for the format. Enter and confirm the password, then click "Choose." Finally, click "Erase," and the encryption will take effect upon completion. 

2). Creating an Encrypted Image, after encryption, the Mac can access the entire image, while the iPhone can only open the unencrypted portion (Encrypts specific files without deleting hard drive data): Open "Disk Utility," click "File" in the top menu > "New Image" > "Blank Image." Set the image size, choose an encrypted format, and set a password. Click "Save" to generate the encrypted image file. Subsequently, simply double-click the image and enter the password to mount and access the files inside. This method is suitable for protecting localized sensitive data.

(For 20Gbps Models) Why no 20Gbps on Thunderbolt?

A: The 20Gbps (2,000MB/s) specification requires full USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 (20Gbps) compatibility across host interface, cable, and port. While Thunderbolt 3/4 supports 40Gbps bandwidth, it doesn't natively implement USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 protocols, resulting in maximum 10Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 2) operation.

For optimal performance, ensure all components in your connection chain support USB 3.2 Gen 2x2.

Specification

Also Known as

Theoretical Bandwidth

SSK 20Gbps SSD

Real-world transfer rate

USB 2.0

Hi-Speed USB

480Mbps

About 60MB/s

USB 3.2 Gen 

USB 3.0

5Gbps

About 300-500MB/s

USB 3.1 Gen 1

Super Speed

USB 3.2 Gen 2

USB 3.1

10Gbps

About 800-1000MB/s

USB 3.1 Gen 2

Super Speed

USB 3.2 Gen 2x2

USB 3.2

20Gbps

About 1.5-2.4GB/s

Super Speed

20Gbps

USB 4

USB4 Gen2x2

10Gbps, 20Gbps,40Gbps

(Depend on host specs)

About 800-1000MB/s

USB4 20Gbps

USB4 Gen 3x2

USB4 40Gbps

Thunderbolt 4

N/A

40Gbps

About 800-1000MB/s

If still no resolve your issues, please contact us by email!

support@ssk.cn

Thank you for your time!

When I use this product to connect two screens, why does my screen resolution drop, not its original maximum resolution?

There are two possible reasons for this situation.
Reason one:
The maximum resolution of our product is 4k@60hz as only one screen is connected; when two screens are connected at the same time, the maximum resolution will be limited as 4K@30hz. This means that no matter how high your device resolution is, when connecting two devices at the same time, the maximum resolution will be limited to 4K@30hz; When adding a device, the maximum resolution will be limited to 4k@60hz
Reason two:
The output resolution of our hub is limited by the minimum resolution of the access device. If you have two screens with different resolutions, when you connect two screens at the same time, the device resolution will be limited to the lowest resolution of the access device. For example, if one screen resolution is of 4k@60hz and the other one screen resolution is of 1080p@60hz, the resolution will be unified as 1080p@60hz when they are connected at the same time.

Why apple device does not support Extend Mode?

It is because Apple company itself limited. For Mac OS devices use in extend mode, the image on the two external screens will be the same, which means Mac OS system device can only support mirror mode. 
Here is the step to connect mirror mode in Mac OS system.
Right-click desktop→ select Intel display Settings → pop-up Settings screen select display→ select multi-screen display→ expand the desktop
(If the display 3 is not display, please to manually select the display→click apply confirm can set OK).

How to set Mirror Mode or Extend Mode?

Click the Graphic Settings or Win+P to choose mirror mode or extend mode.
For Mac OS laptops: Click the Apple logo - System Preferences – Displays - Select “Mirror 
Display”
Note:  MAC OS device only support mirror mode.

Why VGA or HDMI port cannot work when they are connected?

Before using our hub, please check whether the USB C port device connected to our hub has video output function or not.
Second, it is that WINDOWS has been set to " PC screen only", so you need to select by pressing “Win+P” to open the menu to select.
Third, please check if your HDMI or VGA plug is firmly inserted, and then ensure that the output resolution does not exceed the monitor resolution.

If one of display does not display, How to do?

Right click desktop > Graphics Settings > Select One or More Active Displays.

Why there’s signal interference/ unstable connection

According to Microsoft, USB 3.0 may conflict with 2.4GHz Signal (2.4G Wi-Fi and Bluetooth).
It is suggested to use the USB2.0 port for wireless mouse & keyboard, to avoid flickering screen or unstable connection caused by signal interference.

Why does the hub runs so hot?

Due to the high-performance chip supporting 4K video output, it generates more heat. It's normal to get around 106.52℉, and the heat is dissipated through the shell to ensure the chip's proper operation and prolong the device's lifespan.

Why does the hub not working?

Please make sure the USB C port on your host devices supports pd charging, data transfer, and video output (DP Alt Mode) to enjoy the full function of our docking station. If you are not sure if your computer has the advanced USB C port, please confirm with us or refer to the supplier of your electronic device and contact support if the hub is not working on the right usb-c port.

Why the file transfer speed does not reach 10Gbps?

1. The standard benchmark testing speed for 10Gbps is expected to reach 1000MB/s under optimal conditions. You can use testing tools to verify this.
2. In daily use, the typical speed for 10Gbps is around 650MB/s. Actual transfer speed depends on factors such as interface type, protocols, data cables, and computer performance, as well as the nature of the files being transferred.
3. Slowly inserting the device into the interface may lead to recognition as USB 2.0, resulting in slower speeds. In such cases, reconnect the device to let the computer recognize it correctly. Please safely eject the device on the computer before unplugging to avoid data damage.  

Why all the screen display the same content.

Due to the limitation of MacOS, MST function is not available in apple PCs, therefore, all external screen will show the same content in both mirror and extend mode. Only A-BBB or A-AAA output mode supported.
In windows PC, please go to the display setting and set the display mode, actual result depends on the function and the performance of the graphic cards (GPU) of the host PC.

Why does the 3.5mm audio jack doesn’t work?

When there's no voice input/output from the 3.5mm jack, please go to your pc setting and select the desired equipment as the voice input/output devices.

Why doesn't the screen go black every few minutes when you're working, or keep disconnecting?

Due to the lack of power supply. If use HDMI and RJ45 ports with other ports together, in order to have a stable connection, please use the USB C power adapter above 65W to power delivery for the product.

How to power on/off the device? (For SSM-F200)

❶.Push the “POWER” button for 5-6 seconds until the Blue LED is on;
❷. Push the “Power” button for 2-3 seconds until the Yellow LED blinks.
We recommend you to click “remove safely” on APP before you shut it down in order to keep the data safe.

What is the password when the Drive is connected wirelessly for the first time? (For SSM-F200)

There is no WiFi password when connecting for the first time. If you use your mobile phone app to complete the initial settings, then the password will be used for wifi password, user password and remote connection password.

How to restore factory settings if I forget the password?

Please use a small round pin to press the “RESET” button (a small hole on the device) more than 10 seconds while the power is on. The device LED will be off and then on again, it means reset successfully.

Will the data be lost after restoring factory settings?

Answer: No, it won’t. “RESET” will only clear the password and network settings.

How to upgrade firmware?

When have a new updated firmware, it will auto update if the hard drive is connected to the network. You will see an upgrade reminder when there is a new firmware push. If update failure, please contact us.

How to set up the SSK Drive on mobile phone and have the internet access? (For SSM-F200)

❶.Install the SSKCloud App on your Mobile phone and turn on the SSK Drive (If can not power on or LED flash Red, please charge it first);
❷.Open "Settings" on your mobile phone (not SSKCloud App settings), and click: WiFi, then select F200_**_** wifi Hotspot and connect;
❸.After connected the SSK Drive’s WiFi hotspot, your mobile phone may prompt: “no internet, do you want to switch to another network?” Please choose “no” to ensure your mobile phone connected the SSK Drive’s WiFi hotspot;
❹.Click the SSK Cloud App, enter the password to finish the initial settings, follow the tips to exit App and reconnect the SSK Drive’s WiFi hotspot and enter the App again, it will prompt no internet connection, you can simply connect the SSK Drive to Router via lan cable or follow step 5 to set up the SSK Drive to internet;
❺.Please Click SSKCloud App: Settings---Internet connection---Select your home Router’s WiFi to connect, enter your Router’s password to join in, here please don’t select the SSK Drive’s WiFi ;

❻.After prompt connection successful, please exit the App, and enter again;
❼.After that, the SSK Drive will be bridged to your router and have the internet connection;
❽.Now your mobile phone can connect the SSK Drive’s WiFI or Router’s WiFi to access Drive’s data and have the internet at the same time. We recommend your mobile phone connect the Router’s WiFi to maintain a stable connection.

When click the SSKCloud App, the APP prompts that “Can not connect to device, please click…” as below, how to do?

Answer For SSM-F100
Answer: 1. Please check if you have connected SSK drive to standard Router via LAN cable directly, please don't connect to customized router or network hubs ect.
2. When you access the App at the first time, we recommend to give all the permissions to SSKCloud App for properly setting up and using.

Answer For SSM-F200
Answer: 
❶. Please go to your mobile phone Settings( Not SSKCloud App settings) to ensure your mobile phone has connected SSK Drive’s WiFi hotspot; In home network, the Router’s WiFi is stronger than the Drive’s WiFi, so the mobile phone often automatically switches to connect the Router’s WiFi and SSKCloud App prompts the disconnection. In the initial settings or wireless bridge the Drive to the internet, we suggest you to ignore or forget the home WiFi to ensure your mobile phone connect the Drive’s WiFi hotspot. 
❷. If connected the Drive’s WiFi, it still shows the disconnection, please hold down the page and pull down to refresh; 
❸. Or please exit SSKCloud App and then click the App to access again. When exit, please make sure to exit totally. After that, it will prompt : Wi-Fi connected ****.

 

After connected the Drive’s WiFi hotspot, the App hasn’t displayed the proper capacity of the Drive, I can not transfer or backup anything, how to do? ( For SSM-F200)

Please check the App whether it shows the WiFi is connected or not, if not connected, please reconnect the Drive’s WiFi or refresh the App till it is showing the proper connection. 

If the App shows that the WIFI is connected, but the capacity is not yet displayed, please turn off the Drive, then connect it to computer with the supplied usb cable and check under “ Disk Management” , then reformat the Drive to EXFAT or NTFS. ( Before formatting, please backup all your data). How to format the Drive, please download the file from our website. 

If the hard disk is not displayed even under the ‘Disk management” on your computer, the hard disk can not be formatted, please contact us directly for a solution.

When auto-backup photos, it gets stuck on the calculation, or back up failed, what should I do?

Please check your mobile phone WiFi connection whether disconnected or not; if disconnected, pls connect the Drive’s WiFi again.
In most cases, the Router’s WiFi is stronger than the Drive’s WiFi, so the mobile phone often automatically switches to the Router’s WiFi. We recommend that you set your Drive to the Internet and then use your phone to connect to the Router’s WiFi to access Drive to achieve a stable WiFi connection. (For SSM-F200)
❷. Please check your iphone have enough storage? All the contents will be transferred to local and then move to Drive. So please ensure your Iphone has enough storage. 
❸. Does your iPhone name have special characters? If have, please delete the special characters and just with normal standard characters. Please follow this to check: Your Iphone--- Settings---General---About---Name

When auto-backup for Iphone photos, it creates the backup folder on App, but the folder is empty or less photos than my iphone’s?

If the Drive is not connected to the internet, it will only back up iPhone local photos (It will not backup iCloud stored photos). If you want to backup all photos, please ensure that the Drive is connected to the internet first.

SSKCloud App takes up a lot of Phone storage space, How to delete this data?

Answer: Please go to SSKCloud App---Settings---System Settings—
Remove cache. After that, it will release your phone storage space.

I saved a lot of music on the Drive, but why can't I play them continuously via SSKCloud App?

Please save the music to SSKCloud default Music folder, then you can play the music continuously. In order to have a better and faster experience, App has several default folders, please put the data in the corresponding folders so that the app Menu (photos, videos, music and documents) will scan and display the data of these folders accordingly. If you create your own folders, they will not appear on the menu, please click on the App-Drive to access it.

My iPhone/iPAD saves a lot of files/Data, but I can not access them on SSKCloud App, how can I transfer/move these data to my Drive?

The IOS system has restrictions on third-party App, so SSKCloud App cannot get the file data of the iPhone/iPad. 
Please transfer/move the data via SAMBA. Please follow below steps:
❶. Please click the “ Files” on iPhone/Ipad

❷. Please click “ Browse”

❸. Please click “ Connect to Server”

❹. Please enter the IP address: smb://***.***.*.***, please find the IP address on SSKCloud App: Settings—SAMBA Access

❺. Please select the “ Registered User” and then enter the name and password, after that, please click: “Next”. 
The name is “admin”, the password is what you have set during initial settings.

❻. You will access to this page, please click “share_sda1”, after that, you can transfer/move the data from iPhone/iPad to Drive or vice verse. 

Please note: Data can only be read but not written on network Drive due to the IOS Samba function limitation. If you want to edit the file, please edit it on iPhone/Ipad, then transfer/move to Drive.

I have connected the SSK Drive to my router, but I still can not find it on my network, what should I do?

❶. SSKCloud latest software has addressed to access SAMBA and no need you to enter the IP address, user name and password manually. 
Please enter SSKCloud Software, Click ” Samba Management”

Please note: If you access the SSKCloud network drive via SSKCloud App, each time, after you turn off the computer, you will not find the SSKCloud Drive on the network next time . If you want to map SSK Drive to your network automatically, please follow step 2. 
❷. Map SSK Drive to your network manually: First, enter the IP address on File Explorer ( For Windows) or Safari( For Mac); ( You can get the IP address on your mobile phone SSKCloud App—Settings---Samba Access)
Second, Enter the User Name and password on the Dialog box, the uasr name is admin, password is what you have set during initial settings.
Third, select the folder “ share_sda1” and access it.
❸. If you still can not access, please follow below photo to set up on computer and then try above again.  

I set a static IP address on the App or the Webpage, but it was not successful. How can I set a static IP address?

Please use the Router facility to set the static IP address, please follow the steps below:

 

 

 

Where should I download the SSKCloud Software/App for my computer?

We have stored the file App in the Drive, please find the folder name: "App", and then transfer the appropriate file to your computer and install accordingly. Or you can check our website to see if have the newer version.
Website: eng.ssk.cn ---- Download Center

It does not allow to download SSKCloud App on website, how to do?

The reason is that the download address is not on the same server
as the website address (the download app is placed on a server abroad, the
download speed will be faster). Google Chrome will consider it unsafe content and will block the download by default, you can go to the website settings, set the default unsafe content to allow. Or please use other Browsers to download. Or please contact us,we will send the App to you.

I have downloaded the Software/App from SSK website, but why can’t I install it?

All the software downloaded from the SSK website is compressed, please unzip it and install.

I have connected another Drive(USB storage) to SSM-F100/F200 USB host port, but it cannot show up on SSKCloud App, how to do?

❶. Please check the Drive formats, SSKCloud App supports EXFAT/ NTFS/FAT32, if not these format, please reformat the Drive;
❷. USB Host port supports the USB devices with less than 500Ma Power requirement. So most Flash drives and SD card readers can connect directly, however HDD, SSD and other external storage devices must be connected to either their own power source or via a USB POWERED Hub.( For SSM-F200 only). 
❸. After you attach the proper USB storage to SSK Drive, you can access it  on mobile phone, Please enter the SSKCloud App and swipe down on the home page to refresh, you will see the newly inserted USB Storage on your Phone App. Please see the below picture.

 

❹. You can also access it on computer via SAMBA function. Please follow below steps, mac computer for example.

 

 

 

Note: The usb host storage can not show up on the Mac and Windows SSKCloud App currently, We will improve it soon.

How do I access SSK Drive when I am away from home when travelling – abroad especially?

❶ Ensure SSKCloud Drive has been connected to your home router and also your Mobile phone or Laptop has a good internet connection;
❷ For mobile phone: SSKCloud App---Settings---Remote Access— Enter the password.

❸ For Laptop: SSKCloud App—Remote Connection, enter the UID no. and password

Where to find the UID no.?

Use your mobile phone to connect the Drive’s WiFi hotspot, tap SSKCloud App---Settings---Remote Access---UID of Current Device

How do I transfer the specific files (or folders) from my computer to hard drive or vice versa?

 ❶ Transfer the files from computer to hard drive:
Enter SSKCloud App on your computer---Click “All”—“Upload”, Select the file you want to upload.

❷ Transfer the files from hard drive to computer: Select the file-- Click the “Download” symbol.

❸ You can click” Transfer List” to see the transfer status. 

How do I backup my computer files to hard drive timely?

❶ Enter SSKCloud App on your computer—File backup---Directory Settings ---Select the Backup folder you want to back up on your computer.

It will switch to your computer, Macbook for example:

Select the folder you want to backup:

❷ You can click” Backup progress” to see the backup status. 

❸ After Backup finished, you can click” Go to” to check the files you have Backed up in hard drive.

How to store a typical file or folder to private space and where to find it?

❶Enter SSKCloud App on your computer---All—Select the File or Folder----Click” ….” ---- Encryption, the file or folder will be removed to Private Space.

❷ You can go to Private Space to view it.

I have a smart TV, how can I cast the video from SSK Drive to Smart TV?

 

SSKCloud App supports DLNA protocal. If you have a smart TV, you can cast the video from SSK Drive to Smart TV, please follow below steps:
❶ Please connect the SSK Drive SSM-F100/F200 to your home network, and also connect the Smart TV to the same network;
❷ Ensure your mobile phone connect the same network, so that the mobile phone, SSK Drive and Smart TV are in the same network;
❸ please click: SSK Cloud App on your mobile phone--- Videos--- Choose the video you want to Cast---- It will show the TV icon and click it----Select the TV Name and cast it, after that, the video will be casted to TV. 

 

 

 

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