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Forensic LabDock S5

SAS and SATA writeblocking for a forensic workstation

$299.00 USD

Mounts in 5.25in PC bay; write-blocks SATA & PATA drives, SATA host connection; SAS pass-through

Product name Forensic LabDock S5
Patent U.S. Patent No. 8,090,904
Host (I/O) Ports (1) SATA: for the write-blocked IDE & SATA drive connections
(1) USB 2.0 for firmware configuration only
Drive Types Supported
  • PATA/IDE 2.5" drives (with PATA Adapter 25)
  • PATA/IDE 3.5
  • SATA 2.5" drives
  • SATA 3.5" drives
  • SATA SSD (solid state drives)
  • SAS 2.5" drives (if LabDock is connected internally to a SAS host)
  • SAS 3.5" drives (if LabDock is connected internally to a SAS host)
  • Hitachi 1.8" drives (with PATA Adapter 25)
  • Toshiba 1.8" drives (with PATA Adapter 18-TOSH)
  • MacBook Air 2010 (with SATA Adapter MBA2010)
  • MSATA (with SATA Adapter mSATA)
  • Mini PCIe PATA (with PATA Adapter mPCIe)
  • Mini PCIe SATA (with PATA Adapter mPCIe)
  • Mini PCIe USB (with PATA Adapter mPCIe)
Sector Size Compatibility SATA 512n and 512e type drives (incompatible with 4Kn type drives)
SATA Speed 3G
Number of LEDs 7
Description of LEDs Power, drive activity, Power (to drive) error, fan error, general error, HPA or DCO detected, write-blocked SATA & IDE operation
Operating system compatibility Windows 10 and 11
Windows Server 2022, 2019, 2016, and 2012 product families
macOS 11 “Big Sur” or newer
Red Hat Enterprise Linux and Ubuntu LTS
Detects/reports HPA/DCO Yes
Allows HPA/DCO override Yes, user-configurable options
Fan(s) Draws air over drive while in bay, keeping it cool
Construction material(s) Rugged metal construction
Power switch 2 position: On / Off
SATA Power Input Yes
Dimensions 6.77" x 5.79" x 1.65" (172mm x 147mm x 42mm)
Weight 1.55 lbs. (0.70 kg)
Write Blocking Yes
Write Blocked ports SATA, PATA/IDE, and SAS (if write-blocked RedPort SAS card is also installed and connected)
Compliancy FCC, CE, RoHS
Warranty WiebeTech provides a 2-year limited warranty for this product.
Technical Support Your investment in WiebeTech products is backed up by our free technical support for the lifetime of the product. If you need to contact us for any reason, visit wiebetech.com/support or call us at +1 (360) 816-1800.

About Forensic LabDock S5

Forensics investigators, technicians, and system builders who want to create a digital forensic workstation rely upon the CRU® WiebeTech® Forensic LabDock™ S5. Installed in a standard 5.25" PC bay, the Forensic LabDock S5 gives convenient, front-panel access to suspect hard drives. Write-blocking is done in hardware, with proven WiebeTech write-blocking technology.

Forensic LabDock S5 offers native connections for the most common drives types, such as SATA and IDE/PATA. Optional SATA and PATA Adapters are available that allow access to many additional types of drives such as ZIF drives, notebook drives, drives found in iPods, and more. With the use of a CRU RedPort™ card, the Forensic LabDock S5 will have write-blocked front panel SAS drive access as well.  A bundle configuration is available that includes the Forensic LabDock S5, RedPort card, and cable.

Do you know what could be lurking in the hidden areas of a hard drive? HPA (Host Protected Areas) or DCO (Device Configuration Overlays) can exist on hard drives, which are not detected or accessible by your operating system. The Forensic LabDock will alert you if these areas exist, so you can inspect them. The Forensic LabDock comes with software to let you choose how to handle any hidden areas it encounters.

Additional features:

  • 2-year warranty 
  • Includes cables
  • Free US-based customer support


Whether you’re a forensic investigator, technician, or cyber security analyst, the CRU WiebeTech Forensic LabDock is a necessary part of your toolkit. Find a reseller near you or buy online.

    • Front panel SAS drive access
    • Professional drive write-blocking
    • Reliable evidence protection
    • Detects hidden areas on drives
    • Unique cubby keeps drives cool and out of the way

Included Items

  • SATA drive data/power cable
  • IDE/PATA drive data cable
  • IDE/PATA drive power cable
  • Packet of screws
  • Quick start guide

Documentation and Downloads

Forensic LabDock S5
Mounts in 5.25in PC bay; write-blocks SATA & PATA drives, SATA host connection; SAS pass-through
Without SAS card
part #: 31340-0409-0000
$299
Call 1-360-816-1800 or email us for ordering information for this item
Adapter Bundle #7
Includes 7 adapters compatible with v5/v5.5/6 docks, Drive eRazer Ultra, and Ditto
2.5in & 1.8in IDE, ZIF, mini PCIe, mSATA, MBA2010
part #: 31100-0000-0009
$344
Ships in: 3-5 Days
SATA Adapters
Convert various drive types to a standard SATA interface
For M.2 SATA SSDs; open top for easy access
part #: 31020-0465-0010
$34
Ships in: 1-2 Days
SATA cable
Data/power combo cable; eSATA + MiniFit; for Ditto, Drive eRazer Ultra, v5/v5.5 docks, or LabDock U5/S5
part #: 7381-0000-09
$11
Ships in: 1-2 Days

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