Forensic LabDock U5
Create a write blocked workstation for hard drives and thumb drives
Mounts in 5.25in PC bay; write-blocks SATA, PATA, and USB drives; SATA+USB host connections
| Product name | Forensic LabDock U5 |
| Patent | U.S. Patent No. 8,090,904 |
| Host (I/O) Ports | (1) SATA: for the write-blocked IDE & SATA drive connections (2) USB 2.0: one for firmware configuration and one for the built-in USB WriteBlocker |
| Drive Types Supported |
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| Sector Size Compatibility | SATA 512n and 512e type drives (incompatible with 4Kn type drives) |
| SATA Speed | 3G |
| Number of LEDs | 8 |
| Description of LEDs | Power, drive activity, Power (to drive) error, fan error, general error, HPA or DCO detected, write-blocked SATA & IDE operation, write-blocked USB 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, USB 2.0 Mass Storage Devices (such as thumb drives) |
| 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 U5
Forensics investigators, technicians, and system builders who want to create a digital forensic workstation rely upon the CRU® WiebeTech® Forensic LabDock™ U5. Installed in a standard 5.25" PC bay, the Forensic LabDock U5 gives convenient, front-panel access to suspect hard drives and thumb drives. Write-blocking is done in hardware, with proven WiebeTech write-blocking technology.
In addition to providing native write-blocked access to SATA and IDE drives, the Forensic LabDock U5 model also incorporates a USB WriteBlocker, so you can forensically access USB thumb drives or many USB drive enclosures.
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 U5 will alert you if these areas exist, so you can inspect them. The Forensic LabDock U5 comes with software to let you choose how to handle any hidden areas it encounters.
Forensic LabDock U5 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. SATA and PATA Adapters work with many of our docking products, including the Forensic LabDock.
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.
- Built-in USB WriteBlocker
- 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
- USB cable (type A to B, with bracket)
- USB cable (type B to 10-pin header)
- Packet of screws
- Quick start guide
Frequently Asked Questions
Documentation and Downloads
Forensic LabDock S5
The Forensic LabDock™ S5 is a professional forensic tool for investigating most common drive types. The LabDock is installed in a standard 5.25" bay, offering simple and convenient front-panel access to suspect hard drives. Connecting drives is easy, especially with its SAS pass through access.
| Forensic LabDock U5
Mounts in 5.25in PC bay; write-blocks SATA, PATA, and USB drives; SATA+USB host connections |
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| Black part #: 31340-2209-0000 |
$399 Ships in: 3-5 Days |
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| Adapter Bundle #7
Includes 7 adapters compatible with v5/v5.5/6 docks, Drive eRazer Ultra, and Ditto |
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| 2.5in & 1.8in IDE, ZIF, mini PCIe, mSATA, MBA2010 part #: 31100-0000-0009 |
$344 Ships in: 3-5 Days |
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| SATA Adapters
Convert various drive types to a standard SATA interface |
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| For M.2 SATA SSDs; open top for easy access part #: 31020-0465-0010 |
$34 Ships in: 1-2 Days |
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| 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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