Quick Summary
The ASUS ROG Strix Arion is an M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD enclosure with USB 3.2 Gen 2 connectivity and a black aluminium case. It is designed for M.2 PCIe NVM Express SSDs in 2230, 2242, 2260 and 2280 form factors, and the M.2 NVMe SSD is not included.
It comes with two cables, one USB Type-C cable and one USB Type-C to USB Type-A cable. The aluminium alloy ROG case includes thermal pads, and ASUS Aura Sync RGB lighting is included for compatible Aura Sync enabled products.
Who It Is Best For
This enclosure is for buyers who already have a supported M.2 PCIe NVM Express SSD and want a USB-connected case for it. It is also relevant if you need the flexibility of either USB Type-C or USB Type-A connection, because both cable types are included.
Key Details
| Detail | Verified information and buyer relevance |
|---|---|
| Product name | ASUS ROG Strix Arion M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD Enclosure. |
| Connection | USB 3.2 Gen 2 / USB Type-C, with transfer speeds up to 10 Gbps. |
| Drive support | Supports M.2 PCIe NVM Express SSDs. |
| Supported form factors | 2230, 2242, 2260 and 2280, so the drive size needs to match the enclosure. |
| Included cables | 1 x USB Type-C cable and 1 x USB Type-C to USB Type-A cable. |
| Case material | Aluminium alloy ROG case. |
| Cooling details | Thermal pads are included to help pull heat away from M.2 drives. |
| Lighting | ASUS Aura Sync RGB lighting with synchronisation across Aura Sync enabled products. |
| Included SSD | M.2 NVMe SSD not included. |
Why Buyers Choose It
- USB Type-C and USB Type-A cables are both included, which gives you two connection options.
- Support for 2230, 2242, 2260 and 2280 form factors means the enclosure works with several M.2 SSD lengths.
- The aluminium alloy case and thermal pads provide the stated heat-dissipating design for the drive.
- Aura Sync RGB lighting is included for buyers using compatible Aura Sync enabled products.
What To Know Before You Buy
Check that your SSD is an M.2 PCIe NVM Express drive and that it matches one of the supported form factors: 2230, 2242, 2260 or 2280. The enclosure does not include an SSD, so the drive must be purchased separately.
Review whether you want to use the USB Type-C cable or the USB Type-C to USB Type-A cable before setting it up. If you plan to use the RGB lighting across other devices, confirm that your setup includes Aura Sync enabled products.
Common Buyer Questions
Does this include an SSD?
No, the M.2 NVMe SSD is not included.
Which M.2 sizes does it support?
It supports 2230, 2242, 2260 and 2280 form factors.
What cables are included?
One USB Type-C cable and one USB Type-C to USB Type-A cable are included.
Does it support RGB sync?
Yes, it features ASUS Aura Sync RGB lighting for Aura Sync enabled products.
Final Buying View
Choose this enclosure if you need a USB 3.2 Gen 2 case for a supported M.2 PCIe NVM Express SSD and want the included cable options. Confirm the SSD form factor and connection type before ordering.
