Quick Summary
This portable USB4 NVMe SSD aluminium enclosure is an external drive enclosure for M.2 NVMe PCIe SSDs. It supports USB4 and Thunderbolt 3, 4 and 5 ports, with read speed up to 40Gbps, and is powered through its USB connection without a power adapter.
The enclosure includes an ASMedia ASM2464 chipset, aluminium construction and large airflow gaps with a heatsink for passive cooling. It supports M.2 NVMe PCIe SSDs with M-Key and B+M Key connectors in 2280, 2260, 2242 and 2230 sizes, up to 8TB capacity.
Who It Is Best For
This enclosure suits buyers who need an external storage housing for a compatible M.2 NVMe PCIe SSD and want to use USB4 or Thunderbolt-connected devices. It may also suit users who need a portable drive setup for notebooks or workstations and who want USB-powered operation.
Key Details
| Detail | Verified information and buyer relevance |
|---|---|
| Product type | Portable external SSD enclosure for M.2 NVMe PCIe SSDs. |
| Connection support | Works with USB4 and Thunderbolt 3, 4 and 5 ports. |
| Read speed | Up to 40Gbps is stated for data transfer over the supported connection. |
| Chipset | ASMedia ASM2464 is included. |
| SSD compatibility | Supports M-Key and B+M Key M.2 NVMe PCIe SSDs. |
| Supported sizes | 2280, 2260, 2242 and 2230 sizes are supported. |
| Capacity support | Up to 8TB capacity is stated. |
| Construction | Aluminium enclosure with large airflow gaps and a heatsink for passive cooling. |
| Power | Powered through the USB connection and does not need a power adapter. |
| Operating temperature | 0°C to +108°C. |
| Storage temperature | -40°C to +110°C. |
| Compatibility | Compatible with Windows, Mac and Linux, and with notebooks such as the MacBook Pro (late 2016) and professional workstations. |
Why Buyers Choose It
- USB4 and Thunderbolt 3, 4 and 5 support gives one enclosure a wide connection range for compatible devices.
- USB-powered operation means no separate power adapter is needed.
- Support for several M.2 sizes and both M-Key and B+M Key connectors gives flexibility when matching an SSD.
- The aluminium enclosure, airflow gaps and heatsink are practical details for passive cooling.
What To Know Before You Buy
Check that your SSD is an M.2 NVMe PCIe drive and confirm whether it uses an M-Key or B+M Key connector before ordering. Also review the supported sizes, which are 2280, 2260, 2242 and 2230, and make sure the up to 8TB capacity meets your needs.
Confirm that your device has a USB4 or Thunderbolt 3, 4 or 5 connection if you want the stated transfer support. If you are planning to use it with a notebook or workstation, check that the selected setup matches your existing ports.
Common Buyer Questions
Which SSDs fit this enclosure?
It supports M.2 NVMe PCIe SSDs with M-Key and B+M Key connectors in 2280, 2260, 2242 and 2230 sizes.
Does it need its own power supply?
No, it is powered through the USB connection and does not require a power adapter.
Which ports does it work with?
It supports USB4 and Thunderbolt 3, 4 and 5 ports.
Which operating systems are compatible?
It is compatible with Windows, Mac and Linux.
Final Buying View
This enclosure is for buyers who need a USB4 NVMe SSD housing with support for multiple M.2 sizes and Thunderbolt 3, 4 and 5 connections. Confirm your SSD connector type, size and your device’s port type before choosing it.
