Quick Summary
The UGREEN M.2 enclosure is for NVMe and SATA SSDs in 2230, 2242, 2260 and 2280 sizes. It supports up to 20Gbps transfer speeds when used with a USB 3.2 Gen 2 x 2 interface, and the enclosure uses an aluminium case with a thermal pad.
It is a plug and play enclosure with no additional power supply or driver required. The SSD is not included.
Who It Is Best For
This enclosure suits buyers who need an M.2 caddy for compatible NVMe or SATA SSDs and want to check size, key type and interface before ordering. It is also relevant if you need a portable enclosure that connects without extra power or driver installation.
Key Details
| Detail | Verified information and buyer relevance |
|---|---|
| Brand | UGREEN, for buyers looking for this named enclosure. |
| Product type | M.2 enclosure for SSD use. |
| Drive support | Supports NVMe and SATA NGFF SSDs. |
| Supported sizes | 2230, 2242, 2260 and 2280 sizes are supported, so the SSD size needs to match. |
| Transfer speed | Up to 20Gbps with USB 3.2 Gen 2 x 2; other interfaces support up to 10Gbps. |
| Construction | Aluminium case with a thermal pad. |
| Compatibility | Listed for Windows, Mac OS, Linux, Android and IOS systems. |
| Included note | SSD not included. |
| Setup | Plug and play, with no additional power supply and no driver required. |
| Security and transmission features | Supports UASP and TRIM, with built-in RTL9220 chip. |
What To Know Before You Buy
Check that your SSD is an M.2 NVMe or SATA NGFF drive in one of the supported sizes: 2230, 2242, 2260 or 2280. The enclosure is for M/B+M Key SSDs, so key type also needs to match.
For the stated 20Gbps speed, the connected port must be USB 3.2 Gen 2 x 2. Other interfaces are stated to support a maximum of 10Gbps. The SSD is not included.
Common Buyer Questions
Does it work with both NVMe and SATA drives?
Yes, it supports PCIe NVMe or SATA NGFF SSDs.
Which SSD sizes fit?
2230, 2242, 2260 and 2280 sizes are supported.
Do I need a driver or extra power?
No, it is plug and play and does not require an additional power supply or driver.
What speed can I expect?
Up to 20Gbps is stated when used with USB 3.2 Gen 2 x 2, while other interfaces support up to 10Gbps.
Final Buying View
Choose this enclosure if you need a UGREEN M.2 case for compatible NVMe or SATA SSDs and want the stated 20Gbps performance with the right USB 3.2 Gen 2 x 2 connection. Check drive size, key type and host interface before ordering.
