StarTech.com USB4 M.2 NVMe Enclosure, 40Gbps, External USB-C/Thunderbolt NVMe SSD Enclosure, Aluminum Heatsink Case, B+M/M-Key
Key Features
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Next-Gen Performance: Transform your M.2 NVMe SSD into an ultra-fast external storage solution, delivering up to 40Gbps via a USB4 or Thunderbolt host; Ideal for IT technicians and professionals requiring fast, dependable SSD access
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Stays Cool Under Load: Rugged aluminum heatsink enclosure with a high-performance thermal pad for effective heat dissipation; Maintains consistent SSD speeds under sustained load, supporting extended data transfers without active cooling
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Broad Drive Compatibility: Easily access, transfer, or back up data using 2230/2242/2260/2280 M.2 NVMe PCIe SSDs, including Samsung 960/970/980/990/9100, Kingston, Seagate, Western Digital (WD), Crucial, and Intel; NOTE: M.2 SATA drives not supported
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Broad USB-C Compatibility: Connect the NVMe enclosure with the included USB-C cable to a USB4, Thunderbolt 5/4/3, or USB 10Gbps host for seamless, driverless operation across macOS, Windows and Linux systems with USB-C ports
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The IT Pro's Choice: Our hard drive enclosures are lab-tested for enterprise-grade performance, thermal efficiency, and OS compatibility; Ideal for secure backups and drive upgrades; Backed by free lifetime 24/5 multi-lingual technical assistance
Description
Access Ultra-Fast NVMe Storage via 40Gbps USB4 with Thunderbolt 5 Compatibility
Turn your PCIe M.2 NVMe SSD into a fast and highly portable USB-C external storage solution. This NVMe enclosure supports USB4 (40Gbps), delivering read/write speeds up to 3,800 MB/s. Ideal for power users handling large media files, managing data across devices, or performing OS imaging, data recovery, and disk management.
Versatile USB-C & Thunderbolt Support
Built for current and next-gen storage, this USB4 enclosure connects M-Key or B+M Key M.2 NVMe SSDs (2230/2242/2260/2280) to USB4, Thunderbolt 5/4/3, or USB 3.2 hosts. It supports PCIe Gen 4x4 NVMe drives and offers native, driverless compatibility with Windows, macOS, and Linux. Seamless interoperability with USB-C and Thunderbolt systems makes it ideal for fast backups and high-volume data transfers.
Robust Heat Dissipation
The anodized aluminum housing features a heatsink-style cover design with a high-efficiency thermal pad to enable passive cooling during sustained workloads. The fanless construction allows for silent operation while maintaining consistent transfer rates during intensive tasks such as disk imaging or data capture.
Compact and Durable
The USB4 NVMe Enclosure's compact footprint fits comfortably in a technician's toolkit or laptop bag. The rugged aluminum housing not only helps with heat dissipation but also protects the SSD from physical damage during transport or deployment in demanding environments.
Specifications
| Storage |
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| Number of storage drives supported |
1 |
| Storage drive size |
M.2 |
| Supported storage drive interfaces |
PCI Express |
| Supported storage drive heights |
22 mm |
| Supported storage drive lengths |
30,42,60,80 mm |
| NVMe |
Yes |
| Ports & interfaces |
|---|
| USB version |
USB4 Gen 4 |
| USB connectivity |
Yes |
| USB connector type |
USB Type-C |
| USB connector gender |
Female |
| USB ports quantity |
1 |
| Integrated USB cable |
No |
| Technical details |
|---|
| Plug and Play |
Yes |
| Number of fans |
0 fan(s) |
| Material |
Aluminum |
| LED indicators |
Yes |
| Data transfer rate |
40 Gbit/s |
| Product colour |
Black |
| Chipset |
ASMedia - ASM2464PD |
| Cable length |
11.8" (0.3 m) |
| USB version |
USB4 Gen 4 |
| Compliance certificates |
CE, Federal Communications Commission (FCC), RoHS |
| Design |
|---|
| Product type |
SSD enclosure |
| Number of fans |
0 fan(s) |
| Material |
Aluminum |
| LED indicators |
Yes |
| Product colour |
Black |
| Cable length |
11.8" (0.3 m) |
| Performance |
|---|
| Plug and Play |
Yes |
| Data transfer rate |
40 Gbit/s |
| Chipset |
ASMedia - ASM2464PD |
| Power |
|---|
| Power source type |
USB |
| Packaging data |
|---|
| Package weight |
15.2 oz (430 g) |
| Package width |
7.48" (190 mm) |
| Package depth |
4.49" (114 mm) |
| Package height |
1.38" (35 mm) |
| Operational conditions |
|---|
| Storage temperature (T-T) |
-20 - 70 °C |
| Operating temperature (T-T) |
0 - 40 °C |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) |
0 - 90% |
| Weight & dimensions |
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| Weight |
12 oz (340 g) |
| Width |
2.56" (65 mm) |
| Depth |
4.91" (124.8 mm) |
| Height |
1.13" (28.8 mm) |
| Package weight |
15.2 oz (430 g) |
| Cable length |
11.8" (0.3 m) |
| Package width |
7.48" (190 mm) |
| Package depth |
4.49" (114 mm) |
| Package height |
1.38" (35 mm) |
| Packaging content |
|---|
| Manual |
Yes |
| Screwdriver included |
Yes |
| Cables included |
USB Type-C to USB Type-C |
| Logistics data |
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| Master (outer) case width |
15.6" (395 mm) |
| Master (outer) case length |
7.87" (200 mm) |
| Master (outer) case height |
10.2" (260 mm) |
| Products per master (outer) case |
20 pc(s) |
