UGREEN
M.2 SATA NGFF USB C Enclosure
Best portable solution for repurposing spare M.2 SATA drives.
Transform your M.2 SATA NGFF SSD into a portable external drive with this UGREEN enclosure. It offers SuperSpeed 10Gbps data transfer via USB 3.2 Gen 2, enhanced by UASP and TRIM protocols for optimal performance. Crafted from premium aluminum alloy, it ensures excellent heat dissipation, protecting your SSD from overheating. The tool-free installation makes it easy to secure M.2 SSDs of various sizes (2230-2280). Ideal for reusing older M.2 drives, expanding storage, or quick data backups across Windows, Mac, and Linux systems.
$32.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
122
/ 561
#122 in Hard Drive Enclosures & Mounts
Price vs Category Average
-67%
Below average
Number of Bays
1
Who it's for
- Content creators needing fast file transfers for M.2 SATA drives
- Mobile professionals requiring quick, tool-free drive swaps on the go
- Data-conscious users wanting reliable hardware protection and passive cooling
Who should skip it
- Performance seekers who own faster NVMe PCIe SSDs
- Power users performing long, sustained high-volume data transfers
- Desktop users needing extra reach for distant port connections
Performance breakdown
Installation Simplicity
Tool-free design makes swapping drives a quick, frustration-free experience.
Thermal Management
Aluminum chassis effectively dissipates heat during sustained file transfers.
Data Transfer Efficiency
UASP and TRIM support ensure snappy performance for SATA-based drives.
Build Durability
Premium alloy construction offers robust protection for your portable data.
Portability Factor
Compact, lightweight frame slips easily into any laptop bag or pocket.
System Compatibility
Seamless plug-and-play functionality across all major operating systems.
Key Specs
Number of Bays
1
Material
Aluminum Alloy
Operating System Compatibility
Windows, macOS, Linux
Power Source
Bus Powered
Cooling Method
Passive Cooling
Max Data Transfer Speed
10Gbps
Hot Swappable
Yes
LED Indicator
Yes
Features
- Tool-free installation with rubber fasteners
- Supports UASP and TRIM for faster speeds
- Premium aluminum alloy for superior cooling
- Plug and Play; no drivers required
- LED indicator shows working status
- Reuses older M.2 SATA NGFF SSDs
- Supports S.M.A.R.T function monitoring
- Compact and portable design
What customers say
Customers highly praise the UGREEN M.2 SATA Enclosure for its exceptional ease of use and robust build quality. Installation is consistently noted as tool free and plug and play, making it very accessible. The durable aluminum casing is appreciated for its premium feel and effective passive heat dissipation, which supports reliable performance. Users confirm the enclosure delivers stable SATA III transfer speeds, proving excellent for external storage and backups. Its versatile USB C interface ensures broad compatibility with modern devices. Overall, this enclosure is regarded as a high quality, reliable, and great value solution for external M.2 SATA SSD utilization.
Know before you buy
No, this specific enclosure is designed exclusively for M.2 SATA NGFF SSDs. It is not compatible with NVMe (PCIe) drives, so please verify your drive type before purchasing.
Not at all. The enclosure features a tool-free design that uses simple rubber fasteners to secure your drive, making the installation process quick and straightforward.
Yes, the aluminum alloy construction acts as a passive heatsink. It effectively dissipates heat away from your SSD, which helps prevent thermal throttling and maintains consistent transfer speeds during heavy use.
Yes, the included USB-C to USB-A cable ensures you can connect the enclosure to older laptops or desktops that lack USB-C ports while still maintaining a reliable connection.
This enclosure is compatible with most devices that support external storage via USB, including many gaming consoles and computers. However, ensure your device supports the file system format of your SSD, such as exFAT or NTFS.
The LED indicator provides a quick visual status of your drive. It lights up when the enclosure is connected and flashes during data read or write operations, so you know exactly when it is safe to disconnect.
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