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StarTech USB-C 10Gbps to M.2 NVMe SSD Enclosure
This compact M.2 NVMe SSD Enclosure for PCIe SSDs is a highly portable, high-performance data storage solution for your USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 enabled devices. Leverage the high speeds of your M.2 NVMe drive, with this external SSD enclosure delivering USB 3.1 Gen 2 read/write speeds up to 10Gbps. It features ventilation holes to help dissipate heat, ensuring an optimal operating temperature and helping to preserve performance. Its slim, pocket-sized design fits easily into your laptop bag, and the durable aluminum housing ensures your drive won't be damaged on the move. Broadly compatible with tablets, laptops, and desktop computers equipped with USB Type-C and Thunderbolt 3 ports, it's also backward compatible with USB 3.1 Gen 1.
$58.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
273
/ 561
#273 in Hard Drive Enclosures & Mounts
Price vs Category Average
-41%
Below average
Who it's for
- Blazing Fast Performance
- Unlocks NVMe Potential
- Enhanced Portability
Who should skip it
- NVMe Exclusive Compatibility
- Thermal Management Concerns
- Premium Price Point
Key Specs
USB-C external enclosure for PCIe M.2 NVMe SSD with 10Gbps USB 3.1 Gen 2 (w/UASP support) and PCIe 3.0 for speeds up to 1GB/s
Compatible with M-Key PCI Express drives (2230/2242/2260/2280)
Driverless plug-and-play
Ventilated aluminum housing for optimal heat dissipation
Includes cable compatible with USB Type-C (USB 3.1 Gen 2 and USB 3.0) or Thunderbolt 3 devices
Windows/Mac/Chrome/Linux Support
Screwdriver included
Features
- High-performance data storage for USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 devices
- Leverages M.2 NVMe drive speeds up to 10Gbps
- Optimizes performance with heat dissipation
- Slim, pocket-sized design for ultimate portability
- Durable aluminum housing protects the drive
- Broad compatibility with various USB-C and Thunderbolt 3 hosts
- Backward compatible with USB 3.1 Gen 1
- Plug-and-play installation for ease of use
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the StarTech USB C 10Gbps to M.2 NVMe SSD Enclosure for its robust build quality and straightforward setup. Many appreciate the solid aluminum construction, which contributes to both durability and effective heat dissipation, ensuring reliable performance even under sustained use. Users find the installation process remarkably simple, often describing it as tool free or requiring minimal effort. This combination of premium materials and user friendly design makes it a highly dependable solution for expanding storage or creating a fast external drive. The enclosure generally delivers on its promise of high speed data transfer.
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