StarTech USB4 M.2 NVMe Enclosure

StarTech USB4 M.2 NVMe Enclosure, External USB-C/Thunderbolt NVMe SSD Enclosure

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.

• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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

Specification

Controls/Indicators

Indicators & Controls

• 1 - Solid LED: Drive detected
• Quick-Flashing LED: Read/Write Activity

I/O Expansions

Number of Total Expansion Bays · 1

Network & Communication

UASP Support · Yes

Software

Operating System Supported · Mac OS

Windows

Linux

Technical Information

Maximum Data Transfer Rate · 40 Gbit/s

Number of Solid State Drive Supported · 1

Number of Solid State Drive Installed · 0

Interfaces/Ports

Host Interface · USB4

Number of USB Ports · 1

Drive Interface · PCI Express NVMe 4.0

M.2

PCI Express NVMe 4.0 x4

Miscellaneous

Package Contents

• M.2 NVMe Enclosure
• 1 x Thermal Pad (Pre-installed)
• 1 x USB4 Cable
• 1 x Philips Head Screwdriver
• 1 x Quick-Start Guide

Country of Origin · Vietnam

TAA Compliant · Yes

Environmental Compliance · Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS)

Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE)

Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH)

General Information

Product Type · Drive Enclosure

Manufacturer Part Number · 1USB4-NVME-ENCLOSURE

Manufacturer Website Address · http://www.startech.com/au

Packaged Quantity · 1

Manufacturer · StarTech.com

Product Name · M.2 NVMe Enclosure

Brand Name · StarTech.com

Physical Characteristics

Weight (Approximate) · 340 g

Form Factor · Portable

Height · 27.9 mm

Width · 66 mm

Depth · 124.5 mm

Cooling Fan · No

Product Color · Black

Color Family · Black

Product Material · Aluminium