{"product_id":"usb-3-0-usb-c-2-5-sata-hard-drive-enclosure-5gbps","title":"USB 3.0 \u0026 USB-C 2.5\" SATA Hard Drive Enclosure – 5Gbps","description":"\n\u003ch2\u003eClear Acrylic 2.5\" SATA Hard Drive Enclosure – USB 3.0 \u0026amp; USB-C, 5Gbps Transfer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurn any 2.5-inch SATA hard drive or SSD into a fast, portable external storage device. This sleek, tool-free enclosure features a crystal-clear acrylic shell so you can see your drive inside, and supports both \u003cstrong\u003eUSB 3.0 (Micro-B)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eUSB Type-C\u003c\/strong\u003e connections for maximum compatibility with laptops, desktops, and modern devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlazing 5Gbps Transfer Speed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built to the USB 3.0 standard with a 7+15 SATA interface, delivering theoretical transfer speeds of up to 5.0Gbps — perfect for quickly moving large files, backups, and media libraries. Fully backward compatible with USB 2.0 and SATA 2.0.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUASP Acceleration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gain an extra 10–20% performance boost for SSD drives when using a SATA3 SSD with a USB 3.0 port on Windows 8 or Windows 10, thanks to UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmart Power Management:\u003c\/strong\u003e An intelligent 3-minute auto-sleep mode kicks in during inactivity to conserve energy and protect your drive's mechanical components. The drive wakes instantly when accessed, and enters sleep mode immediately upon safe removal for added longevity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrue Plug-and-Play:\u003c\/strong\u003e No drivers needed. Simply plug in and go. USB hot-swap is fully supported. Dual LED indicators keep you in the loop — \u003cem\u003eblue for power\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003egreen for activity\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWide OS Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Works seamlessly across Windows XP, 7, 8, 10, Vista, macOS 9\/10, and Linux.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupports 7mm \u0026amp; 9.5mm Drives:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fits standard 2.5-inch SATA (7+15 PIN) HDDs and SSDs with thicknesses of 7.0mm and 9.5mm. Note: Does not support 12.5mm or 15mm thick drives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePremium Clear Acrylic Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e The transparent shell not only looks great but lets you confirm your drive is seated correctly. Compact dimensions: 12.5 cm × 7.9 cm × 1.3 cm (4.92\" × 3.1\" × 0.5\").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterface (Host):\u003c\/strong\u003e Micro USB 3.0 \u0026amp; USB Type-C\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterface (Drive):\u003c\/strong\u003e SATA 7+15 PIN (SATA 3.0, backward compatible with SATA 2.0)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTransfer Speed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 5.0Gbps (USB 3.0)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupported Drive Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.5-inch SATA HDD\/SSD (7mm \u0026amp; 9.5mm thickness)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShell Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clear Acrylic\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOS Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e WinXP, Win7, Win8, Win10, Vista, macOS 9\/10, Linux\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12.5 × 7.9 × 1.3 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made in China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 × 2.5-inch SATA Hard Drive Enclosure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRelated Products You May Like\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/1-8m-displayport-to-hdmi-cable-4k-dp-adapter-pc-hdtv-projector\"\u003e1.8M DisplayPort to HDMI Cable 4K – DP Adapter for PC \u0026amp; TV\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/usb-c-to-hdmi-cable-1-8m-4k-macbook-laptop-phone\"\u003e1.8M USB-C to HDMI Cable 4K – MacBook, Laptop \u0026amp; Phone\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor guidance on safely managing external storage and data security, visit the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nist.gov\/topics\/cybersecurity\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eNIST Cybersecurity Resource Center\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Does this USB 3.0 hard drive enclosure support SSDs as well as HDDs?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes! This 2.5-inch SATA enclosure is compatible with both traditional HDDs and SSDs, as long as the drive uses a standard SATA 7+15 PIN interface and has a thickness of 7.0mm or 9.5mm. For SSDs, you'll also benefit from UASP acceleration for even faster transfer speeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Is the USB Type-C cable included, or do I need to buy one separately?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Only the enclosure itself is included in the box. You will need to supply your own USB 3.0 Micro-B or USB-C cable depending on which port you plan to use on your computer or device.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Do I need to install any drivers to use this external hard drive enclosure?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: No drivers are required. This enclosure is true plug-and-play and supports USB hot-swap, so it works immediately when connected to any compatible system running Windows XP through Win10, macOS, or Linux.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Will this enclosure work with my Mac?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes, this enclosure is compatible with macOS 9 and macOS 10. Simply plug it in and your Mac will recognise the drive automatically — no additional software needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Does this USB 3.0 hard drive enclosure support SSDs as well as HDDs?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Yes! This 2.5-inch SATA enclosure is compatible with both traditional HDDs and SSDs, as long as the drive uses a standard SATA 7+15 PIN interface and has a thickness of 7.0mm or 9.5mm. 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