USB 3.0 Type-C 2.5" SATA HDD SSD Enclosure – Tool-Free UASP
USB 3.0 & Type-C External Hard Drive Enclosure for 2.5" SATA HDD & SSD
Turn any 2.5-inch SATA hard drive or SSD into a high-speed portable storage device with this sleek, transparent external enclosure. Featuring both USB 3.0 and USB Type-C connectivity, this tool-free case supports UASP for blazing-fast data transfers — up to 5Gbps — making it an ideal upgrade for backup, file sharing, and on-the-go storage.
⚠️ Please Note: This product includes the hard drive enclosure and USB cable only. The hard disk drive is NOT included.
Key Features
- Wide Compatibility: Supports most 7mm and 9.5mm 2.5-inch SATA I/II/III HDDs and SSDs up to 4TB capacity.
- SuperSpeed USB 3.0: Maximum data transfer rate of 5Gbps — up to 10× faster than USB 2.0 — for quick backups and large file transfers.
- SATA III Interface: Advanced SATA 3.0 delivers theoretical internal speeds up to 6Gbps, ensuring the enclosure never bottlenecks your drive.
- UASP Protocol Support: The Ultra-High Speed USB Attached SCSI Protocol (UASP) dramatically boosts transfer speeds while reducing CPU load, latency, and wait times.
- Tool-Free Installation: Simple slide-in design — no screwdrivers needed. Get your drive installed and running in seconds.
- Plug & Play Hot-Swap: No drivers required. Instantly recognized by Windows, Linux, and macOS.
- LED Activity Indicator: Clearly shows drive read/write activity at a glance.
- Transparent Design: Stylish clear shell lets you see the drive inside and monitor LED activity easily.
Specifications
| Interface | USB 3.0 / USB Type-C | SATA I/II/III |
| Compatible Drive Size | 2.5 inch (7mm / 9.5mm) |
| Max Capacity Supported | Up to 4TB |
| Transfer Speed | Up to 5Gbps (USB 3.0) / 6Gbps (SATA III) |
| Protocol | UASP Supported |
| OS Compatibility | Windows, Linux, macOS |
| Country of Origin | Made in Mainland China |
What's in the Box
- 1 × 2.5-inch Transparent Hard Disk Enclosure
- 1 × USB Cable
- Hard disk drive not included
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does this USB 3.0 hard drive enclosure work with SSDs as well as HDDs?
A: Yes! This 2.5-inch SATA enclosure is fully compatible with both traditional hard disk drives (HDD) and solid-state drives (SSD) that use SATA I, II, or III interfaces, in 7mm or 9.5mm thickness, up to 4TB in capacity.
Q: Do I need to install any drivers or software to use this enclosure?
A: No drivers or software installation is required. This external hard drive enclosure is plug-and-play on Windows, Linux, and macOS. Simply connect via USB 3.0 or Type-C and your drive will be detected automatically.
Q: What is UASP and why does it matter?
A: UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) is an advanced data transfer protocol that significantly increases read/write speeds and reduces CPU usage and latency compared to the older BOT (Bulk-Only Transport) standard. On a compatible system, UASP can improve transfer performance by up to 70%, making large file transfers noticeably faster.
Q: Is the hard drive included with this enclosure?
A: No — the enclosure and USB cable are included, but the hard disk drive itself is not. You will need to supply your own 2.5-inch SATA HDD or SSD separately.
Production & Packaging Notice
To maintain high stock availability and fast shipping times, our items are sourced from multiple verified manufacturing facilities. While the core quality, materials, and product specifications remain identical, you may notice slight variations in the packaging design, manufacturing origin, or the wording of the printed instructions.