{"product_id":"2-5-inch-usb-3-0-sata-external-hard-drive-enclosure","title":"2.5\" USB 3.0 to SATA External Hard Drive Enclosure","description":"\n\u003ch2\u003eTurn Any 2.5\" HDD or SSD Into a Portable Drive\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGive your old laptop hard drive a second life — or simply expand your storage on the go. This compact 2.5-inch USB 3.0 to SATA external enclosure lets you connect any standard 2.5\" HDD or SSD to your computer in seconds, with no tools or drivers required. Featuring a sleek transparent ABS fireproof shell with a blue LED activity indicator, it's as stylish as it is functional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuperSpeed USB 3.0:\u003c\/strong\u003e Theoretical transfer rates up to 5 Gbps — 10× faster than USB 2.0 — for quick file transfers and backups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSATA 3.0 Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Internal bandwidth up to 6 Gbps ensures your drive performs at its full potential.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUASP Protocol:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced USB Attached SCSI Protocol reduces CPU load, minimizes data latency, and maximizes throughput.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTool-Free Installation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slide your drive in and go — no screwdrivers or assembly required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUp to 2TB Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports up to 2TB drives for generous portable storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTransparent ABS Fireproof Shell:\u003c\/strong\u003e Durable, heat-resistant body with a blue LED indicator to confirm active data transfer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBroad OS Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Works with Windows 2000 \/ XP \/ 7 \/ 8 \/ 10, Linux, and macOS 9.1 or above — plug and play, no driver needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCE \/ FCC \/ RoHS Certified:\u003c\/strong\u003e Meets international safety and environmental standards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Drive Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.5\" HDD \/ SSD (SATA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExternal Interface:\u003c\/strong\u003e USB 3.0 Micro-B\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eController:\u003c\/strong\u003e JMS578\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2TB\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 124.5 × 79 × 13 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDriver Required:\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupported Systems:\u003c\/strong\u003e Windows 2000\/XP\/7\/8\/10, Linux, macOS 9.1+\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafety Certifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e CE \/ FCC \/ RoHS\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\" USB 3.0 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\/10-piece-complete-gardening-tool-kit\"\u003e10-Piece Gardening Tool Kit – Iron Head \u0026amp; Plastic Handle\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/hex-nut-bolt-extractor-tool-kit-10-piece\"\u003e10-Pc Hex Nut \u0026amp; Bolt Extractor Kit 9–19mm | HIP Tools\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/1-2-inch-8-piece-hex-short-socket-set-vanadium-steel\"\u003e1\/2\" Drive 8-Piece Hex Short Socket Set – Vanadium Steel\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.osha.gov\/eye-face-protection\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eOSHA on eye and face protection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What size drives are compatible with this USB 3.0 SATA enclosure?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: This enclosure is designed for standard 2.5-inch SATA hard drives (HDD) and solid-state drives (SSD). It supports drives with capacities up to 2TB, making it ideal for repurposing old laptop drives or creating a portable external storage solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Do I need to install any drivers to use this hard drive enclosure?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: No driver installation is needed. The enclosure is fully plug-and-play across Windows 2000\/XP\/7\/8\/10, Linux, and macOS 9.1 or above. Simply connect it via the included USB 3.0 Micro-B cable and your system will recognize it instantly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Is this enclosure backward compatible with USB 2.0 ports?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA: Yes. While the enclosure is optimized for USB 3.0 SuperSpeed performance (up to 5 Gbps), it is fully backward compatible with USB 2.0 ports, though transfer speeds will be limited to USB 2.0 rates in that case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- production-packaging-notice --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Packaging Notice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo maintain high stock availability and fast shipping times, our items are sourced from multiple verified manufacturing facilities. 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