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Tripp Lite External SSD Storage Enclosure with USB-C Cable for PC Gaming, M.2 NVMe & SATA SSD
U457-1M2-NVME-L

Tripp Lite External SSD Storage Enclosure with USB-C Cable for PC Gaming, M.2 NVMe & SATA SSD

Game libraries outgrow internal drives quickly. We built this aluminum housing to accept a bare solid state card, either NVMe or SATA, and link it directly to a modern port. It packs flat into a bag and runs without an external power cord.

★★★★☆4.4 out of 5
$47.28

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  • PC GAMING SSD ENCLOSURE: Read, write or transfer data between a portable user-supplied M.2 NVMe or SATA SSD and your computer’s USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 port. Faster loading times than hard drives make it perfect for storing a video game library. Supports USB 3.2 Gen 2 speeds up to 10 Gbps to ensure lightning-fast data transfers. UASP compatible for up to 70% faster read and 40% faster write performance.
  • WIDE COMPATIBILITY: Works with Windows, macOS and Linux operating systems. Compatible with 2230, 2242, 2260 and 2280 SSD. It is compatible with M-Key, B+M Key (SATA) and B+M Key (NVMe) SSD types. A blue LED on the front panel indicates data is transferring properly. Backward compatible with previous USB generations.
  • MATCHES YOUR GAMING SETUP: Alternating RGB LEDs match your gaming setup and slim aluminum case blends in with your PC setup. Fits easily into your laptop bag or backpack so you can take it with you wherever you go. Included heat-dissipating silicone pad keeps your SSD running cool.
  • SECURE AND EASY TO USE: No software, drivers or external power supply is required. Open the enclosure with the included mini screwdriver, insert the user-supplied M.2 NVME or SATA SSD drive, and plug the enclosure into the host computer's USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 port with the included cable.
  • RELIABLE PRODUCT FULLY BACKED AND SUPPORTED: This product is covered by a 1-Year Limited Warranty and is supported by Tripp Lite's Chicago-based expert technical support team over phone and email.
What it does

How this one is built

Aluminum shell with thermal pad

Solid metal pulls heat off the card while you copy large game folders. An included silicone thermal pad sits directly on the drive surface to conduct heat away to the outer casing, maintaining steady transfer rates during long writes.

Direct drive mounting

Open the case with the included mini tool and secure your bare storage card inside. The connector accommodates both key types across common card lengths, turning loose hardware into a solid external drive you can carry in a pocket.

Status light and lighting

A blue front indicator shows active read and write cycles so you know when traffic is moving. Subtle lighting along the casing fits alongside other desk accessories, giving you quick visual confirmation that the host link is working.

Single cable link

The included cable hooks directly into a high speed port on your rig, console or laptop. Power travels through the bus, so you leave the bulky wall adapter behind and keep desk clutter down to a single connection.

On the nameplate

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Specifications
MaterialAluminum
ColorBlack
Weight8 ounces
Warranty1-year limited warranty
U457-1M2-NVME-L$47.28