Gembird EE2-U2S-5 External USB 2.0 Enclosure for 2.5 inch SATA HDD/SSD, Aluminium, Black

The Gembird EE2-U2S-5 is a high-quality external storage enclosure designed to house 2.5-inch SATA hard disk drives or solid-state drives. With a sleek aluminium body and USB 2.0 connectivity, it offers a reliable and portable solution for expanding your storage capacity or repurposing an internal drive. The enclosure is bus-powered via USB, eliminating the need for an external power adapter, and features a screwless design for quick and easy installation.

Advantages

This enclosure provides a cost-effective way to turn an internal 2.5-inch SATA drive into an external USB drive. Its aluminium construction ensures durability and efficient heat dissipation, while the compact size makes it ideal for on-the-go use. Plug and Play functionality and hot-swap support allow for effortless connection and disconnection without rebooting your system.

Suitable for

• Users looking to upgrade their laptop's storage and reuse the old drive as an external backup
• IT professionals needing a portable drive for data transfer or diagnostics
• Anyone requiring additional storage for documents, media, or system backups

Key specifications

• Host Interface: USB 2.0 (backward compatible with USB 1.1)
• Internal Drive Interface: SATA I/II/III
• Drive Form Factor: 2.5 inches
• Maximum Drive Capacity: Up to 1 TB
• Data Transfer Rate: Up to 480 Mbps
• Enclosure Material: Aluminium
• Colour: Black
• Power Source: USB bus-powered
• Connector: Mini-USB Type B (5-pin)
• Hot-Swap Support: Yes
• Plug and Play: Yes
• LED Indicator: Power/Activity
• Operating Systems: Windows XP/Vista/7/8/10, Mac OS, Linux
• Installation: Screwless design
• Included Cable: USB A to Mini-B cable

Recommendations

For optimal performance, use with a USB 2.0 port. The enclosure is compatible with most 2.5-inch SATA HDDs and SSDs up to 9.5mm height. No external power supply required.