GEMBIRD USB 3.1 2.5in SATA HDD Enclosure with Type-C Port, Brushed Aluminum - Grey

HDD/SSD enclosure Gembird EE2-U3S-6-GR is a 2.5" SuperSpeed USB 3.1 external enclosure with a USB Type-C port. It supports one 2.5" SATA HDD or SSD up to 9.5 mm thick and up to 4 TB capacity. The enclosure features a durable brushed aluminium body, LED status indicator and a tool-free design for fast installation and easy portable storage.

Advantages

The aluminium housing provides protection and helps dissipate heat while keeping weight low (0.08 kg). USB 3.1 SuperSpeed (3.2 Gen 1) interface with transfer speeds up to 6 Gbit/s ensures quick data access. Tool-free installation and plug & play operation allow immediate use without additional tools or drivers.

Suitable for

• Expanding portable storage with a 2.5" SATA HDD or SSD
• Quick data transfer and backups via USB-C or USB-A (with cable/adapter)
• Reusing old laptop drives as external drives
• Temporary cloning or data migration between SATA drives

Key specifications

• Model: Gembird EE2-U3S-6-GR
• Supported drive size: 2.5" (up to 9.5 mm thickness)
• Maximum capacity: 4 TB
• Supported interfaces: SATA I/II/III
• Host interface: USB 3.1 Gen 1 / USB 3.2 Gen 1 (SuperSpeed), Type-C port
• Maximum data rate: up to 6 Gbit/s
• Material and colour: brushed aluminium
• Weight: 0.08 kg

How to use

Open the tool-free enclosure, insert a compatible 2.5" SATA HDD or SSD (up to 9.5 mm thick), close the case and connect the enclosure to your computer via the supplied USB Type-C cable. The device is recognized automatically by modern operating systems and operates in plug & play mode. For systems without USB-C, use a suitable adapter or cable to connect to a USB-A port.

Recommendations

Use a good-quality USB-C cable and connect to a SuperSpeed USB port to achieve maximum transfer speeds. Avoid exposing the aluminium enclosure to liquids and extreme temperatures. For long-term storage or frequent write operations use an SSD for higher durability.