HDD/SSD enclosure DeLOCK 42611

The DeLOCK 42611 is a compact 2.5" HDD/SSD enclosure designed for one Serial ATA III storage drive. Constructed from aluminium and finished in white and black, the enclosure provides a lightweight, durable housing with a modern appearance. It connects to host devices via a USB Type-C port and supports USB 3.2 Gen 2 speeds for data transfer rates up to 6 Gbit/s, and it also supports hot-swapping for quick insertion and removal of drives without powering down the host.

Advantages

The aluminium construction balances heat dissipation and physical protection while keeping the enclosure lightweight. Compatibility with USB Type-C and USB 3.2 Gen 2 ensures broad device support and high transfer performance for SSDs and HDDs using the Serial ATA III interface. Hot-swap capability simplifies drive maintenance and data access. The single-drive 2.5" format makes it easy to carry and integrate into mobile workflows.

Suitable for

• Expanding laptop or desktop storage with a 2.5" SATA HDD or SSD
• Creating a portable backup solution for personal or work files
• Transferring large files between computers at high speed
• Temporarily accessing data from an internal 2.5" drive

Key specifications

• Drive bay: single 2.5" drive
• Supported interface: Serial ATA III (SATA III)
• External interface: USB Type-C connector
• USB version: USB 3.2 Gen 2 (backward compatible with earlier USB 3.x standards)
• Maximum data transfer rate: up to 6 Gbit/s
• Material: aluminium housing
• Colour: white and black
• Hot-swap support: yes

How to use

Open the enclosure according to the included instructions, insert a compatible 2.5" SATA III HDD or SSD into the drive bay, and secure it in place. Connect the enclosure to a host device using a USB Type-C cable. The drive should be recognized by the operating system automatically; for first-time use, format the drive as needed using the host system's disk management tools. To remove the drive, use the operating system's safe removal or eject procedure if required, then disconnect the USB cable and extract the drive.

Recommendations

Use a high-quality USB Type-C cable that supports USB 3.2 Gen 2 to achieve the enclosure's maximum transfer rate. Place the enclosure on a stable, flat surface during operation to ensure airflow around the aluminium housing. For SSDs, enable appropriate OS-level settings such as TRIM support if available. Avoid exposing the enclosure to strong magnetic fields, extreme temperatures, or liquids to maintain data integrity and device longevity.