USB 3.0 & USB-C 2.5-Inch SATA SSD External Hard Drive Enclosure

Breathe new life into your old laptop hard drive or SSD with this sleek, clear acrylic 2.5-inch SATA hard drive enclosure. Whether you're upgrading your storage, creating a portable backup drive, or transferring files between computers, this tool-free enclosure makes it fast, easy, and stylish — no screwdrivers required.

Made in Mainland China.

Key Features

Blazing 5Gbps Transfer Speed: Built to the USB 3.0 standard with a Micro USB 3.0 interface and 7+15 SATA output, this enclosure delivers theoretical transfer speeds of up to 5.0Gbps — fully backward compatible with USB 2.0 for older setups.
UASP Acceleration for SSDs: Get an extra 10–20% performance boost on solid-state drives with UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) acceleration. Best results with Windows 8/10, a SATA 3 SSD, and a USB 3.0 port.
Smart Power Management: An intelligent 3-minute sleep mode kicks in after inactivity, saving energy and protecting your drive. The drive wakes automatically when accessed, and enters sleep mode upon safe removal to protect mechanical components.
True Plug-and-Play — No Drivers Needed: Simply plug in and go. USB hot-swap support and zero driver installation means you're transferring files in seconds. Dual LED indicators (blue for power, green for signal activity) keep you informed at a glance.
Wide Compatibility: Supports 2.5-inch SATA (7+15 PIN) HDDs and SSDs at 7.0mm and 9.5mm thicknesses (does NOT support 12.5mm or 15mm drives). SATA 3.0 and SATA 2.0 compatible. Works with Windows XP, 7, 8, 10, Vista, macOS 9/10, and Linux.
Crystal-Clear Acrylic Build: The transparent enclosure lets you see your drive inside — compact and stylish at 12.5 cm × 7.9 cm × 1.3 cm (4.92" × 3.1" × 0.5").

Technical Specifications

Interface (Host)	Micro USB 3.0
Interface (Drive)	SATA 7+15 PIN (2.5")
Transfer Speed	Up to 5.0 Gbps (USB 3.0); backward compatible with USB 2.0
SATA Support	SATA 3.0 / SATA 2.0
Drive Thickness	7.0mm and 9.5mm (NOT for 12.5mm or 15mm)
Drive Type	2.5" HDD / SSD
UASP Support	Yes
OS Compatibility	WinXP, Win7, Win8, Win10, Vista, macOS 9/10, Linux
Material	Clear Acrylic
Dimensions	12.5 × 7.9 × 1.3 cm
Tool-Free Installation	Yes
LED Indicators	Blue (Power) / Green (Signal)

What's in the Box

1 × 2.5-inch SATA Hard Drive Enclosure

Helpful Resource

For guidance on safely handling and storing electronic storage devices, visit the NIST Guidelines for Media Sanitization (nist.gov) — a trusted resource for best practices in data storage and security.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What size hard drives fit in this 2.5-inch SATA enclosure?

A: This enclosure is designed for 2.5-inch SATA hard drives (HDDs) and solid-state drives (SSDs) with a thickness of 7.0mm or 9.5mm. It does not support drives that are 12.5mm or 15mm thick. Both SATA 2.0 and SATA 3.0 drives are compatible.

Q: Do I need any tools or drivers to install my hard drive?

A: No tools or drivers are required. This enclosure features a completely tool-free design — just slide your 2.5-inch SATA drive in and connect via the Micro USB 3.0 cable. It's true plug-and-play across Windows, macOS, and Linux systems.

Q: Does this enclosure support UASP for faster SSD speeds?

A: Yes! UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) acceleration provides approximately 10–20% faster transfer speeds for SSD drives. To take advantage of this, your system needs Windows 8 or Windows 10, a SATA 3 SSD, and a USB 3.0 port.

Q: What is the sleep mode feature and how does it work?

A: The enclosure features an intelligent 3-minute sleep mode that automatically activates when no data transfer or activity is detected. This conserves power and protects the mechanical components of your drive. The drive wakes up automatically when you access it or begin a data transfer, so there's no interruption to your workflow.