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Gray textured M.2 SSD enclosure with USB-C port

SMUGDESK

SMUGDESK Gray Dual-Protocol M.2 SSD to USB 3.1 Type-C Enclosure

SKU CH-FCD9-8VW7C

Gray enclosure converts M-key NVMe and B-key SATA M.2 SSDs into portable USB 3.1 Type-C storage with passive cooling and tool-free installation

  • Dual-protocol chip reads NVMe and SATA M.2 drives
  • USB 3.1 Type-C port delivers fast data transfer
  • Gray textured casing resists scratches and fits in a pocket
  • Hollow heat-dissipation structure keeps SSD cool under load
  • Plug-and-play works on Windows, Mac, Linux and Android

What This Enclosure Does

The SMUGDESK gray enclosure lets you turn an M.2 solid-state drive into a portable USB-C storage device. It accepts both NVMe M Key and SATA B Key NGFF modules, so one case covers the two common M.2 protocols. The compact textured shell fits in a pocket and requires no external power. It is aimed at office workers, photographers and DIY builders who need fast, driver-free backup on the move.

Check Your Drive and Port First

Confirm your M.2 SSD uses either an M Key or B Key notch before ordering; other key types will not fit. The enclosure connects through a USB 3.1 Type-C cable, so your host must provide a compatible USB-C or USB-A port with an adapter. No driver installation is needed on Windows, macOS, Linux or Android, but the host operating system must support the file system used on the drive.

Heat, Noise and Power in Use

A hollow internal structure acts as a passive heatsink, drawing warmth away from the SSD during long transfers to reduce thermal throttling. With no fan inside, the unit runs silently on a desk or in a bag. Power comes entirely from the host USB port, so there is no separate adapter to carry and the enclosure adds only the drive's own draw to the bus load.

Highlights

  • Dual-protocol chip reads NVMe and SATA M.2 drives
  • USB 3.1 Type-C port delivers fast data transfer
  • Gray textured casing resists scratches and fits in a pocket
  • Hollow heat-dissipation structure keeps SSD cool under load
  • Plug-and-play works on Windows, Mac, Linux and Android

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

Does the enclosure come with an M.2 SSD or must I buy one separately?

The enclosure is sold empty; you need to supply your own NVMe M Key or SATA B Key NGFF M.2 solid state drive.

How do I choose between NVMe M Key and SATA B Key NGFF versions of the M.2 drive?

Match the drive key to your SSD: NVMe M Key for PCIe drives, SATA B Key for SATA drives; the dual-protocol chip handles both.

What does the USB 3.1 Type-C port deliver in actual use?

It provides reversible high-speed data transfer for large files, raw video and backups across Windows, Mac, Linux and Android.

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