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Black aluminium 2.5 inch SATA drive enclosure with USB C cable

Vantec

Vantec NST-271C31-BK 2.5" SATA USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type C drive enclosure

SKU CH-9ZWV-SPPHE MPN NST-271C31-BK

Aluminium enclosure converts a 2.5" SATA drive to USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C with included cables

  • ColorBlack
  • Size2.5"
  • TypeEnclosure
  • MaterialAluminum
  • Internal InterfaceSATA
  • External InterfaceUSB 3.1
  • USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C delivers 10 Gbps transfer speeds
  • Aluminium body acts as a heatsink to keep 2.5" drives cool
  • Tool-free tray design lets you swap SATA SSD or HDD in seconds
  • Includes both USB-C-to-C and USB-C-to-A cables for any host port
  • Compact 4.90" x 3.25" x 0.80" form factor fits in a laptop bag

Vantec 2.5" SATA USB 3.1 Gen 2 Enclosure

This black aluminium enclosure converts a 2.5 inch SATA SSD or HDD into an external drive. It connects via USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C for up to 10 Gbps transfer rates. The package includes both Type-C to Type-C and Type-C to Type-A cables. It supports Windows 7 through 10 and Mac OS X 10.6 or later.

Who this suits and who it does not

Builders wanting a lightweight, portable case for a 2.5 inch SATA drive will find the aluminium shell aids heat dissipation. Users with 3.5 inch drives or M.2 form-factor devices cannot use this enclosure. Buyers needing hardware encryption or RAID features should look elsewhere.

The deciding specification

The internal interface is SATA only, so the drive installed must be a 2.5 inch SATA SSD, HDD or hybrid model. The external link is USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C, providing 10 Gbps bandwidth when the host port matches. Confirm your drive uses the SATA protocol before purchase.

Highlights

  • USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C delivers 10 Gbps transfer speeds
  • Aluminium body acts as a heatsink to keep 2.5" drives cool
  • Tool-free tray design lets you swap SATA SSD or HDD in seconds
  • Includes both USB-C-to-C and USB-C-to-A cables for any host port
  • Compact 4.90" x 3.25" x 0.80" form factor fits in a laptop bag

Specifications

BrandVANTEC
ModelNST-271C31-BK
ColorBlack
Size2.5"
TypeEnclosure
MaterialAluminum
Internal InterfaceSATA
External InterfaceUSB 3.1
Operating Systems SupportedLatest version of Windows 7, 8, 10 / Mac OS X 10.6 or later
Dimensions4.90" x 3.25" x 0.80"
Weight6.00 oz.
Package ContentsVantec GX 2.5” Hard Drive Enclosure
USB Type-C to Type-C and USB Type-C to Type-A cable
Quick Install Guide
Installation Screws
Shipping weight0.32 kg
Package size180 × 127 × 48 mm

Questions about this item

Which 2.5" SATA drive do I need to supply for the NST-271C31-BK enclosure?

Any 2.5" SATA SSD, HDD or hybrid drive fits inside the aluminum chassis and connects to the internal SATA interface.

Will the USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C enclosure work with my older USB 3.0 Type-A ports?

The included USB Type-C to Type-A cable lets you plug the enclosure into legacy USB 3.0 or 2.0 ports at their native speeds.

How can I confirm the NST-271C31-BK is running at USB 3.1 Gen 2 speed after setup?

Check the drive properties in Windows 7, 8, 10 or Mac OS X 10.6 and later; the link should report a 10 Gbps connection.

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