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Black aluminium and plastic 3.5 inch SATA drive enclosure with stand

Vantec

Vantec NST-328S3-BK 3.5" SATA USB 3.0 drive enclosure

SKU CH-2MH6-BQY65 MPN NST-328S3-BK

Converts a 3.5" SATA drive into a USB 3.0 external enclosure with aluminium housing, UASP support and up to 16 TB capacity

  • ColorBlack
  • Size3.5"
  • TypeEnclosure
  • MaterialAluminum / Plastic
  • Internal InterfaceSATA
  • External InterfaceUSB Type B
  • Supports drives up to 16TB for massive storage
  • USB 3.0 delivers up to 5Gbps transfer speed
  • Aluminium casing improves heat dissipation and durability
  • Tool-free plug-and-play setup with no drivers required
  • Includes 800mm cable, power supply and stand

3.5" SATA USB 3.0 enclosure

The Vantec NST-328S3-BK converts an internal 3.5" SATA hard drive or SSD into an external USB storage device. It accepts drives up to 16TB and connects via USB Type B. The aluminum and plastic housing includes a stand for stable desktop placement. No driver installation is required on supported Windows and OS X systems.

Upgrade from USB 2.0 enclosures

This unit replaces older USB 2.0 or 1.1 enclosures by adding SuperSpeed USB 3.0 transfer rates up to 5Gbps. The jump is worthwhile when moving large media libraries or system backups where the higher bandwidth reduces wait time. UASP support further improves throughput on compatible hosts. It remains backward compatible with legacy USB ports.

Up to 16TB capacity headroom

The enclosure handles high-capacity 3.5" SATA III, II or I drives comfortably for bulk storage and archival tasks. It draws power from the included external supply, so the host port is not burdened. The 800mm cable limits placement distance from the computer. Builders needing 2.5" drive support or multiple bays should look elsewhere.

Highlights

  • Supports drives up to 16TB for massive storage
  • USB 3.0 delivers up to 5Gbps transfer speed
  • Aluminium casing improves heat dissipation and durability
  • Tool-free plug-and-play setup with no drivers required
  • Includes 800mm cable, power supply and stand

Specifications

BrandVANTEC
SeriesNexStar TX
ModelNST-328S3-BK
ColorBlack
Size3.5"
TypeEnclosure
MaterialAluminum / Plastic
Internal InterfaceSATA
External InterfaceUSB Type B
Maximum Capacity (per Bay)Up to 16TB
SpecificationsDevice Support: SATA I/II/III SSD or Hard Drive
Interface Cable: USB Type A to Type B
USB Cable Length: 800mm
Operating Systems SupportedMicrosoft Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, 8.1, 10, 11
OS X 10.6 or greater
FeaturesSuperSpeed USB 3.0 transfer rates of up to 5Gbps, backward compatible with USB 2.0/1.1
Support High performance SATA 6 Gbps interface - Twice the interface speed with backwards compatibility to legacy SATA standards SATA I/II
Converts 3.5'' SATA HDD/SSD into an external hard drive for ultimate mobility and convenience
Lightweight, sleek and compact aluminum design
Adopt UASP to enhance maximum performance for latest Windows OS
No Drivers Needed (NDN) for Windows OS and OSX
Clear LED Activity Indicato
Dimensions4.50" x 8.00" x 1.20"
Weight6.60 oz.
Package ContentsVantec TX 3.5" Hard Drive Enclosure
USB 3.0 cable (USB 2.0 compatible)
External power supply
Enclosure Stand
Quick Install Guide
Installation Screws, Screw driver
Shipping weight0.59 kg
Package size229 × 132 × 89 mm

Questions about this item

Does the 3.5" enclosure include a stand for stable desktop placement?

Yes, an enclosure stand is included in the package contents to provide stability on a desk.

How is the SATA drive secured inside the NST-328S3-BK enclosure?

Insert the 3.5" SATA drive into the internal connector and fasten it using the supplied installation screws and screwdriver.

Will the external power supply need replacement if used continuously?

The included external power supply is rated for the enclosure's operation; replace it only if it fails or shows signs of wear.

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