USB4 40Gbps M.2 NVMe SSD Enclosure
Turn a compatible M.2 NVMe SSD into high-speed portable USB-C storage with a fanless aluminium USB4 enclosure delivering up to 40Gbps and read/write performance up to 3,800MB/s.
Key features
Up to 40Gbps USB4 performance
Connect compatible M.2 NVMe media to USB4 or Thunderbolt hosts for demanding transfer, imaging, backup and recovery workflows.
Supports four M.2 drive lengths
Accepts 2230, 2242, 2260 and 2280 M-Key or B+M-Key PCIe NVMe SSDs, including compatible PCIe Gen 4 drives.
Passive aluminium cooling
The rugged heatsink-style aluminium housing and pre-installed thermal pad dissipate heat without an active fan.
Driverless USB-C operation
Works without software across supported USB4, Thunderbolt 5/4/3 and USB 10Gbps hosts using the included USB4 cable.
What to know
Portable storage for professional workflows
Use an installed NVMe SSD for high-volume media transfers, secure backups, drive upgrades, operating-system imaging, data recovery and disk-management tasks.
Broad host and drive compatibility
The enclosure connects through USB-C and supports USB4, Thunderbolt 5/4/3 and USB 10Gbps hosts. It accepts compatible M.2 PCIe NVMe drives but does not support M.2 SATA SSDs.
Australian version with official StarTech.com warranty
2-Year manufacturer warranty
This is the Australian version supplied by DeviceDeal and is covered by a two-year official StarTech.com manufacturer warranty in Australia. Keep your DeviceDeal invoice as proof of purchase. Warranty coverage and claims are subject to StarTech.com warranty terms and product assessment.
StarTech 1USB4-NVME-ENCLOSURE FAQ
Which SSDs fit the 1USB4-NVME-ENCLOSURE?
It accepts compatible 2230, 2242, 2260 and 2280 M.2 PCIe NVMe SSDs using M-Key or B+M-Key connectors.
Does it support M.2 SATA SSDs?
No. This enclosure is for PCIe NVMe SSDs; M.2 SATA drives are not supported.
What is the maximum connection speed?
The USB4 interface supports up to 40Gbps, with listed read/write performance up to 3,800MB/s under compatible conditions.
Does it work with Thunderbolt computers?
Yes. StarTech lists compatibility with USB4, Thunderbolt 5, Thunderbolt 4, Thunderbolt 3 and USB 10Gbps USB-C hosts.
Does it require drivers?
No. The supplied specifications identify it as OS independent with no software or driver installation required.
How is the SSD cooled?
The fanless aluminium enclosure uses a heatsink-style cover and pre-installed thermal pad for passive heat dissipation.
Is an SSD included?
No. The package includes the enclosure, thermal pad, USB4 cable, Phillips screwdriver and documentation; the NVMe SSD is purchased separately.
What warranty covers the 1USB4-NVME-ENCLOSURE?
This Australian-version product is covered by a two-year official StarTech.com manufacturer warranty in Australia. Keep the DeviceDeal invoice as proof of purchase; claims remain subject to StarTech.com terms and assessment.
