AXAGON M.2 hard drive enclosure 40 GBit/s EEM2-40G

USB4 external enclosure for high-speed NVMe drives
The fast external AXAGON EEM2-40G ARMORED housing with USB4 interface enables to use the high performance of M.2 NVMe SSD drives with minimum throtting and stable operation. The transfer speed of up to 40 GB/s and the wide compatibility including Thunderbolt interface make it a reliable solution for demanding applications, such as when working with a MacBook. The robust aluminum casing also serves as a passive heat sink and protects the device together with the silicone sleeve during the daily use. A backup of up to 1 TB of data in about 10 minutes, the processing of 4K-video directly from an external drive or the use of an older NVMe SSD as faster portable storage - all this can be done with a single device. A USB-C 40Gbps cable is included in the delivery.

40Gbps speed for data transfer without waiting
Time-consuming copying of large files or the limits of conventional Flash drives can slow your work down considerably. Thanks to the USB 4 port with speeds of up to 40 GB/s, this NMEA housing considerably reduces the data transfer time and allows a smooth working without unnecessary delays. At the heart of the chassis is the superior ASMedia ASM2464PD chipset, which maintains stable speed even under high load and long term use. When using a fast NVMe SSD, up to 1 TB data can be transferred in approximately 10 minutes (depending on the performance of the drive and the host device).

Support for NVMe M.2 drives without capacity limitation
The enclosure is designed for M.2 NVMe SSD drives. It supports 2230, 2242, 2260, and 2280 mm formats in one-sided and double-sided versions, with no capacity limitation (including drives with 4 TB or more capacity). The support of UASP contributes to a more efficient data transfer, while the TRIM-function helps to maintain the performance of the SSD over time. The option to read out S.M.A.R.T. information enables you to monitor the drive status.

No longer worry about compatibility
The uncertainty as to whether an external drive works with your device is a common problem. This USB 4 external housing is backwards compatible with older USB standards and supports Thunderbolt 3, 4 and 5 so that it can be easily connected with modern as well as older devices. Suitable for computers, notebooks and MacBooks with USB-C port, supports Windows, MacOS and Linux. It can also be used with mobile phones and tablets, for example with an iPad. The maximum transmission rate depends on the device in use.

Simply use the drive and start
Opening with a single screw enables quick installation and replacement of the M.2 NVMe SSD drive. The internal design ensures simple insertion and secure hold. Plug & play operation without the necessary driver installation is of course necessary. An ideal solution for fast data transfer between devices as well as for memory extension.

Efficient cooling for stable speed
The aluminum housing and the thought-out thermal design of the housing act as an effective passive heat sink, which discharges the heat from the SSD and helps to maintain a stable power without slowing down by "thermal throbbing". This helps to maintain the temperature of the drive on a safe level even under high load. Passive cooling is characterized by extremely quiet operation, reliability and energy efficiency as compared to active cooling (with fan). The silicone case protects the external housing from impacts, reduces slipping on the desk and enhances the comfort of use.

Complete delivery package for quick start-up
All accessories are included in the delivery for a simple installation and fast start-up, including a 36 cm long USB-C 40Gbps cable, heat conduction pads as well as mounting material with screwdriver for installing the M.2 SSD. It also contains a silicone case for protecting the external housing and an illustrated manual, which guides you step by step through the mounting.

Input:
• USB 40Gbps (USB4), USB-C female connection.
• Compatible with USB 5Gbps, USB 10Gbps, USB 20Gbps, Thunderbolt 3 / 4 / 5.

Device support:
• NVMe SSD drives,
• For M-Key or B+M-Key cards,
• NGFF 75-pin M-Key slot for M.2 drives.

Maximum theoretically supported speeds and compatibility with USB controllers (ports):
• Laptop/PC with USB 40Gbps (USB4) Port: Max. Speed 40 Gbit/sec.
• Laptop/PC with USB 20Gbps (USB 3.2 2x 2nd Gen) Port: Max. Speed 20 Gbit/sec.
• Laptop/PC with USB 10Gbps (USB 3.2 1st Gen 2) Port: Max. Speed 10 Gbit/sec.
• Laptop/PC with USB 5 Gbps (USB 3.2 1st Gen 1 / USB 3.0) Port: Max. Speed 5 Gbit/sec.
• Compatibility with Thunderbolt 3 / 4 / 5 ports: Max. Speed 10 to 40 Gbps, depending on the processor and chipset used.
• The real throughput/transfer rate of the enclosure of around 4000 MB/s (4 GB/s) is given by the limits of the USB 40Gbps interface.

Other properties:
• Support for M-Key or B+M-Key NVMe (PCI Express) M.2 SSD drives without limiting maximum capacity.
• Support for M.2 drives of sizes - 2230, 2242, 2260, 2280 mm.
• Support for both single-sided and double-sided M.2 SSD drives.
• Conforms to the PCI Express Base Specification Revision 4.0 specification.
• Complies with Universal Serial Bus 4 Revision 1.0 specification.
• Complies with NVM Express 1.4c specification.
• Conforms to the USB Mass Storage Class specification.
• Support for BOT (bulk-only transport).
• USB Attached SCSI (UASP) support for faster data transfer under Windows 8 and later.
• Support of TRIM function to reduce the gradual degradation of SSD performance over time.
• Support of S.M.A.R.T. (Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology), a system for monitoring drive health.
• Support for booting SSD in the external chassis.
• Can connect the device while it is running, thanks to Hot Plug support.
• Full support for plug and play.
• Power supply via the USB bus with up to 900 mA from a single USB port is completely sufficient in all cases.
• Discreet LED indicator to signal connection to the computer's USB port (lights permanently) and data transfer (flashes).
• Robust aluminum housing and thermal pad support improved cooling of the M.2 SSD drive.
• A higher surface temperature of the housing is not a defect. Thanks to the metal housing, the heat generated during operation of the drive is better dissipated and delivered to the environment.
ASM2464PD chipset
• USB Type-C male/USB Type-C male cable with a length of 36 cm is included.

Additional information:
• Dimensions of the housing 20 x 104 x 50 mm (H × W × D).
• Weight of the housing 169 g (without cable, without drive, without sleeve).

Ondersteunde besturingssystemen:
• Windows 8.1 / 10 / 11 and later, MacOS, iPadOS, iOS, Linux and Android.
• Compatibility depends on the updated operating system and support provided by the device manufacturer.

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