Unitek USB-C NVME/PCIe Enclosure USB 4.0 40Gbps w/Cooling Fan S1242A - Description
Unleash extreme data performance with the Unitek USB-C NVMe/PCIe Enclosure USB 4.0 40Gbps (S1242A). Engineered for demanding tech professionals, video editors, and gamers, this external enclosure transforms your high-speed M.2 NVMe solid-state drive into a portable storage powerhouse capable of reaching blazing transfer rates up to 40Gbps.
Next-Gen USB4 40Gbps Speed
Leveraging USB 4.0 architecture, the Unitek S1242A dramatically cuts down file transfer and backup times. Move 4K and 8K multimedia files, extensive photo libraries, or massive game installations in mere seconds without bottlenecking your NVMe drive.
Active Cooling & Thermal Management
High-performance NVMe SSDs generate substantial heat during intensive read/write operations. To combat thermal throttling and maintain peak sustained speeds, this enclosure features a comprehensive cooling system equipped with a built-in silent cooling fan, thermal pads, and an aluminum housing that rapidly dissipates heat away from critical components.
Key Features
- Blazing 40Gbps Transfer Rate: Fully compatible with USB4, Thunderbolt 3/4, and backward-compatible with USB 3.2/3.1/3.0.
- Built-in Active Fan: Delivers continuous airflow to maintain safe operating temperatures and preserve SSD longevity.
- Premium Aluminum Enclosure: Combines rugged durability with high thermal conductivity.
- Plug and Play Convenience: No driver installation required; supports hot-swapping across Windows, macOS, and Linux.
- LED Status Indicator: Real-time visual feedback for power and active drive status.
Unitek USB-C NVME/PCIe Enclosure USB 4.0 40Gbps w/Cooling Fan S1242A - Specifications
General
- Brand
- UNITEK
- Model
- S1242A
- SKU
- MS-28375
- Product Type
- M.2 NVMe/PCIe SSD Enclosure
Interface & Performance
- Host Connection
- USB-C (USB 4.0)
- Internal Interface
- M.2 M-Key / B+M Key (PCIe NVMe)
- Maximum Data Transfer Rate
- Up to 40Gbps
- Thunderbolt Compatibility
- Compatible with Thunderbolt 3 and Thunderbolt 4
Cooling & Thermal Design
- Cooling Method
- Active Cooling Fan with Passive Aluminum Heat Sink
- Thermal Dissipation
- Aluminum Alloy Housing + Internal Thermal Pad
Drive Compatibility
- Drive Type
- M.2 NVMe PCIe SSD
- Supported Form Factors
- 2280 / 2260 / 2242 / 2230
Features & System Support
- Plug and Play
- Yes
- Hot Swapping
- Supported
- LED Indicator
- Power and Activity Status
- Operating System Support
- Windows, macOS, Linux, Chrome OS