ORICO Transparent M.2 NVMe M.2 SATA Dual Protocol USB-C SSD Enclosure, 10Gbps

ORICO Transparent M.2 NVMe & M.2 SATA Dual Protocol USB-C SSD Enclosure, 10Gbps

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Dual Protocol M.2 SSD Enclosure for NVMe and SATA Drives

This ORICO M.2 SSD enclosure supports both NVMe and SATA M.2 drives through one Type-C port, so you don’t need two separate enclosures for different SSDs. The RTL9210B controller auto-detects the drive protocol and switches between NVMe and SATA mode without manual config.

• NVMe transfer rate: up to 913MB/s read with a compatible NVMe M.2 SSD
• SATA transfer rate: up to 447MB/s read with a compatible SATA M.2 SSD
• USB interface: USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C, 10Gbps theoretical bandwidth
• Maximum capacity: 2TB M.2 SSD supported

Transparent Design with Built-in Heat Dissipation

The transparent PC shell lets you see the SSD and circuit board inside, with a visible blue aluminium heatsink that draws heat away from the drive during long file transfers. The aluminium fin design spreads surface area to keep your SSD cool when running sequential reads, large backups, or 4K video file copies.

• Outer shell: transparent PC (polycarbonate)
• Heatsink material: blue aluminium alloy
• Form factor: 108mm long x 34mm wide x 11.5mm high, pocket-sized
• Visual style: see-through enclosure shows PCB and SSD installation

RTL9210B Controller with UASP and TRIM

The onboard RTL9210B controller supports UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol) acceleration and TRIM instruction pass-through, which reduces transfer time and lowers SSD write amplification during normal use. UASP reduces CPU load compared to legacy BOT (Bulk-Only Transport), and TRIM keeps your SSD’s write performance stable over time.

• Controller chip: Realtek RTL9210B
• Acceleration: UASP mode enabled
• Command support: TRIM pass-through for SSD longevity
• Reliability: stable sustained transfer with reduced SSD wear

Sliding Cover Installation, Tool-Free Access

Open the case by sliding the cover, insert your M.2 SSD, secure the screw, and slide the cover back on. No external tools or drivers needed. The enclosure works with Windows, Mac, and Linux straight out of the box via plug and play.

• Installation method: sliding cover plus single screw
• Supported OS: Windows / macOS / Linux
• Driver required: none (driverless plug and play)
• Output connector: USB 3.1 Type-C

Portable External Storage for Laptops and Desktops

Use this 10Gbps M.2 enclosure as a fast external SSD for laptop backups, large project file transfers between workstations, video editing scratch disks, or to repurpose an old M.2 SSD as portable storage. The compact 108mm shell slips into a laptop bag side pocket.

• Use case 1: external SSD for laptop file backups
• Use case 2: large project transfer between work and home
• Use case 3: video editing scratch disk over USB-C
• Use case 4: repurpose retired M.2 SSD as portable drive

Frequently Asked Questions

• Which M.2 SSD sizes does this enclosure support?The Orico TCM2M-C3 enclosure supports M.2 NVMe and SATA SSDs with M key or B+M key, up to 2TB capacity. Standard M.2 2280 size drives fit the internal slot.
• Do I need a driver to use this enclosure?No. The enclosure is plug and play on Windows, macOS, and Linux. No drivers or software installation required.
• What is the real-world transfer speed?With a USB 3.1 Gen 2 host port, NVMe SSDs reach up to 913MB/s read and SATA SSDs reach up to 447MB/s read. Speed depends on your SSD model and host port type.
• Does this work with Thunderbolt 3 or USB 4 ports?Yes. The enclosure is backward compatible with USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5Gbps) and forward compatible with Thunderbolt 3 and USB 4 ports. Speed will be limited by the slowest link in the chain.
• Is the aluminium heatsink enough to keep the SSD cool?The blue aluminium heatsink helps draw heat away from the M.2 SSD during sustained transfers. For long continuous reads or writes above 50GB, expect warm operation but no thermal throttling under normal use.
• Will my existing M.2 SSD from a laptop work in this enclosure?The enclosure supports standard M.2 NVMe and SATA SSDs up to 2TB capacity. Most M.2 SSDs removed from laptops are compatible. Check the M.2 key type (M key or B+M key) on your SSD before installing.

Specifications

• Brand: Orico
• Model: M.2 NVMe & M.2 SATA Dual Protocol
• MPN: ORICO-TCM2M-C3-BL-BP
• Material: Transparent PC + Aluminium Alloy
• Colour: Blue
• Output Interface: USB 3.1 Type-C
• Controller: RTL9210B
• Transfer Rate: 10Gbps (USB 3.1 Gen 2)
• Dimensions: 108mm (L) x 34mm (W) x 11.5mm (H)
• Maximum Capacity: 2TB
• Installation: Sliding cover + screwing
• Supported Systems: Windows / Mac / Linux
• Warranty: 12 months

Package Includes

• 1 x Orico M.2 NVMe & SATA SSD Enclosure (Blue)
• 1 x USB-C to USB-A / USB-C cable
• 1 x Screwdriver and screws
• 1 x User manual

Product Images

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