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IHDAPP 2.5" SATA to USB 3.2 Enclosure RGB Black

SKU CH-AR8H-VPH78

A 2.5 inch SATA hard-drive enclosure with USB 3.2 connectivity, RGB lighting and UASP acceleration up to 5Gbps

  • Adapter typeSATA
  • Units per package1
  • Product colorBlack
  • DetailsUSB 3.2 to SATA III Adapter Supports 2.5 in SSD/HDD Box
  • Key featuresThe hard drive enclosure with RGB light. When it is powered
  • Product dimensions131 × 80 × 14 mm
  • RGB lighting shifts from monochrome standby to colourful gradient during data transfer
  • USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface delivers up to 5 Gbps with UASP acceleration
  • Tool-free design fits 2.5 inch SATA SSDs or HDDs from 7 mm to 9.5 mm thick
  • Built-in chip provides over-current, over-voltage and over-heating protection
  • Works with Windows, Mac, Linux, PS4, PS5, TV and laptops

2.5" SATA Enclosure with RGB

This 2.5-inch SATA enclosure converts a SATA SSD or HDD into an external USB 3.2 drive for laptops, desktops, TVs and consoles. It accepts 7 mm and 9.5 mm drives up to 4 TB capacity. The black ABS housing includes an RGB strip that cycles colours during data transfer and shifts to a steady monochrome pattern when idle.

Tool-free install with UASP caveat

The drive slides into the tray without screws and connects via the internal SATA bridge; an EVA foam pad cushions the drive inside the 131 x 80 x 14 mm shell. USB 3.2 Gen 1 delivers up to 5 Gbps, and UASP can raise sustained throughput by roughly 30 percent, but only when both the host controller and the drive firmware support the protocol. Older USB 2.0 or 1.1 ports fall back to legacy speeds automatically.

Steady throughput under load

The onboard controller provides over-current, over-voltage and overheating protection, allowing the enclosure to maintain 5 Gbps signalling during extended copy jobs without thermal throttling. Backward compatibility with USB 2.0 and 1.1 ensures the drive remains accessible on legacy ports, albeit at reduced bandwidth. ABS construction and the internal foam pad keep vibration low during continuous operation.

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Price $11.99
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Specifications

Product
Product colorBlack
Adapter typeSATA
Size & build
Product dimensions131 × 80 × 14 mm
In the box
Units per package1
In the box1 × 2.5 in External Hard Drive Enclosure

Questions about this item

How can I confirm the enclosure is operating correctly once I connect a drive?

The RGB light shows a steady monochrome cycle in standby and shifts to a colourful gradient during data transfer, so the pattern change confirms activity.

What comes in the box and do I need any extra cables or drives?

The package includes one 2.5 inch enclosure measuring 131 x 80 x 14 mm; a 2.5 inch SATA SSD or HDD up to 9.5 mm thick must be supplied separately.

Which drive height should I choose for this 2.5 inch SATA enclosure?

It accepts both 7 mm and 9.5 mm high 2.5 inch SATA drives, so select whichever height matches the drive you already own or plan to buy.

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