ASUS TUF Gaming A2 M.2 NVMe SSD Enclosure, 1-Bay, USB-C, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2, Tool-Free, Black

The ASUS TUF Gaming A2 is an external SSD enclosure designed to house a single M.2 drive for portable data storage. It utilizes a USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 interface through a USB-C connection, facilitating theoretical data transfer rates up to 20 Gbit/s. The internal socket supports both NVMe PCIe and SATA M.2 drives in standard 2242, 2260, and 2280 lengths. This device allows users to repurpose existing SSDs or create high-speed external storage for moving large files between systems.

Constructed with an aluminium body, the enclosure provides passive heat dissipation and physical protection for the installed media. It is built to meet MIL-STD-810H and IP68 standards, offering resistance to water, dust, and physical impact. The unit is USB bus-powered, meaning it draws all necessary power from the host device without requiring an external adapter. It weighs 148 grams and measures 116.22 mm in depth, making it suitable for both desktop and portable applications.

This enclosure supports storage capacities up to 4TB and features a tool-free installation process for the drive. It is compatible with a wide range of operating systems, including Windows 7 through 11 and macOS versions 10.6 to 14.0. The package includes a USB Type-C to USB Type-C cable for connectivity with modern hardware. The device functions as a straightforward plug-and-play solution for expanding storage on PCs, laptops, and compatible gaming consoles.

• USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 interface with 20 Gbit/s transfer speeds
• Support for M.2 NVMe and SATA SSDs in 2242, 2260, and 2280 sizes
• Maximum storage capacity support of 4TB
• Aluminium chassis with IP68 and MIL-STD-810H durability ratings
• USB bus-powered operation via Type-C connection
• Tool-free installation for storage drives
• Compatible with Windows and macOS operating systems