StarTech.com M.2 NVMe to USB4 Enclosure, External Enclosure for NVMe SSD to USB-C / Thunderbolt up to 40Gbps, Aluminum Case with Heatsink, B+M / M-KeyAccess Ultrafast NVMe Memory via USB4 at 40Gbps with Thunderbolt 5 Compatibility Transform your M.2 NVMe PCIe SSD into a fast, portable USB-C external storage solution. This NVMe enclosure supports USB4 (40Gbps), ensuring read/write speeds up to 3,800 MB/s. Ideal for users who manage large media files, manage data between devices, or perform operating system imaging, data recovery, and disk management. Versatile USB-C and Thunderbolt support Designed for current and next-generation storage technologies, this USB Type C enclosure can connect M-Key or B+M Key (2230/2242/2260/2280) M.2 NVMe SSDs to USB4, Thunderbolt 5 / 4 / 3 or USB 3.2 hosts. It supports PCIe Gen 4x4 NVMe drives and provides native, driver-free compatibility with Windows, macOS and Linux. The perfect compatibility with USB-C and Thunderbolt systems makes it ideal for fast backups and high-flow data transfers. Effective Thermal Dissipation The anodized aluminum case features a heatsink-style cover design with a high-efficiency thermal pad to allow for passive cooling during sustained workloads. The absence of fans allows for silent operation, maintaining a constant transfer speed during intensive tasks such as disk imaging or data acquisition. Compact and Resistant The small size of the USB4 NVMe enclosure makes it easily portable in a technician's toolkit or laptop bag. The durable aluminum enclosure not only aids heat dissipation, but also protects the SSD from physical damage during transportation or use in harsh environments.