StarTech.com M2E4BTB3 4-Bay Thunderbolt 3 NVMe SSD Enclosure with DisplayPort Output

StarTech.com 4 Bay Thunderbolt 3 NVMe Enclosure, For M.2 NVMe SSD Drives, 1x DisplayPort Video and 2x TB3 Downstream Ports, 40Gbps

The StarTech.com M2E4BTB3 Thunderbolt 3 NVMe SSD enclosure transforms your high-performance M.2 PCIe solid state drives into a versatile external storage solution. Capable of housing up to four 80mm M-Key NVMe or AHCI SSDs, this enclosure offers combined data transfer speeds of up to 40Gbps via Thunderbolt 3, making it ideal for creative professionals, video editors, and data-intensive workflows. Its vented metal construction, thermal pads, and integrated cooling fan ensure optimal operating temperatures, prolonging drive lifespan and maintaining peak performance. The enclosure's self-powered design includes a 72W EPS power supply that not only powers the connected drives but also provides up to 15W of power to downstream Thunderbolt 3 devices, enhancing workspace flexibility. Its dedicated 8Gbps PCIe lane for each drive guarantees consistent read/write speeds across all connected SSDs, regardless of individual activity. Supporting software RAID configurations such as Storage Spaces on Windows, RAID Assistant on macOS, and mdraid/mdadm on Linux, this enclosure provides flexible data management options tailored to various professional needs. The included 2.3-foot Thunderbolt 3 cable ensures seamless connection to your Thunderbolt 3 or Thunderbolt 4 host device, such as MacBook Pro, Lenovo ThinkPad, Dell XPS, or HP EliteBook. Its multiple port options include a DisplayPort output capable of supporting 4K resolution at 60Hz and a downstream Thunderbolt 3 port for daisy chaining additional devices or displays up to 5K at 60Hz, offering expanded workspace capabilities. This Thunderbolt-certified enclosure guarantees compatibility and performance with TB3 and TB4 devices, ensuring reliable operation across a wide range of systems. Backed by a 2-year warranty and lifetime multilingual technical support, the M2E4BTB3 is built for durability and professional use. Constructed from durable metal, it combines high performance with a sleek black finish, making it an ideal addition to professional and creative workstations requiring fast, reliable external storage and display options. Whether managing large multimedia files or expanding your workspace, this enclosure provides a robust, versatile solution designed for demanding environments.

Features:

• High-performance Thunderbolt 3 connection enabling data transfer speeds up to 40Gbps for four M.2 SSDs

• Supports up to four 80mm M-Key PCIe NVMe or AHCI SSDs, with a dedicated 8Gbps PCIe lane for each drive

• Built-in thermal pads and cooling fan maintain optimal operating temperatures for sustained performance

• Includes a 72W EPS power supply that powers drives and supplies up to 15W to downstream Thunderbolt 3 devices

• Flexible port options include DisplayPort output supporting 4K 60Hz resolution and a downstream Thunderbolt 3 port for daisy chaining devices or displays up to 5K 60Hz

• Thunderbolt Certified for compatibility with TB3 and TB4 host devices such as MacBook Pro, Lenovo ThinkPad, Dell XPS, and HP EliteBook

• Supports software RAID configurations including Storage Spaces (Microsoft), RAID Assistant (macOS), and mdraid/mdadm (Linux)

• Vented metal enclosure with thermal management features ensures reliable operation during intensive workloads

• Backed by a 2-year warranty with lifetime technical support, designed for professional and demanding environments