The Netac WH51 is an external enclosure for an M.2 SSD, suited to anyone who wants to use a compatible drive as portable storage or connect it to a computer for transferring files. It supports both NVMe and SATA M.2 drives, so it can serve with either drive protocol.

Its USB 3.1 Type-C connection supports transfer speeds of up to 10Gbps. The enclosure is designed for tool-free installation: fit the drive in the slot and close the cover before connecting it. UASP acceleration and TRIM support help maintain drive performance, while the aluminium alloy shell is treated for wear and corrosion resistance. The slim enclosure can also be used to boot programmes from a compatible drive.

Key features

• Supports both NVMe and SATA M.2 SSD protocols.
• Fits M.2 drive lengths 2280, 2260, 2242 and 2230.
• USB 3.1 Type-C interface with transfer speeds up to 10Gbps.
• Tool-free drive installation makes fitting a compatible SSD straightforward.
• UASP acceleration and TRIM instruction support.
• Aluminium alloy shell with anodic oxidation treatment for wear and corrosion resistance.
• Includes USB Type-C to Type-C and USB Type-C to USB-A cables for connecting to compatible ports.

Compatibility

The WH51 is compatible with Windows, Mac OS and Linux, and supports M.2 NVMe and SATA SSDs in the listed lengths. The host device needs a suitable USB connection; the enclosure uses USB Type-C. Good to know: an M.2 SSD is required and is not included, so check both its protocol and length before buying.

In the box

• Netac WH51
• USB Type-C to USB Type-C cable
• USB Type-C to USB-A cable

Specifications

For portable storage from an existing M.2 drive, the WH51 combines broad drive compatibility, convenient installation and a fast USB connection in a compact aluminium enclosure.