The CRU-DataPort RTX 111-3Q 3.5" SATA Enclosurefrom CRU-DataPort RTX 111-3Q 3.5" SATA Enclosureis a convenient backup system for additional storage. With USB 3.0 (backwards compatible to USB 2.0), eSATA, and FireWire 800 connections, it is designed for increased storage space, data backup, or data transportation. This enclosure's removable carrier allows safe and secure mobility of data and the ability to access it without the need for an Internet connection. Its key lock secures drives during transport.

The enclosure has a high-performance DataPort 10 removable drive carrier. Its all aluminum construction provides protection and cooling, and its connectors can withstand up to 30,000 insertions without failure or degradation of signal quality. The DataPort 10 carrier also features a powered lock.

3.5" SATA Hard Drives Support    1 x Lockable Drive Bay    eSATA and FireWire 800 Connections    USB 3.0 (USB 2.0 Backwards Compatible)    40mm Exhaust Fan    Power and Access LED Indicators    Up to 30,000 Carrier Insertions

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. What is the best (fastest data transfer) way to connect to new Mac mini? Are cables included.

A: USB 3.1 is going to be the fastest connection. All cables are included.

Q: 2. is this the hard disk carrier or frame?

A: This carrier fits in a DX115 SAS/SATA 6 Gb/s frame, which further fits in a 5.25" peripheral bay.

Q: 3. Is it possible to use this device to clone a boot drive? And if so, what software should be used to accomplish it?

A: No it is not intended to be used as such.

Q: 4. Can two separate computers access the files on the RAID at once?

A: No, that would require networked storage.

Q: 5. How easy is it to remove a drive? This is a big problem with some other Sabrent enclosures.

A: The Sabrent 3.5" / 2.5" SATA to USB 3.0 Tool-Free External Drive Enclosure has a simple button to unlock the cover and then slide the drive in.

Q: 6. Does this enclosure have a switch?

A: Yes, the Sabrent 3.5" / 2.5" SATA to USB 3.0 Tool-Free External Drive Enclosure has a physical on/off switch.

Q: 7. With an appropriate sizing adapter for 3.5" drives, will this unit support 2.5" drives, including SSD's?

A: Yes this unit supports SATA 2.5" drives .SATA 3.5" drives and SATA SSDs.

Q: 8. The specs state PC compatible, but OWC tells me that the enclosures are only tested with Mac's, so does this work with a PC running Windows 10?

A: Yes, this is compatible with a PC running Windows 10.

Q: 9. What is the largest capacity drive this unit can handle? Can I use 6 or 8TB drives in each bay?

A: Manufacturer does not specify. You should refer to your operating systems limits.

Q: 10. How does this device compare to the Akitio Thunder 3 RAID Station? 1.) Power delivery for the Akitio device is 27W— what is it for the OWC device? 2.) Have any of the chipsets been changed— from what to what? 3.) Is the OWC RAID controller compatible with drives from the Akitio RAID controller? 4.) Would you recommend an Akitio RAID Station owner buy the OWC Pro Dock— as a second enclosure— or would it make more sense to buy a duplicate Akitio?

A: It is essentially identical, but the firmware is much newer, I would not attempt to swap drives from an Akitio unit to an OWC unit unless you are willing to reformat the disks.