NexStar® HX, 3.5" SATA III Hard Drive Enclosure USB 3.0 With Fan
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About this product
The NexStar HX is a 3.5" SATA III Hard Drive Enclosure from Vantec, designed to house a single 3.5-inch drive. This black enclosure connects via USB 3.0, providing fast data transfer rates for SATA I/II/III compatible drives. A notable feature is its integrated fan, which helps maintain optimal operating temperatures for the enclosed hard drive. This model (NST-387S3-BK) offers a straightforward solution for converting an internal 3.5" SATA drive into an external USB 3.0 storage device.
Our take
If you have a spare 3.5-inch SATA drive lying around, the NexStar HX enclosure is a practical way to give it a new life as an external USB 3.0 drive. The SATA III compatibility means it can handle modern drives efficiently, and the USB 3.0 interface ensures respectable transfer speeds. I particularly appreciate the integrated fan, which is a smart addition for a 3.5" enclosure, as these drives can generate a fair bit of heat, helping with longevity. It's a straightforward, functional enclosure for expanding storage using existing components.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Integrated fan for cooling
- Supports 3.5" SATA I/II/III drives
- Fast USB 3.0 connectivity
- Converts internal drive to external
Cons
- Only fits 3.5" drives
Specifications
- Country of Origin China
- Custom Bundle No
- Interface SATA I/II/III
- California Prop 65 Warning This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to P65Warnings.ca.gov.
- Type Case/Enclosure
- Model NST-387S3-BK
Show all 14 specifications
- Modified Item
- No
- To Fit
- 3.5" Drive
- Non-Domestic Product
- No
- Color
- Black
- Compatible Drive Size
- 3.5 in Drive
- MPN
- NST-387S3-BK
- Brand
- Vantec
- UPC
- 844767023021
