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USB 3.0 2.5 inches HDD Enclosure w/ CalDigit PCI-Express Card for Apple Mac & PC


CalDigit SuperSpeed PCIe card & Akitio USB 3.0 2.5


Reqular Price: $129.00
Sale Price: $108.00
Item Number: SK-2500U3-PCI
Manufacturer: Akitio
Manufacturer Part No: SK-2500U3-PCI




USB 3.0 2.5 inches HDD Enclosure w/ CalDigit PCI-Express Card for Apple Mac & PC


Detailed Description

USB 3.0 2.5 inches HDD Enclosure w/ CalDigit PCI-Express Card for Apple Mac & PC

 
 
 
 
 
The CalDigit SuperSpeed PCI Express Card is the first to offer USB 3.0 connectivity to both Mac and PCs with an available PCIe slot. This two-port card enables the use of next generation USB technology, capable of speeds up to 5 Gbps. Originally designed for the CalDigit AV Drive, the SuperSpeed Card now opens the door enabling the use of the latest USB 3.0 devices.

Every CalDigit product is designed with high quality components and the CalDigit SuperSpeed Card is no exception. Utilizing the latest technology, the SuperSpeed Card provides two 5 Gbps USB 3.0 ports on a PCI Express 2.0 card. All components, from the card to the cable, have been tested using a special oscilloscope to ensure optimum performance

While windows users have had access to USB 3.0 drivers for some time, there was never a driver for the Mac. So CalDigit's engineers developed the first USB 3.0 driver for Mac OS X. For the first time, both Mac and PC users are able to take advantage of the superior speeds of USB 3.0.

Why USB 3.0? Simply put, USB 3.0 is fast! With speeds of up to 5 Gbps, it's faster than eSATA and FireWire. USB 3.0 is also backwards compatible with USB 2.0, so you can continue to use all your existing devices. Unlike eSATA, USB 3.0 provides power so devices can be bus powered. USB 3.0 supports video and audio playback much better than USB 2.0.

The CalDigit SuperSpeed Card comes standard with a high quality USB 3.0 cable. The CalDigit SuperSpeed Card only comes with premium cables that have passed CalDigit's rigorous tests.

The CalDigit SuperSpeed Card also provides the ability to provide extra power at the connectors. This is ideal for bus powered devices that demand more power than standard USB ports.


PCIe Card Features:

  • 2 Port USB 3.0 PCIe Card

  • First USB 3.0 Card with Mac Support also works with Windows

  • Backwards Compatible with USB 2.0

  • Supports SuperSpeed Data Transfers up to 5Gbps

  • Extra Power at Connectors

  • High Quality USB 3.0 Cable Included

PCIe Card Tech Specification:

  • Interface: PCI Express 2.0

  • Port: 2 USB 3.0 (backwards compatible with USB 2.0/1.1)

  • Max. Data Transfer Rate: 5.0 Gigabits per Second

  • Min. System Requirements: Intel based MacPro or Windows PC with PCI Express x1 (lane) or higher

The Akitio SK-2500 laptop hard drive enclosure provides a combination of cutting-edge technology, durability, flexibility and portability. The incorporation of the latest USB 3.0 technology provides users with super fast transfer rates up to 10 times faster than USB 2.0. Slim, compact and simple to use, this portable aluminum enclosure is designed for the latest 2.5″ SATA hard drives.

By incorporating USB 3.0 SuperSpeed technology, Akitio’s SK-2500 is able to break the USB 2.0 barrier, delivering up to 10 times the speed of the older USB connection. At the same time, it is still backwards compatible with the widely used USB 2.0 technology.

The rugged USB powered external hard drive with its fast USB 3.0 interface is the best portable data storage device to take with you wherever you go.
 
 
HDD Enclosure Specifications:
Case Material
  • High quality aluminum for optimized heat dissipation
Application
  • 2.5″ SATA-I or SATA-II hard drive (1.5Gb/s or 3.0Gb/s)
  • 20GB - 1TB
  • 9.5mm or 12.5mm
Features
  • USB 3.0 SuperSpeed interface
  • USB 2.0 backwards compatible
  • Designed for 2.5″ hard drives up to 12.5mm
  • Large heatsink for passive cooling
  • Rugged, compact and portable
  • Stackable
  • Fanless
Interface/Ports
  • 1x Mini USB 3.0 SuperSpeed port
Data Transfer
  • USB 3.0 up to 5Gbps (625MB/s) *
  • USB 2.0 up to 480Mbps (60MB/s)
PC Requirements
  • USB 3.0: Windows XP/Vista/7
  • USB 2.0: Windows XP/Vista/7
  • Your hardware device must have the correct corresponding port (e.g. USB 3.0, USB 2.0 or PCI card)
Mac Requirements *
  • USB 2.0: Mac OS 10.2 or later
  • Your hardware device must have the correct corresponding port (e.g. USB 2.0 or PCI card)
Power Supply
  • Bus Power 5V/900mA (host computer has to provide sufficient USB bus power)
  • Optional power supply (DC +5.2V/2A)
Enclosure Size
  • 4.9 in x 3.1 in x 0.9 in
Packing Accessories
  • SK-2500 hard drive enclosure (HDD not included)
  • USB 3.0 cable
  • Quick installation guide

Return Policy:

  • For damaged or defective unit, please contact rma@pc4usa.com within three days from the date of receiving the product.
  • For returns, please fill out the Return Request Form within 15 days from the date of receiving the product.  A 15% restocking fee will be applied and shipping and handling charges are non-refundable.  It will be deducted from the refund.
  • No refunds will be issued after 15 days of receiving the products.

Manufacturer:

Warranty:

  • 1 year manufacturer warranty
  • No warranty for physical damage
  • No warranty for data loss

Note:

  • This item will leave the warehouse within 1 business day of receiving your order.
  • For delivery to Hawaii and Alaska, please contact us at sales@pc4usa.com for additional shipping charge.

 

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