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product_id: 216274234
title: "6Gbps 2.5 Inch Hard Drive Enclosure, USB C 3.1 External HDD Case | UASP Supported, Compatible with 2.5 Inch SATA SSD HDD up to 10TB, Crucial MX500 EVO 870, Driver-free on PC Laptop MacBook PS4"
brand: "ugreen"
price: "R641"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Ugreen"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/216274234-6gbps-2-5-inch-hard-drive-enclosure-usb-c-3
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
---

# 6Gbps USB 3.1 Gen 2 speed Tool-free, driver-free plug & play Dual-side foam shock protection 6Gbps 2.5 Inch Hard Drive Enclosure, USB C 3.1 External HDD Case | UASP Supported, Compatible with 2.5 Inch SATA SSD HDD up to 10TB, Crucial MX500 EVO 870, Driver-free on PC Laptop MacBook PS4

**Brand:** ugreen
**Price:** R641
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚀 Protect, Power, Perform — Your SSD’s sleek new home awaits!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** 6Gbps 2.5 Inch Hard Drive Enclosure, USB C 3.1 External HDD Case | UASP Supported, Compatible with 2.5 Inch SATA SSD HDD up to 10TB, Crucial MX500 EVO 870, Driver-free on PC Laptop MacBook PS4 by ugreen
- **How much does it cost?** R641 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/216274234-6gbps-2-5-inch-hard-drive-enclosure-usb-c-3)

## Best For

- ugreen enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted ugreen brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Effortless Setup:** No tools, no drivers—just slide your drive in, snap the enclosure closed, and connect via USB-C for instant compatibility across PC, Mac, and consoles.
- • **Smart Power Saving:** Automatic sleep mode kicks in after 3 minutes of inactivity, extending your drive’s lifespan and saving energy.
- • **Blazing Fast Transfers:** Experience lightning-quick 6Gbps data speeds with USB 3.1 Gen 2 and UASP support—boost your workflow without bottlenecks.
- • **Ultimate Drive Protection:** Soft foam padding cushions your 2.5" SATA SSD/HDD from shocks and knocks, keeping your data safe on the move.
- • **Real-Time Drive Monitoring:** Built-in SMART function lets you track your hard drive’s health directly from your computer—stay ahead of potential issues.

## Overview

The UGREEN 2.5 Inch Hard Drive Enclosure combines robust ABS construction with dual-side foam padding to safeguard your SATA SSD or HDD up to 10TB. Featuring USB 3.1 Gen 2 with UASP protocol, it delivers blazing 6Gbps transfer speeds, accelerating read/write performance by up to 70% and 40%. Its tool-free, driver-free design ensures instant plug-and-play compatibility across Windows, Mac, Linux, and gaming consoles. Smart power management and real-time SMART monitoring make it a reliable, high-performance external storage solution for professionals on the go.

## Description

Product Description Guarder of Your SATA HHD SSD Plug & Play Built for Win Backup Precious Memories The SSD Enclosure USB C is drive free for Windows 11 / 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7 / Vista / XP, Mac OS, Linux, Chrome OS. Similar Products from UGREEN 2.5" Hard Drive Enclosure 3.5" Hard Drive Enclosure 2-Bay SSD/HDD Enclosure

Review: Good enclosure, no faults - Very easy to use, works well on MacOS. It’s a SATA enclosure, so as fast as can be expected. Cable is actually quite nice. Feels a bit light and plasticky (because it is) but strong enough for what it needs to be.
Review: Nice little enclosure - Fantastic little enclosure for a 2.5 SATA HDD. the enclosure is a slide-and-snap type and mounting the drive to the USB card is incredibly easy, you literally just slot the drive in, slot the enclosure over the drive and you're good to go. There's no drive activity light on this however depending on the hard drive you've mounted you'll likely hear it when it's on the go as there's not much in the way of muffling, in spite of that the enclosure performs amicably with no bottlenecks. It can get a little toasty if you're doing a lot of read/writes but that doesn't seem like enough to damage the drive. The enclosure looks nice too! see pics and video.

## Features

- Full Protection: The solid hard drive case features soft foam on both sides to protect the connected SATA hard drives from knock and shock.
- Blazing Speed: With USB 3.1 Gen 2 and UASP Protocol, UGREEN External Hard Drive Enclosure delivers data transfer speeds up to 6Gbps. Reading and writing speeds are accelerated by 70% and 40% respectively.
- Easy to Install: The SATA Hard Drive Enclosure features tool-free and driver-free installation. Just slide off the cover and put your disk in the case, connect to the PC and work instantly.
- Enhanced Performance: This 2.5 SSD Caddy would automatically turn into Sleep Mode without operation in 3 mins, effectively saving power and decreasing wear and tear of your disk.
- Ingenious Design: UGREEN SSD Enclosure Case features a SMART function, allowing you to learn the status of your hard disk on the computer easily, aiming for your convenience.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0851B6TCC |
| Best Sellers Rank | 1,581 in Computers & Accessories ( See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories ) 6 in Enclosures |
| Box Contents | 1 x USB C to SATA External Hard Drive Enclosure 1 x USB C Cable 1 x User Manual |
| Brand | UGREEN |
| Brand Name | UGREEN |
| Colour | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Television |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 7,524 Reviews |
| Data Transfer Rate | 6 Gigabits Per Second |
| Enclosure Material | Acrylonitrile butadiène styrène (ABS) |
| Hardware Interface | USB 3.1 Type C |
| Hardware Platform | Universal |
| Hardware interface | USB 3.1 Type C |
| Hardware platform | Universal |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 13.4L x 8.2W x 1.6H centimetres |
| Item Weight | 0.13 Kilograms |
| Manufacturer | Ugreen Group Limited |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 80556 |
| Material | Acrylonitrile butadiène styrène (ABS) |
| Memory Storage Capacity | 6 TB |
| Model Number | 80556 |
| Product dimensions | 13.4L x 8.2W x 1.6H centimetres |
| Supported Devices Quantity | 1 |
| The Standard Size of the Hard Drive or the Bay the Hard Drive Is Compatible With (in inches) | 2.5 Inches |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** UGREEN
- **Colour:** Black
- **Hardware interface:** USB 3.1 Type C
- **Hardware platform:** Universal
- **Product dimensions:** 13.4L x 8.2W x 1.6H centimetres

## Images

![6Gbps 2.5 Inch Hard Drive Enclosure, USB C 3.1 External HDD Case | UASP Supported, Compatible with 2.5 Inch SATA SSD HDD up to 10TB, Crucial MX500 EVO 870, Driver-free on PC Laptop MacBook PS4 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61Wh-Ru7mnL.jpg)
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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is the boosted read speed with usap sustained or does it drop after a certain time? i want to use the drive to play back 4k files for video editing.**
A: Speed is not as stated. I have found it to be same as the cheaper sabrent enclosure.

**Q: Is it possible to use a usb-c to a cable instead of the one provided?**
A: Hi,
Thanks for contacting us.
Yes, other USB C cables could work with this USB C Hard Drive Enclosure.
Note: Since the speed of data transmission will also be affected by the cable, a USB 3.1/3.0 cable could be a better performance.
Hope it helps.

**Q: I am only getting transfer rates of between 6mb/s - 70mb/s so takes an age to transfer. have crucial mx500 ssd installed**
A: Hi,
Please check if you use the cable included in the package of 2.5" Hard Drive Enclosure? Is the USB port you connect this enclosure to 2.0 or 3.0? Besides, please test the item with another PC to see if the same problem exists.
Hope it helps.

**Q: Can auto sleep feature be disabled please?**
A: Yes. in the prefs

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good enclosure, no faults
*by P***Z on 8 March 2026*

Very easy to use, works well on MacOS. It’s a SATA enclosure, so as fast as can be expected. Cable is actually quite nice. Feels a bit light and plasticky (because it is) but strong enough for what it needs to be.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nice little enclosure
*by C***S on 28 March 2025*

Fantastic little enclosure for a 2.5 SATA HDD. the enclosure is a slide-and-snap type and mounting the drive to the USB card is incredibly easy, you literally just slot the drive in, slot the enclosure over the drive and you're good to go. There's no drive activity light on this however depending on the hard drive you've mounted you'll likely hear it when it's on the go as there's not much in the way of muffling, in spite of that the enclosure performs amicably with no bottlenecks. It can get a little toasty if you're doing a lot of read/writes but that doesn't seem like enough to damage the drive. The enclosure looks nice too! see pics and video.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great value for money and works perfectly with my SSD
*by L***D on 29 May 2026*

I bought this UGREEN enclosure to repurpose an old SSD and it's been brilliant. Setting it up was simple, just popped the drive in, closed the case and then plugged it into my laptop via USB-C. It worked straightaway without any drivers or software to install. My Mac recognised it immediately as a usable drive. Transfer speeds have been great. I haven't noticed any slowness when transferring large files, everything feels smooth. The build quality feels solid and reliable, at a very good price. It’s compact and lightweight, which makes it perfect for putting in a bag without adding extra bulk. Highly recommend if you're looking for a hard drive enclosure.

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*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-07-24*