--- product_id: 48645189 title: "Iodd Iodd2531 - USB3.0 - HDD - SSD - Virtual CD-ROM - Enclosures - made in Korea (1 Unit / lot)" brand: "iodd" price: "₱534" currency: PHP in_stock: false reviews_count: 4 url: https://www.desertcart.ph/products/48645189-iodd-iodd2531-usb3-0-hdd-ssd-virtual-cd-rom-enclosures store_origin: PH region: Philippines --- # USB 3.0 blazing fast transfer Bootable virtual CD-ROM support Aluminum body shock & heat resistant Iodd Iodd2531 - USB3.0 - HDD - SSD - Virtual CD-ROM - Enclosures - made in Korea (1 Unit / lot) **Brand:** iodd **Price:** ₱534 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > 💼 Elevate your storage game with the ultimate pro-grade enclosure! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Iodd Iodd2531 - USB3.0 - HDD - SSD - Virtual CD-ROM - Enclosures - made in Korea (1 Unit / lot) by iodd - **How much does it cost?** ₱534 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ph](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/48645189-iodd-iodd2531-usb3-0-hdd-ssd-virtual-cd-rom-enclosures) ## Best For - iodd enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted iodd brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Blazing USB 3.0 Speed:** Experience lightning-fast data transfers that keep your workflow seamless and efficient. - • **Robust Aluminum Build:** Sleek, durable design protects your drive from shocks and dissipates heat like a pro. - • **Smart Power Management:** Auto sleep and safe removal features ensure your data stays secure and your device lasts longer. - • **Boot from ISO Instantly:** Turn any ISO into a virtual CD-ROM and boot directly—perfect for IT pros and power users. - • **Versatile OS Compatibility:** Works flawlessly across Windows, Mac, and Linux for ultimate flexibility. ## Overview The Iodd Iodd2531 is a sleek, 2.5-inch hybrid HDD/SSD enclosure featuring USB 3.0 for ultra-fast data transfer. Crafted with a full aluminum body, it offers superior shock and heat resistance. It supports bootable virtual CD-ROMs from ISO files, making it ideal for professionals needing versatile, cross-platform storage solutions with smart power management. ## Description Widows To Go - you can boot Win2Go, Linux, Mac OS from HDD or VHD. Bootable Virtual ODD - Recognized as physical CD DVD Blu-ray ROM. Bootable Virtual HDD - Recognized as physical HDD or Removable drive from VHD or VMDK. you can use maximum 4 virtual drives(At the same time, you can also use write protection function). VHD Tool++ is Dedicated programs for virtual HDD(you can download, see readme file from above link). Bootable Virtual FDD - Recognized as physical FDD, but old computers don't work. AutoSleep - automatically (after 10 minutes of non use). Write Blocker - Enable or Disable Write Protection. Safely Removal - Hot key can Spin Down HDD. SuperSpeed USB 3.0 (up to 10x as fast as USB 2.0). ## Features - Manual(Not included in Box) and Firmware download: iodd.kr/wordpress/product/iodd-2531/ - Recognized as Bootable ODD (DVD, Blu-ray Rom), for booting by selecting a ISO file. - Write protect Blocker/Win To Go/Auto Sleep/Safely Removal/Firmware Updater - VHD - virtual hard disk image to physical drive - The whole aluminum-body design is elegant and effective against external shock and radiant heat of HDD. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Brand | IODD | | Product Dimensions | 13.5 x 7.86 x 1.31 cm; 95 g | | Item model number | IODD-2531 | | Manufacturer | iodd co.,ltd. | | Series | IODD 2531 | | Colour | black | | Form Factor | 2.5-inch | | Hard Drive Size | 1000 GB | | Hard Disk Description | Hybrid Drive | | Hard Drive Interface | USB 3.0 | | Hardware Platform | Mac | | Operating System | Windows 8,LInux,Mac | | Are Batteries Included | No | | Item Weight | 95 g | | Guaranteed software updates until | unknown | ## Product Details - **Digital storage capacity:** 1000 GB - **Hard disk interface:** USB 3.0 - **Connectivity technology:** USB - **Brand:** IODD - **Special feature:** shock_resistant - **Hard disk form factor:** 2.5 Inches - **Hard disk description:** Hybrid Drive - **Compatible devices:** Desktop - **Installation type:** External Hard Drive - **Colour:** black ## Images ![Iodd Iodd2531 - USB3.0 - HDD - SSD - Virtual CD-ROM - Enclosures - made in Korea (1 Unit / lot) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51VSXzSw+yL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size Name** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: On the 2531, how do i get the list of isos to show up to be selected for virtualize ?** A: 1. Initialize drive as MBR.2. Format the first partition as NTFS or FAT32 or EXFAT. (There are two kinds of firmware, one for NTFS, the other for FAT32 and EXFAT)3. Make '_iso' folder in root dir on first partition.4. Copy *.iso or folder tree to the '_iso' folder.5. Do safely removal. (essential)6. Replug USB. **Q: Is there a file limit like the ve-350 has?** A: I don't know ve-350. IODD-2531 supports unlimited folder tree. (as http://en.iodd.kr/wiki/index.php/IODD-2531#Basic_function ).but the 32 files limit in a folder exists. **Q: Is it possible to plug this in a win 10 pc and only have it be detected as a cd rom drive as opposed to windows detecting a storage volume & /cd rom?** A: Yes, if you hold the jog switch Up while you plug it in, it will be connected in CD only mode. I use this to keep myself from wiping the drive during Windows installs. LOL The jog switch and function button make it really easy to choose options when plugging in. **Q: Will this device boot under uefi?** A: I use it for bootable images on UEFI computers. You have to configure the BIOS to boot from an external optical drive of course, which means you have to be able to get to the UEFI settings screen. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very useful drive - use to boot from or install from *by K***S on 24 July 2017* Now that the new? (announced in 2017 on Kickstarter) Iodd mini is available I am going to upgrade to that - the fifth version that I have purchased - first two died after much use - one stopped and the half the screen died on secondSeveral years on and still good - use a larger SSD now as store so many ISO's (several versions of Win10 - new ver every 6 months - 1803, 1809, 1903)Want to buy another as spare but price has gone up by 40%Originally has 1st gen Iodd - then Zalman now 3rd gen Iodd - first Iodd died after several years - 2nd was Zalman - the screen broke so could not see what to selectUpgrade from old ioddSo much easier nowJust fit a drive (I used a 250GB SSD) format drive for NTFS and create folder _iso put ISO images in here - I have CD DVD and BluRay images on minePlug into Windows PC and useI have loaded Windows onto a blank drive with this and used drivers update software along with off-line updater program - all working with no Internet connectionI have had one of these for years - very useful piece of kitThe only problem I had with my old one was that it stopped working after several years of hard work and abuse - it was being held together with tape - copied data from old mechanical HDD to new SSDEdit - 4th May - I still use this on a regular basis - not every day but several times a week - use it as external HDD or a DVD driveI have fixed various Windows laptops and PCs - boot from Windows DVD to reload a clean copy of Windows - off-line updater for Windows updates and fix missing drivers - If I need to I can make the HDD read-only so that it is protected against virus etcIt is a very usefull tool to have - some years ago I had to use a wallet with lots of DVDs in it to carry around - this is smaller and lighter ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ New Name, Looks like a Zalman Replacement - Same as a Zalman! *by P***B on 2 April 2021* I have the Zalman ZM-VE300 and the ZM-VE200 before that. The jog wheel failed on the 200 and now the USB 3 connector is intermittent on the 300. Both were incredibly useful devices if you need the ability mount or boot any device from DVD (install operating system, disk tools etc) and to be able to add an ISO image to the device, limited only by the size of the standard 2.5" laptop Sata disk you install.The device is a disk caddy (you need to add a laptop sized HDD/SSD), that can present itself as a Hard Disk drive (HDD), an Optical Disk Drive (ODD - CD/DVD etc) or both concurrently. The Optical Images are stored as .ISO files in a special directory called _ISO on the HDD. You can add/delete the images in this directory from your PC when the device is connected in HDD mode. With the device in ODD mode, use the jog wheel to scroll down the list of ISO files and push to mount.When the 300 failed I looked for a replacement and found Zalman devices were no longer produced. The IODD looked the same, so worth a punt! Turns out it IS the same - and a closer inspection of the Zalman ZM-VE300 shows that the circuit board was made by IODD (take a look)!! It looks as if the only difference was the firmware which displayed the Zalman brand name.Based on my experience and comments from other posters, the device needs to be treated gently as the mechanical components are prone to fail otherwise. This is the only device that I have found with the functionality, so I will have to make it past. Shame you cannot buy spare 'heads'!! It is overpriced for what it is, especially given the perceived quality, but that is a price I will pay for its functionality - and it fits in the more robust Zalman sleeve (the IODD comes with a fabric sleeve)Hope this helps anyone else who has a faulty Zalman, needs reassurance that this is a viable replacement and has not heard of IODD (their web presented is at IODD.KR) ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I might buy another just in case the one I've got breaks. *by D***A on 26 January 2019* The iodd 2531 is like an SSD or mechanical keyboard. Once you have one, you don't ever want to not have one.I've had my iodd 2531 for just over a year now and in that time, I've only created one bootable USB stick and that was only created because it was for a relative. But I've used my iodd in place of a USB stick countless times. It has become an indispensable tool that makes installing operating systems on a regular basis a whole lot easier and quicker. You don’t have to find the right USB stick, check if there’s any data on it you want to keep and then faff about with creating a a bootable USB stick… only to find out that you should have used a different application to create the boot USB. With the iodd, you just put the bootable ISO into the “_iso” folder on the root of the iodd and then select the iso using the jog switch.I do wish it was a little bit more robust, specifically the jog switch. I’m worried that it’s going to break at some point… to the point that I’m seriously considering buying a second unit whilst they’re still available. I just hope that the iodd Mini is actually released at some point. I’d buy it in a heartbeat.There is one issue with the 2531 that makes it that little bit short of perfect and that is that when you add new ISOs, you'll sometimes be required to defrag the disk. Which is less than ideal if you've got an SSD but for me, that alone is not enough to knock a star off the rating. ## Frequently Bought Together - iodd Iodd2531 - USB3.0 - HDD - SSD - Virtual CD-ROM - Enclosures - Made in Korea … (1 Unit/lot) - Samsung 870 EVO SATA III SSD 1TB 2.5” Internal Solid State Drive, Upgrade PC or Laptop Memory and Storage for IT Pros, Creators, Everyday Users, MZ-77E1T0B/AM --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ph/products/48645189-iodd-iodd2531-usb3-0-hdd-ssd-virtual-cd-rom-enclosures](https://www.desertcart.ph/products/48645189-iodd-iodd2531-usb3-0-hdd-ssd-virtual-cd-rom-enclosures) --- *Product available on Desertcart Philippines* *Store origin: PH* *Last updated: 2026-04-22*