Vantec Nexstar GX USB 3.0 Dual 2.5" SATA SSD/HDD RAID Enclosure, Black (NST-272S3-BK)

Vantec Nexstar GX USB 3.0 Dual 2.5" SATA SSD/HDD RAID Enclosure, Black (NST-272S3-BK)

Q: Does this fit a 7mm, 9mm, or 12mm (or all three) thickness types of 2.5 drives?

The answers you have received are correct. This is designed for the 7mm and 9mm 2.5" drives that are 2TB or smaller. However, I can admit that without the outter case on (like John said) it will work with 12mm drives. I currently have 2x 5TB Seagates 12mm drives in mine. You just have to live with the drives showing. As for String Theory's answer, putting Firecuda SSHD's is a good idea only if you are using them as single drives or Raid 1. Raid 0 eliminates the use of the SSD caching system like indicated over on the Seagate website.

Q: How many GB does it have?

To make sure what the topic is here, my comments are just about the Vantec enclosure and not about whatever drive + enclosure Vantec may sell. My drive, for what it's worth, though, and it doesn't matter, was a 225 GB HP drive pulled out of motherboard-fried HP laptop. I wanted to keep it because there was nothing wrong with it to hook as an external USB drive to either my desktop or a tablet.

Q: Can this be powered by sata port?

Thanks for asking. This 2.5" drive enclosure (NST-266SU3-BK) has two external interfaces, eSATA or USB 3.0. If you are using USB 3.0 connection, the USB 3.0 cable will provide power to the drive, this called Bus-powered. If you are using eSATA, it comes with eSATA cable and a power cable to connect and get power via USB port. Here is a link to the QIG that shows the connection in step6 and step7. https://www.vantecusa.com/CKEdit/images/files/nst-266su3_qig_copy.pdf This is not an eSATAp device.

Q: Has anyone converted their old ps4 hdd using this?

I just upgraded my ps4 hd to a 2tb and used this device to turn my original 500gig into an external for my WiiUWorked like a charm

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Hardware Interface
USB 3.0
Brand
Vantec
Color
Black
Product Dimensions
4.72"L x x
Hardware Platform
PC;Mac;Linux

⚡USB 3.0 super speed 5Gbps

💾Dual 2.5" SATA SSD/HDD support

🛡️RAID 0/1 with auto rebuild

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Vantec Nexstar GX USB 3.0 Dual 2.5" SATA SSD/HDD RAID Enclosure, Black (NST-272S3-BK)

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Description

🚀 Double your storage, double your power — RAID your way to data dominance!

COOL DURABLE DESIGN - Aluminum casing with front vents ensures your drives stay cool under pressure.
BLAZING FAST TRANSFERS - Harness USB 3.0 speeds up to 5Gbps for seamless data flow and zero lag.
DUAL DRIVE FLEXIBILITY - Supports two 2.5" SATA SSDs or HDDs, letting you customize storage for speed or backup.
RAID MODES FOR EVERY NEED - Choose JBOD, RAID 0 for max speed, or RAID 1 for data redundancy with auto rebuild.
CROSS PLATFORM COMPATIBILITY - Works effortlessly with Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux for versatile professional use.

The Vantec Nexstar GX is a sleek, aluminum RAID enclosure designed for dual 2.5" SATA SSDs or HDDs, delivering ultra-fast USB 3.0 transfer speeds up to 5Gbps. It supports multiple RAID configurations including RAID 0 and RAID 1 with auto rebuild, ensuring both performance and data protection. Its compact, vented design keeps drives cool, while broad OS compatibility makes it a perfect choice for professionals seeking reliable, high-speed external storage.

Specifications

Material	Aluminum Casing with ABS tray
Item Weight	10.56 ounces
Memory Storage Capacity	2 TB
Compatible Devices	Laptop
Hard Disk Form Factor	2.5 Inches
Max Number of Supported Devices	2
Data Transfer Rate	5000 Megabits Per Second
Global Trade Identification Number	00844767022710
Manufacturer	Vantec USA
UPC	844767022710
Hard Drive	2 TB Solid State Drive
Item model number	NST-272S3-BK
Operating System	Windows, os x, linux
Item Weight	10.6 ounces
Product Dimensions	5.11 x 3.15 x 0.98 inches
Item Dimensions LxWxH	5.11 x 3.15 x 0.98 inches
Hard Drive Interface	Serial ATA-600
Power Source	AC
Voltage	5 Volts
ASIN	B074NM3ZXS
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer	No
Date First Available	August 8, 2017

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Does this fit a 7mm, 9mm, or 12mm (or all three) thickness types of 2.5 drives?

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Can this be powered by sata port?

Has anyone converted their old ps4 hdd using this?

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