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

VantecNexstar 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
Colour
Black
Product dimensions
12L x 8W x
Hardware platform
PC;Mac;Linux

⚡USB 3.0 SuperSpeed 5Gbps

💾Dual 2.5" SATA SSD/HDD RAID

❄️Aluminum housing with heat dissipation

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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

🚀 Elevate your storage game with speed, security, and style!

NEXT LEVEL COOLING - Premium aluminum casing with front vents ensures your drives stay cool under pressure, extending lifespan.
MASSIVE STORAGE SUPPORT - Supports over 2TB per drive, perfect for professionals managing large files or creative projects.
DUAL DRIVE RAID FLEXIBILITY - Configure RAID 0, RAID 1, or individual drives to maximize performance or data security effortlessly.
CROSS PLATFORM COMPATIBILITY - Plug and play with Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux—your versatile storage solution for any setup.
BLAZING FAST USB 3 0 TRANSFER - Experience ultra-responsive data speeds up to 5Gbps for seamless multitasking and backups.

The Vantec Nexstar GX is a sleek, black dual 2.5" SATA SSD/HDD enclosure featuring USB 3.0 connectivity with speeds up to 5Gbps. It supports RAID 0, RAID 1, and individual drive modes, with automatic RAID 1 rebuild for data protection. Crafted with an aluminum housing for optimal heat dissipation, it supports drives over 2TB each and is compatible across Windows, Mac, and Linux platforms—ideal for professionals demanding fast, reliable, and flexible external storage.

Specifications

Material	Aluminum Casing with ABS tray
Item weight	0.66 Pounds
Memory storage capacity	2 TB
Compatible devices	Desktop, Laptop, Personal Computer
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
Product Dimensions	12.98 x 8 x 2.49 cm; 299.37 g
Item model number	NST-272S3-BK
Color	Black
Form Factor	2.5 inches, 5 inches
Hard Drive Size	2 TB
Hard Disk Description	Solid State Drive
Hard Drive Interface	Serial ATA-600
Voltage	5 Volts
Power Source	AC
Operating System	Windows, os x, linux
Are Batteries Included	No
Item Weight	299 g

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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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