--- product_id: 34707082 title: "ORICO USB 3.0 to SATA III 2.5\" External Hard Drive Enclosure for 2.5 Inch 7mm-9.5mm SATA HDD/SSD Tool Free [UASP Supported],Black(2189U3)" brand: "orico" price: "€ 17.47" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Orico" url: https://www.desertcart.sk/products/34707082-orico-usb-3-0-to-sata-iii-2-5-external store_origin: SK region: Slovakia --- # 5Gbps USB 3.0 speed Supports up to 6TB SATA SSD/HDD Tool-free, 3-sec installation ORICO USB 3.0 to SATA III 2.5" External Hard Drive Enclosure for 2.5 Inch 7mm-9.5mm SATA HDD/SSD Tool Free [UASP Supported],Black(2189U3) **Brand:** orico **Price:** € 17.47 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🚀 Unlock your storage potential with speed and style! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** ORICO USB 3.0 to SATA III 2.5" External Hard Drive Enclosure for 2.5 Inch 7mm-9.5mm SATA HDD/SSD Tool Free [UASP Supported],Black(2189U3) by orico - **How much does it cost?** € 17.47 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sk](https://www.desertcart.sk/products/34707082-orico-usb-3-0-to-sata-iii-2-5-external) ## Best For - orico enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted orico brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Effortless Setup:** Tool-free design lets you install or swap drives in just 3 seconds—no tech hassle, just plug & play. - • **Massive Storage Ready:** Seamlessly connect and access SATA drives up to 6TB, perfect for expanding your digital workspace or media library. - • **Blazing Fast Transfers:** Experience ultra-fast 5Gbps USB 3.0 with UASP support for up to 20% speed boost over standard USB 3.0. - • **Sleek & Durable Design:** Compact ABS plastic enclosure with fingerprint-resistant brushed finish and shockproof padding protects your data on the go. - • **Universal Compatibility:** Works flawlessly across Windows, Mac, Linux, and even gaming consoles like PS4—your all-in-one storage solution. ## Overview The ORICO USB 3.0 to SATA III 2.5" External Hard Drive Enclosure supports 7mm-9.5mm SATA SSDs and HDDs up to 6TB, delivering blazing 5Gbps transfer speeds enhanced by UASP protocol. Its tool-free, hot-swappable design enables quick drive installation without extra tools. Compatible with multiple OS platforms and devices, it features a compact, fingerprint-resistant ABS casing with shockproof padding to safeguard your data during transport. ## Description Product description Review: Inexpensive solution to making an old hard drive useful again - Inexpensive solution to making an old hard drive useful again. Easy to use and works as intended. Review: Great external HDD enclosure, but... - This is a great enclosure. It looks nice and it's easy to install the drive. Once that's done it's ready to go, and it works very well. The activity light is a plus, as well. My only real complaint is that there is nothing with which to hold the drive tightly into the connector at the end. With other enclosures I've tried there has been a small, firm piece of foam at the end opposite the drive connection. This keeps the drive "pushed" snugly into the connector at the other end. Then, of course, you can use the foam that comes with the kit to keep the drive from moving up and down within the case. I used the thick piece, and I attached it to the top face of the drive itself. I had to use a credit card to hold the foam down as I was sliding the cover back on so that the cover clip didn't catch and tear the foam, but it worked well, and the drive is snugly in place. I worry a little about heat, but it should be fine. For the issue I mentioned, I used a piece of foam weatherstripping, cut to size. The sticky side to the plastic of the case, of course, and it holds the drive firmly forward and into the connector. The space is about 1/8", which is enough that the drive would wiggle out of the connector, and this firm foam will keep it from doing so. Overall, this is a very good enclosure, and to be able to turn an unused drive into a usable one for such a small price is very nice. I would definitely recommend this case to others, with the added caveat to be careful about the 1/8' space at the end of the drive. ## Features - Portable Data Storage: ORICO SATA drive enclosure supports most 2.5 inch 7mm/9.5mm SATA SSD and HDD up to 6TB (Max). You can easily connect the old drive to transfer files to PC, laptop, router, PS4 or as a USB external hard drive - Ultra-fast USB 3.0 & UASP: This 2.5 SSD enclosure has a USB 3.0 interface, which can reach a data transmission rate of 5Gbps, 20% faster than USB 2.0. If both your drive and output device support UASP, it will increase the transfer speed by 20% compared to ordinary USB3.0 - Easy to Use: Tool-free installation. The internal SSD can be easily removed in about 3 seconds. Just slide the cover off, insert the drive, and slide the cover up to use. Hot-swappable. You can check the working status through the LED indicator - Wide Compatibility: The 2.5 inch enclosure support Windows 2000/Windows 98/XP/Vista/ 7/8/10, Lunix, Mac OS 9.1/10.8.4 and above. No need to install a drive, plug & play. Ideal for booting up old hdd/ssd and recovering important files of broken PC - Friendly Design: This external enclosure is made of high-quality ABS plastic, compact size (4.9x3x0.5in), easy to carry. Brushed surface design prevents fingerprints. The build-in shockproof sponge pad can well protect your hard drive and precious data ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B01M08LCXW | | Best Sellers Rank | #104 in Enclosures | | Brand | ORICO | | Color | Black | | Compatible Devices | Desktop PC, Laptop, Smartphone, Tablet | | Connectivity Technology | USB | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 9,174 Reviews | | Data Transfer Rate | 5 Gigabits Per Second | | Enclosure Material | Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) | | Hard Disk Form Factor | 2.5 Inches | | Hardware Interface | Micro USB 3.0 Type B, USB 3.0, USB 3.2 Gen 1 | | Hardware Platform | Windows | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 4.92"L x 3.15"W x 0.55"H | | Item Weight | 90 Grams | | Manufacturer | SHENZHEN ORICO TECHNOLOGIES CO.,LTD | | Material | Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) | | Memory Storage Capacity | 6 TB | | Mfr Part Number | FBA_ORICO 2189U3-BK-US | | Model Number | FBA_ORICO 2189U3-BK-US | | Product Dimensions | 4.92"L x 3.15"W x 0.55"H | | Supported Devices Quantity | 1 | | UPC | 655779704859 714874073519 712073948195 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Warranty Description | 18 Months Manufacturer | ## Product Details - **Brand:** ORICO - **Color:** Black - **Hardware Interface:** Micro USB 3.0 Type B, USB 3.0, USB 3.2 Gen 1 - **Hardware Platform:** Windows - **Product Dimensions:** 4.92"L x 3.15"W x 0.55"H ## Images ![ORICO USB 3.0 to SATA III 2.5" External Hard Drive Enclosure for 2.5 Inch 7mm-9.5mm SATA HDD/SSD Tool Free [UASP Supported],Black(2189U3) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81TBy8NceML.jpg) ![ORICO USB 3.0 to SATA III 2.5" External Hard Drive Enclosure for 2.5 Inch 7mm-9.5mm SATA HDD/SSD Tool Free [UASP Supported],Black(2189U3) - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71qx3DbS7QL.jpg) ![ORICO USB 3.0 to SATA III 2.5" External Hard Drive Enclosure for 2.5 Inch 7mm-9.5mm SATA HDD/SSD Tool Free [UASP Supported],Black(2189U3) - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71OcgVEPoYL.jpg) ![ORICO USB 3.0 to SATA III 2.5" External Hard Drive Enclosure for 2.5 Inch 7mm-9.5mm SATA HDD/SSD Tool Free [UASP Supported],Black(2189U3) - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/713oEwX8MYL.jpg) ![ORICO USB 3.0 to SATA III 2.5" External Hard Drive Enclosure for 2.5 Inch 7mm-9.5mm SATA HDD/SSD Tool Free [UASP Supported],Black(2189U3) - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71NzokYBonL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Model** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Can anyone solve the controller question once and for all? jmicron or norelsys? company says jmicron, people say norelsys** A: 11/09/2019: Just got two of these. macOS System shows it as a VIA VL711 (USB 3 to SATA III Bridge Controller) with Toshiba firmware. Possibly same board Toshiba uses in their USB drives? VIA Specs: https://www.via-labs.com/product_show.php?id=44 **Q: What is the enclosure made from? Is it plastic, or metal?** A: It's made from plastic but it feels awesome! 8/10 for the build quality would be perfect if it was aluminum but i guess heat transfer was a concern hence plastic **Q: Is it compatible with USB2.0?** A: While it is true that USB 2.0 and 3.0 are compatible, older hardware might not provide enough power to the USB ports, preventing the drive from working. Some USB 2.0 enclosures have two heads on the computer end for this reason. **Q: Why only 4tb? it's a hard drive enclosure why would it be limited by capacit?** A: I'm going to over-simplify this but basically even though drives themselves have their own controllers, the USB-to-SATA chip has its own interface controller too for sorting data in and out of the drive; they aren't just a "dumb converter" like how a VGA to DVI display adapter works. The USB controller is limited in what it can "understand" and they just don't have enough processing power to track more data. Older interfaces used to be limited to just , so these are getting better! ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Inexpensive solution to making an old hard drive useful again *by A***B on May 6, 2026* Inexpensive solution to making an old hard drive useful again. Easy to use and works as intended. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great external HDD enclosure, but... *by G***E on October 24, 2018* This is a great enclosure. It looks nice and it's easy to install the drive. Once that's done it's ready to go, and it works very well. The activity light is a plus, as well. My only real complaint is that there is nothing with which to hold the drive tightly into the connector at the end. With other enclosures I've tried there has been a small, firm piece of foam at the end opposite the drive connection. This keeps the drive "pushed" snugly into the connector at the other end. Then, of course, you can use the foam that comes with the kit to keep the drive from moving up and down within the case. I used the thick piece, and I attached it to the top face of the drive itself. I had to use a credit card to hold the foam down as I was sliding the cover back on so that the cover clip didn't catch and tear the foam, but it worked well, and the drive is snugly in place. I worry a little about heat, but it should be fine. For the issue I mentioned, I used a piece of foam weatherstripping, cut to size. The sticky side to the plastic of the case, of course, and it holds the drive firmly forward and into the connector. The space is about 1/8", which is enough that the drive would wiggle out of the connector, and this firm foam will keep it from doing so. Overall, this is a very good enclosure, and to be able to turn an unused drive into a usable one for such a small price is very nice. I would definitely recommend this case to others, with the added caveat to be careful about the 1/8' space at the end of the drive. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Adequate and sufficient to encase bare SSD’s. *by D***K on March 18, 2019* I like look of the finish - looks a bit like black brushed anodized aluminum - but as soon as you touch it is is clear it is a plastic case. And it is entirely adequate for it’s function. If this is used for actual spinning disks, I would have a concern that there is no ventilation, and plastic being inherently thermally non-conductive could cause heat buildup and issues. Even for some older SSD’s which run hotter, this could be a concern. Finally, there is little in the way of shock protection or even fixing the drive in place - the cover slides on and off with a weak latch, the drive itself is held in-place only by the SATA connector itself, (and a snug fit in the case) and a few strips of foam to ‘secure’ the whole thing. I expect if it dropped of a desk it would pop open, and the drive would spill out. Which for an SSD is a don’t care, but a spinning disk would be destroyed. Of course, if the cable is connected and plugged in, there is a good chance the cable would arrest the fall and the blunt-force trauma of an impact with the ground may avoided altogether. Overall, it is a huge step up from having the bare disk connected with a SATA-to-USB cable sitting on your desk or workbench. And for the price, that is adequate and sufficient. ## Frequently Bought Together - ORICO USB 3.0 to SATA III 2.5" External Hard Drive Enclosure for 2.5 Inch 7mm-9.5mm SATA HDD/SSD Tool Free [UASP Supported],Black(2189U3) - ORICO 2.5'' External Hard Drive Enclosure USB 3.0 to SATA III Tool-Free Clear Hard Disk Case for 2.5 inch 7mm 9.5mm SATA HDD SSD Max 6TB Support UASP(2139U3) - BENFEI 2.5 Inch SATA to USB Tool Free External Hard Drive Enclosure, USB Type-C/Type-A to Sata Compatible for 2.5 Inch SSD(Optimized for SSD, Support UASP SATA III) --- ## 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.sk/products/34707082-orico-usb-3-0-to-sata-iii-2-5-external](https://www.desertcart.sk/products/34707082-orico-usb-3-0-to-sata-iii-2-5-external) --- *Product available on Desertcart Slovakia* *Store origin: SK* *Last updated: 2026-05-30*