ORICO Magnetic M.2 2230/2242 NVMe SSD Enclosure
Bottom line: The ORICO Magnetic M.2 2230/2242 NVMe SSD Enclosure is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the retro software & media category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Key Features
- 【High-Speed TF/SD 3.0 & 2TB M.2 SSD Storage】Dual SD/TF card slots support SD, SDHC, SDXC, Micro SD, Micro SDHC, and Micro SDXC cards with read speeds up to 104MB/s. Simultaneously, this ORICO magnetic enclosure expands your storage by up to 2TB using NVMe M.2 2230/2242 SSDs (M Key only). *Note: Compatible only with NVMe 2230/2242 SSDs; not compatible with mSATA or M.2 SATA protocols*
- 【4K ProRes Direct Recording】Compatible with iPhone 15/16/17 Pro/Pro Max series, enabling direct 4K ProRes video saving to external storage. Eliminate worries about phone storage limits and extra transfers. *Note: ProRes HDR 4K/120fps requires iPhone 16/17 Pro/Pro Max; 4K/60fps supports iPhone 15/16/17 Pro/Pro Max
- 【Strong Magnetic Attachment & PD 100W Charging】Features 17 built-in magnets for secure attachment and stable data transfer. Includes a PD 100W charging port for simultaneous high-speed data transfer and device charging (up to 85W output). Ideal for prolonged video recording and heavy-duty tasks
- 【10Gbps Ultra-Fast Transfer】USB 3.2 Gen2 technology delivers speeds up to 10Gbps (1000MB/s), transferring 1GB files in 1 second. Supports UASP acceleration and NVMe 2230/2242 SSDs for efficient workflows
- 【Broad Compatibility】Works with M.2 NVMe (M Key) 2230/2242 SSDs and devices like iPhone 15/16/17 Pro/Pro Max, iPad Pro, MacBook, Android phones, laptops, and tablets via Type-C. *Package List: Magnetic m.2 NVMe SSD enclosure, 0.3m USB-C cable, magnetic ring, thermal pad, screws, screwdriver, manual
- 【Kindly Note】This product is an SSD enclosure; the solid-state drive (SSD) must be purchased separately. Due to power limitations of the phone's USB port, it is recommended to use SSDs with a power consumption of 4.5W or lower. For higher-power SSDs, external power supply via the PD port is required. If the SSD power draw exceeds the limit, disconnections may occur, potentially interrupting recording
Full Specifications
| Brand | ORICO |
|---|---|
| Color | Blue |
| Connectivity | USB-C |
| Model Number | AP42F-BL |
| Compatibility | Android, iOS |
| Mfr Part Number | AP30&AP42 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Hardware Platform | Universal |
| Compatible Devices | MacBook Air /Pro Series, USB C iPhone 17/ 16/15 Series, iPad Air / Pro Series(USB-C Models) |
| Data Transfer Rate | 10 gigabits_per_second |
| Enclosure Material | Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS), Aluminum |
| Hardware Interface | MicroSD, SDHC, SDXC, microSDHC, microSDXC |
| Warranty Description | ORICO 12Months Warranty |
| Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Memory Storage Capacity | 2 TB |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 2"L x 2"W x 0.5"H |
| Supported Devices Quantity | 1 |
| Full listing title | ORICO Magnetic M.2 2230/2242 NVMe SSD Enclosure for iPhone 4K ProRes Recording with SD/TF 3.0 Card Reader PD100W Charging Port, Support for iPhone 15/16/17 Series Laptop Tablet- Diskless AP42F (Blue) | ProRes Recording, SD/TF 3.0 Reader, PD100W Port, for iPhone 15/16/17 Series, Laptops, Tablets, Diskless AP42F Black |
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ORICO Magnetic M.2 2230/2242 NVMe SSD Enclosure for iPhone 4K ProRes Recording with SD/TF 3.0 Card Reader PD100W Charging Port, Support for iPhone 15/16/17 Series Laptop Tablet- Diskless AP42F (Blue) | ProRes Recording, SD/TF 3.0 Reader, PD100W Port, for iPhone 15/16/17 Series, Laptops, Tablets, Diskless AP42F Black is vintage hardware; the used and vintage market on eBay carries most of the live inventory. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. It also has an Amazon listing — check it for current price and availability. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
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