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CENMATE Aluminum 2 Bay 10Gbps Hard Drive Enclosure with Cooling Fan for 2.5“/3.5" SATA HDD/SSD with USB A/C 3.2 Gen 2, Support Hot Swappable, Tool-Free HDD Enclosure, DAS(NO RAID/NAS)
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CENMATE Aluminum 2 Bay 10Gbps Hard Drive Enclosure with Cooling Fan for 2.5“/3.5" SATA HDD/SSD with USB A/C 3.2 Gen 2, Support Hot Swappable, Tool-Free HDD Enclosure, DAS(NO RAID/NAS)

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$64.99

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Bottom line: The CENMATE Aluminum 2 Bay 10Gbps Hard Drive Enclosure with Cooling Fan for 2.5“/3.5" SATA HDD/SSD with USB A/C 3.2 Gen 2, Support Hot Swappable, Tool-Free HDD Enclosure, DAS(NO RAID/NAS) is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the external storage category, priced around $64.99. Check the specification table above against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored CENMATE Aluminum 2 Bay 10Gbps Hard Drive Enclosure with Cooling Fan… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to our editorial and benchmark analysis across the external storage category. cenmate's external storage lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for external storage of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the Amazon listing before purchase. Prices, stock, and Prime eligibility update directly from Amazon's catalog and may have moved since this page was last verified.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Backed by cenmate's warranty and support channels
  • ✓ Ships via Amazon with Prime eligibility and the standard returns policy

Cons

  • ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
  • ✗ Price, stock, and Prime eligibility update from Amazon and may have changed since this page was last verified

Key Features

  • 【Up to 10Gbps】This dual bay enclosure equips with advanced chips and USB 3.2 output interface.Transfer 1G files in 3-5 seconds with USB 3.2 Ports, which is 20 times faster than USB 2.0. 2 HDDs -Total R/W speed 500MB/s,1 SSD-510MB/s R/W speed. NOTE:Read and write speeds are determined by factors such as hard drive version, computer version, etc...
  • 【Reliable External Storage System for Individuals and business】The 3.5 hard drive enclosure supports 2.5/3.5 inches HDD and SSD, max capacity up to 20TB for each hard drive, it's a ideal external hard drive enclosure for personal or enterprise using.Save space on your desktop or laptop.
  • 【No heat】The 2 bay hard drive enclosure built in Aluminum-Alloy materials and 2 inch Fan.Maximize the security of your data. NOTE:Fan noise is around 40-50 decibels, not recommended if you are very sensitive to noise.
  • 【Hot Swappable Convenience】The HDD enclosure supports hot swapping, allowing users to replace hard drives without powering off the device. This feature enhances convenience and efficiency in data transfer processes.
  • 【Daisy Chain Expansion】Add a USB HOST port for external hard drive enclosure and daisy chain to expand capacity. Expansion 120TB storage through daisy chain up to 3 devices
  • 【Wide Compatibility, Plug and Play】Equipped with USB A/C Gen 2 Cable.Compatible with Windows 7 and above, Mac 9.1 and above, Linux.The USB Type-C interface supports various computer interfaces, including USB 3.0, USB 3.1, USB 3.2, Thunderbolt 3, and Thunderbolt 4.

Full Specifications

Brandcenmate
Weight1g
MaterialAluminum
Unit Count2 Count
ConnectivityUSB
Model Number802TC
CompatibilityMac, Linux
Built-In MediaDual Bay 10Gbps Hard Drive Enclosure(NO RAID) USB A/C 3.2 Cable User Manual Power adapter
Mfr Part Number802TC
Hardware PlatformWindows Mac Linux
Compatible DevicesDesktop, Laptop
Data Transfer Rate10 gigabits_per_second
Enclosure MaterialAluminum
Hardware InterfaceUSB 3.2 Gen 2
Warranty Description1 year
Hard Disk Form Factor3.5 inches
Connectivity TechnologyUSB
Memory Storage Capacity40 TB
Item Dimensions L x W x H7.95"L x 5.2"W x 3.6"H
Supported Devices Quantity2

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CENMATE Aluminum 2 Bay 10Gbps Hard Drive Enclosure with Cooling Fan for 2.5“/3.5" SATA HDD/SSD with USB A/C 3.2 Gen 2, Support Hot Swappable, Tool-Free HDD Enclosure, DAS(NO RAID/NAS) is available on Amazon with Prime shipping and the full Amazon returns policy. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.

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