OWC Express 1M2 Enclosure for M.2 SSD USB4 PC/MAC
OWC Express 1M2 Storage Enclosure, USB4 (40GB/s), Bus-Powered, Aluminium, Supports NVMe M.2 2230 / 2242 / 2280
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Unleash blistering USB4 speeds and unrivalled reliabilityThe OWC Express 1M2 enclosure is a premium, ultra-fast portable SSD solution engineered to maximize the performance capabilities of USB4-equipped Macs, PCs, and other devices. Delivering real-world speeds of up to 3836MB/s, this sleek, rugged aluminium enclosure features a patent-pending heat-dissipating design that prevents thermal throttling and ensures consistent top performance. Its versatile DIY design supports NVMe M.2 2230, 2242, and 2280 SSDs, giving users the flexibility to build their own or choose from pre-configured OWC Aura SSD options up to 8TB. Compatible with USB4, Thunderbolt, and USB-C interfaces, the Express 1M2 is ideal for creative professionals, DITs, and performance enthusiasts seeking speed, reliability, and cross-platform compatibility in a compact, bus-powered form factor.
The Ultimate Creation Tool
ultimate creative powerGive yourself the ultimate in creative power by building the portable drive of your dreams or choosing an advanced technology OWC Aura SSD powered OWC Express 1M2. Whether repurposing a drive, starting with a new drive, or wanting the convenience of a ready-to-run solution, you will infuse your workflow with the highest performance and reliability with an Express 1M2.
As Fast As Your Computer Or Device
maximise performanceThe Express 1M2 is the fastest single portable SSD we offer and was purposefully built to maximise the performance capabilities of today and tomorrow's USB4 equipped Macs and PCs. Experience up to an astonishing 3836MB/s speed when you use the Express 1M2 with most Macs and PCs you own from 2020 and newer. You can also enjoy highly effective performance (yep…you can edit 4K video no problem) and flexible compatibility with millions of yesterday’s Thunderbolt and USB-C machines and devices:
| Express 1M2 Connected To: | Runs As | Up to Real-World Speed | Mac computers with Apple Silicon M1/M2/M3/M4 | USB4 (40Gb/s) | 3189MB/s |
|---|---|---|
| USB4 (40Gb/s) port on any PC | USB4 (40Gb/s) | 3836MB/s |
| Thunderbolt 4 port on any PC | USB4 (40Gb/s) | 3836MB/s |
| Thunderbolt 3 port on Intel Mac or PC | USB (10Gb/s) | 990MB/s |
| USB-C (10Gb/s) port on iPad, Mac, or PC | USB (10Gb/s) | 990MB/s |
Don’t Get FooledBecause we’re widely considered the Thunderbolt experts and work very closely with Intel, we know all the little details that others overlook. While specific OWC solutions are certified for full speed on Thunderbolt, we (and everyone else) are limited to half that speed with DIY enclosures. USB4 unleashes the Express 1M2 performance capabilities so you can build the drive of your dreams. Unlike budget brand pretenders that do not follow Intel specifications – and will leave you feeling fooled and disappointed in far lower speeds – the Express 1M2’s USB4 connectivity assures you of the maximum speed and reliability you count on and expect from every OWC solution.
The Power Of DIY
Use Today’s and Tomorrow’s DrivesBuild your Express 1M2 with a brand-new drive. Retask an existing drive replaced during an upgrade. Or make it simple by choosing a pre-built proven OWC reliable solution. Whatever your decision, Express 1M2 gives you the power to make it happen.
Designed to support any NVMe M.2 2230, 2242, or 2280 SSD, the Express 1M2 gives you the freedom of flexibility to use any drive today - including OWC Aura SSDs up to 8.0TB capacity - as well as being ready for tomorrow’s 16TB and future capacities without limit.
Patent-Pending Design For Demanding Needs
consistent maximum performanceYou’ll never have to worry about thermal throttling because form meets function with the Express 1M2. Its solid aluminum patent pending heat sink design ensures proper heat dissipation so you can depend on consistent maximum performance. Unlike a snap together toolless enclosure, Express 1M2 screws together to securely protect your drive inside its rugged enclosure. And when you need to share the Express 1M2, it can work cross-platform with Macs and PCs using OWC MacDrive software (available separately) for peace between the platforms.
Express 1M2 Is Ideal For …
Photo and video professionalsPhoto and video professionals wanting an affordable yet solid editing drive that can be used both to backup and edit demanding content including 8K RAW video, 4K video in slow-motion, ProRes and other demanding codecs, and ultra-high resolution pictures both in RAW and compressed formats.
DITsDITs looking to assemble the NVMe of their choice while also getting maximum offload speeds (faster than Thunderbolt) and thermal stability.
Prosumers/performance enthusiastsProsumers/performance enthusiasts seeking an external enclosure to clone data from an internal drive at blazingly fast speeds.
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