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Satechi Unveils New SSD Enclosure for Enhancing Mac Mini Storage Capacity Up to 8TB [Video]

### Satechi USB4 Slim NVMe SSD Enclosure: An In-Depth Look

Satechi has unveiled its newest creation, the USB4 Slim NVMe SSD Enclosure, crafted to boost storage potential for Mac users. This elegant enclosure permits the integration of up to 8TB of SSD storage, making it a perfect complement for the M4 Mac mini, while also being compatible with various Mac devices.

#### Design Motivation and Characteristics

The USB4 Slim NVMe SSD Enclosure’s design is influenced by the Apple USB SuperDrive, a once-popular external CD and DVD drive. This tribute to vintage Apple design is enhanced by cutting-edge technology, boasting USB4 capabilities that deliver lightning-fast transfer rates of up to 40Gbps (3840MB/s).

The enclosure accommodates different SSD sizes, such as 2230, 2242, 2260, and 2280, offering users unparalleled storage versatility. This feature is especially advantageous for professionals handling substantial video projects, high-resolution image collections, or expansive gaming libraries. Rather than depending solely on internal storage, users can conveniently switch SSDs, ensuring a solution that adapts to diverse workflows.

#### Drawbacks

Although the enclosure is built to be slim and portable, this design aspect brings about certain drawbacks. It does not support double-sided SSDs or those with built-in heat sinks, and it is not compatible with SATA M.2 SSDs. Nevertheless, it is anticipated to function with most of the supported sizes.

#### Pricing and Storage Alternatives

The USB4 Slim NVMe SSD Enclosure is available for $119.99, but a limited-time promotion enables users to save $20 by entering the discount code LIMITED20 at checkout, reducing the price to $99. The prices for compatible SSDs vary significantly, ranging from under $70 for smaller capacities to approximately $600 for larger variants, such as the 8TB 2280 models.

#### Technical Details

– **Dimensions:** 5 x 5 x 0.63 inches
– **Weight:** 207.5g
– **Cable Length:** 5.9 inches
– **Bandwidth via USB-4:** Up to 40Gbps
– **Supported M.2 NVMe Sizes:** 2280, 2260, 2242, 2230
– **Maximum Capacity:** 8TB

#### Compatibility

The USB4 Slim NVMe SSD Enclosure works with a broad array of Mac devices, including:

**MacBook Pro:**
– M4 Pro/M4 Max (14” & 16”, 2024)
– M4 (14-inch, 2024)
– M3 Pro/M4 Max (14” & 16”, 2023)
– M3 (14-inch, 2023)
– M2 Pro/M2 Max (14” & 16”, 2023)
– M2 (13-inch, 2022)
– M1 Pro/M1 Max (14” & 16”, 2021)
– M1 (13-inch, 2020)

**MacBook Air:**
– M4 (13” & 15”, 2025)
– M3 (13” & 15”, 2024)
– M2 (15-inch, 2023)
– M2 (13-inch, 2022)
– M1 (13-inch, 2020)

**iMac:**
– M3 (2024)
– M2 (2023)
– M1 (2021)
– Retina 5K, 27-inch (2019-2020)
– Retina 4K, 21.5-inch (2019)
– iMac Pro (2017)

**Mac Mini:**
– M4/M4 Pro (2024)
– M2/M2 Pro (2023)
– M1 (2021)
– (2018)

**Mac Studio:**
– (2025)
– (2023)
– (2022)

**iPad Pro:**
– M4 (13-inch, 2024)
– M4 (11-inch, 2024)
– 12.9-inch (2018-2022)
– 11-inch (2018-2022)

**iPad Air:**
– M3 (11” & 13”, 2025)
– M2 (11” & 13”, 2024)
– 5th Generation (2022)
– 4th Generation (2020)

**iPad:**
– A16 (2025)
– 10th Generation (2022)

**iPad Mini:**
– A17 Pro (2024)
– 6th Generation (2021)

For optimal performance, users need to operate a machine equipped with a USB-4 port and utilize macOS 10.10 Yosemite or later (iPadOS 10.