Other World Computing Storage Devices

OWCUS4EXP1M2 Overview

The OWCUS4EXP1M2 from Other World Computing (OWC) Express series is an ultra-compact, bus-powered portable external storage enclosure engineered to convert small-form-factor M.2 NVMe SSDs into high-speed external drives. Operating over a cutting-edge USB4 interface with transfer speeds up to 40Gb/s, this enclosure is designed specifically to accommodate M.2 2230 and 2242 drive sizes, making it an ideal companion for upgrading storage on the go or repurposing drives from devices like the Steam Deck or Microsoft Surface. Housed in a rugged, heat-dissipating aluminum chassis that requires no external power source, it offers universal compatibility across USB4, Thunderbolt 3, Thunderbolt 4, and standard USB-C ports, delivering the plug-and-play performance needed for fast mobile backups, video editing, and data transfers.