Reuse an old laptop drive
Take the drive out of an old laptop and give it a second life as an external drive, without screws.
Switss® 2.5 inch HDD/SSD enclosure
Your 2.5 inch drive.
Portable again.
- HDD and SSD (SATA)
- Up to 4 TB
- No screws
Turn your own 2.5 inch hard drive or SSD into external storage, without screws.
Note: drive not included.
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Switss® 2.5 inch HDD/SSD enclosure
USB 3.0 with UASP, 2.5 inch SATA, up to 4 TB.
€12,49incl. VAT€10,32excl. VAT
€12,49incl. VAT€10,32excl. VAT
€12,49incl. VAT€10,32excl. VAT
€12,49incl. VAT€10,32excl. VAT
Empty enclosure: you fit your own 2.5 inch drive (HDD or SSD). Which drive fits?
Switss® 2.5” HDD/SSD External Enclosure
Based on 23 reviews
€12,49incl. VAT€10,32excl. VAT
In stock
Drive not included
Check whether your drive and computer fitUp to 450 MB/s read and write with an SSD, if your computer and the cable support it. On an older USB port it is slower.
Is this right for you?
Fits if
- Your drive is a 2.5 inch SATA HDD or SSD
- Its capacity is up to 4 TB
- You want to use your drive as external storage
Does not fit if
- Your drive is M.2 or NVMe
- Your drive is IDE or 3.5 inch
What you need
- Your own 2.5 inch drive: it is not included
- No tools: the drive goes in without screws
- A USB-A or USB-C port on your computer: the included cable fits both
Check in three questions
Answer the questions above.
Do you have a question about which drive fits or how to connect it? Email info@pelkonic.com. We usually respond within one business day.
€12,49incl. VAT€10,32excl. VAT
Use a spare 2.5 inch drive as an external drive again.
Before you order: how it fits, how to set it up and whether it works with your laptop.
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Will it fit? 2.5 inch HDD or SSD with SATA, up to 4 TB
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Will my drive fit?
A 2.5 inch hard drive or SSD with a SATA connector fits, any brand, up to 4 TB. You can recognise SATA by two flat contact strips side by side. M.2 SSDs and 3.5 inch drives do not fit.
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Easy to set up? Three steps, no screws or drivers
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Can I set it up myself?
Yes, in three steps and without screws or tools: open the bottom, slide the drive onto the connector and slide the enclosure shut. You don't need extra software (drivers). You prepare a new drive once before first use.
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Your laptop? Windows, macOS and Linux, via USB-A or USB-C
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Will it work with my laptop?
It works on Windows, macOS and Linux. The included cable has USB-A and USB-C for the computer side, so it fits both ports. On an old USB 2.0 port it is slower and may get too little power during intensive use.
In use
Old laptop drive lying around?
Make it an external drive, without screws
450MB/sread with an SSD
4TBmaximum capacity
0screwsno tools needed
With an SSD via USB 3.0 with UASP (5 Gbps). With a hard drive the speed is lower. The drive goes onto the connector of the frame, the frame slides into the enclosure, the cover closes.
Compatibility
Fits one 2.5 inch drive
SATA HDD and SSD, any brand, up to 4 TB
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Supported drives and power
The enclosure fits one 2.5 inch SATA drive: a hard drive (HDD) or an SSD of any brand, up to 4 TB.
The drive is powered through the USB cable. No power adapter is needed.
M.2, NVMe, mSATA, IDE and 3.5 inch drives do not fit: the enclosure only works with 2.5 inch SATA.
One size, one connector
Drive not included
1size2.5 inch SATA
4TBmaximum capacity
2typesHDD and SSD
Housing
Aluminium, no fan
Silent: no fan and no moving parts in the enclosure
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What the enclosure is made of
The enclosure is made of aluminium alloy with ABS plastic parts, with ribs across the whole top. There is no fan inside, so the enclosure itself makes no noise.
Your drive sits on a frame inside the enclosure. The frame slides out through the short side to fit the drive.
Inside the enclosure
- aluminium enclosure with ribs
- frame that slides out
- your 2.5 inch drive
- USB-C port
0fannothing that makes noise
Silent, no fan
nothing to break
Aluminium, 81 grams
in black, blue, pink or silver
Speed
Making a backup?
Done in no time
Up to 450 MB/s with an SSD via USB 3.0
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Speeds: SSD versus hard drive
With an SSD you reach up to 450 MB/s read and write via USB 3.0 with UASP (5 Gbps). With a hard drive the speed is lower. The actual speed depends on your drive and your port.
450MB/sread
450MB/swrite
4TBmaximum
450 MB/s with an SSD via USB 3.0 with UASP (5 Gbps). With a hard drive the speed is lower.
Which drive
Which drive do I have?
Look at the size and at the connector on the back
You can tell SATA by two flat strips
a wide one for power and a narrow one for data
- HDD and SSD: the same connector
- Only the 2.5 inch size fits, 3.5 inch is too big
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2.5 inch SATA
from a laptop
fits
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3.5 inch SATA
from a desktop or NAS, too big
does not fit
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IDE, rows of pins
old drive, wide plug
does not fit
- Does not fit: M.2, NVMe and mSATA
- Not sure? Send us a photo of your drive, we will check
Installation
Ready in four steps, without screws
Cover off, frame out, drive on the connector, close
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Cover off
Slide the cover on the short side in the direction of the arrow until it stops, then pull it straight off
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Frame out
Carefully push the frame out of the enclosure and take your drive: its SATA connector sits on the short side
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Drive on the connector
Place the drive's connector on the connector of the frame, it only fits one way, and press the drive towards the connector and down at the same time
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Frame back, cover on
Slide the frame back in and slide the cover on with the arrows on the cover and the enclosure pointing the same way. Does it feel stiff? Do not force it
Devices
Plug in and go
Works with your laptop, PC, tablet and phone
Operating systems
- Windows
- macOS
- Linux
- Android
- USB-A or USB-Cthe included cable fits both ports on your computer
- No drivers neededplug in and your computer recognises the drive
- Power through the USB cableno power adapter, use a USB 3.0 port
Connections
Front and cover
The only connection is the USB-C port on the short side
- USB-C, 5 GbpsCable to USB-A or USB-C included, also powers the drive
- Ribbed aluminium top
- Cover on the short sideSlides off without screws; the frame with your drive comes out behind it
Port
Check your port
The included cable fits a USB-A or USB-C port on your laptop or PC
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USB with SS
USB 3.0 · 5 Gbps
up to 450 MB/s with an SSD
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USB without SS
USB 2.0 · 480 Mbps
slower, may lack power in heavy use
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Only USB-C on your laptop?
USB 3.0 · 5 Gbps · the cable has USB-C too
up to 450 MB/s with an SSD
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Charge only
lightning or battery, no SS symbol
does not work
First use
New drive?
Here's how to set it up
A used drive appears straight away, a new one only after initialising
Windows
- Right-click StartChoose Disk Management, or Windows key + X
- Right-click UnallocatedChoose New Simple Volume
- Choose your file systemClick Finish, see the guide below
- Unallocated
- Switss drive (D:) · ready
macOS
- Open Disk UtilityLaunchpad, Other folder
- Select the Switss disk on the leftClick Erase at the top
- Choose your file systemClick Erase, see the guide below
- Not initialised
- Switss drive · ready
Which file system should you choose?
- Windows only
- NTFS
- Mac only
- APFS
- Windows and Mac, TV
- exFAT
Formatting erases everything on the drive. Always eject safely before unplugging the cable
Dimensions
Fits in your pocket
How big the enclosure is, next to a bank card
122mmlong
76mmwide
13mmhigh
81gwithout drive
In the box
What's in the box
Everything you need, except the drive
| Part | Qty |
|---|---|
| 1Switss enclosure | 1× |
| 2USB-C/USB-A to USB-C cableUSB-C on the enclosure side, USB-A or USB-C on the computer side | 1× |
| 3Manual | 1× |
What do you use it for?
Back-ups to take along
Keep a copy of your photos, videos and documents on a separate drive of up to 4 TB that weighs 81 grams.
Photo and video files
Store your RAW files and video projects on an SSD and work on them straight from the enclosure.
Files between home and work
Fits in a laptop bag or pocket and works on any computer with a USB-A or USB-C port, without installing anything.
Specifications
| Specification | SW-2,5INCH |
|---|---|
| Connection | USB 3.0 with UASP (5 Gbps), USB-C on the enclosure, cable to USB-A or USB-C |
| Speed | Up to 450 MB/s read and write with an SSD |
| Drive type | 2.5 inch SATA HDD and SSD, any brand |
| Max. capacity | Up to 4 TB |
| Power | Through the USB cable, no power adapter |
| Mounting | Without screws or tools |
| Housing | Aluminium with ABS, no fan |
| Compatibility | Windows, macOS, Linux and Android |
| Installation | No drivers needed |
| Dimensions | 122 × 76 × 13 mm · 81 g |
| Warranty | 3-year producer guarantee (EU GARAN label) |
Manual & downloads
Order for business
5% off from 2 units · 10% off from 10 units applied automatically in your cart
Invoice with VAT · KvK 76439534 · VAT NL860623646B01
Frequently asked questions
Is a hard drive or SSD included?
No. This is an empty enclosure: you fit your own 2.5 inch SATA hard drive or SSD. No screws or tools are needed. No drive yet? Check above which drive fits first.
Which drives fit?
All 2.5 inch SATA hard drives and SSDs, any brand, up to 4 TB. M.2, NVMe, mSATA, IDE and 3.5 inch drives do not fit.
Do I need a power adapter?
No. The enclosure and your drive are powered through the USB cable. Use a USB 3.0 port for full speed; on a USB 2.0 port it works slower and may get too little power during intensive use.
Which devices does the enclosure work with?
Windows, macOS, Linux and Android, without drivers. The included cable has USB-A and USB-C for the computer side, so it fits laptops with either port.
How fast is the enclosure?
With an SSD you reach up to 450 MB/s read and write via USB 3.0 with UASP (5 Gbps). With a hard drive the speed is lower. The actual speed depends on your drive and your computer's port.
How much warranty do I get?
3-year producer guarantee under the EU GARAN label, with direct Dutch customer service. A question about which drive fits or how to connect it? We usually reply within one business day.
Still not sure? Ask your question and a real person usually replies within one working day.
What customers say
3.9 Based on 23 reviews
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Very easy and small enclosure. As a photographer I take a lot of photos and edits these often on the laptop/macbook when I am on a shoot. Ordered all colors and in each is a 4TB SSD so I am never short of space when I am on the road.
Does exactly as described.
Sturdy enclosure. Best ever purchased, highly recommended.
Nice compact and handy enclosure for my old loose 2.5" HDDs and SSDs. JSt look in the user manual how the enclosure should open and otherwise a child can do the laundry. Also nice that the supplied little cable is USB-C to USB-C with on one side an extra adapter from USB-C to USB-A. Because of the attractive price I bought one of each color. They work fine.
Fine product
Beyond expectations a sturdy aluminum enclosure. The plastic mounting frame contains two nipples to exactly right posion the HDD. It was a bit of searching that you had to press out the plastic frame, this was not clear in the manual.
Hugo
A confounded little box
Looks nice, but I still don't know how to get it open...
Inadequate manual
Casing is in itself quite solid only it is exceptionally difficult to get open and the manual is inadequate and even incomplete, if you don't know the product it will take quite some time before you get into it, this is also not clearly stated in the manual.
Pros
- Casing is solid
Cons
- Exceptionally difficult to get open
- Manual incomplete
- Manual unclear
Bad!!
Bought in november 2024 for over 20€. Put SSD in it. Connected to pc a few times, and suddenly it doesn't work anymore. Computer no longer recognizes the drive. Used other cable, and connected to other pc. No result. January 2026 reported to the seller , but falls outside warranty period. Is so-called grey area regarding warranty period. Junk thus
perfect
Solid enclosure.
1 star for now
The outer casing is made of aluminum, the bay the HD goes in presumably not. Presumably because I can't get it out. After I slid off the plastic back with difficulty I stumbled upon a 2nd plastic thing which is presumably the HD bay. The included description does not say how to take this bay out. First I tried to pry it out with a screwdriver but the plastic is of bad quality and the chance that I will damage the bay is big. Then just sent the supplier an e-mail. That was yesterday and I received an e-mail with an incident number and the message that I will receive an answer as soon as possible. That is what I'm waiting for now.......
Fine HD enclosure.
The deliverry was very fast. The little hard drive was builn-in within three minutes and works without problems.
SSD external enclosure
Simple enclosure, but does what it has to do.
Pros
- Simple + color choice.
Cons
- Not very sturdy and hard to open in the beginning.
Fine enclosure
Manual could be clearer, and the little cable is quite short...but for the rest it does what it has to do..
Pros
- Sturdy
- Handy
- Very usable
Cons
- Manual is not cpmplete
- Little cable is quite short
Excellent!
Super fast delivery and a very good quality. Highly recommended.
Pros
- Solid
Handy and safe
I immediately ordered two because it seems handy to me to be able to take the ssds everywhere with me like this and it saves me buying new external ssds.
Could not get this thing open to put an ssd in it
Worthless thing
Figure it out yourself
Product seems great but you have to go looking for a clear user msnual yourself.
Pros
- compact
Cons
- no complete user manual
Perfekt working
I had ordered it and inside the same evening. Still had a hard drive and put it in and connected. My laptop saw it right away. It does iy super. Soon replacing 2 old enclosures for 2 more of these.
Very good price quality ratio
Sturdy, and solid material.
Fits all perfectly and no loose screws or parts.
Delivered with manual and extra cable
Pros
- sturdy
- solid
- good price
Very solid enclosure
Very beautiful and sturdy enclosure. Very easy to install the drive.
Cable included. Highly recommended with a favorable price!
Pros
- Sturdy enclosure
- Easy installation
- Cable USB 2.0 + badapter 3.0 included
Cons
- None
Works very nicely
Nice product. Works very well
Mediocre quality
Bought for an ssd I had left over but the quality leaves to be desired.
When writing data or music the thing drops out, drive no longer visible you can start all over again.
So for me not this one anymore.
Cons
- Mediocre interface
- Drops out causing drive to be unreadable.
- Therefore no longer visible in the explorer.
Does not work
SSD enclosure with formatted SSD tested on two W10 machines. Both systems kept hanging with the connected device, No extra drive available. Disappointing.
Pros
- Design
Cons
- Not easy to get open
- And it does not work - defective
Not sure this fits your laptop?
Switss® is a Dutch brand run by two brothers, Matthijs and Luca. Send us your question and your laptop model. One of us usually replies within one working day.
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- 65W charging power, charges the laptop while the hub is in use.
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