Storage puzdro Akasa N.Stor S9

The Akasa N.Stor S9 is a slim external storage enclosure compatible with 2.5" HDD and SSD drives. Constructed from aluminium and plastic, it measures 129.5 mm × 128 mm × 9.9 mm and fits into a 9.5 mm SATA slim optical drive bay. The enclosure supports 7 mm and 9.5 mm drive heights and is designed for straightforward installation and effective heat dissipation.

Advantages

The aluminium body and plastic components provide a balance of durability and low weight while aiding passive heat dissipation. Its slim profile and standard 9.5 mm SATA slim bay compatibility make it suitable for replacing optical drives or adding extra storage without altering the host device. The enclosure supports both HDD and SSD form factors and comes in a neutral grey finish.

Suitable for

• Installing 2.5" HDD or SSD into a 9.5 mm SATA slim optical drive bay
• Replacing a laptop optical drive with additional storage
• Expanding storage in small-form-factor desktop systems

Key specifications

• Supported drive types: 2.5" HDD / SSD
• Compatible drive heights: 7 mm and 9.5 mm
• External dimensions: 129.5 mm (W) × 128 mm (D) × 9.9 mm (H)
• Material: Aluminium, Plastic
• Colour: Grey
• Fit: 9.5 mm SATA slim optical drive bay
• Brand: Akasa, MPN: AK-OA2SSA-03, EAN: 4710614535435

How to use

Remove the host device's 9.5 mm optical drive and slide the 2.5" HDD or SSD into the Akasa N.Stor S9 enclosure, ensuring the drive height (7 mm or 9.5 mm) matches the enclosure. Secure the drive according to the enclosure's mounting method, insert the assembled unit into the SATA slim bay, and reconnect any required power or data cables. Power on the device and verify the drive is recognized by the operating system.

Recommendations

Use compatible 2.5" drives with the specified heights and ensure firm connections to avoid data loss. Allow for proper ventilation around the aluminium enclosure to support passive cooling, and follow the host device manufacturer's instructions when replacing an optical drive.