This 9.5mm Universal SATA 2nd HDD SSD Hard Drive Caddy is an adapter designed to replace a laptop's CD/DVD-ROM optical bay to add extra storage capacity. Product Overview
This 9.5mm Universal SATA Hard Drive Caddy allows for the installation of a secondary storage drive within a laptop's optical drive slot. The 9.5mm Universal SATA Hard Drive Caddy provides a seamless fit for standard 2.5-inch SATA hard drives or solid-state drives. It is designed for users needing additional data storage capacity without carrying external devices.
Key Features & Performance
- Supports standard 2.5-inch SATA HDDs and SSDs up to 9.5mm height.
- Fits into standard 9.5mm optical bay drive slots found in many modern laptops.
- SATA interface compatibility ensures reliable data transfer speeds between the drive and motherboard.
- Plug-and-play functionality allows for immediate hardware recognition after installation.
- Built with materials that assist in heat dissipation for the mounted storage drive.
Fitment & Compatibility
- Compatible with laptops featuring a 9.5mm SATA optical drive bay.
- Accepts standard 2.5-inch SATA I, II, and III storage drives.
Common Uses
- Adding a second hard drive for expanded file storage.
- Installing an SSD as a boot drive while keeping the original HDD for bulk data.
- Backing up critical system data internally without external cables.
- Replacing an unused CD/DVD-ROM drive with functional storage space.
Technical Specifications
- Interface: SATA
- Caddy Height: 9.5mm
- Drive Support: 2.5-inch SATA HDD or SSD
- Bay Requirement: 9.5mm Optical Bay
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Will this caddy work with a 12.7mm laptop bay? A: This specific model is designed for 9.5mm bays and will leave a physical gap if used in a larger 12.7mm slot.
Q: Does this caddy include the hard drive or SSD? A: No, this product is the mounting adapter only and requires a separate 2.5-inch SATA drive for operation.
Product appearance and specifications may vary slightly by batch. Compatibility may vary by serial number. Verify fitment before purchase.
