Description
4-Slot PCIe NVMe M.2 SSD Enclosure Thunderbolt 3. Customizable for any workflow with up to 32TB capacity and up to 2800MB/s performance.
Highlights
- High-Speed Thunderbolt Connectivity: The Express 4M2 harnesses the power of Thunderbolt 3, providing incredibly fast data transfer speeds. With up to 2800MB/s of performance, it's ideal for handling large files and demanding tasks.
- Four-Slot Flexibility: Accommodating up to four NVMe M.2 SSDs up to 32GB, this enclosure allows you to build a high-capacity, custom storage solution tailored to your needs.
- Versatile Compatibility: The Express 4M2 is compatible with a wide range of NVMe SSDs, giving you the freedom to choose the brands and capacities that work best for your projects.
- Sleek and Compact Design: Its compact aluminum enclosure not only looks great but also dissipates heat efficiently, ensuring your SSDs stay cool even during extended usage.
- Easy Setup and Maintenance: With easy access to the M.2 SSD slots, setup and maintenance are a breeze. Plus, with Thunderbolt technology, it's hot-pluggable for quick drive swaps. Thunderbolt cable included.
When using Express 4M2 with Mac Studio (M2 Max or M2 Ultra) or Mac Pro (M2 Ultra), some drives may require macOS 13.5 or later for proper operation.
Note: Each SSD uses x 1 lane only. To get the full Thunderbolt 3 supported speed you need to install 4 SSD`s and set it to RAID. Only when fitted with 4 SSD`s together they will run on PCIe 3.0 x 4 lanes. Also, note that smaller size SSD`s are generally slower than higher size SSDs.
Elevate your storage capabilities with the OWC Express 4M2, a four-slot Thunderbolt NVMe M.2 SSD enclosure. This sleek and powerful enclosure allows you to supercharge your data storage, making it the perfect companion for professionals, creatives, and anyone in need of rapid and reliable data access. With its versatile design and high-speed Thunderbolt connectivity, the Express 4M2 unlocks a new world of storage possibilities.
Upgrade your storage experience with the OWC Express 4M2 and experience the benefits of ultra-fast NVMe M.2 SSDs combined with the versatility of Thunderbolt connectivity, all in a sleek and compact design.
DisplayPort
Display connection flexibility is yours with a convenient DisplayPort located right on the rear of the OWC Express 4M2. There's no need to worry about adapters or extra long cables. Just plug your display directly into the Express 4M2 and you're all set.
Multi-Drive
Configure and reconfigure your storage however you need by combining multiple OWC Express 4M2 drives together on Mac and Windows. Utilize the amazing capabilities of SoftRAID to RAID across multiple Express 4M2 drives, or add multiple Express 4M2 drives to your storage pool using Windows Storage Spaces. Looking for this unit with SoftRAID software? Click here.
Connect to Thunderbolt and Thunderbolt 2 Systems with Ease
The OWC Express 4M2 is fully backward compatible with Thunderbolt and Thunderbolt 2. Utilize Thunderbolt 3 performance to work at full speed, and step back to Thunderbolt or Thunderbolt 2 whenever connectivity compatibility is needed for your workflow. Add a Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter along with the appropriate Thunderbolt cable, and you're all set.
Quality You Can Trust
Like all OWC drives, the OWC Express 4M2 is built to the highest standards of reliability and performance and Thunderbolt Certified for Mac and Windows. Because 100% reliability is always the goal, Express 4M2 is rigorously quality tested and backed by our one-year limited warranty.
- Thunderbolt 2/Thunderbolt compatibility requires a certified Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) to Thunderbolt 2 (mDP) adapter and a Thunderbolt 2 cable (available separately). This configuration provides data transfer at up to 20Gb/s but does not support notebook charging.
- Advanced RAID features require RAID management software (such as OWC SoftRAID, available separately). For unit with SoftRAID, please Click Here.
Includes
(1) OWC Express 4M2 External Storage Enclosure
(1) 0.7M Thunderbolt Cable
(1) Power Supply and Power Cable
(1) Quick Start Guide for OWC Express 4M2
(1) Assembly Manual & User Guide for OWC Express 4M2
1 Year OWC Limited Warranty
| Number of Bays | 4 |
| Drive Bays |
4 bays supporting: M.2 drives Supports NVMe M.2 SSDs with 2280 form factor and "M Key" connector type. Single- and double-sided SSDs are supported. |
| Mechanisms Supported | NVMe M.2 SSD (2280 Form Factor, M-key, Single or Double Sided) |
| Hot Plug Support | Yes |
| Boot Support | All four drive bays are bootable on macOS. SSDs with 512 byte sectors require macOS 10.13 or later. |
| RAID Capable | Yes |
| RAID Features | Software RAID |
| Power Delivery | Two Thunderbolt 3 ports with 15W power delivery each. |
| Device Ports | (1) Host Port - Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) up to 40 Gb/s (5000 MB/s) (1) Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) Port (1) DisplayPort Port |
| Display Support | Up to one 4K display @ 60Hz, or one 4K display @ 30Hz, or two 4K displays @ 60Hz |
| Display Support by Port | DisplayPort 1.2: Up to 4K @ 60Hz |
| Data Transfer Rate (Maximum) | Thunderbolt 3 : Up to 40 Gb/s (or 5000 MB/s) |
| Chipset | (1) Thunderbolt 3 - Alpine Ridge DSL6540 |
| MTBF (Mean Time Between Failures) | Varies depending on drive mechanism installed |
| Contact Start Stops | Varies depending on drive mechanism installed |
| Host Port Requirements | Thunderbolt (USB-C) port (backward compatible with Thunderbolt 2/Thunderbolt1) |
| Mac OS Compatibility | macOS 10.12 Sierra to recent |
| PC OS Compatibility | Windows 11 Windows 10 32-bit Edition Windows 10 64-bit Edition Windows Server 2016 |
| Driver Required | No |
| Other Requirements | When using Express 4M2 with Mac Studio (M2 Max or M2 Ultra) or Mac Pro (M2 Ultra), some drives may require macOS 13.5 or later for proper operation. When using one or more SSDs with 512 byte sectors, macOS 10.13 or later is required. |
| External Power Adapter | Yes |
| Power Supply | External UL-listed universal auto-switching power supply |
| AC Input / DC Output | 100-240V, 50-60Hz, 1-2A / +12V, 6A |
| Wattage | 72W |
| Cooling | (1) 60mm 2,800RPM cooling fan |
| Security Slot | No |
| Power/Activity LED | Yes |
| Housing Color | Black |
| Housing Material | Aluminum |
| Dimensions | Height: 6.0 cm (2.4 in) Length: 11.3 cm (4.4 in) Width: 13.6 cm (5.4 in) |
| Weight | 800.0 g (1.76 lbs) |
| Certifications | CE FCC |
| Ambient Temperature | Operating: 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C) Non-Operating: -4°F to 158°F (-20°C to 70°C) |
| Altitude | Operating: -304.8 m to 3,048.0 m (-1,000 ft to 10,000 ft) Non-Operating: -304.8 m to 12,192.0 m (-1,000 ft to 40,000 ft |
Compatibility
iMac | 2017 iMac18,2 - A1418 - EMC3069
iMac | 2017 iMac18,3 - A1419 - EMC3070
iMac | 2019 iMac19,1 - A2115 - EMC3194
iMac | 2019 iMac19,2 - A2116 - EMC3195
iMac | 2020 iMac20,1 - A2115 - EMC3442
iMac | 2020 iMac20,2 - A2115 - EMC3442
iMac | 2021 iMac21,1 - A2438 - EMC3663 - M1
iMac | 2021 iMac21,2 - A2439 - EMC3664 - M1
iMacPro | 2017 iMacPro1,1 - A1862 - EMC3144
MacBookAir | 2018 MacBookAir8,1 - A1932 - EMC3184
MacBookAir | 2019 MacBookAir8,2 - A1932 - EMC3184
MacBookAir | 2020 MacBookAir9,1 - A2179 - EMC3302
MacBookAir | 2020 MacBookAir10,1 - A2337 - EMC3598 - M1
MacBookAir | 2022 Mac14,2 - A2681 - EMC4074 - M2
MacBookAir | 2023 Mac14,15 - A2941 - EMC8301 - M2
MacBookPro | 2016 MacBookPro13,1 - A1708 - EMC2978
MacBookPro | 2016 MacBookPro13,2 - A1706 - EMC3071
MacBookPro | 2017 MacBookPro13,3 - A1707 - EMC3072
MacBookPro | 2017 MacBookPro14,1 - A1708 - EMC3164
MacBookPro | 2017 MacBookPro14,2 - A1706 - EMC3163
MacBookPro | 2017 MacBookPro14,3 - A1707 - EMC3162
MacBookPro | 2018 MacBookPro15,1 - A1990 - EMC3215
MacBookPro | 2018 MacBookPro15,2 - A1989 - EMC3214
MacBookPro | 2018 MacBookPro15,3 - A1990 - EMC3215
MacBookPro | 2019 MacBookPro15,1 - A1990 - EMC3359
MacBookPro | 2019 MacBookPro15,2 - A1989 - EMC3358
MacBookPro | 2019 MacBookPro15,3 - A1990 - EMC3359
MacBookPro | 2019 MacBookPro15,4 - A2159 - EMC3301
MacBookPro | 2019 MacBookPro16,1 - A2141 - EMC3347
MacBookPro | 2019 MacBookPro16,4 - A2141 - EMC3347
MacBookPro | 2020 MacBookPro16,2 - A2251 - EMC3348
MacBookPro | 2020 MacBookPro16,3 - A2289 - EMC3456
MacBookPro | 2020 MacBookPro17,1 - A2338 - EMC3578 - M1
MacBookPro | 2021 MacBookPro18,1 - A2485 - EMC3651 - M1 Pro
MacBookPro | 2021 MacBookPro18,2 - A2485 - EMC3651 - M1 MAX
MacBookPro | 2021 MacBookPro18,3 - A2442 - EMC3650 - M1 Pro
MacBookPro | 2021 MacBookPro18,4 - A2442 - EMC3650 - M1 Max
MacBookPro | 2022 Mac14,7 - A2338 - EMC8162 - M2
MacBookPro | 2023 Mac14,10 - A2780 M2 Pro
MacBookPro | 2023 Mac14,5 - A2779 M2 Max
MacBookPro | 2023 Mac14,6 - A2780 M2 Max
MacBookPro | 2023 Mac14,9 - A2779 M2 Pro
Mac Pro | 2019 MacPro7,1 - A1991 - EMC3203
Mac Pro | 2023 Mac14,8 - A2786 - EMC8163 - M2 Ultra
Mac Pro Rack | 2019 MacPro7,1 - A2304 - EMC3413
Mac Pro Rack | 2023 Mac14,8 - A2787 - EMC8164 - M2 Ultra
Mac Studio | 2022 Mac13,1 - A2615 - EMC3988 - M1 Max
Mac Studio | 2022 Mac13,2 - A2615 - EMC3988 - M1 Ultra
Mac Studio | 2023 Mac14,14 - A2901 - EMC8292 - M2 Ultra
Mac Studio | 2023 Mac14,13 - A2901 - EMC8292 - M2 Max
Macmini | 2018 Macmini8,1 - A1993 - EMC3213
Macmini | 2020 Macmini9,1 - A2348 - EMC3569 - M1
Macmini | 2023 Mac14,3 - A2686 - EMC8003 - M2
Macmini | 2023 Mac14,12 - A2816 - EMC8180 - M2 Pro
MacBook | 2015 MacBook8,1 - A1534 - EMC2746 - Core M
MacBook | 2016 MacBook9,1 - A1534 - EMC2991
MacBook | 2017 MacBook10,1 - A1534 - EMC3099
