ASUS ROG STRIX Arion Aluminum M.2 NVMe SSD External Portable Case

Description

The ASUS ROG STRIX Arion is a premium external M.2 NVMe SSD enclosure designed for high-speed performance and sleek aesthetics. Here’s a breakdown of its key features:

🔧 Key Features:

• Material & Build:

  • Made from aluminum alloy with thermal pads for passive heat dissipation.

  • Includes RGB lighting accents in typical ROG style.

  • Tool-free installation using a pin-eject system—no screwdriver needed.

• Interface & Speed:

  • USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C interface (10 Gbps).

  • Backward compatible with USB 3.1/3.0/2.0.

  • Comes with both USB-C to USB-C and USB-C to USB-A cables.

• SSD Compatibility:

  • Supports M.2 PCIe NVMe SSDs (NOT SATA).

  • Fits 2280, 2260, 2242, and 2230 form factors.

  • Compatible with M key and B+M key SSDs.

• Cooling:

  • Integrated thermal pads and heatsink design help maintain optimal temps.

• Design:

  • ROG aesthetic, compact size, and rugged aluminum shell.

⚠️ Important Compatibility Notes:

• Does NOT support SATA-based M.2 SSDs. Only NVMe PCIe drives are supported.

• For full 10 Gbps performance, ensure you’re using:

  • A compatible NVMe SSD.

  • A USB 3.2 Gen 2 port on your computer.

  • The provided USB-C to C cable (or a certified equivalent).

🔌 Ideal Use Cases:

• High-speed portable storage.

• External SSD for gaming, video editing, or bootable OS environments.

• Quick cloning or data recovery tool for NVMe drives.

If you’re considering using it for data recovery or SSD testing (like you might at Trilex Fix), it’s a reliable tool as long as you’re working with PCIe NVMe drives.

Would you like help finding compatible SSDs or a guide for installing one in this enclosure?