ASUS ProArt PA40SU M.2 NVMe USB4 SSD Enclosure – Up to 40Gbps

The ASUS ProArt PA40SU is a USB4 M.2 NVMe SSD enclosure designed for professional creators who need fast, reliable external storage in a compact, portable form. Connecting via a USB-C port, the enclosure supports USB4 technology to deliver data transfer speeds of up to 40Gbps, enabling rapid offloading of large video projects, 3D assets, and high-resolution RAW files. At the heart of the PA40SU's thermal management is a four-level smart cooling fan that actively regulates temperature during intensive workloads. According to ASUS, the enclosure maintains an acoustic profile of just 18.2 dB(A) even under heavy data transfers, keeping noise levels low in quiet studio environments. Internal testing by ASUS transferred up to 2,960 GB of data in 30 minutes of continuous use without thermal throttling, when paired with a Phison PS5027-E27T Gen4 SSD — actual results will vary based on the SSD used. The ultraslim 13.5 mm profile and Stealth Black finish make the PA40SU easy to carry in a bag or slide into a studio rack without drawing attention. Installation requires no tools: a push-to-open mechanism lets you seat or swap an M.2 SSD in seconds. The enclosure is compatible with M.2 NVMe SSDs in both 2230 and 2280 form factors and works with macOS 14.4 or later, Windows 11, and Windows 10. The exclusive ProArt SSD Dashboard software provides real-time visibility into drive health, status, and performance through a dedicated monitoring interface, helping creators stay informed about storage conditions at a glance. Verified Specifications: • Interface: USB4 with USB-C connector • Maximum transfer speed: up to 40 Gbps • Compatible SSD form factors: M.2 PCIe 2230, M.2 PCIe 2280 • Profile thickness: 13.5 mm • Noise level: 18.2 dB(A) during operation • Operating voltage: 5 V • Operating temperature: 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) • Storage temperature: -40 °C to 60 °C (-40 °F to 140 °F) • Operating humidity: 15–90% non-condensing • Storage humidity: 10–90% non-condensing • OS compatibility: macOS 14.4 or later, Windows 11, Windows 10 • Colour: Stealth Black • Warranty: 1 year