12.7mm Universal for SATA 2nd HDD SSD Hard Drive Caddy CD/DVD-ROM Optical Bay US

12.7mm Universal SATA 2nd HDD SSD Hard Drive Caddy

This 12.7mm Universal SATA 2nd HDD SSD Hard Drive Caddy replaces a standard internal optical drive to allow for the installation of an additional 2.5 inch storage drive.

Overview

The 12.7mm Universal SATA 2nd HDD SSD Hard Drive Caddy is a hardware mounting frame designed to increase the internal data capacity of a laptop computer. This 12.7mm Universal SATA 2nd HDD SSD Hard Drive Caddy fits into the existing 12.7mm optical bay slot to provide a secure connection for a secondary hard drive or solid state drive. It is an essential component for users who require expanded local storage for large files and backups without the need for external enclosures.

Built For Performance

• Constructed with a durable aluminum frame to assist with heat dissipation during drive operation.
• Standard 12.7mm height ensures a proper fit in large-format laptop optical bays.
• Integrated SATA interface provides reliable data transfer speeds for both HDDs and SSDs.
• Includes built-in mounting screws to firmly secure the storage drive inside the caddy.
• Plug and play functionality allows the drive to be recognized by the system BIOS without special software.

On-The-Job Use

• Adding secondary storage capacity for high-resolution media libraries or database files.
• Replacing a non-functional or obsolete CD/DVD-ROM drive with modern high-speed storage.
• Configuring a dedicated drive for automated system backups or secondary operating systems.

Specs At A Glance

Good To Know

Q: Will this caddy fit into a slim laptop that uses a 9.5mm drive? A: This unit is 12.7mm thick and is designed specifically for standard laptop bays, so it will not physically fit into the thinner 9.5mm or 9.0mm slots.

Q: Can the original plastic faceplate from the DVD drive be used with this caddy? A: Most laptop bezels can be detached from the original optical drive and snapped onto the front of this caddy to maintain the factory appearance of the machine.

Slight variation in finish or dimensions may occur between production runs, and fit can depend on serial number, so confirm compatibility before ordering.