{"product_id":"12-7mm-universal-for-sata-2nd-hdd-ssd-hard-drive-caddy-cd-dvd-rom-optical-bay-us","title":"12.7mm Universal for SATA 2nd HDD SSD Hard Drive Caddy CD\/DVD-ROM Optical Bay US","description":"\u003ch2\u003e12.7mm Universal SATA 2nd HDD SSD Hard Drive Caddy\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch4\u003eOverview\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch4\u003eBuilt For Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eConstructed with a durable aluminum frame to assist with heat dissipation during drive operation.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStandard 12.7mm height ensures a proper fit in large-format laptop optical bays.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntegrated SATA interface provides reliable data transfer speeds for both HDDs and SSDs.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIncludes built-in mounting screws to firmly secure the storage drive inside the caddy.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlug and play functionality allows the drive to be recognized by the system BIOS without special software.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch4\u003eOn-The-Job Use\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdding secondary storage capacity for high-resolution media libraries or database files.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReplacing a non-functional or obsolete CD\/DVD-ROM drive with modern high-speed storage.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eConfiguring a dedicated drive for automated system backups or secondary operating systems.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch4\u003eSpecs At A Glance\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12.7mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInterface\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSATA to SATA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrive Support\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5 inch SATA HDD or SSD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAluminum and Plastic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch4\u003eGood To Know\u003c\/h4\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Will this caddy fit into a slim laptop that uses a 9.5mm drive? \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can the original plastic faceplate from the DVD drive be used with this caddy? \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSlight variation in finish or dimensions may occur between production runs, and fit can depend on serial number, so confirm compatibility before ordering.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Solid Spare","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44780292243542,"sku":"ZZ2U00067","price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/8460\/0662\/files\/10_816f055b-50e9-4f81-bb36-7fb95b1fbe3f.jpg?v=1779666079","url":"https:\/\/www.solidspare.com\/products\/12-7mm-universal-for-sata-2nd-hdd-ssd-hard-drive-caddy-cd-dvd-rom-optical-bay-us","provider":"Solid Spare","version":"1.0","type":"link"}