ORICO 7688U3/C3 3.5-Inch SATA Hard Drive Enclosure – USB External Storage | Black (New)

Convert a compatible internal 3.5-inch SATA hard drive into an external storage drive with the ORICO 7688U3/C3 Hard Drive Enclosure. It provides a practical solution for storing files, creating backups, accessing an existing hard drive or reusing storage removed from a desktop computer.

The enclosure supports one compatible 3.5-inch SATA hard drive. Its vertical design takes up less desk space, while the aluminium-alloy housing helps protect the installed drive and dissipate heat during operation.

An integrated power switch allows the enclosure to be switched off when it is not required. The status indicator displays power and drive activity during use.

Key Features

💾 3.5-Inch SATA Drive Support – Designed for a compatible desktop-size SATA hard drive
⚡ USB 3.0 Connectivity – Provides fast file transfers with compatible computers
📁 External File Storage – Suitable for documents, photographs, videos and backups
🛡️ Protective Enclosure – Helps protect the installed hard drive during use
🌡️ Aluminium-Alloy Housing – Assists with heat dissipation
📐 Vertical Design – Reduces the amount of desk space required
🔘 Independent Power Switch – Easily switch the enclosure on or off
💡 Drive-Activity Indicator – Displays power and data-access status
🔩 Secure Drive Installation – Holds the hard drive securely inside the housing
💻 Wide System Compatibility – Suitable for compatible Windows, macOS and Linux computers

Specifications

Brand: ORICO
Product Range: 7688 Series
Model: 7688U3/C3
Product Type: External Hard Drive Enclosure
Number of Drive Bays: One
Supported Drive Type: 3.5-Inch SATA Hard Drive
External Connection: USB
USB Standard: USB 3.0
Housing Material: Aluminium Alloy and ABS
Installation Type: Internal Hard Drive Installed Inside the Enclosure
Indicator Light: Power and Drive-Activity Indicator
Power Switch: Yes
Power Source: External Power Adapter
Colour: Black
Operating-System Compatibility: Compatible Windows, macOS and Linux Systems
Functions: External Storage, File Transfer, Data Backup and Hard-Drive Reuse
Hard Drive Included: No
Storage Capacity: Determined by the separately installed hard drive

Condition

New
✅ Brand New
✅ Genuine ORICO Product
✅ 3.5-Inch SATA Drive Support
✅ Aluminium-Alloy Housing
✅ External Power Adapter Included
✅ Ready for Hard-Drive Installation

What’s Included

1 × ORICO 7688U3/C3 3.5-Inch SATA Hard Drive Enclosure
1 × USB Data Cable
1 × External Power Adapter
1 × Installation Hardware

The hard drive and storage capacity are not included.

Perfect For

💾 Reusing a Desktop Hard Drive – Convert an internal SATA drive into external storage
📁 File Storage – Store documents, photographs, videos and other files
🛡️ Data Backups – Create an external backup drive
🔧 Computer Repairs – Access files from a hard drive removed from another computer
🎬 Media Storage – Store large video, photograph and music collections
🏢 Home and Office Use – Add external storage to a compatible computer
🗄️ File Archiving – Store files that are not required on the computer’s internal drive

Safety Information

⚠️ This enclosure is designed for a compatible 3.5-inch SATA hard drive.
🔌 Disconnect the enclosure from power before installing or removing a hard drive.
⚡ Use suitable anti-static precautions when handling the bare drive.
🌡️ Keep the enclosure uncovered and allow adequate airflow during operation.
💾 Back up important files before formatting or repartitioning the installed drive.
🛡️ Safely eject the drive through the operating system before switching it off or disconnecting it.