Vantec NexStar HX, 3.5" SATA - Review

If you are someone who loves to have extra storage capacity and wants to store your important data, files, pictures, and videos in a safe place, you must have a good hard drive enclosure. The Vantec NexStar HX, 3.5" SATA III Hard Drive Enclosure USB 3.0 with Fan (NST-387S3-BK) is a great option to consider.

Design:

The Vantec NexStar HX is designed for large capacity drives which ensure sufficient space for storing large files. It comes with an aluminum casing that acts as a heatsink to cool down your hard drive and vents to exhaust hot air to let cool air in. The design of this hard drive enclosure also provides shock resistance which protects your hard drive from damage.

Performance:

The Vantec NexStar HX is a SATA III specification hard drive enclosure meaning it has a max transfer rate of 6Gbps. This specification is backward compatible with SATA II/I hard drives. To enhance the maximum performance of the hard drive for Windows 10, Vantec NexStar HX adopts UASP. It also comes with a large 60mm fan with on and off/variable switch that ensures your hard drive stays cool.

The maximum transfer rates of the Vantec NexStar HX go up to 5Gbps with USB 3.0. The Hi-Quality Shielded USB 3.0 cable ensures data integrity and speed. It also supports USB 2.0 and 1.1. Installing the hard drive into the enclosure is very easy and user-friendly. It is hot-swappable which makes it easy to plug and play without rebooting. The best part is that you don't need any drivers (NDN) for Windows OS and OSX.

Reviews:

Vantec NexStar HX has 3.8 out of 5 stars with 110 reviews. Many customers who purchased this product have reported that it is easy to install and has a great build quality. The reviews also noted that the fan in the hard drive enclosure is very quiet, and there is no noticeable noise even when the hard drive is in use.

However, some reviews reported that the fan sometimes didn't turn off even when they switched it off manually. Some customers also experienced compatibility issues with some operating systems.

Conclusion:

The Vantec NexStar HX, 3.5" SATA III Hard Drive Enclosure USB 3.0 with Fan (NST-387S3-BK) is a good option for those who are looking to add extra storage capacity, especially for large files. It has an excellent build quality, easy to install and use, and a quiet fan that ensures your hard drive always stays cool. The only disadvantage of this product is the compatibility issue which may arise for some operating systems. However, given the features and the price of the Vantec NexStar HX, it is definitely worth considering.

Vantec NexStar HX, 3.5" SATA

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