“Does this unit have enough power to run a mechanical HDD? Or is it only for SSD?”
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It works with spindled 2.5" laptop drives, but NOT for 3.5" desktop drives. those need additional power
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Yes it does but make sure it is a 2.5 inch hdd and not 3.5 inch. It does not work with desktop hdd only with laptop/2.5 inch’s
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.The Insignia™ 2.5" SATA to USB-C HDD Enclosure is designed to work with both mechanical hard drives (HDDs) and solid-state drives (SSDs). The enclosure provides sufficient power to operate a standard 2.5" SATA HDD or SSD. However, it's important to note that the performance of a mechanical HDD may be limited by the USB-C interface, especially when transferring large files or accessing data sequentially. If you prioritize maximum performance, especially for high-capacity HDDs, consider using a USB 3.0 or Thunderbolt enclosure. - Mae | Insignia Support | https://www.bestbuy.com/site/brands/best-buy-brands/pcmcat1596746025285.c?id=pcmcat1596746025285
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