ORICO CNM2-U4-GY USB4 External M.2 SSD Enclosure Launches at 11,599 JPY

ORICO Technologies released the CNM2-U4-GY external M.2 SSD enclosure on June 10, 2026. The device connects to host systems via USB4 and supports Thunderbolt 3 and Thunderbolt 4 connections. It targets users who need high-speed portable storage with active cooling for sustained performance.

Active cooling and ASM2464 controller enable sustained performance for up to 8TB drives

The enclosure uses the ASMedia ASM2464 controller to manage data transfer between the drive and the host interface. It accepts M-Key NVMe SSDs in four form factors: 2230, 2242, 2260, and 2280. The unit supports drives with a maximum capacity of 8TB.

Specifications

• Controller: ASMedia ASM2464
• Interface: USB4, Thunderbolt 3/4, up to 40Gbps (Type-C) and 10Gbps (Type-A)
• Supported SSDs: M-Key NVMe in 2230, 2242, 2260, or 2280 form factors
• Max Capacity: 8TB
• Cooling: Built-in fan with aluminum alloy housing and silicone pad

ORICO equipped the CNM2-U4-GY with an aluminum alloy housing, a built-in fan, and a silicone cooling pad to manage heat. Independent testing recorded sequential read speeds of 3,554 MB/s during operation. The device provides dual connectivity options through its included cables, offering up to 40Gbps over USB Type-C and up to 10Gbps over USB Type-A.

The product carries compatibility warnings for older hardware environments. It functions reliably with Intel 12th generation processors and newer Windows systems, as well as Apple Macs equipped with M1 or M2 chips. The manufacturer advises against using the enclosure with Crucial P3 Plus, WD Black SN750, and Samsung 970 EVO Plus drives due to potential compatibility issues.

ORICO lists the standard retail price at 11,599 JPY on Amazon.co.jp in Japan. A promotional discount reduces the cost to 7,539 JPY when customers apply a specific coupon code before June 16, 2026.

The CNM2-U4-GY joins a crowded market for high-performance external storage enclosures that prioritize thermal management and multi-interface support. It offers a practical solution for users who require Thunderbolt compatibility alongside standard USB4 connectivity without relying on passive cooling alone.