CRU DataPort 25 Drive Enclosure Internal

The CRU DataPort 25 Drive Enclosure Internal is crafted for professionals who demand durable, high-performance storage in compact spaces. This palm-sized, stainless steel housing turns any standard 3.5" floppy drive bay into a flexible, removable storage solution for one or two 2.5" hard disk drives. Built for rugged environments—from field deployments to enterprise workstations—the DataPort 25 combines reliability with practical design, making it an excellent choice for small form factor (SFF) systems where maximizing space and uptime is essential. Its simple, tool-free drive carriers support fast drive swaps, reducing maintenance time and downtime in demanding settings. With dual-drive capability, you gain expanded storage capacity and the option to configure redundancy or performance modes in accordance with your host controller and storage strategy. Whether you’re upgrading an aging server, outfitting a portable data station, or expanding internal storage in a compact PC, the DataPort 25 delivers durable, accessible storage without compromising form factor or ease of use.

• Rugged, palm-sized stainless steel housing: Engineered for durability in harsh environments, the DataPort 25 stays resilient against dust, vibration, and physical wear while remaining compact enough to fit in tight spaces.
• One or two removable 2.5" HDD drives in a standard 3.5" bay: This versatile enclosure accepts either a single 2.5" drive or a pair, enabling scalable storage in a single, compact unit without multiple chassis or complex mounting hardware.
• Converts a traditional 3.5" floppy drive bay into modern removable storage: By leveraging existing chassis with a familiar bay, you gain contemporary drive capacity without redesigning your system or motherboard layout.
• Dual-drive configuration with flexible protection: The two-drive setup increases total capacity and supports RAID-ready configurations when paired with the appropriate host controller for improved data protection and performance options.
• Hot-swappable, tool-free drive carriers for quick maintenance: Swap drives without power-down interruptions, making it ideal for field work, data capture stations, and IT environments where uptime matters.

Technical Details of CRU DataPort 25 Drive Enclosure Internal

• Drive compatibility: One or two 2.5" hard disk drives in removable carrier trays.
• Form factor: Internal enclosure designed to fit inside a standard 3.5" floppy drive bay.
• Material and build: Palm-sized, heavy-duty stainless steel construction for rugged use and long-term durability.
• Storage configuration: Supports single-drive or dual-drive configurations to expand capacity; RAID options depend on host controller capabilities.
• Design objective: Convert legacy 3.5" bays into modern removable storage with easy drive access and maintenance.

How to install CRU DataPort 25 Drive Enclosure Internal

• Power down the host system, unplug from power, and disconnect any connected peripherals to ensure safe installation.
• Open the chassis and locate a spare 3.5" floppy drive bay where the DataPort 25 will be mounted.
• Remove any blanking plates or existing tray to prepare the bay for the DataPort 25 enclosure.
• Insert one or two 2.5" drives into the removable carriers provided with the DataPort 25, ensuring each drive is seated firmly and secured in its tray.
• Slide the DataPort 25 into the 3.5" bay until it seats fully. Attach any required power and data connections to the drives via the host controller and the enclosure’s connectors, following the included wiring guidelines.
• Secure the DataPort 25 with the appropriate screws or mounting hardware, reassemble the chassis, and power the system back on. Use the operating system’s disk management tools to initialize or format the new volumes as needed.

Frequently asked questions

• What is the CRU DataPort 25 Drive Enclosure Internal?

  The DataPort 25 is an internal removable drive enclosure that fits into a standard 3.5" floppy bay and houses one or two 2.5" drives in removable carriers, delivering compact, rugged storage for small form factor systems.

• What drives are compatible?

  It supports standard 2.5" hard disk drives in removable trays, enabling easy upgrades and replacements without removing the enclosure from the chassis.

• Is it hot-swappable?

  Yes. The removable drive carriers are designed for quick swaps, allowing maintenance and drive upgrades with minimal downtime, subject to proper host controller support and system policies.

• Where can I install this enclosure?

  It is intended for internal use, fitting into a standard 3.5" floppy drive bay inside desktops, servers, or compact workstations, making it ideal for space-constrained environments.

• What are the benefits of a dual-drive setup?

  A dual-drive configuration increases total capacity and can enable RAID configurations through the host controller, providing options for data redundancy or improved performance depending on the system configuration.