OWC / Other World Computing Express 1M2 8TB USB4 Portable NVMe M.2 External SSD

For professionals and enthusiasts seeking superior data storage solutions, the Express 1M2 8TB USB4 Portable NVMe M.2 External SSD offers unparalleled speed, compatibility, and reliability. This ultra-fast portable SSD is the ultimate tool for content creators, allowing you to build your own custom drive or opt for a ready-to-run solution powered by advanced OWC Aura SSD technology.

The Express 1M2 is designed to maximize the performance capabilities of USB4 equipped Macs and PCs, making it the fastest single portable SSD in our offering. Experience astonishing data transfer speeds of up to 3151MB/s when used with most 2020 and newer Macs and PCs. It also offers impressive performance and flexible compatibility with a wide range of Thunderbolt and USB-C machines and devices.

As a trusted partner of Intel and recognized experts in Thunderbolt technology, we ensure that the Express 1M2 adheres to Intel specifications, unlike budget brands that may compromise on speed and reliability. The USB4 connectivity of the Express 1M2 guarantees maximum speed and reliability, allowing you to build the drive of your dreams without any limitations.

The Express 1M2 offers the power of DIY, allowing you to equip it with a brand-new drive, repurpose an existing drive, or choose a pre-built OWC reliable solution. It supports any NVMe M.2 2230, 2242, or 2280 SSD, including OWC Aura SSDs up to 8.0TB capacity, and is future-ready for 16TB and beyond.

Designed to handle demanding needs, the Express 1M2 features a solid aluminum heat sink design for optimal heat dissipation, ensuring consistent maximum performance without thermal throttling. Its rugged enclosure securely protects your drive, and it offers cross-platform compatibility with Macs and PCs using OWC MacDrive software (available separately).

Ideal for photo and video professionals, DITs, and performance enthusiasts, the Express 1M2 can handle demanding content including 8K RAW video, 4K slow-motion video, ProRes, and ultra-high resolution pictures in both RAW and compressed formats. It offers blazingly fast data cloning speeds, making it a top choice for data backup and editing.

At OWC, we prioritize the reliability of your data and the longevity of our products. Our data storage products undergo rigorous development testing and certification processes, and are subjected to extreme real-world abuses. Choose the Express 1M2 8TB USB4 Portable NVMe M.2 External SSD for a data storage solution that delivers on speed, reliability, and performance.