The IOGEAR 2.5" eSATA 3Gbps / USB 2.0 Combo ION Drive Enclosure is the ultimate eSATA hard disk enclosure. It converts an internal SATA drive into an external eSATA or USB 2.0 drive, allowing you to bring your data with you wherever you go. When with an eSATA enabled computer the IOGEAR 2.5" eSATA 3Gbps / USB 2.0 Combo ION Drive Enclosure supports blazing fast transfer rates of up to 3Gbps. The drive also provides versatile hot-swap capabilities, giving you the freedom to add or remove a drive without re-booting your computer. The hard disk enclosure supports a wide variety of hard drives from major manufacturers, including Maxtor, Fujitsu, Seagate, IBM, Hitachi, Samsung, Western Digital, as well as many other manufactures. The fan-less, slim aluminum design is quiet, power efficient, and effectively cools the drive during operation. With virtually unlimited storage possibilities the IOGEAR 2.5" eSATA 3Gbps / USB 2.0 Combo ION Drive Enclosure is perfect for mobile professionals or those who want the freedom and power to take their data wherever they go.