



OWC Mercury Elite Pro 3.5" Enclosure (USB 3.1 Gen 1 / FireWire 800 / eSATA)
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Product Information
Overview
OWC Mercury Elite Pro: Reliable, High-Performance Storage
Discover the OWC Mercury Elite Pro, a robust external storage enclosure designed to elevate your data management experience. Crafted for 3.5-inch SATA drives, this enclosure combines durability, versatility, and high performance to meet the demands of professionals and enthusiasts alike. If you're a photographer, videographer, or business user, this device ensures your data is secure, accessible, and ready to support your creative and professional endeavours.
Unmatched Performance for Seamless Workflows
Experience blazing-fast data transfer speeds with the Mercury Elite Pro, capable of reaching up to 300MB/s. Powered by next-generation chipsets and optimised for the fastest SATA drive mechanisms, this enclosure delivers exceptional performance. Transfer large files, such as high-resolution videos or extensive photo libraries, in moments, allowing you to focus on your work without waiting on your storage solution.
Versatile Connectivity for Any Setup
The Mercury Elite Pro offers unparalleled flexibility with USB 3.2 (5Gb/s), dual FireWire 800, and eSATA ports, ensuring compatibility with virtually any system. Whether you're using a Mac, PC, or legacy hardware, the included cables make setup effortless, allowing you to plug and play with ease. This versatility ensures your storage solution adapts to your needs, providing reliable access to your data across multiple devices.
Built to Last, Designed for Portability
Encased in a rugged aluminium shell with shock isolation, the Mercury Elite Pro is engineered for durability and portability. Its compact design makes it easy to take your data on the go, whether you're heading to a client meeting or a remote shoot. The fanless, quiet operation ensures a distraction-free environment, allowing you to focus on your tasks without the hum of cooling fans.
Styled to Complement Your Workspace
With its sleek, modern design, the Mercury Elite Pro is crafted to enhance any workspace. Inspired by the aesthetic of the Mac Pro, this enclosure blends seamlessly with your setup, adding a touch of sophistication while delivering top-tier functionality.
Reliable Storage for Your Most Important Data
Protect your critical files with confidence. The Mercury Elite Pro combines premium components and a robust design to ensure long-lasting reliability. From backing up essential business documents and archiving creative projects, to storing cherished memories, this enclosure provides the peace of mind that your data is safe and secure, ready when you need it.
- Boost your productivity with lightning-fast data transfers reaching up to 300 MB/s, powered by advanced chipsets and optimised SATA drive compatibility, ensuring large files like 4K videos or RAW photo libraries move in seconds
- Seamlessly connect to any system with USB 3.2 (5Gb/s), dual FireWire 800, and eSATA ports, providing plug-and-play flexibility for Mac, PC, or legacy hardware, saving you time and hassle
- Work in peace with fanless, silent operation, eliminating distracting noise while editing audio, video, or sensitive projects in any environment
- Protect your critical data with a rugged aluminium enclosure featuring shock isolation, designed to withstand daily use and travel, giving you confidence in your storage solution
- Elevate your workspace with a sleek, Mac Pro-inspired design that combines style and functionality, making it a perfect fit for any professional or creative setup
Video
How to Install a 3.5-inch Hard Drive in an OWC Mercury Elite Pro
OWC's step-by-step video of how to install a hard drive in the OWC Mercury Elite Pro with USB, FireWire, & eSATA interfaces.
Specifications
- 1 bay supporting: 3.5-inch SATA HDDs, 3.5-inch SATA SSDs
- 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-B port
- 1 x eSATA 3Gb/s port
- 2 x FireWire 800 ports
- FireWire 400: up to 400Mb/s (or 50MB/s)
- FireWire 800: up to 800Mb/s (or 100MB/s)
- USB 2.0: up to 480Mb/s (or 60MB/s)
- USB 3.2 Gen 1: up to 5Gb/s (or 625MB/s)
- eSATA Rev 1.x: up to 1.5Gb/s (or 187.5MB/s)
- eSATA Rev 2.x: up to 3Gb/s (or 375MB/s)
- JMicron JMB355 / JMicron JMS562
- Varies depending on drive mechanism installed
- Varies depending on drive mechanism installed
- USB (USB-C or USB-A), Thunderbolt (USB-C), eSATA, or FireWire 400/800 port
- Mac OS 8.6
- Mac OS 9.0
- Mac OS 9.1
- Mac OS 9.2
- Mac OS X 10.0 Cheetah
- Mac OS X 10.1 Puma
- Mac OS X 10.2 Jaguar
- Mac OS X 10.3 Panther
- Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger
- Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard
- Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard
- Mac OS X 10.7 Lion
- Mac OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion
- OS X 10.9 Mavericks
- OS X 10.10 Yosemite
- OS X 10.11 El Capitan
- macOS 10.12 Sierra
- macOS 10.13 High Sierra
- macOS 10.14 Mojave
- macOS 10.15 Catalina
- macOS 11.x Big Sur
- macOS 12.x Monterey
- macOS 13.x Ventura
- macOS 14.x Sonoma
- macOS 15.x Sequoia
- Windows XP
- Windows XP 64-bit Edition
- Windows XP Professional Edition
- Windows Vista
- Windows 7 32-bit Edition
- Windows 7 64-bit Edition
- Windows 8 32-bit Edition
- Windows 8 64-bit Edition
- Windows 8.1 32-bit Edition
- Windows 8.1 64-bit Edition
- Windows 10 32-bit Edition
- Windows 10 64-bit Edition
- Windows Server 2019
- Windows Server 2022
- Windows 11
- Linux supported via USB and FireWire interfaces
- Mac OS X 10.2 or later required for FireWire 800 and USB 3.0
- Yes
- External UL-listed universal auto-switching power supply
- 50/60Hz
- +12V, 3.0A
- Yes
- H: 117 x L: 229 x W: 38 mm
- 1200 g
What's in the box
- 1 x OWC Mercury Elite Pro External Storage Enclosure
- 1 x 0.9 m High Quality Double Shielded eSATA Cable
- 1 x 0.9 m High Quality Double Shielded FireWire 800 Cable
- 1 x 0.9 m High Quality Double Shielded USB-B to USB-A Cable
- 1 x Power Supply
- 1 x Vertical Stand
- 1 x Mercury Elite Pro Assembly Manual & User Guide
Manufacturer Information
Part Number
OWCME3QHKIT0GBWarranty
- 1 Year Limited Warranty
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