Wavlink Technology via Newegg has
Wavlink 4-Bay HDD/SSD 10Gbps Max 88TB Capacity Expansion Enclosure w/ Controlled Cooling Fans (Aluminum Shell; RapidFire H4-K35284A) on sale for
$99.99.
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Details:
- Storage Versatility: 4x SATA 6Gbit/s bays support 3.5" and 2.5" HDDs/SSDs (up to 4x22TB); 2.5" drives require additional mounting brackets (not included)
- Blazing Fast Transfer: USB 3.2 Type-C port delivers up to 10Gbps data speeds
- Enhanced Connectivity: Extra USB 3.2 Type-C port + HDMI output supporting 4K@60Hz (requires host USB-C with video output)
- Premium Build & Cooling: Aluminum construction with dual fans that auto-activate at 48°C for optimal drive temperatures
- Hot-Swappable: Independent ON/OFF switches per bay for easy drive swapping without powering down the system
Top Comments
So it requires your PC to have display over USBC and then your laptop / PC is connected to this - the HDMI out becomes active.
Community Reviews
Wavlink's RapidFire is a 4-bay SATA enclosure that stands out for its 10Gbps USB-C connection, 4K HDMI output, and individual drive power switches. The HDMI port can act as an alternate display over USB-C, which makes it appealing as a desk or laptop dock setup, and the enclosure can be used for fast backups or even RAIDing four SSDs. The main drawbacks are the 10Gbps ceiling, the need for separate 2.5-inch adapters, and reports of drives not being detected or dropping out. Noise and heat also come up, with the small fan running loudly and drives getting hot under load.
Common Questions (5)
The HDMI port works as an alternate display over USB-C, so the connected PC must support display over USB-C for it to activate. If your setup already uses an alternate-display USB-C connection, the HDMI output may not work or may only mirror the screen.
Yes, it is limited to 10Gbps over USB-C, and that is the main performance complaint. For a 4-bay enclosure, that cap can bottleneck faster SSD setups and makes it less appealing for users expecting 20Gbps-class throughput.
No, the 2.5-inch adapters are sold separately. That means 2.5-inch SSDs or HDDs may need extra accessories before they can be mounted in the enclosure.
It can run hot and the small fan can be loud, especially with multiple drives installed. One reported setup had drives running hot with three installed and the fan staying at full speed, which made it a poor fit for quiet use.
It has reported issues where drives are not detected after installation or drop out during use. That makes it a riskier choice if you need dependable always-on storage.
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So it requires your PC to have display over USBC and then your laptop / PC is connected to this - the HDMI out becomes active.
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HDMI 4K@60hz is a minimum must, but would be nice if it could do 120hz.
Needing 2.5" adapters that are sold-seperately is very not nice.
Individual drive power switches isn't something I ever thought about needing, until now. Thats a pretty cool feature.
Still for $100..
Edit: I can't find this thing anywhere on Wavlink's site. That's a dealbreaker for me.
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So it requires your PC to have display over USBC and then your laptop / PC is connected to this - the HDMI out becomes active.
Would enable ultra-fast data backups as well.
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