Looking for a way to unleash the full potential of your NVMe drive outside the PC case? The TerraMaster D1 SSD Plus enclosure promises speed, portability, low temperatures and also has a sleek design. But does it deliver on all fronts, or are there hidden trade-offs?
TerraMaster has spent over a decade carving out a reputation for robust storage systems, particularly NAS and DAS units aimed at both professionals and power users. With more than 40 countries covered and clients ranging from educational institutions to creative studios, the company has positioned itself as a serious competitor in the storage space.
Now, TerraMaster is branching out into a slightly different but increasingly important segment: high-performance portable SSD enclosures. Portable storage has become a necessity for photographers carrying terabytes of RAW files, filmmakers moving 4K and 8K footage between workstations, and even gamers looking to expand console storage without compromising on speed.
This is where the TerraMaster D1 SSD Plus 40Gbps comes into play. With USB4 connectivity, PCIe Gen 4 NVMe support, and a premium aluminum chassis, TerraMaster is clearly aiming higher than the usual budget enclosures that flood the market.
Specifications
- Disk Slot Number: 1 (M.2 NVMe 2280 SSD only, up to 8TB capacity)
- Controller: ASMedia ASM2464PDX, designed for stability and low latency
- Interface: USB4 (40Gbps), backward-compatible with Thunderbolt 5/4/3 and USB 4/3.2/3.1/3.0/2.0
- Supported Operating Systems: macOS, Windows 11 (24H2+), Linux
- Backup Software: TDAS Mobile (iOS/Android), TPC Backupper (Windows)
- Build: CNC-machined aerospace-grade aluminum, fanless passive cooling, silicone anti-slip feet
- Dimensions: 112.5 mm x 60.0 mm x 33.0 mm (L) x (W) x (H) /4.43″ x 2.36″ x 1.29″
- File System: NTFS, APFS, Mac OS, FAT32, EXT4, exFAT
- Relative Humidity: 5%~95% RH
- Storage Temperature: -20°C ~ 60°C (-5°F ~ 140°F)
- Working Temperature: 0°C ~ 40°C (32°F ~ 104°F)
- Color Options: Aluminum
- Cable Length/ Type: 325 mm/ 1.28″ /Type-C to Type-C
- Power Supply: USB 5V
- Weight: 246 g / 0.54 lbs
- Price (including VAT): $110, ≈125€ euro (diskless)
- Warranty: 2-year
