About the Product
Unlock a seriously fast portable workflow with the OWC Express 1M2 — a compact, bus-powered NVMe SSD solution built for modern USB4 Macs and PCs. Designed to maximise real-world throughput, it delivers up to 3151MB/s performance for tasks like high-resolution photo libraries, fast backups and smooth editing of demanding video formats. Plug in and get instant responsiveness without the hassle of a power brick.
Its rugged aircraft-grade aluminium enclosure doubles as a heat-sink to help prevent thermal throttling, keeping performance consistent under sustained loads. It also stays broadly compatible across USB4, Thunderbolt, and USB-C devices, and includes the essentials you need to start immediately — including a 40Gb/s USB-C cable and screwdriver for secure assembly.
Permanent Key Specifications
These specifications remain consistent across all configurations:
| Interface |
USB4 (40Gb/s) |
| Power |
Bus-Powered (no external power required) |
| Enclosure Material |
Aluminium heat-sink design for silent cooling |
| Included Cable |
USB-C (40Gb/s) cable (0.3m / 12") |
Core Specifications
| Capacity |
8.0TB |
| Performance |
Up to 3151MB/s (real-world performance, system dependent) |
| Device Compatibility |
USB4, Thunderbolt, and USB-C computers & devices |
| NVMe Support |
NVMe M.2 form factors: 2230 / 2242 / 2280 |
| Build |
Secure screw-together enclosure for rugged protection |
What’s in the Box
OWC Express 1M2 external storage solution, 0.3m (12") USB-C (40Gb/s) cable, screwdriver (for assembly), Getting Started QR insert card, and OWC support manual.
Warranty & Returns
Includes manufacturer warranty plus 7 days for return/refund under Australian Consumer Law.
Performance varies by host device, port, cable, and workload. USB4 (40Gb/s) is the interface specification; real-world throughput depends on system configuration.