Overview
OWC Envoy Pro Elektron: Pocket-Sized, Rugged SSD Redefining Portable Performance
A compact USB-C SSD that combines blazing speed, rugged durability, and universal compatibility to transform how you manage your digital life. This pocket-sized powerhouse ensures your data is always accessible, secure, and ready when you need it.
Unmatched Speed for Effortless Productivity
Experience unparalleled performance with the Envoy Pro Elektron’s real-world speeds of up to 992MB/s. This SSD is up to twice as fast as other portable drives, allowing you to save, edit, and back up files in a fraction of the time. From large video projects to extensive photo collections, you’ll work faster and smarter, keeping your creative flow uninterrupted whether you’re in the office or out in the field.
Compact Design, Limitless Possibilities
Smaller than half the size of a smartphone, the Envoy Pro Elektron slips effortlessly into your pocket, making it the perfect companion for professionals, students, and adventurers alike. Its aircraft-grade aluminium housing not only looks sleek but also dissipates heat for silent, throttle-free performance, ensuring your drive stays cool even during intensive tasks.
Built to Withstand Any Challenge
Designed for the toughest environments, the Envoy Pro Elektron is IP67-rated, meaning it’s crushproof, dustproof, and waterproof. Drop it on a driveway or work in a dusty, wet setting—your data remains safe. This rugged reliability gives you peace of mind, knowing your files are protected no matter where life takes you.
Universal Compatibility for Seamless Connectivity
Connect effortlessly to a wide range of devices, from Thunderbolt and USB-C Macs and PCs to iPad Pros, Chromebooks, and Android tablets. The Envoy Pro Elektron’s plug-and-play design ensures you can access your files on virtually any device, past or present, making it a versatile tool for both current and future tech setups.
Enhanced Workflow for Creators
For filmmakers and photographers, the Envoy Pro Elektron pairs directly with USB-C-equipped cameras from Blackmagic, Fujifilm, and Panasonic. Record high-resolution footage straight to the drive and start editing immediately, eliminating the need for costly card readers and speeding up your workflow from capture to final cut.
Bootable Brilliance for Mac Users
Mac users can install an operating system or run alternate OSes, launching apps in seconds for a seamless experience. The Envoy Pro Elektron’s bootable capability ensures you’re always ready to work, whether you’re troubleshooting or setting up a portable workspace.
Store Everything That Matters
The Envoy Pro Elektron holds an incredible amount of data. A single terabyte can store 200,000 photos, 250,000 standard-quality songs, 200 high-definition movies, or 41.6 hours of GoPro 4K footage. Whether it’s your work documents, gaming library, or personal memories, this SSD keeps everything in one secure, portable place.
- Edit videos and photos in seconds with blazing 992MB/s speeds, keeping your creative projects moving fast
- Take your files anywhere with a pocket-sized SSD, smaller than half a smartphone, for ultimate portability
- Work worry-free in tough conditions, thanks to its IP67-rated crushproof, dustproof, and waterproof design
- Connect seamlessly to Macs, PCs, iPad Pros, and Chromebooks with universal USB-C compatibility
- Boot your Mac in moments with its bootable feature, launching apps and OSes instantly
- Record 4K footage directly from Blackmagic or Fujifilm cameras, streamlining your filmmaking workflow
- Store up to 200,000 photos or 41.6 hours of GoPro 4K video on 1TB, keeping your memories safe
- Enjoy silent, cool performance with aircraft-grade aluminium housing, perfect for long editing sessions
Video
In the latest edition of Will it Survive, Jon submits the Envoy Pro Elektron to the wonders of Amsterdam: beer, canals, and bikes. Will it Survive after such a bender? Watch and find out!
Video
It’s festival season. Billie Eilish’s team depends on OWC tech to help them transform a year’s worth of music that has never been performed in front of an audience into a live show.
Compatibility
Compatible with the devices listed below.
MacBook
MacBook Air
MacBook Pro
Mac Pro
iMac
Mac mini
Mac Studio
iMac Pro
Specifications
- Total Capacity
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- 480GB useable capacity
- Total capacity: 512GB
- 32GB allocated to real-time data redundancy and error correction
- Drive Bays
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- 1 bay
- Drive Mechanism
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- 1 x 480GB OWC Aura Pro III PCIe 3.0 NVMe M.2 2242 Solid-State Drive
- Plug and Play
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- Yes
- Boot Support
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- Mac only
- IP Rating
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- IP67 (dust-tight, protected against the effects of temporary immersion in water)
- Drop Resistance
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- Military grade drop resistant (MIL-STD-801H)
- Drive Format
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- APFS for Mac and iPad systems
- Windows, Chrome, and Android users please consult OWC Drive Setup for Windows, Chrome, and Android Platforms for formatting instructions
- Storage Interface
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- NVMe M.2
- Device Ports
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- 1 x host port - USB 3.2 Gen 2 (USB-C) up to 10Gb/s (1250MB/s) - USB 2.0/3.0 backwards compatible
- Data Transfer Rate (Maximum)
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- USB 3.2 Gen 2: up to 10Gb/s (or 1250MB/s)
- Chipset / Controller
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- Asmedia ASM-2362
- Host Interface Requirements
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- USB-C
- USB-A
- Thunderbolt 3
- Thunderbolt 4 port
- Mac OS Compatibility
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- 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
- Mac OS Compatibility
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- Windows 10 64-bit Edition
- Windows Server 2016
- Windows Server 2022
- Windows 11
- Linux OS Compatibility
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- Yes
- Mobile OS Compatibility
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- iPadOS 13
- iPadOS 14
- iPadOS 15
- iPadOS 16
- iPadOS 17
- iPadOS 18
- Android 13.x
- Android 14.x
- Android 15.x
- Other OS Compatibility
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- Chrome OS - latest version recommended
- Driver Required
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- No
- Other Requirements
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- NVMe M.2 SSD with 2242 form factor and M-Key connector
- External Power Adapter
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- No
- Power Supply
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- Bus-powered
- Certifications
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- BSMI, CE, FCC, VCCI, RCM
- Dimensions
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- H: 12 x L: 76 x W: 52 mm
- Weight
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- 85 g
What's in the box?
- 1 x OWC Envoy Pro Elektron
- 1 x 0.3 m USB-C Cable
Warranty
- 3 Year Limited Warranty
Part Number
- OWCENVPK.5