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product_id: 527670633
title: "Vantec NexStar DX2 USB 3.0 External Enclosure Design for 5.25\" Blu-Ray/CD/DVD SATA Drive, Second Generation of DX, No Drivers Needed, Aluminum Alloy (NST-540S3-BK)"
brand: "vantec"
price: "฿12095"
currency: THB
in_stock: true
url: https://www.desertcart.co.th/products/527670633-vantec-nexstar-dx2-usb-3-0-external-enclosure-design-5
store_origin: TH
region: Thailand
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# USB 3.0 5Gbps speed Aluminum alloy casing for cooling & noise reduction Fits any 5.25" optical drive depth ≤185mm Vantec NexStar DX2 USB 3.0 External Enclosure Design for 5.25" Blu-Ray/CD/DVD SATA Drive, Second Generation of DX, No Drivers Needed, Aluminum Alloy (NST-540S3-BK)

**Brand:** vantec
**Price:** ฿12095
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚀 Elevate your optical drive game—plug in, power up, and play in style!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Vantec NexStar DX2 USB 3.0 External Enclosure Design for 5.25" Blu-Ray/CD/DVD SATA Drive, Second Generation of DX, No Drivers Needed, Aluminum Alloy (NST-540S3-BK) by vantec
- **How much does it cost?** ฿12095 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.th](https://www.desertcart.co.th/products/527670633-vantec-nexstar-dx2-usb-3-0-external-enclosure-design-5)

## Best For

- vantec enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted vantec brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Sleek & Silent Design:** Premium aluminum alloy enclosure reduces vibration and noise while keeping your drive cool.
- • **Universal Optical Fit:** Accommodates any 5.25" Blu-Ray/CD/DVD SATA drive up to 185mm depth—flexibility that fits your tech lifestyle.
- • **Blazing USB 3.0 Speeds:** Experience ultra-fast 5Gbps data transfer for smooth read/write on high-demand media.
- • **Plug & Play Powerhouse:** No drivers needed—just connect and go for seamless optical drive access.
- • **Future-Proof Versatility:** Second-gen design supports SATA HDD/SSD with optional bracket—turn your optical enclosure into a multi-purpose storage hub.

## Overview

The Vantec NexStar DX2 is a robust, second-generation external enclosure designed for 5.25" SATA Blu-Ray, CD, and DVD drives. Featuring USB 3.0 connectivity with up to 5Gbps transfer speeds, it supports any optical drive depth up to 185mm. Its aluminum alloy casing ensures quiet, cool operation, while plug-and-play functionality requires no drivers. Ideal for professionals seeking flexible, high-performance optical drive portability and storage expansion.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B09SS74KCN |
| Best Sellers Rank | #39,056 in Computers & Accessories ( See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories ) #63 in External CD & DVD Drives |
| Box Contents | Installation Screws, NexStar DX2 Enclosure, Quick Installation Guide, USB 3. |
| Brand | Vantec |
| Brand Name | Vantec |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop, Laptop |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Customer Package Type | Box |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 923 Reviews |
| Data Transfer Rate | 6 Gigabits Per Second |
| Enclosure Material | Aluminium |
| Form Factor | 5.25 inches |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00844767023649, 04716872103867 |
| Hard Disk Interface | Serial ATA |
| Hard Disk Type | 5.25" Optical Drive (fits any depth up to 185mm) |
| Hardware Interface | USB 3.0 Type A |
| Hardware Platform | Laptop, Linux System, PC |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 22.7L x 16.4W x 5.5H Centimeters |
| Item Weight | 2.1 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Vantec |
| Manufacturer Part Number | NST-540S3-BK |
| Media Speed | 375 MB/s |
| Model Name | NexStar DX2 USB 3.0 External Enclosure for SATA Blu-Ray/CD/DVD Drive |
| Model Number | NST-540S3-BK |
| Network Connectivity Technology | Serial ATA, USB |
| Operating System | Linux, OS X 10.X, Windows 7/8/10/11 |
| Optical Storage Read Speed | 36X Blu-Ray |
| Optical Storage Write Speed | 24x , 8x |
| Product Features | Portable |
| Special Feature | Portable |
| Specific Uses For Product | Gaming, business, general use |
| UPC | 844767023649 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Write Speed | 24x, 8x |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Vantec
- **Hardware Interface:** USB 3.0 Type A
- **Optical Storage Read Speed:** 36X Blu-Ray
- **Optical Storage Write Speed:** 24x, 8x
- **Special Feature:** Portable

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: What is the advantage of dx2 over the previous version dx?**
A: Thanks for asking.
A bigger ac adapter so that this optical enclosure can accommodate newer user's optical drive that use more power. Newer and faster Blu-Ray are using more power. We make it easier to mount the optical drive. What is same? Same capability, same depth so that you can mount your optical drive if is unusually long in depth.

**Q: Will this work for a pioneer bdr-s12uht?**
A: It should.  It works with my 5.25" LG drives and there is no reason it would not work with the Pioneer

**Q: May this enclosure limit in some way the features of pioneer bdr-s13u-x available via dedicated software compared to a sata connection?**
A: Thanks for asking.
Yes, it can happen, here is why. 
ANY external device that converts from SATA (optical drive) to USB will NOT be the same as system SATA (motherboard) to device SATA (optical drive). It all depends on who and how he/she writes the code for the dedicated software you mention. If the code is written that uses special functions unique to that optical drive that no other optical drive uses (non-standard), it may not function if going over USB. This is very rare. No one in the right mind will use non-standard functions. All the optical drive on the marketplace uses standard optical drives and All OS uses the SATA protocol to address the file system for reading and writing on the optical drive.

What you mention is super rare. This has to do with the software and the optical drive. We follow a SATA protocol standard that every manufacturer uses. If ours do not work, everyone else will not either.

**Q: Works for the pioneer bdr-s13u-x ?**
A: Thanks for writing,
Yes, it works fine with this pioneer bdr-s13u-x BluRay drive.

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*Last updated: 2026-07-15*