--- product_id: 428600281 title: "NexStar DX2 USB 3.0 External Enclosure, Design for 5.25\" Blu-Ray/CD/DVD SATA Drive, 2nd Gen DX, Aluminum Alloy, fit Any Depth Optical Drive, TAA Compliant, USB Hot swappable (NST-540S3-BK)" brand: "vantec" price: "£57.79" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Vantec" url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/428600281-nexstar-dx2-usb-3-0-external-enclosure-design-for-5 store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # USB 3.0 5Gbps blazing speed Aluminum alloy casing for cool, quiet operation Fits any 5.25" optical drive depth ≤185mm NexStar DX2 USB 3.0 External Enclosure, Design for 5.25" Blu-Ray/CD/DVD SATA Drive, 2nd Gen DX, Aluminum Alloy, fit Any Depth Optical Drive, TAA Compliant, USB Hot swappable (NST-540S3-BK) **Brand:** vantec **Price:** £57.79 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🚀 Elevate your optical drive game—speed, style, and versatility in one sleek enclosure! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** NexStar DX2 USB 3.0 External Enclosure, Design for 5.25" Blu-Ray/CD/DVD SATA Drive, 2nd Gen DX, Aluminum Alloy, fit Any Depth Optical Drive, TAA Compliant, USB Hot swappable (NST-540S3-BK) by vantec - **How much does it cost?** £57.79 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/428600281-nexstar-dx2-usb-3-0-external-enclosure-design-for-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, Durable Design:** Premium aluminum alloy enclosure reduces noise and vibration while keeping your drive cool. - • **Blazing USB 3.0 Speeds:** Experience ultra-fast 5Gbps data transfer for smooth read/write on all disc media. - • **Plug & Play Powerhouse:** No drivers needed—just connect and go for seamless optical drive access. - • **Hot Swappable Convenience:** Swap drives on the fly without rebooting—perfect for dynamic workflows and multitasking pros. - • **Universal Optical Drive Fit:** Accommodates any 5.25" Blu-Ray/CD/DVD SATA drive up to 185mm depth—flexibility that fits your setup. ## Overview The NexStar DX2 USB 3.0 External Enclosure transforms any 5.25" SATA Blu-Ray, CD, or DVD optical drive into a portable, high-speed USB 3.0 device. Featuring a universal fit for drives up to 185mm depth, a robust aluminum alloy casing for quiet and cool operation, and hot-swappable USB connectivity, it’s designed for professionals seeking reliable, plug-and-play optical media access with blazing 5Gbps transfer speeds. ## Description NexStar DX2 is the second generation of the popular DX Optical Enclosure. Like DX, this DX2 is designed to be solidly built enclosure to house a 5.25" Desktop Optical drive and convert into an external enclosure. Your internal 5.25” optical drive now becomes a portable USB 3.0 enclosure that fits and moves with your desktops or laptops. This enclosure supports faster read/write operation requires of the optical drive like Blu-Ray drive, CD and DVD. The aluminum case keeps the device cool and operating at optimum conditions. This second generation NexStar DX2 external 5.25" enclosure is the smart way to optimize and share your optical drive with all your system. Review: Clean, Fast, and Perfect for a Single Drive Setup - This is a great disc drive enclosure and a perfect addition to a workstation setup. It looks sleek and modern, so there’s no need to hide it away on your desk. It comes with both the power cable and USB cable, making setup simple and straightforward. For my needs, using just one drive reader, it works perfectly. If you’re planning to run multiple drives, the cost could add up. USB 3 provides all the speed you’ll realistically need for disc media, so there’s no need for anything faster. Solid build, clean look, and reliable performance. Highly recommended for single-drive users. Review: Excellent Enclosure — Sturdy, Fast, and Worth It - The NexStar DX2 USB 3.0 External Enclosure exceeded my expectations. The aluminum alloy build feels solid and premium, and it fits my full‑size 5.25" DVD‑ROM drive perfectly. Once assembled, it looks clean, runs quietly, and performs exactly as it should. USB 3.0 speeds are fast and reliable, and the hot‑swappable design is a great convenience. If you need a dependable external enclosure for an optical drive, this one delivers on all fronts. ## Features - Design for 5.25" Blu-Ray/CD/DVD drive; Fit any Depth Optical Drive (fit any drive depth upto 185mm); TAA compliant; Plug and Ready; No drivers needed, Comes with 12V, 3A AC adapter to power any optical drive - Design with Power Saving Function; USB 3.0 (5Gbps) speed for smooth optical read/write speed; Hot swappable for system equipped with USB port; Aluminum Alloy Casing for reduced noise and vibration - Second Generation design of our popular DX enclosure; Can easily mount any SATA 3.5"/2.5" HDD/SSD using a optional 5.25" mount bracket and turn it into a Storage device. - Flexible SATA cable internally to connect to any type of SATA optical or storage drive, not limited by the position of your drive SATA interface. - Optical drives has different depth and this will fit ANY depth and not limited to one size optical drive. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B09SS74KCN | | Additional Features | Comes with ac adapter, USB cable ready, just install your optical drive and it is ready., Designed for desktop optical drive, Power saving Function: Must be connected to a working system to function, Fit optical drive with depth of 7.2 inches / 185 mm | | Best Sellers Rank | #26 in Enclosures | | Brand | Vantec | | Built-In Media | Installation Screws, NexStar DX2 Enclosure, Quick Installation Guide, USB 3. | | Color | Black | | Compatible Devices | Desktop, Laptop | | Connectivity Technology | Serial ATA, USB | | Customer Package Type | Box | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 970 Reviews | | Data Transfer Rate | 6 Gigabits Per Second | | Enclosure Material | Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS), Aluminum | | Form Factor | 5.25 inches | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00844767023649, 04716872103867 | | Hard Disk Description | 5.25" Optical Drive (fits any depth up to 185mm) | | Hard Disk Form Factor | 3.5 Inches | | Hard Disk Interface | Serial ATA | | Hardware Interface | USB 3.0 Type A | | Hardware Platform | Laptop, Linux System, PC | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 8.93"L x 6.45"W x 2.16"H | | Item Type Name | NexStar DX2 USB 3.0 External Enclosure for SATA Blu-Ray/CD/DVD Drive | | Item Weight | 2.1 Pounds | | Manufacturer | Vantec | | Media Speed | 375 MB/s | | Mfr Part Number | NST-540S3-BK | | Model Name | NexStar DX2 USB 3.0 External Enclosure for SATA Blu-Ray/CD/DVD Drive | | Model Number | NST-540S3-BK | | 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 | | Special Feature | Comes with ac adapter, USB cable ready, just install your optical drive and it is ready., Designed for desktop optical drive, Power saving Function: Must be connected to a working system to function, Fit optical drive with depth of 7.2 inches / 185 mm Special Feature Comes with ac adapter, USB cable ready, just install your optical drive and it is ready., Designed for desktop optical drive, Power saving Function: Must be connected to a working system to function, Fit optical drive with depth of 7.2 inches / 185 mm See more | | Specific Uses For Product | Gaming, business, general use | | UPC | 844767023649 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Warranty Description | 1 year parts and labor | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Vantec - **Hardware Interface:** USB 3.0 Type A - **Optical Storage Read Speed:** 36X Blu-Ray - **Optical Storage Write Speed:** 24x, 8x ## Images ![NexStar DX2 USB 3.0 External Enclosure, Design for 5.25" Blu-Ray/CD/DVD SATA Drive, 2nd Gen DX, Aluminum Alloy, fit Any Depth Optical Drive, TAA Compliant, USB Hot swappable (NST-540S3-BK) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71rNftTan6L.jpg) ![NexStar DX2 USB 3.0 External Enclosure, Design for 5.25" Blu-Ray/CD/DVD SATA Drive, 2nd Gen DX, Aluminum Alloy, fit Any Depth Optical Drive, TAA Compliant, USB Hot swappable (NST-540S3-BK) - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81-vo2hvmKL.jpg) ![NexStar DX2 USB 3.0 External Enclosure, Design for 5.25" Blu-Ray/CD/DVD SATA Drive, 2nd Gen DX, Aluminum Alloy, fit Any Depth Optical Drive, TAA Compliant, USB Hot swappable (NST-540S3-BK) - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/811iI48UsaL.jpg) ![NexStar DX2 USB 3.0 External Enclosure, Design for 5.25" Blu-Ray/CD/DVD SATA Drive, 2nd Gen DX, Aluminum Alloy, fit Any Depth Optical Drive, TAA Compliant, USB Hot swappable (NST-540S3-BK) - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71grQuOJ16L.jpg) ![NexStar DX2 USB 3.0 External Enclosure, Design for 5.25" Blu-Ray/CD/DVD SATA Drive, 2nd Gen DX, Aluminum Alloy, fit Any Depth Optical Drive, TAA Compliant, USB Hot swappable (NST-540S3-BK) - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/719kAls+tfL.jpg) ## 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. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Clean, Fast, and Perfect for a Single Drive Setup *by A***R on February 26, 2026* This is a great disc drive enclosure and a perfect addition to a workstation setup. It looks sleek and modern, so there’s no need to hide it away on your desk. It comes with both the power cable and USB cable, making setup simple and straightforward. For my needs, using just one drive reader, it works perfectly. If you’re planning to run multiple drives, the cost could add up. USB 3 provides all the speed you’ll realistically need for disc media, so there’s no need for anything faster. Solid build, clean look, and reliable performance. Highly recommended for single-drive users. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent Enclosure — Sturdy, Fast, and Worth It *by J***A on February 11, 2026* The NexStar DX2 USB 3.0 External Enclosure exceeded my expectations. The aluminum alloy build feels solid and premium, and it fits my full‑size 5.25" DVD‑ROM drive perfectly. Once assembled, it looks clean, runs quietly, and performs exactly as it should. USB 3.0 speeds are fast and reliable, and the hot‑swappable design is a great convenience. If you need a dependable external enclosure for an optical drive, this one delivers on all fronts. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great enclosure *by A***S on October 2, 2024* this is the second vantec product I've gotten and it has one defining feature: quality. The aluminum housing feels premium and for the price it should. After assembly it worked instantly and it's rubber feet transfer none of the vibrations to and from the drive inside it. no drivers need to be installed and assembly is quick and easy if you take your time and don't rush. Only drawbacks for it is that I paid more for the enclosure than I did for the drive. The cost definitely could have been a lot less since it's just a glorified sata to usb 3.0 adapter but I admit the aluminum is elegant and well made. The other drawback is that it uses usb 3.0 type b instead of a usb c connection. I imagine a future version of the drive will come with type c but it's at least better than 2.0 speeds like i've seen with other enclosures on amazon. Overall it's a great get if you have a computer that doesn't have an internal drive bay. It's an elegant piece of hardware that looks great on my desk and it's worked pretty flawlessly. ## Frequently Bought Together - 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) - ASUS BW-16D1HT - ultra-fast 16X Blu-ray burner with M-DISC support, black --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/428600281-nexstar-dx2-usb-3-0-external-enclosure-design-for-5](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/428600281-nexstar-dx2-usb-3-0-external-enclosure-design-for-5) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-06-09*