- Orico’s PTM docks function detachable SSD trays for transportable storage
- Two fashions break up audio, show, and energy options, giving patrons a tough alternative
- Community sharing by means of a number lets the PTM act like a small NAS
Orico has launched a compact PTM dock that takes an uncommon method to transportable storage.
The product is available in two variations – PTM1 and the upgraded PTM2 – each constructed round entrance loading M.2 SSD trays that slide into the chassis.
The idea is easy, the product works as a docking station whereas the detachable SSD modules double as transportable drives that slip right into a bag or pocket.
A difficult alternative
Every tray accepts SATA or NVMe drives from 2230 to 2280. When eliminated, the module acts as a standalone USB-C drive. When returned to the dock, it mounts immediately and works like every exterior storage machine.
PTM1 contains one tray and the newer PTM2 contains two, giving customers a alternative between compactness and expanded onboard storage.
On the again, PTM1 gives PD100W, HDMI at 4K60, RJ45 and USB 2.0 ports. PTM2 adjusts the format with DC65W energy, PD60W, two HDMI 4K60 ports, RJ45 and the identical pair of USB 2.0 ports.
Each embody eject buttons for his or her SSD trays and depend on a small inner fan. Though this could handle warmth successfully sufficient, there’s nonetheless an opportunity the fan might change into audible underneath heavier workloads.
Peak speeds attain 10Gbps, so it gained’t match USB4 or Thunderbolt {hardware}.
The 2 fashions break up their options in ways in which depart customers selecting between audio controls or twin shows.
PTM1 features a 3.5mm audio combo jack and a entrance quantity knob whereas PTM2, with its prolonged storage, leaves each out.
Neither gives all the set of options that some customers would possibly need in a single unit, which is barely annoying. Perhaps a future PTM3 will tackle that imbalance.
Orico’s PTM isn’t a NAS per se, however you must be capable to connect this storage over a community by means of a linked pc and use it very like one.
PTM1 is priced at $120 whereas the PTM2 is at the moment $142.99, down from is common value of $169.99.
By way of Minimachines (in French).
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