The Novus external hard drive enclosure provides superb protection for your hard drive while delivering high-capacity storage in a rugged, stylish design. The Novus features an aluminum body encased in a silicon rubber sleeve for maximum protection and impact resistance. Through rigorous development and testing, the most reliable components are selected to provide the best possible performance and reliability. The Novus includes the latest ASMedia chipset to ensure that your drive operates at peak performance. The USB-C interface provides fast transfer rates by connecting to a USB or Thunderbolt 3 port.The Novus is compatible with SATA 3.5-inch hard drives and provides for an easy installation process.