ASUS announces TUF Gaming A1. The ultra-fast USB 3.2 Gen 2×1 Type-C portable SSD enclosure with dual M.2 interfaces, military-grade drop resistance, and IP68-rated water and dust protection
Ultra-fast performance thanks to the USB 3.2 Gen 2×1 Type-C interface offering transfer speeds of up to 10Gbps; the SATA interface offers up to 6Gbps. Dual interface supporting M.2 PCIe NVMe form factors and SATA 2242/2260/2280 SSD. Military-grade durability and strength. Passed MIL-STD-810H drop tests; meets water and dust resistance standards according to IP68 certification.
Details on the announcement of the new ASUS TUF Gaming A1
ASUS (here for more info on the company) annuncia TUF Gaming A1, a portable SSD chassis that accommodates the latest 2242/2260/2280 form factor portable SSDs. All while offering them military-grade protection. TUF Gaming A1 supports M.2 NVMe PCIe and SATA SSDs and adopts the Q-Latch M.2 system which makes it really easy to install. Additionally, USB 3.2 Gen 2×1 Type-C connectivity enables super-fast performance, with data transfer rates of up to 10Gbps. In keeping with TUF Gaming tradition, the new A1 is elegant in appearance, but also extremely solid and robust in the field. Meeting MIL-STD-810H and IP68 standards to withstand daily knocks and drops, as well as ensuring protection from water splashes and dirt. It’s perfect for those looking to easily expand their storage capacity. Also great for those who want ultra-fast data handling performance to optimize their gaming experience and large file backups or 4K content creation.
State-of-the-art functionality
TUF Gaming A1 includes PCIe NVMe and SATA interfaces and can accommodate SSD storage up to 2TB with M.2 2242/2260/2280 form factor. The innovative Q-Latch design makes it easy to install or remove the SSD, without the need for any special tools. This simple locking mechanism derived from ASUS motherboards also secures the drive, making it secure and secure, but without the need for screws. USB 3.2 Gen 2×1 Type-C connectivity ensures data speeds of up to 10Gbps. While, SATA SSD drives, are capable of supporting a maximum data speed of 6Gbps to ensure always
stable and efficient transfers. Copying and transferring large files thus will no longer be a problem, being done in no time.
Military-grade toughness
To earn the TUF Gaming designation, TUF Gaming A1 has undergone rigorous testing to MIL-STD-810H and IP68 specifications. During the tests, the devices were dropped from a height, immersed in water and exposed to dust and dirt to guarantee maximum robustness and ensure functionality even in the most difficult scenarios or conditions of use. So users can rest assured that TUF Gaming A1 is perfectly capable of withstanding bumps, knocks and accidental contact with liquids and dirt.
Wide range compatibility
The supplied USB-C cable ensures compatibility with the latest generation mobile devices, notebooks, PCs and gaming consoles such as PlayStation and Xbox.
Availability and prices
ASUS TUF Gaming A1 is already available on the ASUS eShop and at key ASUS Commercial Partners. Such as ASUS Gold Stores and Powered by ASUS Program resellers at a recommended retail price of €49.90 including VAT.
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