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product_id: 222634659
title: "Vantec NexStar 3 NST-360U2-BL 3.5-Inch IDE to USB 2.0 External Hard Drive Enclosure (Midnight Blue)"
brand: "vantec"
price: "778CFA"
currency: XOF
in_stock: false
reviews_count: 7
url: https://www.desertcart.sn/products/222634659-vantec-nexstar-3-nst-360u2-bl-3-5-inch-ide
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region: Senegal
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# USB 2.0 connectivity Supports 750GB drives Hot-swappable design Vantec NexStar 3 NST-360U2-BL 3.5-Inch IDE to USB 2.0 External Hard Drive Enclosure (Midnight Blue)

**Brand:** vantec
**Price:** 778CFA
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 💼 Elevate Your Storage Game!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Vantec NexStar 3 NST-360U2-BL 3.5-Inch IDE to USB 2.0 External Hard Drive Enclosure (Midnight Blue) by vantec
- **How much does it cost?** 778CFA with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sn](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/222634659-vantec-nexstar-3-nst-360u2-bl-3-5-inch-ide)

## 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 & Stylish:** Mirror finished aluminum casing for a modern look.
- • **Generous Capacity:** Supports 3.5-inch IDE hard drives up to 750GB.
- • **Effortless Expansion:** Easily add storage to any system with USB connectivity.
- • **Plug & Play Convenience:** Hot-swappable feature allows for seamless use without rebooting.
- • **Cross-Platform Compatibility:** Works flawlessly with both PC and Mac systems.

## Overview

The Vantec NexStar 3 NST-360U2-BL is a stylish and functional external hard drive enclosure designed to accommodate 3.5-inch IDE hard drives up to 750GB. With its sleek mirror-finished aluminum casing, it not only enhances your workspace aesthetic but also ensures efficient cooling. Its USB 2.0 connectivity and hot-swappable feature make it a versatile choice for both PC and Mac users, allowing for easy and quick storage expansion.

## Description

Form and functionality collide with style in the NexStar 3 External Hard Drive Enclosure from Vantec.  With its mirror finish, sleek curves and bold colors, the Vantec NexStar 3 stands out from the crowd. The sturdy drive cage protects your hard drive while the aluminum case effectively draws away the heat, protecting your drive from overheating. Available in 3 vivid colors (Onyx Black, Brilliant Red and Midnight Blue), the NexStar 3 lets you store your personal data in an enclosure that matches your style!

## Features

- Mirror Finished Aluminum Casing Cools Down Your Hard Drive
- Easily Add Storage to Any System with USB
- Hot-Swappable: Plug And Play Without Rebooting
- Compatible with PC or Mac
- Support 3.5-inch IDE Hard Drive up to 750GB

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    Looks good, works great, a smart buy!
  

*by I***U on Reviewed in the United States on January 17, 2010*

Worked like a charm. A fantastic purchase. Installation was a snap. Justtake your time. The LED wire most mention wasn't connected to the housingso I never risked any damage. I had an old 40Gb IDE drive and within 10minutes I was dragging files to it. A very nice looking, high qualitydevice. On/off switch is easily accessible. Even the drive light lookslooks good.  I combined it with my Philips DVD player with a USB port andit works like a charm.  I now have 70+ hours of .avi video to watch ondemand. I liked it so much I just bought a second black one with the SATAconnection for back ups to a 500GB drive. 5 stars at any price.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    Worked right out of the box
  

*by J***M on Reviewed in the United States on August 11, 2008*

I pulled an older Maxtor 80 gig hard drive from an old desktop PC taking up space in my home office.  Within minutes I had it installed in the Hard Drive enclosure, plugged into an electric outlet and the USB port of my laptop.  I'm running Vista SP1 64 bit, which recogonized it immediately and gave me no fits of rage.  After a re-format to rid the drive of old un-needed programs and documents, I was moving files.  No case issues as some have talked about, no excessive heat, just pure ease of use.  The case it's self is as I expected it to be and still have not cracked open the manual or driver disk. Life is good.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    Virtually Impossible to Connect Ribbon Cable and Tuck Into Place
  

*by S***L on Reviewed in the United States on May 15, 2014*

This is my 2nd case from Vantec - same model - from Tiger Direct through Amazon.  The fit and finish are excellent.  The packaging was complete, and the documentation - albeit dated and in need of an update - was perfect.  I have a red and a blue NexStar 3.  They look smart next to my monitor.  The fact that the Vantec logo dims itself during drive activity is another plus.  When opening the case for the first time BE CAREFUL.  The manufacturer tucks the 3 pin connector in such a way as to cause it to catch on the case when initially opening it.  There is no mention of which way to connect the white cable to the 3 pin connector.  I can only assume it doesn't matter.However, both cases have the same problem:  It's virtually IMPOSSIBLE to connect the ribbon cable to the ATA connector on the drive.  There is almost no slack in the cable to safely bend it in place onto the pins.  I was very concerned that I would bend a pin.  I used a bright LED flashlight to ensure that I could see how the pins aligned with the cable.  I disconnected the cable from the case BEFORE connecting the drive end first.  I found that to be easier than just connecting the cable to the drive.  It allowed me to adjust the ribbon cable such that it would tuck in place in a more consistent and neat fashion.Secondly, there is SO little space on each side of the drive as to make it impossible to slide the drive into place during or after connection of the power and ribbon cables before you install the drive screws.  Frankly, the connection is SO tight as to almost eliminate any need for the screws.  This drive is NOT going to move in the retaining frame. I doubt I will ever remove the drives for this very reason.I have noticed heat build up - especially when I'm running Piriform's Defraggler to defragment a drive.  Clearly, this occurs only when the drive head actuator is undergoing high seek activity. Hence, I would encourage you to use the upright, color-matching stand and decline from laying the unit on its side.  The units are also made to be stacked:  You'll find four small black nibs/feet at each corner of the case.  I discourage doing so as the spacing is about 3/16 of an inch making air flow questionable.I've been using one of the drive cases for about a year without issue.  Soundly made, well-packaged, nicely designed, and executed.  Nicely done!

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*Last updated: 2026-03-18*