Payment Methods
1. Lipa Na M-PESA
Paybill No.: 5450522
Account No.: M
2. Cash on delivery
3. Cash on collection
UGREEN CM578 M.2 NVMe SSD Reader | 10Gbps USB-C Link | 2230 2242 2260 2280 Sizes | Up to 1000MBps Rated Speed
Turn a spare laptop drive into a pocket backup that copies a full film folder in seconds.
Condition: New
Note: price and availability are subject to change without prior notice
The UGREEN CM578 M.2 NVMe SSD Reader is available at Mascom International for KSh 2,800, brand new and sealed and in stock today. It turns a bare M.2 NVMe SSD into a portable USB-C drive, with a 10Gbps link that UGREEN rates at up to 1,000MB per second for reads and writes. The UGREEN CM578 M.2 NVMe SSD Reader takes the four common M.2 lengths: 2230, 2242, 2260 and 2280. You can pick one up at our Old Mutual Building store on Kimathi Street in Nairobi CBD, or order it for pay-on-arrival delivery.
Built for developers, content creators, accountants and university students across Kenya, the UGREEN CM578 M.2 NVMe SSD Reader solves a common problem. Many people upgrade a laptop to a bigger SSD and leave the old one in a drawer. Others need to pull files from a laptop that will no longer start. Placed in this reader, that drive becomes a fast backup for client folders, raw video or KRA and payroll records. A videographer in Westlands can move a day of 4K footage off a drive in minutes, then hand it to the client at the end of the shoot.
Where most Nairobi electronics shops sell unbranded enclosures with no stated speed, Mascom International stocks the UGREEN CM578 M.2 NVMe SSD Reader with a published speed rating and a 6-month warranty. Customers across Nairobi tell us they want one reader that works on an office Windows laptop, a MacBook and an Android phone without extra software. That is the job the UGREEN CM578 M.2 NVMe SSD Reader does. Visit us on Kimathi Street to test it with your own SSD before you pay, or order on WhatsApp for same-day delivery in Nairobi and next-day delivery to Mombasa, Kisumu and Eldoret.
Common Questions About the UGREEN CM578 M.2 NVMe SSD Reader
How much is the UGREEN CM578 M.2 NVMe SSD Reader in Kenya?
The UGREEN CM578 M.2 NVMe SSD Reader costs KSh 2,800 at Mascom International in Nairobi, as a sealed retail unit. The price covers the reader and the USB cable UGREEN supplies, plus a 6-month warranty handled at our Kimathi Street service desk. The SSD is not included, so bring your own drive or ask us about SSDs in stock. Delivery is pay-on-arrival in all 47 counties, so you inspect the item before any money changes hands.
Which SSD sizes fit the UGREEN CM578 M.2 NVMe SSD Reader?
The UGREEN CM578 M.2 NVMe SSD Reader fits M.2 NVMe drives in 2230, 2242, 2260 and 2280 lengths. The four-digit code gives the width and length in millimetres, so 2280 means 22mm wide and 80mm long. Most laptop and desktop NVMe drives are 2280. The short 2230 size comes from the Steam Deck, Surface Pro tablets and some thin ultrabooks. The drive sits at its matching length inside the case, so one reader handles all four sizes.
How fast is the UGREEN CM578 M.2 NVMe SSD Reader in real use?
UGREEN rates the UGREEN CM578 M.2 NVMe SSD Reader at up to 1,000MB per second over a 10Gbps USB-C link. Independent tests on Windows recorded about 971MB per second read and 954MB per second write, close to that rating. At that pace, a 50GB video project copies in roughly a minute. You get full speed only from a 10Gbps port, labelled USB 3.2 Gen 2 or USB 3.1 Gen 2. On an older 5Gbps port it still works, at about half the pace.
Does the UGREEN CM578 M.2 NVMe SSD Reader work with an M.2 SATA SSD?
The UGREEN CM578 M.2 NVMe SSD Reader is built for NVMe drives, the type with a single notch called an M key. Older M.2 SATA drives usually have two notches, called B and M keys, and run on a different protocol. UGREEN sells this model as an NVMe reader, so treat SATA support as unconfirmed. Before buying, check your SSD label for the word NVMe or PCIe. If it says SATA, send us a photo on WhatsApp and we will advise on the right enclosure.
Should I buy the UGREEN CM578 M.2 NVMe SSD Reader or a ready-made portable SSD?
The UGREEN CM578 M.2 NVMe SSD Reader makes sense when you already own an NVMe SSD, because KSh 2,800 turns it into a portable drive. A ready-made portable SSD such as the Samsung T7 comes sealed, with a fixed capacity and a drive warranty in one package. It costs far more than this reader, since the storage is part of the price. Pick the reader to reuse a spare drive or rescue files from a dead laptop. Pick a ready-made SSD if you have no spare drive.
Will the UGREEN CM578 M.2 NVMe SSD Reader cope with power cuts, heat and dust in Kenya?
The UGREEN CM578 M.2 NVMe SSD Reader draws power from the laptop's USB port, so it needs no wall socket and keeps working through a KPLC power cut while your laptop runs on battery. There is no fan, so there are no moving parts to clog with dust. NVMe drives do get warm during long copies, especially in Mombasa heat, so rest the reader on a hard desk rather than a sofa or bed. Always eject it before unplugging to protect your files.
Can I use the UGREEN CM578 M.2 NVMe SSD Reader with a MacBook, Android phone or PS5?
The UGREEN CM578 M.2 NVMe SSD Reader connects over USB-C, so it plugs into Windows laptops, MacBooks and many Android phones that support USB OTG storage. Some phones cannot supply enough power for an NVMe drive, so test yours first. Format the SSD as exFAT and both Windows and macOS can read and write to it. A PS5 accepts USB drives for storing PS5 games and playing PS4 games. Ask us on WhatsApp if you want a specific device tested in store.
Who should buy the UGREEN CM578 M.2 NVMe SSD Reader, and who should skip it?
Buy the UGREEN CM578 M.2 NVMe SSD Reader if you have a spare NVMe SSD, repair laptops, or move large video and design files between machines. Customers in Upper Hill offices tell us they use it to recover data from laptops that will not start. Skip it if your spare drive is a 2.5-inch SATA disk from an older laptop. For that, the UGREEN CM198 Dual-Bay Hard Drive Duplicator in our store reads it and can clone it. Skip it too if you own no SSD at all.
Technical Specifications
Core Function and Transfer Speed
- USB 3.2 Gen 2 link at 10Gbps — about twice the bandwidth of the common 5Gbps USB 3.0 port on older laptops.
- Rated at up to 1,000MB per second read and write — a 4GB film file copies in about four seconds once running.
- Independent test results of about 971MB per second read and 954MB per second write — real-world speed close to UGREEN's own rating.
- NVMe protocol support — NVMe is the fast storage standard inside modern laptops, several times quicker than older SATA drives.
- Bus-powered design — the reader takes all its power from the USB port, so there is no adapter or socket to find.
- No cooling fan — silent operation with no moving parts that can wear out or need cleaning over time.
Compatibility and Supported Drives
- Accepts M.2 NVMe SSDs in 2230, 2242, 2260 and 2280 lengths — covers drives from ultrabooks, desktops, handheld consoles and mini PCs.
- M key connector — the single-notch M.2 edge that NVMe SSDs use; check your drive label for NVMe or PCIe first.
- USB-C connection on the reader — plugs straight into modern laptops and reaches older USB-A ports through a suitable cable.
- Works with Windows, macOS and Linux computers that support standard USB storage — no driver download needed for everyday file copying.
- Backward compatible with 5Gbps and older USB ports — the reader still works there, but at that port's lower speed.
- Exchanges data with Android phones that support USB OTG storage — useful for moving phone photos off before a factory reset.
Build and Internal Hardware
- Realtek RTL9210B controller — the bridge chip that translates NVMe signals into USB, widely used in branded SSD enclosures.
- Enclosed case — shields the SSD's exposed circuit board from knocks, static and grit while it travels in a bag.
- Pocket-sized, light body — easy to carry between home, office and client sites alongside a laptop charger.
- Passive cooling only — heat leaves through the case itself, so give it a hard surface during long copies.
- Single USB-C port — one connection carries both data and power, so there is nothing else to plug in.
- Compact size of 125 x 41 x 14mm — about the length of a marker pen and slim enough for a shirt pocket.
- Light weight of 68g — lighter than most phones, so it adds almost nothing to a laptop bag on a matatu commute.
Inclusions and Setup
- The UGREEN CM578 M.2 NVMe SSD Reader enclosure in UGREEN retail packaging, untouched until you open it.
- USB connection cable supplied by UGREEN — links the reader to your computer for both data transfer and power.
- SSD not included — the reader is sold empty, so pair it with a drive you own or buy one separately.
- Mascom International receipt and 6-month warranty — your proof of purchase for any claim at our CBD service desk.
- Formatting help on WhatsApp — our team can talk you through setting up a fresh SSD as exFAT for Windows and Mac.
Package Contents
Inside the box you get the UGREEN CM578 M.2 NVMe SSD Reader and the USB cable UGREEN supplies for connecting it to your computer. The SSD itself is not included, because the reader is sold empty. If you need a specific cable end, such as USB-C to USB-A for an older desktop, ask on WhatsApp and we will confirm what is in the box before you order. Compatible NVMe SSDs and spare USB cables are sold separately at Mascom International.
Warranty
Mascom International backs the UGREEN CM578 M.2 NVMe SSD Reader with a 6-month warranty covering manufacturing defects under normal use. It covers the reader's case, controller and port. Claims are handled in person at our Nairobi CBD service desk on Kimathi Street. The SSD you install carries its own maker's warranty.
Where to Buy the UGREEN CM578 M.2 NVMe SSD Reader in Kenya
The UGREEN CM578 M.2 NVMe SSD Reader is on the shelf at Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. We are open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Bring your SSD and a laptop, and we will connect it in front of you so you see the drive appear before you pay. It comes in UGREEN's grey finish; confirm the colour in stock on WhatsApp. If you are unsure whether your drive fits, send a photo of its label first and we will check it.
Reach our team before you visit or order:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
We deliver with pay-on-arrival to all 47 counties. Orders within Nairobi and its environs arrive the same day, and buyers in Nakuru, Kisumu, Eldoret and Mombasa receive theirs on the next business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days.
Every unit is backed by the 6-month warranty above. You get honest specifications, accurate pricing and a real service desk in the CBD if anything goes wrong after the sale.
Disclaimer: We can not guarantee that the information on this product is 100% correct
SOCIAL MEDIA