WALNUT, Calif. (January 11th, 2008) – Zonet (www.zonetusa.com) a designer and manufacturer of computer peripherals, has announced a product designed to be visually compelling from outside-in and inside-out – the new SATA Enclosures. With estimated pricing between $25 and $35 USD, the SATA Enclosures combine both function and innovative styling to blend seamlessly with the newest sleek PC and Mac desktops, laptops and peripherals that have hit the market. Featuring a resilient, high-impact acrylic case in azure blue or supple leather, the drive enclosures convert any 2.5” or 3.5” SATA hard disk drive into a combo SATA and Hi-Speed USB 2.0 external hard drive by simply connecting the drive to the cables inside the enclosure. Ideal for sharing data between multiple computers or for storing documents, photos and other media files, these bus-powered enclosures (no external AC power needed) are designed to be compact and lightweight – perfect for people who are always on the go! Each 2.5” SATA Enclosure is hot-swappable and plug and play, while the 3.5” model even supports the XBOX 360 and PS3!

“We wanted to come to market with products that were designed to be easy on the eyes while also offering the very latest chips and components available to the market,” said Ms. Yang, executive manager of Zonet USA. “We wanted to satisfy consumer demand for products that satisfy both form and function. It is for these demanding customers that we expressly designed these SATA drive kit enclosures to offer extra storage without forcing users to crack open their computer case.”

These devices satisfy both form and function. They give users extra storage without having to open their computer case. Each device comes with a one year manufacturer warranty and will begin shipping immediately.

The SATA Enclosures will begin shipping immediately and will be available through authorized Zonet distributors, resellers and online retailers. For detailed information on availability please visit www.zonetusa.com and check the “Where to Buy” section.