Troubleshoot Low profile SSD usb drives

[ng4ever]

Do any exist ?

The reason being is my case has usb ports on top and my keyboard tray clearance is only like 2 or 3 inches max.

The normal usb thumb drives I hit when my keyboard tray comes out.

 

[roger_m]

Have a look at these:
SanDisk Ultra Fit USB 3.0 Flash Drive
usb mini flash drive | eBay

 

[Digerati]

What you mean by "SSD" USB drives? While "flash" or "thumb" drives use similar memory technologies as SSDs, they are not the same thing. SSDs are used for mass and permanent storage. Thumb drives are typically used for smaller storage needs and should only be used for temporary storage.

If you really meant a thumb drive but are concerned about space, you can always use a USB extension cable between your USB port and the thumb drive. I have seen them as short as 6 inches up to many feet.

 

[n0k0m3]

But... why USB? you won't get any performance from the SSD at all (yes it is possible to have SSD USB, contrary to @Digerati 's believes but it is more like a DIY kit)

If you are using a desktop and still having a PCIe Slot left, buy a PCIe card for M.2 ssds and enjoy.

If you are talking about USB for normal usage then Sandisk Ultra Fit will serve you best (yep supports USB 3.0 so you can enjoy the extra performance)

 

[Digerati]

(yes it is possible to have SSD USB, contrary to @Digerati 's believes

Contrary to what I said? Please show us where I said it is not possible.

FTR, I never said that. You can indeed install a SSD into an external USB drive enclosure.

I did, however, ask the OP to clarify what he was looking for.