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Samsung - T7 Shield 2TB External USB 3.2 Gen 2 Rugged SSD IP65 Water Resistant - Black

Model: MU-PE2T0S/AM
SKU: 6501714
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Customers praise the product for its exceptional overall performance and impressive transfer speeds. Users frequently highlight the sleek design and compact size, which make the device highly portable and convenient for daily use. While the storage capacity is well-regarded, some individuals have noted occasional connectivity issues and mentioned that the price point is relatively high.

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Features
  • Rugged durability

    Tough, fast, and compact. The all new rugged PSSD T7 Shield is built to endure with the space to create thanks to an IP65 rating for Dust¹ and Water² resistance.

  • Keep cool at high speed

    Transfer massive files in seconds. USB 3.2 Gen 2 and PCIe NVMe achieve soaring sequential read/write speeds of up to 1,050/1,000 MB/s³, allowing you to edit directly from the drive.

  • The high-tech rubber exterior with Dynamic Thermal Guard controls heat to maintain steady performance for even giant projects.

  • Mighty tough

    Ready for the rough and tumble. Shoot on location and wander the wild while feeling confident your data is securely resistant against water⁴ and dust⁵ with an IP65 rating.

  • The rugged design and advanced outer elastomer add extra durability to even endure a 9.8 foot drop.⁶

  • Compatible with your devices

    The T7 Shield is compatible with PC, Mac, Android devices, gaming consoles, and more ⁷. Included in the box are USB Type C-to-C and Type C-to-A cables⁷ for added convenience.

  • Durable yet stylish

    Take your pick. 1TB or 2TB gives you colossal space in sleek colorways of blue, beige, or black. The stylish rubberized grip prevents slips so it stays in your hands. Bring everything with you, and look great doing it.

  • World's #1 Flash Memory Brand

    Experience the superior performance and reliability that you can only get from the world's number one brand for flash memory since 2003⁸.

  • All firmware and components, including Samsung's world-renowned DRAM and NAND, are produced in-house, allowing end-to-end integration for quality you can trust

  • ¹Consistent with IP65 rating, tested under controlled conditions: 2kg/m³ of active dust with a pressure under 2kPa for 8 hours. Dust resistant capabilities may vary depending on the actual conditions.

  • ²Consistent with IP65 rating, tested under controlled conditions: water flow of 100kPa for 3 minutes. Water resistant capabilities may vary depending on the actual conditions.

  • ³Performance may vary depending on host configuration. To reach maximum read/write speeds of up to 1,050/1,000 MB/s, respectively, the host device and connection cables must support USB 3.2 Gen 2 and the UASP mode must be enabled.

  • ⁴Test system configuration: ASUS Z270 ROG MAXIMUS IX HERO (USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C), Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-7700K CPU @ 4.20GHz, OS- Windows 10 19H2.

  • ⁵Consistent with IP65 rating, tested under controlled conditions: water flow of 100kPa for 3 minutes. Water resistant capabilities may vary depending on the actual conditions.

  • ⁶Consistent with IP65 rating, tested under controlled conditions: 2kg/m³ of active dust with a pressure under 2kPa for 8 hours. Dust resistant capabilities may vary depending on the actual conditions.

  • ⁷Tested to withstand 9.8-ft (3 meters) drop under controlled conditions. Drop resistance capability may vary depending on the actual environmental conditions

  • ⁸Compatibility with host devices may vary. Some operating systems may require T7 Shield reformatting. T7 Shield is compatible with USB 3.0 and USB 2.0.

Specifications
  • Storage Capacity
    2000 gigabytes
    Storage Drive Type
    SSD
    Maximum Read Speed
    1050 megabytes per second
    Maximum Write Speed
    1000 megabytes per second
    Interface(s)
    USB-C (USB 3.2 Gen2)
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Reviews

Customers are sayingCustomers praise the product for its exceptional overall performance and impressive transfer speeds. Users frequently highlight the sleek design and compact size, which make the device highly portable and convenient for daily use. While the storage capacity is well-regarded, some individuals have noted occasional connectivity issues and mentioned that the price point is relatively high.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
  • Overall Performance (917)
  • Speed (694)
  • Portability (388)
  • Size (264)
  • Storage Capacity (260)
  • Connectivity (19)
  • Price (6)

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great SSD, already buying my second one

    ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5/5 — Reliable, Fast, and Built Tough The Samsung T7 Shield 2TB SSD is a great choice if you need fast and durable storage. It delivers excellent performance with read/write speeds up to 1,050 / 1,000 MB/s, making it perfect for transferring large files, videos, or games quickly. What makes it stand out is its rugged, rubberized design. It’s IP65 water and dust resistant and built to survive drops up to 9.8 feet. Whether you're working in the field, traveling, or just want peace of mind at your desk, this drive can handle it. It also offers AES-256 hardware encryption to keep your data secure, and it comes with both USB-C and USB-A cables for wide compatibility with PCs, Macs, and Android devices. Pros: Super fast transfers Tough, water- and dust-resistant build Compact and portable Built-in security features Cons: A little pricier than the standard T7 Slightly bulkier due to rugged shell Bottom Line: If you need a reliable, fast, and durable external SSD, the Samsung T7 Shield is one of the best options available.

    This review is from Samsung - T7 Shield 2TB External USB 3.2 Gen 2 Rugged SSD IP65 Water Resistant - Blue

    Posted by AdamK

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent design and performance.

    Very pleased with this unit and its performance. Physically it's durable and well protected, yet small and easy to store and transport. It connects flawlessly to all my devices including my Android phone, desktop computer, and my laptop, making it easy to quickly transfer files between them. Transfer speeds are much higher than wifi or Bluetooth, so large video files from my phone and 3D video camera are no problem. Will soon be acquiring more of these for continued storage and data backups. Highly recommended.

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Solid Storage Unit

    Fast, sturdy, and convenient - ready to go where I go, always. By my side for every drone media shot/dump. Did I say it’s fast!?!?

    Posted by edpjr69

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    A great grab-and-go device for cloning your PC

    ​The SSD comes with two cables -- a USB-A 3.x to USB-C, and a USB-C to USB-C. I confirmed that they are both data AND charge. So you can deploy them for other uses such as charging your phone or programming your microcontroller. The installation software supports Windows 7 and higher, macOS 10.10 and higher, and Android 5 and higher. Installation permits optional AES 256-bit hardware password protection. The datasheet says that it is drop-resistant to 3 meters. It is equipped with an IP65 rating for water and dust resistance. I did a Windows 10 copy/paste backup of 53 GB in 44 minutes. I will continue to backup more at this rate. You could use Macrium Reflect to clone your whole drive to this grab-and-go device.

    Posted by JerryC

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very compact and sturdy

    I have bunch hard drivers from different brands they are bulky and slow I bought this one couple months ago , wow very small and strong too fast for transferring data highly recommended.

    Posted by RohullahP

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Questions & Answers
  • What is the difference between the Samsung SSD S7 and the shield version? Just that the shield is more rugged?

    Babs: Both the T7 and T7 Shield have the same USB interface, maximum sequential reading and maximum sequential writing speeds. They both have the same security with password protection; support the Samsung Portable SSD Software and Samsung Magician Software and use AES 256-bit hardware encryption. The main visible difference between the two drives is that the T7 Shield is the only one to offer any protection against dust and water. With an IP65 rating, the Shield version is fully dust tight in addition to being able to be submerged underwater at a maximum depth of 1 meter for up to 30 minutes. The T7 offers a drop resistance of up to 2 meters while the T7 Shield offers a drop resistance of up to 3 meters. - Samsung Memory

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  • Can it store ps5 games and play ps5 games from the drive

    Bee: You can store PS5 games onto the drive. To play PS5 games, you need to copy game data from your USB extended storage drive back to your PS5 console's internal SSD storage. It’s much quicker to copy a PS5 game from USB extended storage than to re-download it. Should you have any questions or need assistance using this product, know we are always here to help. Call: 1-800-SAMSUNG (ask for Memory or press #, then 6 for Memory products) Available 9AM – 9PM EST (Mon-Fri) - Samsung Memory

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  • Will this drive work in a USB 3.1 port?

    Curious: Your PC's USB Type C Port must support USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps) in order to fully utilize the speed of the T7 Shield. USB 3.0 Gen.1, USB 3.1 Gen 1. USB 3.2 Gen.1 are restricted to 5Gbs speeds any may be the bottleneck to the performance of your drive. - Samsung Memory

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  • Is this "plug-and-play"?

    William: Yes. The T7 Shield begins to operate as soon as you plug the drive to a device using one of the included USB 3.2 Type C-to-C and Type C-to-A cables. Should you need assistance, please know we are always here to help. Call: 1-800-SAMSUNG (ask for Memory) Available 9AM – 12AM EST (Mon-Fri) - Samsung Memory

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  • Is this external drive compatible with Mac and Mac note.

    It is compatible with Mac. Yes that’s how I use it.

    Answered by Anonymous
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