- Key Specs
- Storage Capacity: 240 gigabytes (Measured in megabytes (MB), gigabytes (GB) and terabytes (TB), this is the amount available for storing files, music, movies, photos and more. The total includes the capacity of the hard disk drive and solid state drive if both are included on the computer.)
- Storage Drive Type: SSD (Traditional, mechanical hard disk drives are the most common type of storage because they're relatively inexpensive and offer huge capacities. However, they also generate both noise and heat. Solid state drives, also known as SSDs, are many times faster than hard disk drives and have no moving parts to wear out, but typically offer less capacity for the same price.)
- Interface(s): USB-A (USB 3.0 Gen1) (Refers to the types of connections that devices use to interact and communicate with each other.)
- General
- Brand: SANDISK
- Model Number: SDSSDEXT-240G-G25
- Product Name: Extreme 500 240GB External USB 3.0 Portable SSD
- Color: Black
- Capacity
- Storage Capacity: 240 gigabytes (Measured in megabytes (MB), gigabytes (GB) and terabytes (TB), this is the amount available for storing files, music, movies, photos and more. The total includes the capacity of the hard disk drive and solid state drive if both are included on the computer.)
- Performance
- Storage Drive Type: SSD (Traditional, mechanical hard disk drives are the most common type of storage because they're relatively inexpensive and offer huge capacities. However, they also generate both noise and heat. Solid state drives, also known as SSDs, are many times faster than hard disk drives and have no moving parts to wear out, but typically offer less capacity for the same price.)
- Compatibility
- Internal Or External: External
- External Hard Drive Type: Portable (Physical characteristics of the hard drive, including size, weight and how you connect to your device.)
- Interface(s): USB-A (USB 3.0 Gen1) (Refers to the types of connections that devices use to interact and communicate with each other.)
- Minimum System Requirements: PC: Windows Vista, 7, 8 or 8.1; Mac: OS X 10.4 and later
- Features
- Usage: Everyday computing
- Power
- Power Source: USB port
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 0.42 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 2.98 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 2.72 ounces (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Included
- Included Software: SecureAccess
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 3 years limited
- Warranty - Labor: 3 years limited
- Other
- UPC: 619659128807
Shield your sensitive files against potential intruders with this SanDisk Extreme 500 portable solid state drive, which offers SecureAccess software to encrypt private files. The drive withstands shock, vibration and extreme temperatures for durability.
- 240GB storage capacity: Offers expanded storage for your files.
- USB 3.0 interface: Simplifies connectivity to your computer.
- 415MB/sec. read and 340MB/sec. write speeds: For rapid data transfers.
- SecureAccess software: Encrypts private files to prevent hackers from accessing your personal information.
- Solid state drive with no moving parts: Ensures cool, quiet operation.
- Withstands damage from shock, vibrations and extreme temperatures: To effectively safeguard your data.
- Small and stylish: For a highly portable design.
- PC and Mac compatible: For use with your existing computer.
- 240GB storage capacity: Offers expanded storage for your files.
- USB 3.0 interface: Simplifies connectivity to your computer.
- 415MB/sec. read and 340MB/sec. write speeds: For rapid data transfers.
- SecureAccess software: Encrypts private files to prevent hackers from accessing your personal information.
- Solid state drive with no moving parts: Ensures cool, quiet operation.
- Withstands damage from shock, vibrations and extreme temperatures: To effectively safeguard your data.
- Small and stylish: For a highly portable design.
- PC and Mac compatible: For use with your existing computer.
Whats Included
- Extreme 500 240GB External USB 3.0 Portable SSD
- Owner's manual
- Extreme 500 240GB External USB 3.0 Portable SSD
- Owner's manual
Q: I have Windows 10 - Can I clone the OS onto it and use it as a boot drive?
A: I bought one and answered my own question. Yes you can set this up as a boot drive for Windows, although instead of cloning I did a clean install. Am now booting and loading programs much faster. Great buy!
A: Yes I used it on my Xbox one S and worked Well No Issues very easy 2 second Install. You just push ur games onto the external and it will read and write as a primary memory drive. See most improvements in downloading but not actual gameplay unless you go with an internal ssd
A: The hard drive has a three year warranty. I do not believe they will restore your files. .
Q: Is this hard drive, Apple TimeMachine compatible?
A: Yes, this hard drive is compatible with Apple TimeMachine.
Q: compatible with windows 10?
A: Yes, this is compatible.
Q: Can I download pictures from my iPad easily on this?
A: undefined
Q: Can i format this to FAT32 ??
A: Yes I’m pretty sure all Of them Do atleast my sub ss thumb drive does.
Q: can this be connected to a tv with usb port and will usb 2.0 work or just 3.0
A: USB 2.0 works!
