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Q: QuestionWhat is the data transfer speed of this SSD?

• A:Answer This SSD has a data transfer speed of up to 2000 Mbps.

Q: QuestionWhat is the storage capacity of this SanDisk Extreme Pro Portable SSD?

• A:Answer This SanDisk Extreme Pro Portable SSD has a storage capacity of 1TB, providing ample space for your files.

Q: QuestionIs this SSD compatible with both PC and Mac?

• A:Answer Yes, this SSD is compatible with both PC and Mac, offering flexible installation options.

Q: QuestionHow durable is this portable SSD?

• A:Answer This SSD has a water- and dust-resistant design with an IP55 rating, and it can withstand rain, splashes, spills, and dust.

Q: QuestionDoes this SanDisk SSD have any protection for my files?

• A:Answer Yes, it features password protection and 128-bit AES hardware encryption to help keep your files secure.

Q: QuestionDoes this hard drive require installation of a driver or application, or need special security permissions? Or can I just use it from computer to computer without having to install something new or change any settings?

Asked 3 years ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer I used it on 4 Mac OS (MacBook Air from 2014, Mac Mini M1, MacBook Air M1, and Mac Pro 2009) computers to transfer files. I didn’t have to install any drivers nor softwares. It was a plug and play experience. On the older Mac hardware I had to use the included USB-C to USB-A cable and on the new hardware the included USB-C to USB-C cable.

  Answered 3 years ago by iLueVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionSanDisk Extreme Pro work on android or iOS 15.5 devices like for example,Samsung galaxy tab s7 + or galaxy fold 3?

Asked 4 years ago by Apollyon66666.

• A:Answer Please allow us to inform you that the amount of current required to power this portable SSD device is approximately 1.1 amps. This SSD should work with most higher-end mobile phones that do provide sufficient power. However, we would suggest you check the same with your host device manufacturer.

  Answered 3 years ago by SanDisk Team

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Q: QuestionFrom what i been sing on the news, and all over online, had to do with issues with the SDSSDE81 model. This impacted the 1, 2 and 4TB units. Have these issues been resolved yet from SanDisk? Would love to get the Extreme Pro but that is stopping me...

Asked 2 years ago by TomWalla74.

• A:Answer No, avoid this hard drive. My wife just recently bought one of these, an a month later it became corrupted, and she lost 2 weeks worth of work.

  Answered 2 years ago by DedicatedGamerVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionDoes the USB-C come with adapter to regular USB

Asked 2 years ago by LaoR.

• A:Answer Please be informed that you will find Extreme PRO Portable SSD, USB-C to USB-C Cable, USB-C to USB-A Cable and Safety and Warranty Guide in the box.

  Answered 2 years ago by SanDisk Team

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Q: QuestionCan I put pictures directly from an Iphone?

Asked 3 years ago by Matteo.

• A:Answer Please allow us to inform you that the amount of current required to power this portable SSD device is approximately 1.1 amps. This SSD should work with most higher-end mobile phones that do provide sufficient power. However, we would suggest you check the same with your host device manufacturer.

  Answered 3 years ago by SanDisk Team

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Q: Questioni am looking for an external SSD drive to copy files off my older Dell desktop which has the older USB port. Can I use the SanDisk - Extreme Pro Portable 1TB External USB-C NVMe SSD to do this. What is type C port

Asked 3 years ago by PGW3.

• A:Answer Yes, the SanDisk® Extreme Pro Portable SSD works as plug & play storage device and it is backward compatible with USB port. This SSD also comes with USB-C to USB-A cable. Also be informed that USB-C is a 24-pin USB connector system with a rotationally symmetrical connector. The designation C refers only to the connector's physical configuration or form factor.

  Answered 3 years ago by SanDisk Team

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Q: QuestionHello, will this work well with a xbox one x? And also will it work well with the xbox series x?

Asked 4 years ago by Xbox.

• A:Answer Hi, please be informed that this SSD can be connected as an external drive connected to your XBOX One X/ Series X Gaming Console. If your XBOX allows playing games that are installed on an externally connected disk drive, then you should be able to play games on your XBOX using this SSD Drive. However, in order to know how to do the same if possible, we suggest you to contact Microsoft customer support.

  Answered 4 years ago by SanDisk Team

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Q: QuestionCan I use this for 4k dash cam?

Asked 2 weeks ago by MuStAnG.

• A:Answer Hi, thank you for contacting us. Please note that the SanDisk Extreme Pro Portable SSD is an external storage drive and can generally be used to store or transfer 4K media. However, exact compatibility depends on whether your dash cam supports external SSD storage, the required file system, and its power/output specifications. We recommend checking the dash cam manufacturer’s support or device specifications.

  Answered 2 weeks ago by SanDisk Team

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Q: QuestionIs this SSD External Hard Drive compatible with Logic Pro?

Asked 1 month ago by Bassclif.

• A:Answer Hi there, Yes - the SanDisk Extreme PRO 1TB Portable SSD (SDSSDE81-1T00-G25) is compatible with Logic Pro on macOS. However, we recommend checking with Apple for full compatibility and optimal setup. If you need further assistance, please contact us at: https://support-en.sandisk.com/app/askweb

  Answered 1 month ago by SanDisk Team

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Q: QuestionDoes this can connect my iPhone 17 pro?

Asked 4 months ago by SilvaMagic.

• A:Answer Hi there, No, this drive requires more power to operate and is designed to work with computers. If you need an SSD for your iPhone 17 pro, you may check: https://shop.sandisk.com/products/ssd/external-ssd/portable-ssd-sandisk-extreme-usb-3-2?sku=SDSSDE61-1T00-I25B or for flash drives, please check: https://shop.sandisk.com/product-portfolio/usb-flash-drives?filterByConnector_List=USB-C. If you need further assistance, please reach out to us at: https://support-en.sandisk.com/app/askweb

  Answered 4 months ago by SanDisk Team

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Q: QuestionDoes this use FAT32 or exFAT?

Asked 11 months ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer Hi, thank you for contacting us. Please know that the SanDisk Extreme Pro Portable USB-C NVMe SSD comes pre-formatted in exFAT, which supports files of any type and works seamlessly across Windows and macOS.

  Answered 11 months ago by SanDisk Team

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Q: QuestionCan this be used to transfer photos from ipad 10? Will the cable provided work or would I need to purchase a seperate cable?

Asked 2 years ago by NannB.

• A:Answer Yes

  Answered 2 years ago by PinaRVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionCan I connect this to Tesla Model Y for the dashcam recording

Asked 2 years ago by elkbury.

• A:Answer Please note that we do not recommend using any Drives/ Memory Cards other than the SanDisk®️ High Endurance/ MAX Endurance Memory Cards, these are designed to be used with devices like Dashcams, Security/ Surveillance Devices and In-Car Recording Devices as these devices perform constant read and write operations while recording continuous videos. Please use a SanDisk®️ High Endurance/ MAX Endurance Memory Card with such device since these Memory Cards are specifically designed for constant Read/ Write Operations.

  Answered 2 years ago by SanDisk Team

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Q: QuestionOne question I bought this memory to play PC games. But I would like to know if I could leave this memory connected when I turn off my PC or always when I turn off the PC after ejecting the memory, do I have to disconnect it?

Asked 3 years ago by Henry.

• A:Answer Leaving it connected will not hurt it, when you wake up your computer it will recognize it,

  Answered 3 years ago by MarioCVerified Purchase

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