“Does 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?”
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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.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.As far as Apple products, the SD Extreme Pro SSD comes with pre-installed links to download a security software app for MacOS (Mac Desktops or MacBooks) that you’ll need to set up a password and enable encryption. It’s a pretty easy process though the password setting process is made more difficult as the password entering boxes are nonexistent (with my settings at least) so you have to watch where the cursor changes from arrow to a type icon. There were no indicators (black dots) to show each entered password character (or the option to “show” password). I just pressed enter after I thought it was entered correctly and hoped for the best. They do make you confirm the password so in the end you’ll be fine. Unfortunately, whether a Sandisk oversight or an Apple issue, there is no iOS security software for this device - I’ve tried ALL Sandisk Security Apps in the Apple App Store as of 7/23. So, if you set up security in MacOS, the SD Extreme Pro will not be readable by iOS devices. In order to use on both MacOS and iOS devices easily, you’ll either have to 1) forgo the security or 2) disable the security in macOS before each iOS use then re-enable in macOS afterwards. A hassle to say the least. Without this issue, this would have been an exceptionally balanced device (looks, size, speed, security, etc) but someone blew it on the security utility front - again, unless it’s an Apple policy issue.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Well, the first two answers are true IF you’re not going to use the security features like password protection and 256-bit encryption (highly recommended if you care about privacy if lost). However, as far as Apple product use and the password protection and encryption software, you should know that the software is only available and works on the Mac ONLY and not on iOS devices. So, if you set up a password and encrypt the disc on Mac, when you plug it into an iOS device, there is no iOS software to enter password or decrypt so is unreadable. The device will work plug-and-play from Mac to iOS device easily - without it’s own power source - on both Mac and iOS if you don’t use the security software features but in order to use the security features, you have to disable the password on the Mac first in order to open the SSD to use on iOS device, then plug back into the Mac and re-enable the password. For such a nice, all-in-one device - good looks, compact, fast with security - it’s a head-scratcher and shame that Sandisk could have approached perfection by simply adding iOS security software. Maybe an Apple issue but… As far as in Windows and Android ecosystems, I don’t have mobile devices for either so can’t comment if there’s a similar issue there.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.No installation or software required. It is plug-n-play, use it from one computer to another. However, please note that if your company has blocked USB storage devices then you will not be able to use ANY external hard drive/thumb drive on your company computer.
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