SanDisk Professional - G-DRIVE 1TB External USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (NVMe) Portable SSD - Black

Name: SanDisk Professional - G-DRIVE 1TB External USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (NVMe) Portable SSD - Black
Brand: SanDisk Professional
SKU: 6467101
Rating: 4.7 (61 reviews)

Model: SDPS11A-001T-GBANB

SKU: 6467101

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Key Specs
- Storage Capacity: 1000 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.)
- Maximum Read Speed: 1050 megabytes per second (The greatest speed at which the device can read information; for example, opening files.)
- Maximum Write Speed: 1050 megabytes per second (The greatest speed at which the device can write information; for example, saving files.)
- Interface(s): USB Type C (USB 3.2 Gen2) (Refers to the types of connections that devices use to interact and communicate with each other.)
General
- Product Name: G-DRIVE 1TB External USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (NVMe) Portable SSD
- Brand: SanDisk Professional
- Model Number: SDPS11A-001T-GBANB
- Color: Black
Capacity
- Storage Capacity: 1000 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.)
- Maximum Read Speed: 1050 megabytes per second (The greatest speed at which the device can read information; for example, opening files.)
- Maximum Write Speed: 1050 megabytes per second (The greatest speed at which the device can write information; for example, saving files.)
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 Type C (USB 3.2 Gen2) (Refers to the types of connections that devices use to interact and communicate with each other.)
- Operating System Compatibility: Mac, Windows
- Minimum System Requirements: macOS 10.11+ (Time Machine compatible)/Windows 10+ (via reformat)
Features
- Security Features: Software
- Data Encryption: true
- Encryption Algorithm: 256-bit AES-XTS hardware encryption (The algorithm standard used to encrypt data on a device.)
- Usage: Everyday computing
Power
- Power Source: USB port
Dimensions
- Product Height: 0.59 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: 1.97 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: 3.2 ounces (The out of box weight of the item.)
Other
- UPC: 718037887371

Store your photos and videos with this SanDisk Professional G-Drive SSD. The included USB-C to USB-A cable adapter enables backward compatibility with older devices, while the USB 3.0 interface offers data rates of up to 10 Gbps for rapid file transfer. This SanDisk G-Drive SSD boasts a 1TB storage capacity to accommodate large files, and the ultra-rugged construction offers durability.

USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C interface: Ensures compatibility with a wide range of USB Type-C computers and smartphones for fast and easy backup.
Up to 1050MB/sec. data transfer speed: Allows you to quickly move your files to your computer and enables quick and efficient file backup.
Password-enabled 256-bit AES-XTS hardware encryption: Helps keep your files secure.
Compatible with PC and Mac: Offers flexible installation options.
1TB storage capacity: Provides ample space for storing documents, photos, music and more.
Water- and dust-resistant design: Boasts an IP67 rating and stands up to rain, splashes, spills, and dust.
Five-year limited warranty: Enjoy the peace of mind a five-year limited warranty brings when it comes from SanDisk.
Solid-state drive with no moving parts: Ensures cool, quiet operation.

Whats Included

G-DRIVE 1TB External USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (NVMe) Portable Solid State Drive
USB-C cable, USB-C to USB-A cable
Owner's manual

Q: I have an older macbook pro (2013) running Big Sur. Will it be easy to format this drive for my laptop backups?

A: Yes Works well with all IOS PC's

Q: Country of origin?

A: SanDisk I believe is made in the USA

Q: Why does the Overview Description state data rates of up to 10 Gps, while the Specifications list the transfer rate as 1050 Mps?

A: Up to 10Gbps = Up to 1250MB/s. Most common transfer rates will be listed in MB/s on an operation system level.

Customers are saying

Customers are satisfied with the G-DRIVE 1TB External USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C (NVMe) Portable SSD's small and compact size, finding it easily portable. The drive's performance has also been praised as reliable and impressive. No significant drawbacks were reported by customers.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Works perfectly.
Works great, just as expected. I really have no major complaints at this time. I wish it was a little bit less expensive, but I believe the quality is worth the money overall.
Posted 2 years ago by DanaM
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Nice little hot drive
So far so good but it seems to run very hot, which is unusual for a solid state drive. I hope that it lasts and won't die prematurely.
Posted 2 years ago by GaryR
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
A tiny Time Machine.
I've been using G-Drive external hard drives for a number of years. This will be my third G-Drive and first SSD. G-Drives are built a lot more robust than other external drives. This version is made by SanDisk, a part of Western Digital, who bought G-Drive from Hitachi a number of years back. I bought a new used iMac Pro. I put it on an arm. I wanted to be able to remove the last vestige of a desktop setup; the Time Machine backup drive. This is a very small form factor SSD hard drive; smaller than an iPhone 4 and very light. I have it nestled in the adapter bracket on the back of the iMac and connected with a short USB-C data cable. To get the best use of this SSD, connect it using a data cable. While data cables can pass power (charge), charging cables may not be up to passing large amounts of data. The G-Drive runs silently ...as an SSD should ...and it gets a little warm when it's running. There's a small, dim LED that lights when the drive is powered, which is anytime it's plugged into a USB-C port. The case appears to be rubber coated aluminum; there is no plastic save for the LED lens and the "G" logo. If you're looking for a rugged, large capacity, small form external drive, then I highly recommend you check out this SSD G-Drive. Based on my experience with the HDD G-Drives, I see no reason to doubt this SSD won't last quite a long time.
Posted 2 years ago by Mike463