SanDisk Professional - G-DRIVE 6TB External USB-C Hard Drive - Space Gray
- Key Specs
- Storage Capacity: 6000 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: HDD (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.)
- Rotational Speed: 7200 revolutions per minute (The rate at which the hard drive spins its platters. The higher the rotational speed, the faster the drive can read and write data.)
- Maximum Read Speed: 195 megabytes per second (The greatest speed at which the device can read information; for example, opening files.)
- Maximum Write Speed: 195 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 Gen1) (Refers to the types of connections that devices use to interact and communicate with each other.)
- General
- Product Name: G-DRIVE 6TB External USB-C Hard Drive
- Brand: SanDisk Professional
- Model Number: SDPH91G-006T-NBAAD
- Capacity
- Storage Capacity: 6000 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: HDD (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.)
- Rotational Speed: 7200 revolutions per minute (The rate at which the hard drive spins its platters. The higher the rotational speed, the faster the drive can read and write data.)
- Maximum Read Speed: 195 megabytes per second (The greatest speed at which the device can read information; for example, opening files.)
- Maximum Write Speed: 195 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: Desktop (Physical characteristics of the hard drive, including size, weight and how you connect to your device.)
- Interface(s): USB Type C (USB 3.2 Gen1) (Refers to the types of connections that devices use to interact and communicate with each other.)
- Operating System Compatibility: Mac, Windows
- Features
- Usage: Everyday computing, Performance computing
- Power
- Power Source: AC adapter
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 1.38 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: 5.06 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: 2.54 ounces (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Other
- UPC: 718037892085
Backup up your photos or important documents with this SanDisk Professional G-DRIVE desktop hard drive. The sturdy all-aluminum enclosure withstands bumps for lasting durability, while the 6TB capacity provides plenty of storage room. This SanDisk Professional G-DRIVE desktop hard drive supports data transfer speeds of up to 5 Gbps for easy transfer of large files.
- USB 3.1 Gen 1 interface: Provides reliable plug-and-play storage and backup. The included USB Type-C to USB Type-C and a USB Type-C to USB Type-A cables allow this drive to work with all USB 3.1, 3.0, and 2.0 computers.
- Data transfer rates up to 195MB/sec.: Enable a rapid response when updating files.
- Up to 45W USB Type-C Power Delivery: Allows you to charge your compatible MacBook or MacBook Pro without having to take a separate charger out of your bag.
- Compatible with Mac and PC: Ready to go for Mac computers and Apple Time Machine backup right out of the box. Easily reformat for Windows and Windows Backup.
- 6TB storage capacity: Provides ample space for storing documents, photos, music and more.
- Aluminum enclosure: Pairs beautifully with your high-end computer and gives you durable strength you can feel.
- Three-year limited warranty: Backed by a three-year limited warranty, so you know you have storage you can rely on in the field for years to come.
Whats Included
- G-DRIVE 6TB External USB-C Hard Drive
- USB-C to USB-C cable
- USB-C to USB-A cable
- Power cable
- AC power adapter
- Owner's manual
A: Both cords come with the device
A: it’s formatted to work with Mac out of the box it needs to be formatted for PC, they have directions on there websites on how to format for PC
A: Well this is your problem solver. This device can handle that and more.
Q: does this come with software that allows you to manage and view the backup process and files???
A: Yes but I just plugged it into my iMac and it was ready to go.
Q: Can a partition be built to store and operate from Windows and Mac?
A: Yes they can. Any drive should technically be able to do that with the proper partition software. Or you could format it as exFat which can be read by both (and Linux) however frequently switching between the 2 operating systems and accessing files on exFat can cause file corruption. It's possible this issue has been solved by Microsoft & Apple but I'm not 100% sure so I want to give the warning regardless.
