SanDisk Professional - G-DRIVE ArmorATD 4TB External USB-C Portable Hard Drive - Space Gray
- Key Specs
- Storage Capacity: 4000 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.)
- Maximum Read Speed: 140 megabytes per second (The greatest speed at which the device can read information; for example, opening files.)
- Maximum Write Speed: 140 megabytes per second (The greatest speed at which the device can write information; for example, saving files.)
- Interface(s): USB Type C (USB 3.1 Gen1), Thunderbolt 3 (Refers to the types of connections that devices use to interact and communicate with each other.)
- General
- Product Name: G-DRIVE ArmorATD 4TB External USB-C Portable Hard Drive
- Brand: SanDisk Professional
- Model Number: SDPH81G-004T-GBAND
- Color: Space Gray
- Capacity
- Storage Capacity: 4000 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.)
- Maximum Read Speed: 140 megabytes per second (The greatest speed at which the device can read information; for example, opening files.)
- Maximum Write Speed: 140 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 3.1 Gen1), Thunderbolt 3 (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
- Power
- Power Source: USB port
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 1.18 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: 3.46 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: 12.3 ounces (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Other
- UPC: 718037891835
Back up valuable memories or important documents with this SanDisk Professional G-Drive ArmorATD external hard drive. The all-terrain build and aluminum housing provide long-lasting use, while data transfer speeds up to 140 MB/sec. make it easy to move large video or music files. Boasting a 4TB capacity, this SanDisk G-Drive ArmorATD external hard drive provides plenty of storage space.
- USB 3.1 Gen 1 interface: Provides reliable plug-and-play storage and backup that's also compatible with Thunderbolt 3 and USB 3.0.
- Data transfer rates up to 135MB/s: Enable a rapid response when updating files.
- Compatible with Mac and PC: Works with macOS right out of the box, and Windows via reformat.
- 4TB storage capacity: Provides ample space for storing documents, photos, music and more.
- Rugged design: The G-DRIVE ArmorATD helps shield your photos, footage and files from accidental drops with a premium aluminum enclosure, internal shock mounts, and an easy-grip rubber bumper for durability you can trust.
- IP54 rain-and dust-resistant: This G-DRIVE ArmorATD hard drive has rain, dust and crush resistance for up to 1,000 Ibs. to withstand hostile weather.
- Portable design: Lets you take your data on the go.
- 3-year limited warranty: Backed by a 3-year limited warranty so you know you have storage you can rely on in the field for years to come.
Whats Included
- G-DRIVE ArmorATD 4TB External USB-C Portable Hard Drive
- USB-C cable
- USB-C to USB-A cable
- Owner's manual
Q: Can it be used with the good old USB ports?
A: It is USB C based but can be used otherwise with the correct adapter.
A: It can be done it depends on it you would WANT to do it that way -it depends on drive and bus speed. Most portable external drives wont be fast enough for high end picture editing. For example if you're trying to edit a 30 MB image in Photoshop on the drive it might be too slow. But if you're working on 5 MB images it should be fine. Since this drive is meant for portability you should consider if that is what you need or a drive meant to remain in one place. A physically larger drive will give you more speed and space. You could also clear space off your main drive onto a portable drive and use the main for editing.
A: Many newer iMacs only have Type-C and TB ports. If you don’t need Thunderbolt-level data transfer speed, the design still permits you to use the drive without having to buy an (expensive) adaptor. This may not be what their designers (or marketeers) were thinking, but that’s why I bought this one—just for routine backup on my iMac.
