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SanDisk Professional - G-DRIVE PRO 12TB External Thunderbolt 3 and USB-C Hard Drive - Space Gray

Model: SDPH51J-012T-NBAAD
SKU: 6469523
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  • Key Specs
    • Storage Capacity: 12000 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.)
    • Interface(s): Thunderbolt 3, 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 PRO 12TB External Thunderbolt 3 and USB-C Hard Drive
    • Brand: SanDisk Professional
    • Model Number: SDPH51J-012T-NBAAD
  • Capacity
    • Storage Capacity: 12000 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.)
  • 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): Thunderbolt 3, 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: 1.81 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: 5.12 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: 2.6 ounces (The out of box weight of the item.)
  • Other
    • UPC: 718037891743

Secure your media and other digital information with this SanDisk Professional G-DRIVE PRO desktop drive. The 12TB capacity lets you organize important documents and files, while the USB 3.2 and Thunderbolt 3 interfaces support seamless connectivity. This SanDisk Professional G-DRIVE PRO desktop drive has a transfer rate of up to 250MB/sec. for swift movement of data.

  • Dual Thunderbolt 3 and single USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 1 ports: Allow you to quickly move your HD images and 4K footage so you can spend less time waiting and more time creating.
  • Data transfer rates up to 230MB/sec.: Enable a rapid response when updating files.
  • Daisy chaining for up to five additional devices: Keeps you connected to multiple drives, 4K displays and more through a single connection to your computer.
  • Enterprise-class 7200 rpm Ultrastar drive: Perfect for all your demanding workloads and mission-critical content.
  • Compatible with Mac and PC: Ready to go for Mac computers and Apple Time Machine backup right out of the box. Can be easily reformated for Windows and Windows Backup.
  • 12TB 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.
  • Five-year limited warranty: Backed by a five-year limited warranty, so you know you have storage you can rely on in the field for years to come.
Whats Included
  • SanDisk Professional G-DRIVE PRO 12TB 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

Q: What's the speed/performance like on an M1 or M1 Max Mac using Thunderbolt 3?

A: I was able to move 90GB in about 4 minutes! It’s pretty incredible (M1 Pro MacBook 14”)

Q: What file format does this drive come with preformatted? NTFS FAT32 EXFAT

A: It's formatted HFS+ for Mac. So you'll need to format it before you use it if you're not using MacOS.