The 256GB StoreJet 500 Portable Solid State Drive from Transcend is formatted in HFS+ for use with your Mac and it connects via Thunderbolt or USB. It is also compatible with Windows computers but requires reformatting. The StoreJet 500 is equipped with a Thunderbolt port for transferring data to your computer with a rate up to 10 Gb/s. In addition, it is also built with a USB 3.0 port that provides 10 times the bandwidth of USB 2.0.
The SSD offers a read speed up to 440 MB/s that provides rapid access to your HD videos. Compared to a hard drive, the SSD features no moving parts, which allows it to run coolly and silently. Additionally, it can withstand five times greater shock than hard drives, giving your data comprehensive protection.
The StoreJet 500 supports Time Machine, which allows you to back up and synchronize data on your Mac computer. Transcend also offers a free download of Transcend Elite data software that makes it easy to keep important files organized, protected, and up-to-date. Furthermore, the StoreJet 500 powers itself from your computer via Thunderbolt or USB. Included with the StoreJet 500 are Thunderbolt and USB 3.0 cables and a travel pouch.