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Glyph Technologies 4TB Blackbox Plus 5400 rpm USB 3.1 Type-C External Hard Drive

BH #GLBBPL4000 • MFR #BBPL4000
142 reviews
Glyph Technologies 4TB Blackbox Plus 5400 rpm USB 3.1 Type-C External Hard Drive
Key Features
  • 4TB Storage Capacity
  • USB 3.1 Type-C Interface
  • Up to 140 MB/s Data Transfer Speed
  • 5400 rpm
Sporting USB 3.1 Type-C connectivity, the bus-powered 4TB Blackbox Plus 5400 rpm USB 3.1 Type-C External Hard Drive from Glyph Technologies can easily be plugged into systems running Windows Vista or later and macOS 10.4 and later without the need for an external power source. In addition to USB 3.1 Type-C compatibility, the Blackbox Plus also supports Thunderbolt 3 connectivity, making it both rugged and versatile. Once connected, this hard drive supports data transfer rates of up to 140 MB/s to enhance workflows and transfer important files to and from the drive quickly and efficiently. Once files are stored, the Blackbox Plus can be taken with you out into the field, as its rubber housing helps to protect against the elements. The Blackbox Plus comes formatted for Mac and may be used with Windows after a simple reformat. Included with this drive is a USB 3.1 Type-C to USB 3.1 Type-C cable and a USB 3.1 Type-C to USB 3.0/2.0 Type-A cable. Protection is provided by a limited 1-year advanced replacement warranty, a limited 2-year level 1 data recovery warranty, and a limited 3-year hardware warranty.
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Glyph Technologies Plus External HDD Overview

Sporting USB 3.1 Type-C connectivity, the bus-powered 4TB Blackbox Plus 5400 rpm USB 3.1 Type-C External Hard Drive from Glyph Technologies can easily be plugged into systems running Windows Vista or later and macOS 10.4 and later without the need for an external power source. In addition to USB 3.1 Type-C compatibility, the Blackbox Plus also supports Thunderbolt 3 connectivity, making it both rugged and versatile. Once connected, this hard drive supports data transfer rates of up to 140 MB/s to enhance workflows and transfer important files to and from the drive quickly and efficiently. Once files are stored, the Blackbox Plus can be taken with you out into the field, as its rubber housing helps to protect against the elements. The Blackbox Plus comes formatted for Mac and may be used with Windows after a simple reformat. Included with this drive is a USB 3.1 Type-C to USB 3.1 Type-C cable and a USB 3.1 Type-C to USB 3.0/2.0 Type-A cable. Protection is provided by a limited 1-year advanced replacement warranty, a limited 2-year level 1 data recovery warranty, and a limited 3-year hardware warranty.

General Features

Rugged Storage On-the-Go

Blackbox Plus features USB Type-C technology, optimized passive cooling, integrated health monitoring, and its tough outer shell is built to take a beating. Rugged professional storage designed to go everywhere you do. Small enough to fit in your pocket, yet powerful enough to take its rightful place in your workflow.

Time Machine Compatible

The Glyph Blackbox Plus comes preformatted HFS+ with Journaling and is Time Machine compatible out of the box. A simple reformat is all it takes for the Blackbox Plus to work with Windows systems.
UPC: 691450003613

Glyph Technologies Plus External HDD Specs

Storage Capacity4 TB
Connection1 x USB 3.2 / USB 3.1 Gen 2 (USB Type-C)
Read SpeedMaximum: 140 MB/s
Write SpeedMaximum: 140 MB/s
Pre-FormatHFS+
Internal Drive
Internal InterfaceSATA (Unspecified)
TypeHard Disk Drive
Rotational Speed5400 rpm
Form Factor2.5"
External Enclosure
Power SourceThunderbolt/USB Bus Power
Cooling SystemPassive
Dimensions (L x W x H)5.8 x 3.7 x 0.8" / 14.6 x 9.4 x 2.0 cm
Packaging Info
Package Weight1.365 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)7.5 x 6.8 x 1.6"

Glyph Technologies Plus External HDD Reviews

So far so good

By Matthew
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-05-30

I like the size and ease of use.

So far so good

By Harry
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-03-11

Huge amount of space for not much $$$. Looks good and is MUCH quieter than the drive it replaces. Transfer speeds are as advertised. Ask me in a year or three... that will be the real test.

Very Misleading for now Mac Users

By Kerry E
Rated 3 out of 5
Date: 2022-03-08

If you are a Mac User this product will serve you well because it's preformatted for you. However if you are like myself who aren't users of Mac products then you will be surprised that you'll have to format it yourself after trying to figure out which drives are allocated for usage in and which aren't. Outside of that it proves to be very feasible tool to utilize for your photos, videos and documents.

So Far So Good

By Ranae
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2022-02-22

I was really relunctant to try a new product, but I plugged it in and tht was it. No problems.

Works like a charm!

By Robert
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-02-20

Good drive so far. Works like it's supposed too with my Mac Pro. Loved that it was formatted for Mac. Worked quick, right out of the box.

This drive is huge and reliable

By Derek
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-02-02

I've purchased about 5 of these in the last two years, great drives.

Excellent

By Pierre
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-04-14

High capacity external hard drive. Quick transfer of data + very quiet. Excellent rubber padding makes it a bit more bulky, but so much more secure, especially when traveling. Would certainly recommend to a friend.

8TB Blackbox Pro - great purchase!

By Todd
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-03-23

Great performance and great price.

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question

Can this drive power a 2016 MacBook through the USB-C ports
Asked by: Barry
No, this drive only has a single USB Type-C port which is used to connect it to the computer.
Answered by: Andrea O.
Date published: 2018-08-26

Can this drive be configured to use with windows ...

Can this drive be configured to use with windows and MacBook? i use two laptops, windows and MacBook.
Asked by: Niranjana
Yes. I would suggest formatting it on a Mac in disc utility for Xfat. And then you would be able to use it both on a PC and a Mac
Answered by: Moe
Date published: 2020-11-02

The 12 TB model is listed as "Enterprise" in the ...

The 12 TB model is listed as "Enterprise" in the title, however is the internal HDD itself (not the casing unit) being included as part of the enterprise-quality claim too (i.e. regarding warranty and MTBF)?
Asked by: Stuart
The reference to the enterprise is about the drive itself.
Answered by: Daniel
Date published: 2020-12-14

What does formatting for windows entail?

What does formatting for windows entail?
Asked by: jeanne
It is easy. Please see this link: https://www.windowscentral.com/how-format-new-hard-drive-windows-10
Answered by: Daniel
Date published: 2021-01-12

Does this drive need AC power or can it be ...

Does this drive need AC power or can it be powered through USB-C?
Asked by: Ryan
This drive requires AC power to function
Answered by: jaime
Date published: 2021-02-08

question

Wondering about the noise level of this hard drive. Noisy? Quiet?
Asked by: Elyse T.
Glyph Technologies does not specify he decibel level of the Blackbox Pro. At this time I am not aware of any reports of the drive being abnormally noisy.
Answered by: James B.
Date published: 2018-08-26

question

I'd like to use this drive for video editing but it doesn't seem to have a cool fan. Has that been a problem for any video editors?
Asked by: Agi F.
The Glyph Technologies 3TB Blackbox Pro 7200 rpm B&H # GLBBPR3000 has passive cooling and does not need a fan to operate. With speeds of up to 220 MB/s, it's well suited for video editing but if you are editing 4K footage with high bitrates, you may need to consider a faster editing drive like a RAID 0 array like the B&H # GLSRTB8ENT which offers speeds of up to 360 MB/s.
Answered by: Jacob C.
Date published: 2018-08-26

What is the input voltage range for the ...

What is the input voltage range for the transformer?
Asked by: Sam
Input: 100-240V ~ 50/60Hz 0.6A Max Output: 12V — 2000mA FYI: the drive includes all the adapters you need for overseas
Answered by: Naphtali
Date published: 2020-11-23
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