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SanDisk Professional 2TB G-DRIVE SSD USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C Portable SSD

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SanDisk Professional 2TB G-DRIVE SSD USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C Portable SSD
Key Features
  • 2TB Storage Capacity
  • USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C Interface
  • Up to 1050 MB/s Read Speeds
  • Bus Powered
Enhance your workflow while fast and secure data storage by carrying the 2TB G-DRIVE SSD USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C Portable SSD from SanDisk Professional with you while traveling. This compact yet rugged portable 2TB NVMe solid-state drive connects to your USB 3.2 Gen 2 compatible device using the included cables to transfer 4K videos, RAW photos, and other large files at up to 1050 MB/s. You can even run applications directly from the drive to save space on your local drive. With no moving parts, the G-DRIVE SSD is both vibration and shock resistant. Additionally, it features an IP67 rating for resistance against dust, water, drops, and crushing. This SSD is pre-formatted for macOS systems and may be reformatted for Windows 10 or later. Your data is secured with 256-bit AES password encryption.
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SanDisk Professional G-Drive SSD External SSD Overview

  • 1Description
  • 2Fast Performance
  • 3USB Type-C Connectivity
  • 4Built Tough
  • 5Accident Protection
  • 6Professional-Grade Performance
  • 7Data Security
  • 8Included Cables

Enhance your workflow while fast and secure data storage by carrying the 2TB G-DRIVE SSD USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C Portable SSD from SanDisk Professional with you while traveling. This compact yet rugged portable 2TB NVMe solid-state drive connects to your USB 3.2 Gen 2 compatible device using the included cables to transfer 4K videos, RAW photos, and other large files at up to 1050 MB/s. You can even run applications directly from the drive to save space on your local drive. With no moving parts, the G-DRIVE SSD is both vibration and shock resistant. Additionally, it features an IP67 rating for resistance against dust, water, drops, and crushing. This SSD is pre-formatted for macOS systems and may be reformatted for Windows 10 or later. Your data is secured with 256-bit AES password encryption.

Fast Performance

The G-DRIVE SSD is designed to transfer up to 1050 MB/s with USB 3.2 Gen 2 compatible devices.

USB Type-C Connectivity

The bus-powered G-DRIVE SSD connects to Mac and Windows laptops through its reversible USB Type-C port, which supports up to 10 Gb/s speeds. It is also backward compatible with USB 3.0 and 2.0 devices.

Built Tough

The G-DRIVE SSD delivers exceptional durability with IP67 rated dust and water resistance. It is also designed to withstand a 9.8' drop and up to 2000 lb of crushing weight.

Accident Protection

With no moving parts, this NVMe SSD offers exceptional shock and vibration resistance, so you don't have to worry about accidental drops and bumps while carrying the compact drive in your pocket or bag.

Professional-Grade Performance

The G-DRIVE SSD features an aluminum core to help quickly dissipate heat while maintaining high-speed data transfers.

Data Security

Use the downloadable software to password-protect your data with 256-bit AES-XTS hardware encryption.

Included Cables

For convenience, a USB Type-C cable is included alongside a USB Type-C to Type-A cable.
UPC: 718037887432

SanDisk Professional G-Drive SSD External SSD Specs

Host ConnectionUSB 3.2 / USB 3.1 Gen 2 (USB Type-C) or USB 3.2 / USB 3.1 Gen 2 (USB Type-A)
Inputs/Outputs1 x USB 3.2 / USB 3.1 Gen 2 (USB Type-C)
CapacityTotal Capacity: 2 TB SSD
Read SpeedMaximum: 1050 MB/s
Write SpeedMaximum: 1000 MB/s
BufferNone
Pre-FormatMac OS Extended (Journaled)
Reliability / Data Integrity
Encryption256-Bit AES (Hardware-Based)
External Enclosure
Security FeaturesPassword Protection
MaterialAluminum
Cooling SystemPassive
Environmental ResistanceCrush, Drop, Shock, Water
IP RatingIP67
Electrical
Power SourceUSB Bus Power
Environmental
Operating Temperature41 to 95°F / 5 to 35°C
General
Dimensions3.7 x 2 x 0.6" / 95 x 50 x 15 mm
Weight0.2 lb / 90 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight0.46 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)5.9 x 4 x 1.4"

SanDisk Professional G-Drive SSD External SSD Reviews

Fast and reliable

By Marian
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-08-15

So dar (knok on wood) no problems. It works as advertised.

Unbelievably quick

By Lew
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-07-19

I purchased this for use with a new MacBook Pro and Time Machine. There was no issue. The first iteration of Time Machine for the initial BU of just about 1.15 TB took about an hour, startlingly fast.

Lightroom Editing Live With No Noticeable Lag

By Edward
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-07-18

Using two SanDisk Pro 2TB G-Drive SSD USB Type-C as an Apple Raid 1 with a new Mac Studio base model. Now all my photos and Lightroom catalog are duplicated as I work. No noticeable lag when editing with Lightroom. Catalog backup is lightning fast compared to my old iMac 2015 Retina Display. Very glad I updated to the Studio and bought these external SSDs. Only negative - for $270 I'd expect Thunderbolt connection rather than USB-C. I'd buy these again.

Awesome drive

By Akaha
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-07-16

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Fantastic and very compact drive. Really like how tiny this is so you can travel easily with it. Has a large capacity and super simple to get setup. Even had the cords you need to get started easily. Yup

Works great!

By Savvyyyy
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-07-12

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I bought this G-Drive about a month and a half ago to expand my storage and it works great! I highly recommend it! I love the SanDisk brand and you will too! I will be buying more of their products and using the G-disk more!

High Performance SSD

By NickSD
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-07-07

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have been using this 1 TB external hard drive for a few weeks now and have been very pleased with its performance. Files are fast to transfer on and off the drive. The feel of the drive is solid and feels like it has great durability. I would recommend this drive to others in the market of a SSD external hard drive.

This Drive is really fast!! but... so hot!!

By Alejandro
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2022-08-09

I just bought this drive. It is incredibly fast. I edit 4k directly on a macbook pro with no problem. The only downside is that it gets too hot, it almost burns when you touch it. Fingers crossed that it doesn't stop working.

Works fine - had the 1 & 2 TB versions previously

By James
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-07-31

Small, light, fast transfers -and the same size as the 1 & 2 TB predecessors!

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