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SanDisk Professional 2TB PRO-G40 SSD Thunderbolt 3 Portable SSD

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SanDisk Professional 2TB PRO-G40 SSD Thunderbolt 3 Portable SSD
Key Features
  • 2TB Storage Capacity
  • Thunderbolt 3 / USB-C Interface
  • Read Speeds up to 3000 MB/s
  • Write Speeds up to 2500 MB/s
No matter where your adventures may lead, the 2TB SanDisk Professional PRO-G40 SSD helps you store your important footage, including large raw images and 4K video files. Featuring a tough, rugged design, this portable solid-state drive is IP68 rated for water and dust resistance in addition to withstanding up to 9.8' drops and 4000 pounds of crushing force. At the same time, the aluminum core helps to quickly dissipate heat to maintain read speeds of up to 3000 MB/s and write speeds of up to 2500 MB/s when connected to a Thunderbolt 3 compatible system — meaning that you can transfer 50GB of data in about a minute. The PRO-G40 SSD also works with USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 devices at up to 1050 MB/s and 1000 MB/s read and write speeds, respectively, making it an ideal scratch drive for high-resolution editing and rendering.
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SanDisk Professional PRO-G40 Overview

No matter where your adventures may lead, the 2TB SanDisk Professional PRO-G40 SSD helps you store your important footage, including large raw images and 4K video files. Featuring a tough, rugged design, this portable solid-state drive is IP68 rated for water and dust resistance in addition to withstanding up to 9.8' drops and 4000 pounds of crushing force. At the same time, the aluminum core helps to quickly dissipate heat to maintain read speeds of up to 3000 MB/s and write speeds of up to 2500 MB/s when connected to a Thunderbolt 3 compatible system — meaning that you can transfer 50GB of data in about a minute. The PRO-G40 SSD also works with USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 devices at up to 1050 MB/s and 1000 MB/s read and write speeds, respectively, making it an ideal scratch drive for high-resolution editing and rendering.

This external SSD is pre-formatted APFS for macOS 10.13 or later systems and may be reformatted for Windows 10 or later. It is backed by a 5-year warranty. It is not compatible with the iPhone 15/15 Pro.

Performance - Ready for It All
The PRO-G40 SSD delivers turbocharged read speeds of up to 3000 MB/s and write speeds of up to 2500 MB/s via Thunderbolt. When connected using USB 3.2 Gen 2, it delivers read speeds of up to 1050 MB/s and write speeds of up to 1000 MB/s.
Connect to Versatility
The PRO-G40 SSD offers versatile dual-mode compatibility with both Thunderbolt 3 and USB 3.2 Gen 2.
Braves the Elements
This rugged device is built to last with its high-level IP68 dust/water resistance, 9.8' drop protection, and 4000 pound crush resistance.
Maintains Its Cool
The PRO-G40 SSD is built with a cooling aluminum core to sustain fast speeds under its heaviest workflows.
Compact with Impact
Utilize the PRO-G40 SSD's performance as a scratch disk for high-res editing and rendering, thanks to its capacity of 2TB.
UPC: 619659195977

SanDisk Professional PRO-G40 Specs

Key Specs
Total Installed Storage
2 TB
Drive Type
Unspecified SSD 
Default OS Support
Mac
*Alternate OS Support via Re-Format
System Connection
USB-C (Thunderbolt 3)
Drive Type
Unspecified SSD 
Read Speed
Sequential: 3000 MB/s
Write Speed
Sequential: 2500 MB/s
Default OS Support
Mac
*Alternate OS Support via Re-Format
Encryption Support
No
External Enclosure
System Connection
USB-C (Thunderbolt 3)
Security Features
No
Material
Aluminum
Fan Cooled
No
Impact Resistance
Crush/Drop-Resistant (Unrated)
Environmental Resistance
Dust/Water-Resistant (IP68)
Electrical
Power Source
Bus Powered
General
Operating Conditions
41 to 95°F / 5 to 35°C 
Dimensions
4.37 x 2.28 x 0.47" / 11.1 x 5.79 x 1.19 cm
Weight
4.3 oz / 121.3 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.39 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
4.9 x 4.4 x 1.3"

SanDisk Professional PRO-G40 Reviews

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Can this drive be used as an SSD drive on a ...

Can this drive be used as an SSD drive on a Panasonic Lumix GH6? Will the camera recognize this drive?
Asked by: RM
It is not possible to record directly to an SSD drive using the GH6 camera.
Answered by: Boyd H
Date published: 2024-03-14

Is this compatible with the Lumix G9 mk II as an ...

Is this compatible with the Lumix G9 mk II as an external SSD?
Asked by: David
Yes, the SanDisk Professional 2TB PRO-G40 SSD Thunderbolt 3 Portable SSD would be a great drive for the for the Panasonic Lumix G9 II Mirrorless Camera.
Answered by: Andrew R
Date published: 2024-03-17

What have users seen in real life with this ...

What have users seen in real life with this device? I have a MacBook Pro M1 Max. If I plug it directly into a TB port, what speeds can I expect? Thanks
Asked by: Anonymous
We list the transfer speeds as the manufacturer identifies them to us. In the case of the SanDisk Professional 2TB PRO-G40 SSD Thunderbolt 3 Portable SSD, Read Speed Maximum: 2700 MB/s Write Speed Maximum: 1900 MB/s.
Answered by: Zev
Date published: 2022-12-07

Is it normal for this drive to run hot? I have ...

Is it normal for this drive to run hot? I have one and it is warn when not actively reading/writing and gets hot when editing.
Asked by: Brian
It is normal for the SanDisk Professional 2TB PRO-G40 SSD Thunderbolt 3 Portable SSD to get hot while in use.
Answered by: Paige K
Date published: 2023-10-23

Will the 4tb version work with iPhone 14 Pro Max ...

Will the 4tb version work with iPhone 14 Pro Max without external power?
Asked by: JIANHONG
The SanDisk Professional 4TB PRO-G40 SSD Thunderbolt 3 Portable SSD is powered by the Thunderbolt host connection; it does not need external power.
Answered by: Kenneth C
Date published: 2024-01-25

Will this drive work with the latest (2023) iPad ...

Will this drive work with the latest (2023) iPad Pro without needing an external power source?
Asked by: Steven
The answer Reuben from B&H provides is a long way to say "Yes, this SSD will work with a 2023 iPad Pro. Thanks,
Answered by: Steven
Date published: 2023-06-08

Does it works with thunderbolt 4?

Does it works with thunderbolt 4?
Asked by: Marco
Yes, the SanDisk Professional 4TB PRO-G40 SSD Thunderbolt 3 Portable SSD works with thunderbolt 4.
Answered by: Nathan F
Date published: 2024-07-14

Will it work if I connect to USB 3.0?

Will it work if I connect to USB 3.0?
Asked by: Russ
The SanDisk Professional Pro-G40 is compatible with both Thunderbolt 3 and USB 3.2 Gen 2. Using this drive with a USB 3.0 connection is not recommended, and results may not be ideal.
Answered by: Calvin M
Date published: 2023-09-23
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