SanDisk Professional G-Drive Desktop Hard Drive Bundle 6TB
- 6TB Ultrastar enterprise-class, 7200RPM
- USB-C (10Gbps)
- Up to 280MB/s read and write
- Stackable anodized aluminum enclosure
- Mac ready, Time Machine compatible, reformat for Windows
- LED with 3 brightness modes
- Bundle: 32GB SD card, card reader, Lightning cable
Updated 25 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A reliable desktop backup drive with an enterprise-class disk in a stackable aluminum case, ready for Time Machine. The bundled extras are generic accessories, and power details are not listed.
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ASIN: B0BZ9R6CTCCategory: External Hard Drives
Overview
An enterprise-class Ultrastar disk spinning at a fast speed powers this SanDisk Professional G-DRIVE, reached over USB-C for steady transfers of photos and video. The aluminum case stacks and offers anchor points for production carts.
Enterprise mechanics and Mac readiness suit creators who need dependable large backups. The bundle extras are minor, and the listing does not say how the drive is powered.
Who it's for
Creators backing up projects at a desk or on a DIT cart will value the reliability. Travelers wanting a bus-powered drive should look at portable SSDs.
Pros and cons
- Mac and Time Machine ready
- Stackable aluminum case
- Card reader and SD card bundled
- Power details not listed
- Hard drive speed, not SSD
- Bundled Lightning cable unrelated to drive
- Warranty terms not stated
Performance notes
Throughput is set by the fast-spinning platters, so large sequential copies move at hard drive pace rather than SSD speed. The aluminum shell spreads heat and holds up to handling. Reformatting for Windows takes a few minutes in disk utilities.
Specifications
| Brand | SanDisk Professional |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 3 pounds |
| Item Dimensions L x W x Thickness | 5.24 x 8.27 x 1.61 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Digital Storage Capacity | 6 TB |
| Write speed | Up to 280 MB/s |
| Read Speed | Up to 280 MB/s |
| Construction & materials | |
| Enclosure Material | Anodized aluminum, stackable |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Hardware Connectivity | USB-C (10Gbps) |
| Compatible | Mac Ready, Apple time machine compatible and easily reformatted for Windows |
| Other details | |
| Hard Disk Description | Ultrastar mechanical, 3.5 inches, 7200 rpm |
| Additional Features | LED with three brightness modes, Mac ready, Time Machine compatible |
| BuiltIn Media | 6TB G-DRIVE, USB cable, 6-foot Lightning cable, 32GB SDHC card (100MB/s), USB 2.0 card reader |
| 7200 RPM | High-capacity, enterprise-class ultrastar 7200RPM drive inside |
| Enclosure | Stackable, anodized aluminum enclosure |
| LED Light | Three modes of brightness to adjust the LED lights |
Frequently asked questions
How big is the SanDisk Professional G-DRIVE 6TB?
It measures 5.24 x 8.27 x 1.61 inches and weighs 3 pounds.
Does the G-DRIVE 6TB work with Windows?
It comes ready for Mac and can be easily reformatted for Windows.
Is the G-DRIVE 6TB an SSD?
No. It is a 7200RPM Ultrastar hard drive with speeds up to 280MB/s.
What extras come with the G-DRIVE bundle?
A 6-foot Lightning charge and sync cable, a SanDisk 32GB Ultra SDHC card and a high speed card reader.