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Product description

The Samsung T5 Portable SSD has the latest in Samsung V-NAND flash memory technology. Its portable design, blazing fast transfer speeds of up to 540 MB/s, shock resistance, and secure encryption make it the best portable SSD on the market.

• Superfast read write speeds: SSD with V-NAND offers ultra-fast data transfer speeds of up to 540MB/s (up to 4.9x faster than external HDDs); Ideal for transferring large-sized data including 4K videos, high-resolution photos, games and more
• Compact and portable design: Top to bottom shock resistant metal design fits in the palm of your hand and easily slides in your pocket or purse to take work and entertainment on the go
• Secure encryption: Optional password protection and AES 256-bit hardware encryption keeps your personal and private data more secure
• Seamless connectivity: Includes USB type C to C and USB type C to A cables to connect to PCs, Macs, smartphones and other devices
• Warranty and compatibility: 3-year limited warranty; Requires Windows 7, Mac OS X 10.9 (Mavericks), Android 4.4 (KitKat), or higher; Older versions of the Windows, Mac and Android operating systems may not be supported

User questions & answers

Question:	I just bought i want to use with an imac and a pc should i plug it in when i get it to imac first and if i do can i drag pc files to it after
Answer:	I would do a clean format of it on the imac first, you can choose exFAT (it will work on both PC and mac) or you can choose Mac OS Extended (HFS+) which is more stable than exFAT, but you will need software on your PC to read/write to the drive. If the PC is your main machine I would just choose exFAT.
Question:	How long is the usb cable
Answer:	Measured at 16 inches.
Question:	Should the cable go in smoothly, or does it kind of snap in and need some pull to come out? Just got mine and wondering if that is normal
Answer:	The first one I got the cable did not fit well and Samsung replaced the drive. The second one has been fine
Question:	If i use this drive on my 2012 imac with usb 3.0, will the transfer speeds be less than 540mb/s
Answer:	Your iMac has USB 3.0 which is also known as USB 3.1 Gen 1. That has about half the theoretical maximum transfer rate of USB 3.1 Gen 2, which is the interface used by this drive. On the upside, it is still fully compatible with USB 3.0/3.1 Gen 1 and while the transfer rate you’ll experience will be lower than if you had a computer with Gen 2 USB, it really isn’t that much slower in actual use. If you’re moving from any spinning platter drive to an SSD regardless of the interface you were using with the platter drive, you will see a HUGE performance improvement using this external SSD drive.

Product features

The World in your Pocket

Get your entertainment, coursework, or games anywhere, on any device. Feel the freedom of huge storage and speedy transfers to laptops, smartphones, game consoles and more. The latest T5 easily slides in your pocket or purse, with multiple color options that complement your sense of style.

Fast Transfer Speeds

With Samsung V-NAND flash memory and a USB 3.1 Gen 2 interface, the T5 provides transfer speeds of up to 540 MB/s*, that’s up to 4.9x faster than external HDDs**. Transfers and backups of large-sized data including 4K videos and high-resolution photos will be much quicker and faster.

*Performance may vary depending on host configuration. Must support USB 3.1 Gen 2 and the UASP mode must be enabled.

**Based on internal test results compared to a Samsung external HDD 500GB.

Solid Inside and Out

The T5 has no moving parts and a sturdy metal body, so it can handle drops of up to 2 meters*. The optional password protection with AES 256-bit hardware encryption keeps your personal and private data more secure*.

*The internal free fall shock test was conducted under controlled conditions.

Management Software

Manage your data easily with new intuitive software for PCs and Macs* that makes it simple to set the password and get the latest firmware updates. You can also download the mobile app for Android smartphones and tablets.**

*Software requires Windows 7, Mac OS X 10.9 (Mavericks), Android 4.4 (KitKat), or higher. Older versions of the Windows, Mac and Android operating systems may not be supported.

**Firmware update requires PC or Mac connection. Android app available on Google Play.

Product description

The Samsung T5 Portable SSD has the latest in Samsung V-NAND flash memory technology. Its portable design, blazing fast transfer speeds of up to 540 MB/s, shock resistance, and secure encryption make it the best portable SSD on the market. Shockproof aluminum exterior-can withstand accidental drops of up to 2m.

• Superfast read write speeds: SSD with V-NAND offers ultra-fast data transfer speeds of up to 540MB/s (up to 4.9x faster than external HDDs); Ideal for transferring large-sized data including 4K videos, high-resolution photos, games and more
• Compact and portable design: Top to bottom shock resistant metal design fits in the palm of your hand and easily slides in your pocket or purse to take work and entertainment on the go
• Secure encryption: Optional password protection and AES 256-bit hardware encryption keeps your personal and private data more secure
• Seamless connectivity: Includes USB type C to C and USB type C to A cables to connect to PCs, Macs, smartphones and other devices
• Warranty and compatibility: 3-year limited warranty; Requires Windows 7, Mac OS X 10.9 (Mavericks), Android 4.4 (KitKat), or higher; Older versions of the Windows, Mac and Android operating systems may not be supported

User questions & answers

Question:	Received this item today and the "certificate has expired"...what does this mean
Answer:	Did you download the update? It could be related to the base software on the drive being outdated.
Question:	Can I use this as an external backup drive? Is there a back up software included
Answer:	Do not use the Password Protection. If you just installed, you can disable the Password Protection feature on the Settings screen of the Samsung Portable SSD software as follows: Click the "Set" button on the Main screen, switch the "Lock" button from ON to OFF, enter a password, and save it. Otherwise you cannot expect unattended backup's.
Question:	How should this be formatted and setup to use as a boot drive for macintosh
Answer:	Even after reformatting as an OSX drive (it comes formatted for Windows), it cannot be used as an external boot drive. However, I used Drive Genius to format it as a "Bootwell" drive, and that seemed to enable it to be used as a boot drive. You will need to clone a current drive to the Samsung T5 if you want it to boot up with all the apps you used to have.
Question:	What is the tbw
Answer:	Samsung website: * 5 years or TBW (250 GB: 75 TBW; 500 GB/1 TB: 150 TBW, 2/4 TB: 300 TBW), whichever comes first. So, for the 500 GB SSD, 150 terabytes can be written before there is an increased likelihood of failure. This depends on many factors, but mostly on how full the drive is. If the drive is nearly full, remaining free cells may be subjected to excessive writes.

Product features

The World in your Pocket

Get your entertainment, coursework, or games anywhere, on any device. Feel the freedom of huge storage and speedy transfers to laptops, smartphones, game consoles and more. The latest T5 easily slides in your pocket or purse, with multiple color options that complement your sense of style.

Fast Transfer Speeds

With Samsung V-NAND flash memory and a USB 3.1 Gen 2 interface, the T5 provides transfer speeds of up to 540 MB/s*, that’s up to 4.9x faster than external HDDs**. Transfers and backups of large-sized data including 4K videos and high-resolution photos will be much quicker and faster.

*Performance may vary depending on host configuration. Must support USB 3.1 Gen 2 and the UASP mode must be enabled.

**Based on internal test results compared to a Samsung external HDD 500GB.

Solid Inside and Out

The T5 has no moving parts and a sturdy metal body, so it can handle drops of up to 2 meters*. The optional password protection with AES 256-bit hardware encryption keeps your personal and private data more secure*.

*The internal free fall shock test was conducted under controlled conditions.

Management Software

Manage your data easily with new intuitive software for PCs and Macs* that makes it simple to set the password and get the latest firmware updates. You can also download the mobile app for Android smartphones and tablets.**

*Software requires Windows 7, Mac OS X 10.9 (Mavericks), Android 4.4 (KitKat), or higher. Older versions of the Windows, Mac and Android operating systems may not be supported.

**Firmware update requires PC or Mac connection. Android app available on Google Play.

Product description

Creating top-tier content can put a strain on your device, your camera or your system. From the brand trusted by professional photographers worldwide, the SanDisk Extreme PRO Portable SSD provides powerful solid state performance featuring 2000MB/s read and 2000MB/s write speeds in a rugged storage solution that’s reliable for your toughest jobs.

• Save time storing and transferring data with powerful NVMe solid state performance featuring up to 2000MB/s read/write speeds. Requires compatible devices capable of reaching such speed. Based on internal testing; performance may be lower depending on host device, interface, usage conditions and other factors. 1MB=1,000,000 bytes.
• A forged aluminum chassis acts as a heat sink to deliver higher sustained speeds in a portable drive that’s tough enough to take on any adventure
• Travel worry-free with a 5-year limited manufacturer warranty and a forged aluminum chassis-silicon shell combo that offers a premium feel and added protection
• Up to 2 meter drop protection and IP55 water and dust resistance , and a handy carabineer loop for securing your drive all deliver extra peace of mind when you’re out in the world
• Help keep private content private with the included password protection featuring 256‐bit AES hardware encryption.

User questions & answers

Question:	Does this one have the option of Transferring files or photos from phone directly onto drive or is computer needed
Answer:	Yes you do. The SSD is formatted for the PC/windows. I formatted the drive on my Mac using disk utilities to the exFAT file format, so I can use It on both my PC and my Mac. If you are only going to use it on a Mac, you should consider it formatting to Apple’s newest file system APFS. But however you decided to format the ADATA, it only takes a few minutes, the SSD drive is VERY fast.
Question:	The posted dimensions do not seem correct when looking at user photos (4.34 inches x 2.24 inches x 1.68 inches). Is it really 1.68" high
Answer:	mine came in NTFS - but formatting this drive takes maybe a minute or so. No big deal at all.
Question:	Can I transfer smaller files
Answer:	2.9 x 1.8 x 0.4 inch
Question:	Can this be used to provide cctv video storage (constantly reading/writing............forever
Answer:	Fyi, difficult to whether files will be compatible with MacOS since that depends on what those files are. Further, the drive would need to be configured for MacOS (newest Mac format - APFS, MacOS Extended [Journaled], Ex-FAT which is compatible with both MacOS and Windows). Given that this drive will be formatted for MacOS, files are data files vs. Windows or Windows compatible applications, you should be able to use this drive to transfer those files (again, data vs. Windows apps). Conversely, MacOS is far more capable of reading even some Windows and Windows compatible applications than Microsoft is in reading MacOS installed applications. Again, it's difficult to tell from your scant detail, what those files are and if they will be compatible with MacOS. Additionally, your Windows system will not "see", recognize or access a drive that is formatted in a MacOS protocol (APFS, MacOS Extended [Journaled]). For Window to access your new drive, that drive will need to be formatted as Ex-FAT to be read by Microsoft and MacOS.
Question:	Does this need to be formatted for mac before using. os high sierra
Answer:	I would do a clean format of it on the imac first, you can choose exFAT (it will work on both PC and mac) or you can choose Mac OS Extended (HFS+) which is more stable than exFAT, but you will need software on your PC to read/write to the drive. If the PC is your main machine I would just choose exFAT.
Question:	Is this drive preformatted in exfat or ntfs? info on amazon and elsewhere seems contradictory. i'm hoping to plug and play with an ipad pro
Answer:	Measured at 16 inches.
Question:	What are external dimensions of the SE800, for case sizing purposes
Answer:	The first one I got the cable did not fit well and Samsung replaced the drive. The second one has been fine
Question:	I’m switching from pc to a macbook pro. would this be a good device to help me transfer all my files
Answer:	Your iMac has USB 3.0 which is also known as USB 3.1 Gen 1. That has about half the theoretical maximum transfer rate of USB 3.1 Gen 2, which is the interface used by this drive. On the upside, it is still fully compatible with USB 3.0/3.1 Gen 1 and while the transfer rate you’ll experience will be lower than if you had a computer with Gen 2 USB, it really isn’t that much slower in actual use. If you’re moving from any spinning platter drive to an SSD regardless of the interface you were using with the platter drive, you will see a HUGE performance improvement using this external SSD drive.

Product features

Your Premium Backup Solution

The SE800 external solid state drive is designed for ultimate mobility with its compact and lightweight form factor. What's more, it also looks great too, with its exquisite hairline-brushed surface. But more importantly are its performance and durability features, such as waterproofing, dust-proofing, and shock resistance, as well as blazing read/write speeds of up to 1000MB/s.

Faster Read/Write

The SE800 can hit read/write speeds of up to 1000 MB/s*, making data transfers fast and furious.

Compact and Portable

The SE800's elegant metal surface is a sight for sore eyes while its lightweight 40 gram form factor fits easily into your pocket.

USB-C Compatible

The SE800 sports a USB-C (Type C) connector, which is reversible. No guessing, plug in the first time. Every time!

Share and Enjoy

Plug n play with Windows, Mac OS, and Android* means you can move content between devices without limitations.

SE800 External SSD

Max Seq Read/Write Performance

Read/Write : Up to 1000MB/s

Capacities

512GB / 1TB

Protection

IP68 Rated/MIL-STD-810G 516.6

Interface

USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C

Accessories

USB 3.2 Type-C cable, USB 3.2 C to Type-A cable, Quick Start Guide

SD700 External SSD

Max Seq Read/Write Performance

Read/Write : Up to 440MB/s

Capacities

256GB / 512GB / 1TB

Protection

IP68 Rated/MIL-STD-810G 516.6

Interface

USB 3.2 Gen1

Accessories

USB 3.2 Gen1 cable, Quick Start Guide

SD600Q External SSD

Max Seq Read/Write Performance

Read/Write : Up to 440MB/s

Capacities

240GB / 480GB / 960GB (only black)

Protection

MIL-STD-810G 516.6

Interface

USB 3.2 Gen1 ( backward compatible with USB 2.0 )

Accessories

USB 3.2 cable, Quick Start Guide

Product description

The light, pocket-sized Portable SSD T7 delivers fast speeds with easy and reliable data storage for transfering large files. Whether you're storing critical business documents, games, or movies, the Portable SSD T7 gives you speed and durability in a palm-sized package. Introducing the new standard in external storage, available in three capacities to suit your needs: 500GB, 1TB, or 2TB.

• TRANSFER IN A FLASH: Transfers files nearly 9.5x faster than external hard disk drive (HDD). Reads up to 1,050 MB/s / Writes up to 1,000 MB/s on USB 3.2 gen 2 supported devices*.
• *SAMSUNG RECOMMENDS users to download the latest firmware update via the included Portable SSD Software 1.0 to ensure optimal performance
• Data transfer speed may vary depending on the user’s PC environment and the types of data being transferred. USB 3.2 Gen2 and UASP support are required for maximum transfer speed (1,050MB/s)**
• **SAMSUNG RECOMMENDS the usage of the included USB Type-C to C and USB Type-C to A cables. Non-original cables may cause performance degradation due to the varying internal resistance and maximum allowable currency
• BUILT STRONG & SECURE: Shock-resistant and withstands drops from 6ft.
• ADVANCED HEAT CONTROL: DYNAMIC THERMAL GUARD (DTG) TECHNOLOGY protects the T7(T7 Touch) from overheating by automatically slowing down data transfer if necessary. DTG technology enhances product safety and reliability by preventing the T7(T7 Touch) from reaching an excessively high temperature
• PASSWORD SECURITY

User questions & answers

Question:	Just for clarification, this 1tb version will work if i plug it into my S8+ without any additional hardware to retrieve and transer files? Thank you
Answer:	Yse
Question:	Can i boot windows 10 directly using boot camp if i connect it to my mbp? im running out of storage on my mac so i don’t want to partitin&useboot camp
Answer:	Here is a link with information on Global Warranty/international coverage from HP: https://support.hp.com/us-en/document/bpr01266
Question:	Will this ssd work as a external hard drive for ps
Answer:	You can play browser-based and strategy games on this laptop. First person action games will require a dedicated graphics processor.
Question:	I am running mac os catalina. if i reformat the drive, will it erase the cache that’s built into the drive
Answer:	Desafortunadamente, este no es un portátil con pantalla táctil.

Product features

Portable storage, on the go

The light, pocket-sized Portable SSD T7 delivers fast speeds with easy and reliable data storage for transfering large files. Whether you're storing critical business documents, games, or movies, the Portable SSD T7 gives you speed and durability in a palm-sized package. Introducing the new standard in external storage, available in three capacities to suit your needs: 500GB, 1TB, or 2TB.

Sleek and compact style

Roughly the size of a credit card and only weighing 2 ounces, the T7 fits comfortably in the palm of your hand and is light enough to take your files on the go.

Simple setup

The T7 comes embedded with software to help you set up a password to get the latest firmware updates for your PC, Mac, or Android mobile devices.⁵ You can also download the mobile app for Android smartphones and tablets.⁶

Transfer in a flash

Transfer massive files within seconds with the incredible speed of USB 3.2 Gen 2 on the T7.¹ The embedded PCIe NVMe technology delivers blazing fast sequential read/write speeds of up to 1,050/1,000 MB/s, respectively, making the T7 almost twice as fast as the previous T5 model.²

Built strong and secure

Unlike HDDs, the Portable SSD T7 has no moving parts so it's more resistant to shock. Plus, its solid aluminum unibody construction adds further protection, keeping your data safe from falls of up to 6 ft.³

Advanced heat control

Use T7 without the worry of overheating. Its advanced thermal solution uses ePCM technology and Dynamic Thermal Guard to withstand and control heat, so the Portable SSD stays at an optimal temperature even at fast speeds.⁴

Multi-device compatibility

Multi-device compatibility

Multi-device compatibility

The T7 is compatible with PC, Mac, Android devices, gaming consoles, and more.⁷ Included in the box are USB Type C-to-C and Type C-to-A cables for added convenience.⁸

Multi-device compatibility

Multi-device compatibility

• Premium upgrades to your PC with SSD from global semiconductor powerhouse
• Top tier speed, best-in-class sequential read speeds. Sequential read speeds up to 560MB/s and sequential write speeds up to 525MB/s.
• Leading edge solution powered by in-house 3D NAND, controller and DRAM
• Superior reliability and stability (MTBF/TBW). 1.5 Million Hours MTBF, best-in-class 600 TBW (terabytes written)
• 5 year warranty and rock solid support from technology pioneer, now available to PC builders and upgraders

User questions & answers

Question:	I want to add this as a 2nd drive. Does it come with cables
Answer:	I routinely use it with my S9. No additional hardware needed. Samsung designed it to work well with Samsung devices.
Question:	Does it comes with cloning the old drive software like samsung evo
Answer:	Yes. You might need to Google how to use an external drive, but the read/write speeds on this are exceptional (1GB/s), and the USB-C to USB-C cable it comes with is top-notch (as is the USB-C to USB-A cable). Obviously, you're going to want to be vary careful not to move the cables when in-use.
Question:	Besides the price point, what is the difference between this and the samsung 1tb
Answer:	Yes, you should be able to use this as an external drive for the PS5 and get full speed on it as long as you plug it into one of the USB 3.2 ports. However, you will still not be able to play PS5 games off of it. You can play PS4 games off of it with improved load times. Per Daniel Bastian's answer regarding the Xbox Series X. You can use the T7 on Series X, but you will not get the full speed. Series X uses USB 3.1 gen 1 ports, which are slower than this SSD. For Series X, you would be better off buying the T5 SSD.
Question:	Never heard of this brand are their products Reliable? Do they have good customer service and return policies
Answer:	Reformatting this external SSD will not do anything to its cache. In any case, the cache is used only during read/write operations, you can’t directly address it as a user and don’t have to think about it at all. You can reformat in APFS for best Mac performance or use any other scheme you need, including multiple partitions each formatted differently.

Product features

2020 Best SSD chosen by PC World

Quality trusted by memory industry insiders

Sequential read speed of up to 560MB/s and sequential write speed of up to 525MB/s

Combination of top-tier quality, class-leading reliability

Over 37 years of laser-sharp focus on semiconductor innovation

Product description

Boot up 4x faster than conventional hard disk drives. Store hours of 4K videos and thousands of photos with terabyte-level storage. Protected by a 3-year warranty.

• Value optimized SSD: Built with Samsung V-NAND Technology, the 860 QVO SSD gives you huge storage, solid performance and reliability with exceptional value
• Enhanced read write speeds: Sequential read and write performance levels of up to 550MB/s and 520MB/s, respectively
• Intelligent Turbowrite: Accelerates write speeds and maintains long-term high performance with a larger variable buffer
• Secure encryption: Protect data by selecting security options, including AES 256-bit hardware-based encryption compliant with TCG Opal and IEEE 1667
• Warranty and compatibility: 3-year limited warranty; Interface: SATA 6 Gb/s interface, compatible with SATA 3 Gb/s & SATA 1.5 Gb/s interface

User questions & answers

Question:	Can this ssd be converted to be used as an external drive? if you have done it then how did you do it
Answer:	LaCie hard drives do come formatted for Mac, but not being a Mac user, I don't know the specifics, or if there is more than one way to format a Mac drive. You can certainly reformat to your liking before use and that would only take a few minutes.
Question:	Does anyone know how long a typical SSD can last in years
Answer:	It is a single product with 6 10 TB hard drive...
Question:	How is this different from the EVO
Answer:	I'm a computer programmer, and RAID is *never* a backup. You can, however, greatly increase your data security by setting it to RAID 6, with an identical 2nd machine as the "backup". If you only want one device, you can set it to RAID 1, which mirrors each drive. That will likely achieve your goal of the data intact if the motherboard fails. Keep in mind any data corruption, viruses, malware, power surges, etc., will also be mirrored. To simplify RAID 6, if any drive fails, it will ideally rebuild itself assuming additional drives do not fail or have impacted bad sectors. I would stay away from RAID 5 at great capacities.
Question:	what is the main difference between the qvo and evo models
Answer:	GAZ, could you define "used"? Thank you - BLT

Product features

Make Your PC Feel Like New

With Samsung QVO 860 SSD performance in your PC, you can enjoy lightning-fast bootup speeds, terabyte-level storage, and trusted reliability– all at an incredible value.

A New Standard in Speed

Get outstanding speed that makes bootups 4X faster, and transferring files 10x faster than a hard disk drive.* Once you’ve experienced SSD performance, there’s no going back.

*Performance may vary depending on SSD’s firmware version and system hardware & configuration. Test system configuration: Intel Core i7-4790k CPU@4GHz, DDR3 1600MHz 8GB, OS-Windows 7 Ultimate 64bit, Chipset-ASUS-Z97-PRO. For more information on the Intelligent TurboWrite, please visit www.samsungssd.com.

The Freedom to Store More

Terabyte-level capacity lets you store hours of your favorite 4K movies, tons of games, and thousands of photos, all without compromising speed.

Tech You Can Trust

Solid State design means there’s no moving parts, making the Samsung 860 QVO a reliable alternative to a hard drive.

Keep Your Drive Healthy

Samsung Magician, a suite of simple tools that monitors the speed, performance, and overall health of your drive, comes standard with each 860 QVO SSD. Compatible with select PCs and Macs.*

*Performance may vary based on system hardware & configuration.