SanDisk Professional 5TB G-Drive ArmorATD - Rugged Durable Portable External Hard Drive HDD, USB-C, USB 3.2 Gen 1 - SDPH81G-005T-GBA1D

SanDisk Professional 5TB G-Drive ArmorATD - Rugged Durable Portable External Hard Drive HDD, USB-C, USB 3.2 Gen 1 - SDPH81G-005T-GBA1D

Q: This is usb 3.1 gen 1 according to the website. why does it say usb 3.2 gen 1 here?

USB 3.2 gen 1x1 (often shortened to 3.2 gen 1) is exactly the same as USB 3.1 gen 1, which is exactly the same as USB 3.0. And I do mean EXACTLY the same technical specs, just relabeled; this is a 5 Gb/s interface. To get a 10 Gb/s interface you need to use USB 3.2 gen 2x1 (often shortened to 3.2 gen 2), which exactly the same as USB 3.1 gen 2. To get a 20 Gb/s interface you need to use USB 3.2 gen 2x2, which has no USB 3.1 equivalent. (You'd think the USB folks would have a marketing dept that would tell them what a mess they were making!)

Q: can I download from a Sandisk disk to the hardrive?

If I understand the question, can you move files from the SanDisk to another drive? yes, you can It is very easy to do so and you can move files from another HD to the SanDisk. Hope that helps.

Q: Does thiis drive come formatted for Mac or Windws ?

It is not formatted for win 10, and it is not recognized on my win 10 laptop! My iPad Pro does not have the capability to reformat this drive. You need to be an IT tech to figure out how to get win 10 to see the drive, let alone format it. I am not pleased!

Q: What is distinction between mechanical hard disk for this product and portable for other external drives?

There are mechanical or “spinning” disks, referred to as internal or portable drives. An internal hard drive is generally more delicate in the sense that the reader mechanism floats above the spinning disk, which is sufficient for non-portable (i.e. internal hard drives). This is why a sharp hit to a computer or laptop while the non solid state drive (non-SSD) is active will most likely cause the disk and the drive head (reader mechanism) to collide or crash, thus destroying your hard drive. On the other hand, a portable hard drive built with portability in mind and are less susceptible to bumps or knocks but could still cause a disk “crash” if it is dropped while the read mechanism is writing or reading to/from the portable disk drive. However, these portable drives would/should be less susceptible to a bump or somewhat less careful treatment than an internal hard drive while it’s running. From the durability standpoint against bumps and knocks, an SSD should be more rugged and reliable than even the portable drive. You quite naturally pay extra for the SSD as its data exchange rate is generally much faster and you pay significantly more for a larger capacity SSD storage device than internal or portable hard drives. You are unlikely to be able purchase a 1TB SSD let alone a 5TB SSD for the same cost as the 5TB portable drive my comments relate here. Someday, someone will make a better, more durable, faster, and contain more storage space in a “next-gen drive” that will cost similar to the portable 5TB drive you are have questions expressed in this forum.

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Digital Storage Capacity
5 TB
Hard Disk Interface
USB 3.2
Connectivity Technology
Thunderbolt
Brand
Professional)
Special Feature
Durability
Hard Disk Form Factor
2.5 Inches

⚡USB-C 5Gbps speed

💾5TB massive storage

🛡️IP54 rain & dust resistance

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SanDisk Professional 5TB G-Drive ArmorATD - Rugged, Durable Portable External Hard Drive HDD, USB-C, USB 3.2 Gen 1 - SDPH81G-005T-GBA1D

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Description

🛡️ Tough Meets Speed: Protect Your Data Anywhere, Anytime!

MASSIVE 5 TB CAPACITY - Store your entire creative portfolio without compromise.
BLAZING FAST TRANSFERS - Up to 130MB/s read speeds keep your workflow lightning quick.
UNIVERSAL COMPATIBILITY - Seamlessly works with USB 3.0 and Thunderbolt 3 devices.
ERGONOMIC DURABLE DESIGN - Easy-grip bumpers ensure professional-grade protection on the go.
RUGGED ARMOR FOR YOUR DATA - IP54-rated dust and splash resistance with tough anodized aluminum casing.

The SanDisk Professional 5TB G-Drive ArmorATD is a rugged, portable external hard drive featuring a durable anodized aluminum enclosure and IP54-rated dust and splash resistance. It offers fast USB-C (5Gbps) connectivity with up to 130MB/s transfer speeds, compatible with USB 3.0 and Thunderbolt 3, making it ideal for professionals needing reliable, high-capacity storage on the move.

Specifications

Brand	サンディスクプロフェッショナル(SanDisk Professional)
Manufacturer	Western Digital Technologies, Inc.
Series	SDPH81G-005T-GBA1D
Product Dimensions	13.21 x 8.79 x 3 cm; 349.27 g
Item model number	SDPH81G-005T-GBA1D
Color	Black
Form Factor	Portable
Item dimensions W x H	13.2 x 8.8 x 3 cm
Hard Drive Size	5 TB
Hard Disk Description	Mechanical Hard Disk
Hard Drive Interface	USB 3.2
Are Batteries Included	No
Item Weight	349 g

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This is usb 3.1 gen 1 according to the website. why does it say usb 3.2 gen 1 here?

can I download from a Sandisk disk to the hardrive?

Does thiis drive come formatted for Mac or Windws ?

What is distinction between mechanical hard disk for this product and portable for other external drives?

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