Transport your high-resolution images, 4K videos, and other media files with the 480GB ESD240C USB 3.1 Gen-2 Type-C Portable SSD from Transcend. Combining a M.2 SATA SSD with USB 3.1 Gen-2 Type-C connectivity, the ESD240C is a fast and portable storage solution. The drive uses 3D NAND flash memory and delivers read and write speeds of up to 520 and 460 MB/s respectively. USB Type-C and Type-C to Type-A cables are included in the package.

480GB Storage Capacity    USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C Interface    Read/Write Speed: Up to 520/460 MB/s    M.2 SATA SSD Storage Media    Supports UASP    3D NAND Flash    exFAT Preformatted    Transcend Elite Software    Shock-Resistant Design    USB Cables Included

Sturdy, yet lightweight, aluminum case in a silver hue

Shock resistant

Use with desktop and laptop computers, mobile devices, and gaming consoles

Preformatted in the exFAT file system (can be reformatted to FAT32)

Compatible with Windows 7/8/10 and macOS X 10.0 or later

Transcend Elite software for macOS and Windows with backup and restore, data encryption, and cloud backup functions (available for download)

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can this be used for recording directly from an iPhone 15 Pro Max?

A: Yes, you can use the Transcend 1TB ESD310 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Portable SSD (Black), B&H # TRTS1TESD310, to record video using an iPhone 15 Pro Max.

Q: 2. Will it work with a Apple Studio made in October 2023?

A: Yes, the LaCie 2TB Portable USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C External SSD v2 is fully compatible with the Mac Studio line of machines.

Q: 3. Can I Use this device with iPhone 15 pro max?

A: The Wise Advanced 1TB Portable & Cinema USB 3.1 Gen 2 SSD can be connected to an iPhone, although it may require reformatting.

Q: 4. How does this work with a "mid 2014 Macbook Pro 15" Retina"? It has Thunderbolt 2 ports, not sure about the USB port. Speeds?

A: As this LaCie 2TB Portable USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C External SSD v2, is using a USB C connection, it would not connect right into your mid 2014 MacBook Pro. You can get a Thunderbolt 3 to Thunderbolt 2 adapter. Plug that into this hard drive, and then use a Thunderbolt 2 cable from the adapter to your computer. But you would only be getting Thunderbolt 2 speeds.

Q: 5. I'm hoping to use this as a boot on my late 2015 iMac. Is there a way to connect it to a Thunderbolt 2 port?

A: Unfortunately USB 3.1 is not compatible with Thunderbolt 2, so the LaCie 2TB Portable USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C External SSD v2 cannot work with a Thunderbolt 2 port.

Q: 6. With a usb type C to E6 (Nikon) cable would this work with a Nikon D7100 to store raw photos? Alternatively, could this be used with a computer as an external hard drive to store photos? It seems like a good storage devise for fieldwork where size/weight and waterproof are all important.

A: Unfortunately, the Wise Advanced 1TB Portable & Cinema USB 3.1 Gen 2 SSD would require a computer to store content. However quality and durability would would be top notch on this unit.

Q: 7. The specs say this drive weighs 0.4 ounce. I'm guessing it's a little heavier than that. Do we know the actual weight?

A: The specs are correct, this Transcend 2TB ESD310 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Portable SSD (Black) weighs 0.4 ounces.

Q: 8. Can you password protect this 1TB LaCie SDD (or any other LaCie SDDs)?

A: The LaCie 1TB Portable USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C External SSD v2 can not be password protected. The LaCie 1TB Rugged USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C External SSD BH #LASTHR100080 has hardware Seagate Secure self-encrypting technology and a password system.

Q: 9. We just purchased 2 of the original version of the 2TB SSD - and I was considering buying a 3rd tonight when I saw that it had been discontinued - and apparently replaced by this version 2 - other than cosmetics, what dirrerences are there between the two versions. I have already loaded about one TB into the first unit and it appears to be functioning very well indeed?

A: V2 is faster and smaller than the older version.

Q: 10. Subject: OS Compatibility Is this compatible with Linux? What are the OS version compatibility limitations, if any?

A: The Transcend 1TB ESD310 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Portable SSD (Black) is compatible with Linux as well as; Microsoft Windows, macOS, iOS/iPadOS, ChromeOS and Android.