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Plugable 2TB Thunderbolt 3 External SSD NVMe Drive (Up to 2400MBs/1800MBs R/W)
Digital Storage Capacity | 2000 GB |
Hard Disk Interface | Thunderbolt |
Connectivity Technology | Thunderbolt 3 |
Brand | Plugable |
Special Feature | Portable, Durable |
Hard Disk Description | Solid State Hard Drive |
Compatible Devices | Laptop |
Installation Type | External Hard Drive |
Color | Black |
Hard Disk Size | 1 TB |
About this item
- Thunderbolt 3 Speed - Reach your creative potential with the Plugable external Thunderbolt 3 NVMe SSD. Offers 2TB of storage with up to 2400MB/s+ read and up to 1800MB/s+ write speeds featuring 40Gbps Thunderbolt 3 technology
- Performance - Great for professional content creators needing to transfer and edit high definition content, gamers wanting high-performance external libraries, or IT professionals who want to run virtual machines at native speeds
- Durable and Portable - Full metal enclosure designed to dissipate heat and protect your portable hard drive. No moving parts, never worry about losing your data on-the-go. Take it anywhere with an included carrying bag
- Compatibility - Easy to use with any Thunderbolt 3 system. Does not support non-Thunderbolt 3 USB-C ports. This SSD is bus powered with no external power required. Drive is pre-formatted in exFAT for Windows, Linux, and Mac. No drivers required
- 3 Year Warranty - We love our Plugable products, and hope you will too. The TBT3-NVME2TB is covered by a 36 month or 1900TBW limited warranty as well as Seattle-based email support
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From the brand
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At Plugable, we design products for productivity. And we know that work can happen anywhere–at a desk, on the road, in an office, and more often than ever, at home.
Every Plugable product–from dongle to docking station–is designed and tested by our team in Redmond, Washington to work anywhere you work.
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Value for money | 4.3 | 3.7 | 4.3 | 4.1 | 3.8 | 4.2 |
Portability | — | 4.7 | 4.9 | 4.8 | 4.7 | 5.0 |
Storage Capacity | — | 4.4 | 4.8 | 4.8 | 4.6 | 4.3 |
Light weight | 5.0 | 4.7 | — | 4.6 | 4.7 | — |
Durability | 4.7 | — | 4.6 | — | — | 4.1 |
Sold By | — | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com |
storage capacity | 2000 GB | 4 TB | 2 TB | 4 TB | 4 TB | 1 TB |
hardware interface | thunderbolt | thunderbolt | solid state drive | usb c, thunderbolt, lightning, solid state drive | usb c, solid state drive | usb c, solid state drive |
compatible devices | Laptop | Laptop | iPhone 15, Desktop PC, Laptop, Gaming Console | Laptop, Desktop, Tablet, Smartphone | Gaming Console, Laptop, Camera, Tablet | Gaming Console, Laptop, Camera, Tablet |
form factor | portable | Portable | Portable | 2.5-inch | Portable | Portable |
write speed | 1800 | 2500 | 1950 | — | 2000 | 1050 |
read speed | 2400 megabytes per second | 3000 megabytes per second | 2000 megabytes per second | — | 2100 megabytes per second | 1050 megabytes per second |
Product information
Technical Details
Brand | Plugable |
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Item model number | TBT3-NVME2TB |
Hardware Platform | Mac |
Item Weight | 9.6 ounces |
Product Dimensions | 4.25 x 2.5 x 0.5 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 4.25 x 2.5 x 0.5 inches |
Color | Black |
Flash Memory Size | 2 TB |
Hard Drive Interface | Thunderbolt |
Manufacturer | Plugable |
ASIN | B07ZG4GXHB |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | October 22, 2019 |
Additional Information
Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
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Best Sellers Rank | #552 in External Solid State Drives |
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Product Description
Expand Your Storage at Unparalleled Speeds
Faster than your computer’s internal hard drive, the Plugable Thunderbolt 3 2TB NVMe SSD (TBT3-NVME2TB) hits performance levels not possible before Thunderbolt 3. Connect the drive to a Thunderbolt 3 port to gain 2TB of extra storage with amazing speeds of up to 2400MB/s+ read and 1800MB/s+ write, all without the need for an external power connection.
Speed up your data transfers with leading NVMe and Thunderbolt 3 technologies. No moving parts, no external power, solid aluminum construction, and full-speed 40Gbps Thunderbolt 3 connectivity makes the Plugable SSD is perfect for content creators and high-performance users that want top-tier performance in a secure and compact storage solution.
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High Capacity 2TB StorageA must-have for creators on the go. This SSD delivers high throughput storage perfect for video editors, photographers, and high-performance users. Transfer and edit high-res content with ease. Store more hours of raw 4K footage. Breeze through projects with ease. |
Compact and PortableWeighing only 6.2oz and with a minimal profile of 108mm x 65mm x 14.5mm it can be tucked in a pocket or bag without hassle. Includes a carrying bag to protect the anodized aluminum finish and keep your other devices safe from scratches on-the-go. |
Durable and SecureThis SSD has a full metal body designed to keep the SSD cool while also protecting your data on the go. With no moving parts inside, the SSD is even more secure than external HDD making your data less likely to be lost due to damage. |
Performance of Thunderbolt 3 and NVMe
Harness the speed of Thunderbolt 3 and NVMe technology. Featuring increased bandwidth, lower latency, and increased IOPS, this Plugable SSD is up to 5x faster than SATA SSD technology. This Plugable SSD is up to 4x faster than SATA SSD technology. At full-speed 40Gbps Thunderbolt 3 connectivity and maximum-throughput NVMe technology, this SSD is an ideal storage extension for your Thunderbolt 3-equipped workstations and laptops.
The Plugable Thunderbolt 3 NVMe SSD works right out of the box, pre-formatted with exFAT to make it compatible and interchangeable with any Thunderbolt 3-enabled Mac or Windows system. Then directly import media into your favorite editing applications, and discover external storage the way it should be.
Compatibility
Only compatible with Thunderbolt 3 enabled systems
- Requires Thunderbolt 3-equipped USB-C interface, will not work with standard USB-C
- Windows 11, 10, 8.x, or 7 supported (Boot Camp with Windows 10 version 1809 and up is supported)
- Linux support varies depending on Linux distribution and Kernel
- Not Thunderbolt 1 or 2 Compatible
*Windows 10 (version 1809 and up) users must enable write caching in the Device Manager for maximum write speeds.
*Host systems with PCIe x2 link will have reduced performance due to limited bandwidth. Linux host systems may experience reduced write performance vs Mac/Windows.
Specifications
- 2TB external storage with PCIe Gen3 x4 link (NVMe module is not user upgradable)
- Up to 2400MBps+ read, and 1800MB/s+ write for sequential transfers*
- Integrated 18cm/4in 40Gbps Thunderbolt 3 cable
- Uses the multi-platform exFAT file system (Can be reformatted for use with other file systems)
- No drivers required
2TB Thunderbolt 3 External SSD | 1TB Thunderbolt 3 External SSD | 512GB Thunderbolt 3 External SSD | 480GB Thunderbolt 3 External SSD | |
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Capacity | 2TB | 1TB | 512GB | 480GB |
Max Sequential Read Speeds | Up to 2400MB/s+ | Up to 2400MB/s+ | Up to 2400MB/s+ | Up to 2400MB/s+ |
Max Sequential Write Speeds | Up to 1800MB/s+ | Up to 1800MB/s+ | Up to 1800MB/s+ | Up to 1800MB/s+ |
Interface | Thunderbolt 3, NVMe | Thunderbolt 3, NVMe | Thunderbolt 3, NVMe | Thunderbolt 3, NVMe |
Flash Durability | 1900TBW | 700TBW | 800TBW | 800TBW |
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Customers like the speed, quality and value of the computer drive. For example, they mention it's blazing fast, works well and is great value for money. Customers are also impresseded with the connectivity, saying it'll work perfectly for a bootable backup. That said, some complain about the cord length.
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Customers are happy with the speed of the computer drive. They say it's blazingly fast, perfect for video editing on the go, and reliable. Some mention that it works with no problem and is quick both read and write to keep up with.
"...And when it works, it's fast. I will update after a week or so and more testing. Thank God/Jeff for Amazon Prime and easy returns if necessary." Read more
"...Repeatable, happened a 2nd time.Note: the doomed copy is amazingly fast until you hit the wall. :-)..." Read more
"...Lightroom performs just as well and fast as the catalogs stored on my C drive...." Read more
"Extremely fast drive." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the quality of the external hard drive. They mention that it works well right out of the box, is fast, and affordable. Some say that it's an effective external HDD and makes an excellent external boot disk.
"...The Plugable drive worked well right out of the box. Since I only use Mac computers, I reformatted the drive...." Read more
"Love the drive. Works very well connected to a CalDigit TS3 hub. I use it for storing Lightroom Catalogs and previews...." Read more
"Bought this to make a bootable copy of a 13" 2018 MacBook system; it works very well...." Read more
"This drive works perfectly for a bootable backup of a M1 MacBook Air...." Read more
Customers like the value of the computer drive. They mention it's a solid SSD in this price range, and an inexpensive way to add fast storage. Some say that the attached cable limits some benefits. Overall, customers say the drive is an excellent buy and a great storage device that offers easy expansion of storage capacity.
"...No more. This device is one of the first affordable SSDs to take advantage of a true Thunderbolt 3 connection, and the technology behind it...." Read more
"...This product is priced competitively with other portable drives that only have USB C connectivity, but with speeds 3-4 times faster...." Read more
"...Highly recommend if you're looking for a solid SSD in this price range." Read more
"...Reliable, fast, and affordable. (Well, as affordable as they get). Only wish the connection cable was a little longer. Otherwise, great product." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the connectivity of the computer drive. They mention that it is rock solid, has great build quality, and is built like a tank. Customers also appreciate the speed, reliability, and stability of the drive. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...This one so far is rock solid after 3 days of use. It's night/day difference from the first one. No disconnects at all...." Read more
"...Not the cheapest way to go, but I needed speed, reliability and stability. The Plugable drive worked well right out of the box...." Read more
"...Overall I'm very happy with the construction and reliability...." Read more
"...It seems to be well made, and durable, but fortunately I have not dropped the drive, and have not used it enough to rate durability." Read more
Customers like the compactness of the computer drive. For example, they say it's small and reliable, and can fit in the palm of their hand. That said, some are impressed with the fast transfer speed.
"...It will fit in the palm of my hand. The speeds are exceptional...." Read more
"...Not too big and does not get too hot either. It is a little bit bigger than a deck of cards...." Read more
"Great unit. Small, reliable. Haven’t had any problems of any type...." Read more
"This is a great, compact, fast device at the 1TB size. Glad I made the purchase." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the cord length of the computer drive. They say that the non-removable cable is short and annoying. They also mention that the attached cable limits some benefits and places where you can put the drive in your bag. Customers are also not happy that the cable is built-in to the drive.
"...device capable of working with that technology, the cable either has to be very short (about 9 inches or less) and affordable..." Read more
"...For those complaining about the non-removable cable, well that's where some of the reliability comes from...." Read more
"...My only concern is that the cable is built-in to the drive, so if you want to attach a longer cable (for example), you're out of luck...." Read more
"...As other have mentioned, the non-removable cable is short. Be careful with it." Read more
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Update 1: The drive is dead now. I've used it probably a grand total of an hour over 3 sessions. Haven't plugged it in for about a week, and it will no longer mount nor be shown in Disk Utility. I mean nothing. Zero. Nada. The little white LED turns on when plugged in, but that's it. I'm very technical, and have tried 4 different 2018 - 2021 Macs. Getting a replacement, but I'm very unimpressed so far.
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So far, I am seeing inability to mount when I plug it in sometimes and frequent disconnects from the 5 Intel/M1 MacBook Pros that I have connected it to. It is working, but it seems like it may not be as solid as I would expect it to be. And when it works, it's fast. I will update after a week or so and more testing. Thank God/Jeff for Amazon Prime and easy returns if necessary.
With this NVMe drive, my 2017 iMac is as fast as I'd ever hoped for.
*Pro Tip 1" On a 2017 iMac NVMes can reset the computer while copying large files.
Story: Used Employer's 2TB Plugable SSD once time on my personal mac, to prevent the loss of a VMWare Win10 instance. The VM was about 250 GB. When I drag-drop copied the VM to 2017 iMac SATA SSD, after about 1/2 of the copy, the 2017 iMac froze and had to be hard rebooted. Repeatable, happened a 2nd time.
Note: the doomed copy is amazingly fast until you hit the wall. :-)
DataPayload Tip 1: Workaround = use CarbonCopyCloner to move the big file.
*Pro Tip 2* When you encrypt an NVMe external drive with a password, Mac OS is extremely unforgiving of missed password attempts. Once you type in the wrong password, could not find a way to get an extra password attempt.
With the older laptop (2013 model, High Sierra OS), I used a Caldigit thunderbolt 3 hub with an Apple thunderbolt 2 to thunderbolt 3 adapter. Note that since the thunderbolt adapter does not provide power to the drive, a powered hub is necessary when connecting this way. Not the cheapest way to go, but I needed speed, reliability and stability. The Plugable drive worked well right out of the box. Since I only use Mac computers, I reformatted the drive. No problems encountered at all.
As noted in the product description, the drive comes with a short thunderbolt 3 cable attached to the drive housing. Good for my intended use since cable length was not important.
I am very pleased and would recommend this product.
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Compared to other NVMe drives, this one is a great buy, while it has few drawbacks that it may not be suited for every use case. I've seen people complaining about its short and unattachable cable, but if you use a dock like me, you will be fine; it's not designed for frequent plug and unplug. Its writing speed can be a bit spiky according to reviews, so if you need a lot of disk writes, this drive is not for you. How much is a lot? I record 24bit WAV audio in pro tools, and it's perfectly fine, so I'm definitely talking about something more demanding on disk writes.