HP 712w USB flash drive 256 GB USB Type-A 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Black

The HP 712w USB Flash Drive provides 256 GB of portable storage in a compact slide-design housing. Featuring a USB Type-A connector and USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) compatibility, the drive delivers up to 120 MB/s read speed and weighs approximately 10.2 g, making it suitable for carrying photos, music and documents and for transferring large files between computers.

Advantages

The sliding capless design protects the connector without a separate cap and supports easy one-handed operation. USB 3.2 Gen 1 compatibility and a read speed of up to 120 MB/s provide faster file access compared with older USB 2.0 devices. The 256 GB capacity offers space for extensive media libraries and large documents, while the compact black enclosure is lightweight for everyday portability.

Suitable for

• Backing up photos and videos
• Storing music and media libraries
• Transferring documents between computers
• Portable storage for presentations and project files

Key specifications

• Capacity: 256 GB
• USB version: 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1)
• Device interface: USB Type-A
• Read speed: up to 120 MB/s
• Weight: 0.0102 kg
• Color: Black
• Manufacturer part number (MPN): HPFD712B-A-256
• EAN: 4718006457716

How to use

Slide the connector out to expose the USB Type-A plug and insert the drive into a compatible USB port on a computer. The operating system will detect the drive as removable storage; open it in the file manager to copy, move or play files. When finished, use the system’s safe removal/eject function before removing the drive to avoid data loss.

Recommendations

For reliable performance, use the HP 712w with USB 3.0/3.1/3.2 ports when possible. Keep the sliding mechanism clean and avoid excessive force when extending or retracting the connector. Regularly back up important data and safely eject the device before removal.