External Hard Drive SanDisk 24TB USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2 G-DRIVE

The SanDisk Professional G-DRIVE external hard drive provides high-capacity, enterprise-class storage in a durable, stackable metal enclosure. With a 24 TB hard drive spinning at 7200 RPM and a USB-C (3.2 Gen 2 / 10Gbps) interface, it is designed for fast backups and reliable access to HD video, photos, music, and other large files. The drive offers adjustable LED brightness, is Mac-ready and Apple Time Machine compatible out of the box, and can be reformatted for Windows systems.

Advantages

This G-DRIVE model combines high storage capacity with a 7200 RPM enterprise-class HDD to deliver improved sustained performance and reliability for demanding workloads. The aluminum/stainless-steel style enclosure is stackable and provides anchor points for mounting to carts or plates, adding flexibility for production environments. USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 connectivity enables high-speed transfers, while three LED brightness modes let you control indicator lighting.

Suitable for

• Backup and archiving of large media libraries
• Video editing workflows and offline media storage
• Photography post-production and high-resolution photo storage
• Workstations that require attachable, rackable or cart-mounted storage

Key specifications

• Capacity: 24 TB
• Drive speed: 7200 RPM (enterprise-class HDD)
• Interface: USB-C (3.2 Gen 2 / up to 10 Gbps)
• Typical transfer performance: up to ~250–280 MB/s (read/write, depending on model and system)
• Enclosure: anodized aluminum / stainless-steel finish, stackable with mounting anchor points
• Weight: approximately 1.32 kg

How to use

Connect the G-DRIVE to your computer using the supplied USB-C cable and confirm the drive appears in your operating system. For Mac users the drive is preformatted and compatible with Apple Time Machine for immediate backups. Windows users can reformat the drive to NTFS or another preferred file system. Use the LED brightness control to set indicator lighting to off, default, or bright as needed. Mount or secure the drive to a DIT cart or mounting plate using the anchor points if required for your workflow.

Recommendations

Place the drive on a stable, well-ventilated surface during operation, keep firmware and OS drivers updated for best compatibility, and maintain regular backups. For prolonged heavy workloads, ensure adequate airflow around the enclosure and allow the drive to cool as needed.