Sandisk Professional G-DRIVE ArmorATD 5TB

The Sandisk Professional G-DRIVE ArmorATD is an external hard drive that has been designed to meet the demands of professional creatives, keeping their files, photos, videos and any crucial data safe. The unit has been kitted with a premium, anodised aluminium enclosure and tough, easy-grip bumper that together offer a triple-layer level of shock resistance for enhanced protection and durability. Furthermore, this drive has an IP54 water and dust resistance rating, adding to its protective arsenal. Available in 4 different capacities, each has a 5Gbps USB-C connection for super-quick file backup, transfer and storage, but is compatible with USB-3.0 and Thunderbolt 3 for even more versatility. It’s rugged, it’s durable and it will keep your files safe.

Sandisk Professional G-DRIVE ArmorATD Key Features:

What’s in the box?

FAQs:

How high can this be dropped without causing damage?

When tested, the 1TB and 2TB options offered shock resistance up to 1.2m on a carpeted concrete floor and up to 1m on a carpeted concrete floor for 4TB and 5TB capacity.

What does IP54 actually mean?

The IP Stands for Ingress Protection - Meaning its ability to stand in Extreme Weather condition. The first number refers to its protection from dust and the second number refers to its water resistance. In the case of this product, the IP54 rating means that it is well protected from dust but not impervious to it. It is resistant to splashes of water but you wouldn’t want it being in direct rainfall or a jet of water.

How can I format this to work on Windows?

The unit needs to be plugged and then you will need to go to its properties where it will give you the option to reformat the unit. Please note that when reformatting, all data on the unit will be wiped.