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product_id: 550730600
title: "8TB G-Drive Enterprise-Class External Desktop Hard Drive - 7200RPM Ultrastar HDD Inside, USB-C (10Gbps), USB 3.2 Gen 2, Mac Ready - SDPHF1A-008T-NBAAD"
brand: "sandisk professional"
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reviews_count: 8
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# 260MB/s USB-C 10Gbps speed 8TB enterprise-class Ultrastar HDD Anodized aluminum stackable durability 8TB G-Drive Enterprise-Class External Desktop Hard Drive - 7200RPM Ultrastar HDD Inside, USB-C (10Gbps), USB 3.2 Gen 2, Mac Ready - SDPHF1A-008T-NBAAD

**Brand:** sandisk professional
**Price:** 438908CFA
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚀 Elevate your storage game with speed, style, and serious capacity!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** 8TB G-Drive Enterprise-Class External Desktop Hard Drive - 7200RPM Ultrastar HDD Inside, USB-C (10Gbps), USB 3.2 Gen 2, Mac Ready - SDPHF1A-008T-NBAAD by sandisk professional
- **How much does it cost?** 438908CFA with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sn](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/550730600-8tb-g-drive-enterprise-class-external-desktop-hard-drive-7200rpm)

## Best For

- sandisk professional enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted sandisk professional brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Blazing Fast USB-C Transfer:** Experience seamless 260MB/s read/write speeds with USB 3.2 Gen 2 for ultra-efficient backups and data access.
- • **Massive 8TB Storage Powerhouse:** Store your entire creative library and critical files with enterprise-grade 7200RPM Ultrastar reliability.
- • **Sleek, Stackable Aluminum Design:** Premium anodized enclosure built to withstand daily hustle and stack perfectly in your workspace setup.
- • **Customizable LED Brightness Modes:** Adjust LED lighting to match your workspace vibe or keep it low-key during late-night grind sessions.
- • **Mac-Ready & Cross-Platform Flexibility:** Plug-and-play with Apple Time Machine, easily reformatted for Windows—your data, your rules.

## Overview

The 8TB G-Drive Enterprise-Class External Desktop Hard Drive combines a high-performance 7200RPM Ultrastar HDD with USB-C 10Gbps connectivity, delivering up to 260MB/s read/write speeds. Its durable anodized aluminum enclosure is stackable and designed for professional workflows. Mac-ready out of the box and easily reformatted for Windows, it offers versatile compatibility and customizable LED brightness, making it a reliable, stylish choice for managing large data sets and creative projects.

## Description

The SanDisk Professional G-DRIVE enterprise-class hard drive with a USB-C (10Gbps) interface delivers ultra-reliable, high-capacity storage in a premium, stylish design. The 7200RPM Ultrastar drive inside features powerful performance with speeds up to 280MB/s read and 280MB/s write (22TB capacity) that is perfect for fast backup and access to your HD videos, photos, music, and other high-value content. The stackable, anodized all-aluminum enclosure offers premium durability and anchor points for attaching to a DIT cart, a cheese plate, or other gear for your production needs. The G-DRIVE desktop hard drive also offers LED light brightness customization with three modes to choose from, comes ready for Mac outside the box, and is easily reformatted for Windows. Note: 1TB = 1 trillion bytes. Actual user capacity may be less depending on operating environment. 1 MB/s = 1 million bytes per second. Based on internal testing; performance may vary depending upon host device, usage conditions, drive capacity, and other factors.

Review: So far so good; no random disconnects on Windows 10 - I have two of these and only on ordering the second did I notice that there were a lot of reviews mentioning random "disconnects". Most seem to be using Macs, but at least one complained that it would "vanish" from My Computer. I've seen large thumb drives that randomly become "inaccessible" to Windows (though remain in My Computer), but never heard of external HDDs doing this. What a nightmare that would be. Thankfully, using Windows 10, I have not experienced any such issues with these drives. I did disable "Selective Suspend" and the ability for Windows to turn off the drive in Device Manager, but I have no idea if either of these steps were required, as I never saw the first one disconnect or vanish and I had Selective Suspend on at that time. Like a lot of external drives, these do eventually "sleep" with inactivity and this causes a few second pause on the first read. After that, they stay awake until the next period of inactivity (seems to be measured in hours, not minutes). These drives must be reformatted for Windows using Disk Management (context click the Start Button to find it on a menu). That's simple to do and documented enough that a Google search will easily find the instructions. 10.9TB out of 12TB seems about par for the course, as apparently Windows "loses" some of each drive. Have also seen advice to be sure to use the cable that comes with the drive. That's ridiculous, unless all other available cables are not up to the latest standards. I've used these drives with random USB-C and USB-C to A cables without any issues. These drives are also seem very sturdy and I've heard that they can run standing on end or lying flat. Will be putting that to the test soon, as I need one of them to fit into a tight space in a cabinet.
Review: WORST EXTERNAL HARD DRIVE I HAVE EVER OWNED FOR MAC USERS - If I could give this product NEGATIVE STARS, I would. I have an undergrad in IT, so let's just say I am a bit more tech savvy than some others. I purchased this drive as a backup device for my MacBook Pro. This hard drive is connected to a CalDigit powered hub, which in turn is connected to my MacBook when I am at home. TWICE, within 6 months, this hard drive has failed, requiring me to utilize third party software to extract the data on it. The issue is that, randomly it appears, the volume on the hard drive will become corrupted, thereby making it inaccessible from my Mac. SanDisk's (via Western Digital) response is to REFORMAT THE DRIVE and connect it again. THAT IS SIMPLY INEXCUSABLE! Reformatting of course will wipe any data on the drive, which is why I have had to resort to using third party software to try and save the data on it. After the first time, I was able to recover everything, reformat the drive, reconnect it, and yes, it works again with my Mac. I thought the first time was a fluke, BUT IT HAPPENED AGAIN WITHIN 6 MONTHS. I am yet again resorting to using third party software to try and save my data. Sandisk's response is to connect this drive directly to my MacBook in the future and not use an external hubs. That is a ridiculous response. Most people that have laptops utilize some sort of a hub to connect all of their peripherals while working from home or the office. The CalDigit model I have is not a cheap one either, pretty much top of the line. I have no other issues with my hub with any other device connected to it. So, if you are a Mac user, I would AVOID THESE DRIVES AT ALL COST if you care about the data you store on them.

## Features

- USB-C (10Gbps) drive for fast backup with up to 260MB/s read and 260MB/s write (1 MB/s = 1 million bytes per second. Based on internal testing; performance may vary depending upon host device, usage conditions, drive capacity, and other factors.)
- High-capacity, enterprise-class Ultrastar 7200RPM drive inside
- Mac Ready, Apple Time Machine compatible; easily reformatted for Windows
- Stackable, anodized aluminum enclosure offers premium durability
- Three modes of brightness to adjust the LED lights

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0CCBN79JT |
| Additional Features | Portable |
| Best Sellers Rank | #27 in External Hard Drives |
| Brand | SanDisk Professional |
| Built-In Media | USB Type-C Cable, USB Type-C to USB Type-A Cable |
| Cache Memory Installed Size | 8 |
| Color | Dark Grey |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop |
| Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Customer Reviews | 3.5 out of 5 stars 645 Reviews |
| Data Transfer Rate | 260 Megabytes Per Second |
| Digital Storage Capacity | 8 TB |
| Enclosure Material | Aluminum |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch |
| Hard Disk Description | Mechanical Hard Disk |
| Hard Disk Form Factor | 3.5 Inches |
| Hard Disk Interface | USB 3.2 |
| Hard Disk Rotational Speed | 7200 RPM |
| Hard-Drive Size | 8 TB |
| Hardware Connectivity | USB Type C |
| Installation Type | External Hard Drive |
| Item Weight | 3.02 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Western Digital Technologies, Inc. |
| Media Speed | 260 megabits_per_second |
| Model Name | SDPHF1A-008T-NBAAD |
| Model Number | SDPHF1A-008T-NBAAD |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Read Speed | 280 Megabytes Per Second |
| Special Feature | Portable |
| UPC | 718037901763 |
| Warranty Description | 3 year limited manufacturer warranty |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** SanDisk Professional
- **Color:** Dark Grey
- **Compatible Devices:** Desktop
- **Connectivity Technology:** USB
- **Digital Storage Capacity:** 8 TB
- **Hard Disk Description:** Mechanical Hard Disk
- **Hard Disk Form Factor:** 3.5 Inches
- **Hard Disk Interface:** USB 3.2
- **Installation Type:** External Hard Drive
- **Special Feature:** Portable

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size, Style** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ So far so good; no random disconnects on Windows 10
*by M***E on July 6, 2023*

I have two of these and only on ordering the second did I notice that there were a lot of reviews mentioning random "disconnects". Most seem to be using Macs, but at least one complained that it would "vanish" from My Computer. I've seen large thumb drives that randomly become "inaccessible" to Windows (though remain in My Computer), but never heard of external HDDs doing this. What a nightmare that would be. Thankfully, using Windows 10, I have not experienced any such issues with these drives. I did disable "Selective Suspend" and the ability for Windows to turn off the drive in Device Manager, but I have no idea if either of these steps were required, as I never saw the first one disconnect or vanish and I had Selective Suspend on at that time. Like a lot of external drives, these do eventually "sleep" with inactivity and this causes a few second pause on the first read. After that, they stay awake until the next period of inactivity (seems to be measured in hours, not minutes). These drives must be reformatted for Windows using Disk Management (context click the Start Button to find it on a menu). That's simple to do and documented enough that a Google search will easily find the instructions. 10.9TB out of 12TB seems about par for the course, as apparently Windows "loses" some of each drive. Have also seen advice to be sure to use the cable that comes with the drive. That's ridiculous, unless all other available cables are not up to the latest standards. I've used these drives with random USB-C and USB-C to A cables without any issues. These drives are also seem very sturdy and I've heard that they can run standing on end or lying flat. Will be putting that to the test soon, as I need one of them to fit into a tight space in a cabinet.

### ⭐ WORST EXTERNAL HARD DRIVE I HAVE EVER OWNED FOR MAC USERS
*by W***N on March 17, 2024*

If I could give this product NEGATIVE STARS, I would. I have an undergrad in IT, so let's just say I am a bit more tech savvy than some others. I purchased this drive as a backup device for my MacBook Pro. This hard drive is connected to a CalDigit powered hub, which in turn is connected to my MacBook when I am at home. TWICE, within 6 months, this hard drive has failed, requiring me to utilize third party software to extract the data on it. The issue is that, randomly it appears, the volume on the hard drive will become corrupted, thereby making it inaccessible from my Mac. SanDisk's (via Western Digital) response is to REFORMAT THE DRIVE and connect it again. THAT IS SIMPLY INEXCUSABLE! Reformatting of course will wipe any data on the drive, which is why I have had to resort to using third party software to try and save the data on it. After the first time, I was able to recover everything, reformat the drive, reconnect it, and yes, it works again with my Mac. I thought the first time was a fluke, BUT IT HAPPENED AGAIN WITHIN 6 MONTHS. I am yet again resorting to using third party software to try and save my data. Sandisk's response is to connect this drive directly to my MacBook in the future and not use an external hubs. That is a ridiculous response. Most people that have laptops utilize some sort of a hub to connect all of their peripherals while working from home or the office. The CalDigit model I have is not a cheap one either, pretty much top of the line. I have no other issues with my hub with any other device connected to it. So, if you are a Mac user, I would AVOID THESE DRIVES AT ALL COST if you care about the data you store on them.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Customer service came through with failed G-drive
*by S***G on December 8, 2023*

Update: Apparently, this can be common with other manufacturers, too. The company was great in following through and replacing my G-Drive, as it was still under warranty. Thank you! Original: I have the Sandisk Professional 12 TB G-Drive. It’s mostly been okay on a new iMac for 364 days. (On the western digital website, a 3-year warranty is indicated.) Mine was fine one day, and, while spinning and sounding normal, will no longer mount anywhere. Apple Disk Utility is, therefore, unable to perform First Aid. I am, therefore, unable to partition it, in an effort to save data. Reading current reviews of Sandisk externals, quality and customer service are poor. There is one review here where argumentative persistance with a WD superior resulted in free data retrieval. There is also a website with a free firmware download I found for the Extreme by WD that has resolved some people’s problems. You can search by serial number. The SD Professional is not on the list. Me? I want to throw mine through the window, yet it has 2.3 TB of my personal and professional life on it. I was just reorganizing, consolidating, soon to make a second external copy. Its failure screwed up my online subscription Backblaze backup, too. Run!!!

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