Designed for professional photographers, videographers, and content creators, the black Lexar 2TB ARMOR 700 USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Portable SSD Blackfrom Lexar 2TB ARMOR 700 USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Portable SSD Blackfeatures a storage capacity of 2TB and connects to your host system using its 20 Gb/s USB-C 3.2 Gen 2x2 interface, which delivers read and write speeds of up to 2000 MB/s and allows users to capture 4K video at 60 fps directly to the drive. Lightweight and portable, it is IP66 rated for water and dust resistance, and is also able to withstand drops of up to 9.8'. Lexar DataShield enables 256-bit AES encryption to help keep your files protected, while an included USB-A and USB-C All-in-One cable lets this SSD be connected to Windows, Mac, iOS, iPadOS, Android, Xbox X|S, PS4, PS5, and more.

Note: To achieve maximum advertised speeds, please make sure your computer or host device is certified to support the 20 Gb/s USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 connection. Apple devices, including those with Thunderbolt/USB4, do not support 20 Gb/s USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 and will be limited to 10 Gb/s USB 3.2 Gen 2.

2TB Storage Capacity    20 Gb/s USB-C 3.2 Gen 2x2 Interface    Up to 2000 MB/s Data Transfer Speed    Bus Powered    256-Bit AES Encryption    Can Withstand Drops up to 9.8'    IP66 Water and Dust-Resistant    Includes USB-A and USB-C AiO Cable    iOS and Android Compatible    Windows and Mac Compatible

With read and write speeds of up to 2000 MB/s, the Lexar ARMOR 700 Portable SSD accelerates data transfers so that you can spend more time creating and less time waiting.

The ARMOR 700's Thermal Control Design helps ensure optimal temperatures, even at top speeds, so high performance is always retained.

With one of the highest ratings in its product class at IP66, the Lexar ARMOR 700 Portable SSD protects against both water and dust incursion and is also drop resistant up to 9.8'.

Record directly to the drive at resolutions up to 4K at 60 fps with iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max.

The drive's design keeps temperatures low, even at top speeds, helping the drive to maintain its performance.

Included is a USB-A and USB-C All-in-One cable for plug-and-play compatibility with Windows, Mac, tablets, Android, iPhone 15, cameras, Xbox X|S, PS4, and PS5.

Includes Lexar DataShield, a 256-bit AES encryption advanced security solution that helps ensure your confidential files are protected.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. I just got mine and it is very fast but is EXCEEDINGLY hot to the touch. Is this normal?

A: Depending on how much data you are transferring within a given time frame, it is normal for the Lexar Professional CFexpress Type B/SD USB 3.2 Gen 2 Card Reader to heat up. However, we do not expect it to heat up to temperatures that would be of major concern.

Q: 2. How do you get the full 1000mb/s write speed? Do you need a specific cable?

A: The My Passport SSD comes with 2 Cables a.USB Type-C Cable b.USB Type-C to Type-A Cable Either cable supports the max transfer rate. The SSD may slow down a bit if it overheats due to high demand for a lengthy period. Make sure the Type C cables you use are for data transfer not just battery charging.

Q: 3. How hot do the card and reader get with transfer of a few dozen photos from the CFexpress card?

A: The Lexar Professional CFexpress Type B/SD USB 3.2 Gen 2 Card Reader does not have any issues with overheating to our knowledge.

Q: 4. Compatible with a Dell Optiplex 7000 Micro, or a MacBook Pro M1?

A: Yes, the Lexar 512GB SL660 BLAZE Gaming USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C Portable SSD will be compatible with both the Optiplex and MacBook Pro.

Q: 5. will this also read older CF card?

A: No, the Lexar Professional CFexpress Type B/SD USB 3.2 Gen 2 Card Reader will not read Compact Flash memory cards. However, it does have a CFexpress Type B slot as well as a UHS-II SDXC Card Slot.

Q: 6. How durable is this drive compared to the Rugged?

A: Because the LaCie 2TB Portable USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C External SSD v2 does not have any moving parts, the drive will be a good option. However, it is not rugged.

Q: 7. Which is the best format to use on a Mac? No plans to use the SSD on a window platform.

A: When using the Samsung 4TB T9 Portable SSD (Black) with a Mac computer, APFS would be the best format to use if you are not also planning on using the drive on a Windows computer.

Q: 8. what are the Read/Write Speed?

A: The maximum read speed on this device is 515 MB/s. The maximum write speed on this device is 470MB/s.

Q: 9. I need a card reader to update the firmware on my Nikon Z9. Can I also write to a CF Express type B card with this?

A: Yes, the Lexar Professional CFexpress Type B/SD USB 3.2 Gen 2 Card Reader is fine as a card reader for CFexpress type B cards. You can write to the card as well.

Q: 10. We just purchased 2 of the original version of the 2TB SSD - and I was considering buying a 3rd tonight when I saw that it had been discontinued - and apparently replaced by this version 2 - other than cosmetics, what dirrerences are there between the two versions. I have already loaded about one TB into the first unit and it appears to be functioning very well indeed?

A: V2 is faster and smaller than the older version.