External Hard Drive SanDisk G-DRIVE 22 TB 7200 RPM USB Type-C

The SanDisk G-DRIVE 22 TB external hard drive provides enterprise-class, high-capacity storage in a durable anodized aluminum enclosure with USB‑C (10Gbps) connectivity. Inside is a 7200RPM Ultrastar drive delivering up to 280 MB/s read and 280 MB/s write (at 22 TB) for fast backups and reliable access to HD video, photos, music and other large files. The enclosure is stackable and includes anchor points for mounting to a DIT cart or plate; LED brightness can be set to off, default, or bright. The drive is formatted for Mac and compatible with Apple Time Machine, and can be reformatted for Windows.

Advantages

The G-DRIVE combines enterprise-class reliability with high capacity and sustained 7200RPM performance, enabling fast data transfer speeds (up to 280 MB/s read/write at 22 TB). Its anodized all‑aluminum, stackable housing provides physical durability and mounting points for professional workflows. Adjustable LED brightness and native Mac formatting make it convenient for desktop use and easy to integrate into existing production setups.

Suitable for

• Video editors working with HD footage
• Photographers storing large image libraries
• Audio producers and musicians with large sample libraries
• Backup and archiving of high-value data
• On-set DIT workflows requiring mounted storage

Key specifications

• Capacity: 22 TB
• Drive speed: 7200 RPM (Ultrastar enterprise-class)
• Interface: USB‑C (10 Gbps)
• Sequential performance: up to 280 MB/s read, 280 MB/s write (22 TB)
• Enclosure: anodized all‑aluminum, stackable with anchor points
• LED: adjustable brightness (off, default, bright)
• Compatibility: Mac ready, Apple Time Machine compatible; reformattable for Windows
• Brand: Western Digital (SanDisk Professional)
• MPN: SDPHF1A-022T-MBAAD
• EAN: 718037899244

How to use

Connect the G-DRIVE to your computer using the included USB‑C cable. For Mac, the drive is ready to use with Apple Time Machine out of the box; follow Time Machine settings to add the drive as a backup destination. To use with Windows, reformat the drive using Disk Utility (macOS) or Disk Management (Windows) to a compatible file system (for example NTFS for Windows). Adjust the LED brightness using the enclosure setting to off, default, or bright as needed for your workspace.

Usage recommendations

Place the drive on a stable, ventilated surface and avoid stacking heavy objects on top. Use the anchor points to secure the drive to production gear when used on set. Regularly back up critical data and verify backups after large transfers. Reformat only when necessary, and follow manufacturer instructions for drive maintenance and firmware updates.