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Plugable Thunderbolt 3 512GB NVMe SSD (TBT3-NVME512) – 40Gbps

Name: Plugable Thunderbolt 3 512GB NVMe SSD (TBT3-NVME512) – 40Gbps
Brand: Plugable
SKU: POR-SER-766
Price: 84.65 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.0 (5 reviews)

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$199.00 $84.65

The Plugable TBT3-NVME512 is a Thunderbolt 3 external NVMe SSD with 512GB capacity, offering blazing-fast 40Gbps transfers in a rugged aluminum enclosure.

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Description

The Plugable TBT3-NVME512 is a 512GB external solid-state drive that leverages full Thunderbolt 3 bandwidth (40Gbps) to deliver exceptional performance for content creators, analysts, and power users. With no moving parts and a solid aluminum housing, it's built to handle demanding workflows—editing 4K/8K video, storing large design files, or running virtual machines directly from the drive. It comes pre-formatted with exFAT, so it works out of the box on both Mac and Windows systems.

Plugable TBT3-NVME512: Professional-Grade External Storage

This drive is designed for Thunderbolt 3-equipped workstations and laptops. It's ideal for directly importing media into your editing app, keeping your project files portable, or expanding your system's storage without opening the case. The NVMe technology ensures rapid read/write speeds, significantly faster than traditional SATA SSDs.

Formatting for Your Workflow

The drive ships with exFAT, which works seamlessly on both macOS and Windows without additional drivers. If you prefer APFS or NTFS, you can reformat it, but note that this may restrict cross-platform compatibility. For time machine backups, format to APFS; for Windows backups, use NTFS.

Thunderbolt 3 speed: Sequential read/write speeds up to 2800 MB/s (actual speeds vary by system and configuration).
Durable build: Aluminum casing dissipates heat and protects the drive during travel.
Plug-and-play: No software needed on Thunderbolt 3 Macs and Windows PCs.

Features

Full 40Gbps Thunderbolt 3 bandwidth for fast edits and transfers
512GB capacity, pre-formatted exFAT for plug-and-play with Mac and Windows
Solid aluminum enclosure dissipates heat and protects the drive
Model: TBT3-NVME512
Capacity: 512 GB
Material: Aluminum
Interface: Thunderbolt 3
Drive Type: NVMe
OS Support: macOS 10.13+, Windows 10 and later
File System: exFAT (reformattable)
Form Factor: 2.5-inch (enclosure)
Product Type: External Thunderbolt 3 NVMe SSD
Compatibility: Thunderbolt 3-enabled Macs and Windows PCs
Max Transfer Speed: 40 Gbps (up to ~2800 MB/s)
Seller: PortSide Gear
MPN: TBT3-NVME512

Product Details

For creative pros, the drive's thermal design prevents throttling during long exports, and its shock-resistant construction means you can safely carry your project files in a backpack. It also supports TRIM, which keeps the drive performing at its best over time. Whether you're a filmmaker or a data scientist, this drive offers the capacity and speed to keep your workflow moving.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is my Plugable Thunderbolt NVMe SSD write speed so slow?

Check that the drive is connected to a Thunderbolt 3 port (not a USB-C port) and that you're using the included cable. Also, your system may be CPU-bound during writes; try closing heavy applications. For maximum performance, ensure your Thunderbolt controller drivers are updated and the drive is formatted to APFS (Mac) or NTFS (Windows).

Why isn't my Plugable TBT3-NVME512 showing up on my computer?

If the drive doesn't appear, check the Thunderbolt port and cable first. On Windows, open Device Manager to see if it's listed under Disk Drives. On Mac, check Disk Utility. If nothing appears, try connecting to a different Thunderbolt port and verify the port supports Thunderbolt protocol (not just USB-C).

Does the Plugable Thunderbolt SSD work with a USB-C port?

No, the TBT3-NVME512 requires a Thunderbolt 3 port. While Thunderbolt 3 uses the USB-C connector, it is not backward compatible with USB-C-only ports. Connecting it to a USB-C port will not power or recognize the drive.

Customer Reviews

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5.0

u****b

Verified

Blazing fast

Transferred 200GB of video files in minutes. This thing is crazy fast. Plugged into my MacBook, and it just flies.

4.0

q**k

Verified

Great drive, but gets warm

Performance is excellent and the build is sturdy. It does get noticeably warm under heavy use, but that's expected for an NVMe. Shrinks footage editing times a lot.

4.0

i****t

Verified

Perfect for work

I use it to run a VM directly from the SSD. Crashes are gone, and it's way faster than my internal HDD on the older laptop. Only downside is the price, but you're paying for speed.

5.0

d**y

Verified

Works with both TB3 and USB-C

Surprisingly, it also works with a USB-C port, though speeds are lower. With Thunderbolt, read speeds are above 2,800 MB/s. Very happy, would buy again.

2.0

c****n

Verified

Failed after a month

Stopped being recognized by my laptop. Tried other computers, same issue. Might have gotten a defective unit, but I'm disappointed. Returning.

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Description

Plugable TBT3-NVME512: Professional-Grade External Storage

Formatting for Your Workflow

Features

Frequently Asked Questions

Customer Reviews

u****b

Blazing fast

q**k

Great drive, but gets warm

i****t

Perfect for work

d**y

Works with both TB3 and USB-C

c****n

Failed after a month

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