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Management software

Set your password and get the latest firmware updates with Samsung portable SSD software available in PCs, Macs, Android smartphones and tablets. You can also check your drive's health, boost performance and protect data with Samsung Magician Software.¹⁶ ¹⁷ ¹⁸

External SSD Comparison

1. T7 Touch
2. T7

¹ Simulated image. ² This device has a IP65 rating based on internal testing conducted under controlled conditions. Water and dust resistance capabilities may vary depending on the actual environmental conditions. Damage caused by liquid and dust are not covered. ³ IPX5 Test condition: Device was exposed to fresh water projected from a nozzle (Φ6.3mm) 3 meters away at 12.5 l/min for 3 minutes. ⁴ IP6X Test condition: Device was exposed to 2kg/m³ of active dust with a pressure under 2kPa for 8 hours in a vacuum chamber. ⁵ Performance may vary depending on host configuration. To reach maximum read/write speeds of up to 1,050/1,000MB/s, respectively, the host device and connection cables must support USB 3.2 Gen2 and the UASP mode must be enabled. For detailed information, please refer to the FAQs. ⁶ Test system configuration: ASUS Z270 ROG MAXIMUS IX HERO (USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C), Intel(R) Core i7-7700K CPU @ 4.20GHz, OS- Windows 10 19H2 ⁷ Simulated image. ⁸ T7 Shield is rated as IP65 based on internal testing conducted under controlled conditions. Water, dust and drop resistance capabilities may vary depending on the actual environmental conditions. Damage caused by liquid, dust and drop are not covered. ⁹ IPX5 Test condition: Device was exposed to fresh water projected from a nozzle (Φ6.3mm) 3 meters away at 12.5 l/min for 3 minutes. ¹⁰ IP6X Test condition: Device was exposed to 2kg/m³ of active dust with a pressure under 2kPa for 8 hours in a vacuum chamber. ¹¹ Drop test condition: Device was dropped free-fall to a metal plate from 3-meter height. ¹² Compatibility with T7 Shield may vary depending on the host device. Some operating systems may require T7 Shield reformatting. ¹³ T7 Shield is compatible with USB 3.0 and USB 2.0. ¹⁴ The T7 Shield complies with official USB power specifications. If the host device does not comply with those specifications, there may be compatibility issues and/or reduced performance. ¹⁵ 1GB=1,000,000,000 bytes, 1TB=1,000,000,000,000 bytes. Lower capacity may be demonstrated by your computer due to use of a different measurement standard. ¹⁶ The actual product weight and size may vary depending on the product's capacity and measurement method. ¹⁷ Software requires Windows 7, Mac OS X 10.10, Android 5.1(Lollipop), or higher. Older versions of the Windows, Mac, and Android operating systems may not be supported. ¹⁸ Firmware update requires use of PC or Mac and access to internet connection. Android app available on Google Play. Samsung Magician Software only available in Windows.