Customer Reviews for SanDisk Extreme Portable 2TB External Solid State Drive, Black (SDSSDE61-4T00-G25)
SanDisk Extreme Portable 2TB External Solid State Drive, Black (SDSSDE61-4T00-G25) is Out of stock
Item # : 24671615
Model # : SDSSDE612T00G25
Chase your inspiration with no hesitation.
- Powerful yet portable Get fast NVMe™ solid state performance with up to 1050MB/s** read and 1000MB/s** write speeds in a portable, high-capacity drive, up to 8TB* that’s perfect for creating amazing content or capturing incredible footage.
- Tough enough to take with you Up to three-meter drop protection*** and IP65 water and dust resistance†mean this durable drive can take a beating.
Price is $189.99
14 reviews
Most helpful positive review
Posted Dec 11, 2025
Good option for backup
Using this drive as my backup using Apple Time Machine. Had no issues at installation and the drive is working well.
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Most helpful critical review
Posted Jan 9, 2025
Beware: Password Retrieval Nightmare!
As someone who values data security, I initially thought the SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD would be a great choice for safeguarding my files. However, my experience has been nothing short of a nightmare.
The main issue: If you forget or lose the password to your SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD, there is absolutely NO way to retrieve it. This means your encrypted data is lo...
The main issue: If you forget or lose the password to your SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD, there is absolutely NO way to retrieve it. This means your encrypted data is lo...
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Andre
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Posted Dec 11, 2025
Good option for backup
Using this drive as my backup using Apple Time Machine. Had no issues at installation and the drive is working well.
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Bob Russell
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Posted Dec 1, 2025
SanDisk SSD Perform Fantastic
Quality product. Own multiple SanDisk SSD, and all have performed fantastic.
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Gene
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Posted Nov 28, 2025
Great!!!
Nice and compact. Smooth and quick. Great portability
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Very fast
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Posted Nov 24, 2025
Back up external drive sandisk very powerful
Good back up drive sandisk powerful
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Lost Files
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Posted Jan 9, 2025
Beware: Password Retrieval Nightmare!
As someone who values data security, I initially thought the SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD would be a great choice for safeguarding my files. However, my experience has been nothing short of a nightmare.
The main issue: If you forget or lose the password to your SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD, there is absolutely NO way to retrieve it. This means your encrypted data is lo...
The main issue: If you forget or lose the password to your SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD, there is absolutely NO way to retrieve it. This means your encrypted data is lo...
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Response from Staples :
We regret to hear about your experience. At SanDisk we prioritize data security and password encryption is a critical feature to ensure your files remain safe. We recommend choosing a simple and easy to remember password to avoid such issues.If you need further assistance on this or any other SanDisk product, feel free to reach us at: https://support-en.sandisk.com/app/askweb
May 9, 2025
Kimbie
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Posted Dec 5, 2024
Works perfectly with both MacBooks
I bought my first 2TB ‘Monterey’ model in September of 2023 and it has been a reliable workhorse for more than a year. I use it with a MacBook Pro for video and photo editing and had no issues. I recently bought a second 2TB in black for personal use to store music, photos and documents and to supplement my storage in a new MacBook Air.
Both drives have worked very wel...
Both drives have worked very wel...
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Nathan963
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Posted Oct 11, 2024
failed and cannot repair
DO NOT BUY! FAILED AND CANNOT FIX.
I was using this as my backup for my computer, then one day I went to backup my computer and nothing came up. I tried it on windows, iPad and even my android phone. All nothing. I've barely used it and have always taken care of it
I was using this as my backup for my computer, then one day I went to backup my computer and nothing came up. I tried it on windows, iPad and even my android phone. All nothing. I've barely used it and have always taken care of it
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Response from Staples :
Hi, We are sorry for any inconvenience. We recommend that you please get in touch with our support team directly to elaborate on the issue along with error screenshots. You can open a support ticket at (https://support-en.sandisk.com/app/askweb).
October 29, 2024
MadDog Dad
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Posted Oct 5, 2024
Reliability Is Worrisome
Purchased a 4tb SanDisk Extreme and partitioned it into 2-2tb. Within a year, I was unable to access the Primary partition and if not for my recovery software, I would have lost my entire home video collection. The technology for SSD long-term but frequently accessed files just isn't there yet for consumers to put their trust in. Although fast and easily recognized by ...
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Response from Staples :
Hi, we can understand your concern and the importance of the data. We recommend that you please refer to Answer ID 32046 (https://support-en.sandisk.com/app/answers/detailweb/a_id/32046) for information on how to archive internal and external drives when not in use.
Also, we recommend that you please open a ticket with detailed problem and error screenshots (if any) at (https://support-en.sandisk.com/app/askweb).
October 11, 2024
JustLG!
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Posted Sep 19, 2024
Frustrated
I just purchased this and I’m so frustrated. No instructions on how to use it! I’m trying to get my photos off my iPhone 12Pro Max and I was told to just get a USB Type-C to Lighting Cable, plug & go. Well, needless to say, that’s not the case. Nothing happens and I don’t have a clue what to do!
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Response from Staples :
Hello, We are sorry for the inconvenience caused to you. Please be informed that SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD is a simple plug and play data storage device. Please note SSD requires 1.1 amps of power to get detected. If the iPhone is able to generate the required power; it will be detected. The drive if detected can be accessed through the native FILES APP.
If the issue persist then please open a support ticket at https://support-en.wd.com/app/askweb the customer support team get back to you in a earliest possible time.
September 20, 2024
Ivy24
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Posted Apr 14, 2024
Un SSD aux comportements douteux
Le disque est assez lent, comparé à mon ancien HDD. En plus de ça, il possède des comportements étranges comme le fait de ne pas déplacer un dossier entièrement. Même après correction, certains fichiers se retrouvent mal rangés à nouveau quelques jours plus tard.
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Brian
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Posted Mar 11, 2024
Wonderful storage
Great product, easy to setup and use.
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John Solak
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Posted Mar 3, 2024
San Disk 2TB SSD
This made moving my data from my old laptop to my new laptop easy - almost 2 TB of data
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Fredy
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Posted Feb 13, 2024
Super
Fonctionne très bien et facile à transporter
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rILEYROO02
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Posted Dec 17, 2023
THE BEST I HAVE HAD YET - ALL AROUND
So small - great wide opening to attach a carabiner to. I use it for backup storage for Raw Drone Imagery for survey mapping. Transfer speed is unreal!
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Rob2
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Posted Aug 9, 2023
Appears to be not compatible with M1 Macs
I bought two of these. One for an Intel Mac, and one for an M1 Mac. The one connected to the M1 Mac as a Time Machine gives me constant "Disc not ejected properly" errors. (I formatted it to Apple APFS format, as recommended by them). After maybe 4 - 5 hours on the phone with Apple and SanDisc tech support, and trying everything they suggested, SanDisc sent me a re...
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Response from Staples :
Hello,
I am Will from SanDisk® Global Support Team. All of our products are manufactured on strong hardware platform to sustain daily usage. However, we regret to learn about your experience and since you are facing issues while using this SSD, we suggest you to contact us directly so that we can investigate further to know more about the issue in order to isolate the possibilities and provide you with an appropriate resolution. SanDisk® stands behind its commitment to quality and warranty on its products. We will also check if your SSD is eligible for a possible replacement. Please contact SanDisk® Support at 1-866-SANDISK or submit a support request at https://support-en.wd.com/app/askweb and we will assist you towards the best possible resolution.
Thank you,
Will,
SanDisk® Support.
August 11, 2023
judgejon
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Posted Aug 1, 2023
nice SDD
arrived as promised to use with new computer, highly recommended
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Dave J
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Posted Jul 21, 2023
The ultimate TimeMachine Drive
Slim and FAST. It is my drive for weekly Time Machine Back-ups.
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KonaBob
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Posted Jul 19, 2023
Extreme Happiness
Great compact unit really like it on the go!! Can’t say enough about this external ssd…
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Dave F
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Posted Apr 18, 2023
SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD V2
Great back up. Compact, fast back up with plenty of storage space. It's my go to for photo back up.
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Marco
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Posted Apr 17, 2023
Portable memory that fits comfortably in your pock
Great portable memory its the 3rd one I buy. its not just affordable but it is also reliable, convenient, and very easy to use.
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