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This Q-Connect High Performance 128GB flash drive is designed for users needing to quickly exchange, edit, and safely transport data. Its key benefit is high-speed data transfer and secure storage in a durable, portable form factor. A potential consideration is its reliance on USB 2.0 for broader compatibility, which may limit speeds on older systems. This drive offers a generous 128GB capacity, ideal for archiving large files or system backups, featuring read speeds up to 220 MB/s and write speeds up to 140 MB/s, all housed in a robust aluminum casing.
| Series | High Performance |
|---|---|
| Brand | Q-Connect |
The drive offers read speeds up to 220 MB/s and write speeds up to 140 MB/s. However, actual speeds may vary depending on the USB port version (USB 2.0 limits), the host computer's performance, and the type of files being transferred.
While the drive is designed for USB 2.0, it may technically be recognized by USB 1.1 ports. However, the performance will be extremely slow, making it impractical for most uses.
On Windows, click the 'Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media' icon in the system tray and select the flash drive. On macOS, drag the drive's icon from the desktop to the Trash, or click the eject symbol next to its name in the Finder sidebar.
Yes, this flash drive is compatible with both Windows and macOS operating systems due to its standard USB interface and FAT32 or exFAT formatting (depending on initial setup).
Yes, you can format the drive to file systems like NTFS (for Windows), HFS+ or APFS (for macOS), or exFAT (for cross-platform compatibility) using your operating system's disk management tools. Be aware that formatting erases all data.
The aluminum housing provides durability and protection, but the drive itself is not rated as waterproof. It should be kept away from moisture and liquids.
Ensure the drive is fully inserted into the USB port. Try a different USB port, preferably one directly on the computer (not a hub). Restart your computer. Check Device Manager (Windows) or System Information (macOS) for errors.
Verify that the drive is not full. Check if the file size exceeds the remaining capacity. Ensure you have write permissions for the destination folder. Try formatting the drive (note: this erases all data).
Confirm you are using a USB 2.0 port. If connected to a USB 3.0 or higher port, ensure the computer's drivers are up-to-date. Close other applications that might be consuming system resources.
Safely eject the drive after each use. Avoid removing the drive during active read/write operations. Consider running a disk check utility on the drive.
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Compatibility:
This flash drive is compatible with devices supporting the USB 2.0 standard. While it can physically connect to USB 3.0 or higher ports, its maximum data transfer speeds will be limited by the USB 2.0 interface. It functions with most modern operating systems, including Windows 11/10/8/7, macOS X, and various Linux distributions.
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