Kingston
Kingston 2TB XS1000 Portable NVMe SSD External Drive
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Introducing the Kingston 2TB XS1000 Portable Solid State Drive—a compact, high-performance external SSD designed for fast data transfers and effortless portability. This 2TB drive packs a solid NVMe-based SSD inside a durable enclosure, making it an ideal companion for creators, professionals, and everyday users who need reliable storage on the go.
With USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 connectivity, the XS1000 delivers efficient, high-speed transfers to match demanding workflows. Its bus-powered design means you can power it directly from a USB port, with no external power adapter required. The USB-C interface supports modern laptops and desktops, while compatibility with USB-A cables (via adapters or appropriate cables) provides broad compatibility across devices.
Designed for practical, everyday use, the XS1000 combines performance with a portable form factor that slips easily into a bag or backpack. It’s a reliable choice for backing up projects, transferring large media files, or expanding storage for laptops and desktops.
Key Features
- Capacity: 2TB of portable storage for large media libraries and project files
- Interface: USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 (20Gbps) for fast data transfers
- Drive Type: NVMe solid-state drive inside a compact, portable enclosure
- Performance (approx.): Up to ~1000 MB/s sequential read; write speeds vary by host and file type
- Connectivity: USB-C interface with broad compatibility to USB-C and USB-A hosts via appropriate cables
- Power: Bus-powered—no external power source required
- Compatibility: Works with Windows, macOS, and Linux systems via standard USB ports
Specifications
- Capacity: 2TB
- Interface: USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 (20Gbps)
- Internal drive: NVMe-based SSD
- Max sequential speeds: Up to ~1000 MB/s (read); write speeds depend on host and file type
- Form factor: Portable external SSD
- Power: Bus-powered
- Compatibility: Windows, macOS, Linux via USB
| Wi-Fi | N |
|---|---|
| Thunderbolt technology | N |
| USB version | 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) |
| USB connector | USB Type-C |
| SSD capacity | 2000 |
| Height | 13.5 |
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -20 - 85 |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 0 - 40 |
| Linux operating systems supported | Y |
| Housing material | Metal,Plastic |
| Interface | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) |
| Write speed | 1000 |
| Read speed | 1050 |
| Cables included | USB Type-C to USB Type-A |
| Mac operating systems supported | Mac OS X 10.15 Catalina,Mac OS X 10.15.3 Catalina,Mac OS X 11.0 Big Sur,Mac OS X 12.0 Monterey,Mac OS X 13.0 Ventura |
| Product colour | Black |
| Master (outer) case width | 129.7 |
| Master (outer) case length | 222.3 |
| Master (outer) case height | 184.2 |
| Master (outer) case gross weight | 1121.03 |
| Package width | 82.6 |
| Package depth | 24.1 |
| Package height | 123.2 |
| Country of origin | China,Taiwan |
| Width | 32.58 |
| Depth | 69.54 |
| Weight | 44.8 |
| Package weight | 63.3 |
| Products per master (outer) case | 15 |
Product Specification Sheet
| Product Spec Sheet | Not available for this product |
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