The Glyph Blackbox Plus U.2 15.36TB external SSD represents a significant advancement in portable storage technology, offering enterprise-class performance in a compact, rugged form factor.
This professional-grade storage solution utilizes U.2 NVMe SSD technology—typically found in data centers and server environments—to deliver exceptional speed and reliability for the most demanding creative workflows.
With a massive 15.36TB capacity, this drive provides ample space for large media libraries, 4K/8K video projects, complex audio productions, and other data-intensive applications that require both substantial storage and consistent high-speed performance.
Professional-Grade Performance
The Blackbox Plus U.2 delivers sustained read and write speeds of up to 1,050 MB/s, ensuring smooth handling of resource-intensive tasks like multi-stream video editing, color grading, and real-time effects processing.
Unlike consumer-grade SSDs that may throttle under extended workloads, this enterprise-class drive maintains consistent performance during prolonged use, making it ideal for mission-critical projects where reliability is paramount.
The drive's exceptional endurance rating means it can withstand the heavy write cycles typical of professional media production without premature wear or performance degradation.
Thermal Management
Heat management is crucial for maintaining optimal SSD performance, and the Blackbox Plus excels in this area with its thoughtfully engineered cooling solution.
The rugged aluminum shell serves as an effective passive heatsink, efficiently dissipating heat generated during intensive operations without requiring noisy fans.
This fanless design ensures the drive remains cool even during extended high-throughput sessions, preventing thermal throttling that could otherwise compromise performance.
Connectivity and Compatibility
Equipped with a USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 interface, the Blackbox Plus U.2 offers versatile connectivity options for modern workstations.
The drive is fully compatible with Thunderbolt 3 ports, delivering maximum performance when connected to compatible systems.
Backward compatibility with USB 3.0 ensures the drive can be used with a wide range of computers, though transfer speeds will be limited by the host connection.
Both USB-C to USB-C and USB-C to USB-A cables are included, eliminating the need for additional adapters in most setups.
Durability and Reliability
Built for professional environments where equipment reliability is non-negotiable, the Blackbox Plus features a robust construction designed to withstand the rigors of production use.
The drive's solid aluminum enclosure provides excellent protection against bumps and minor impacts that might occur in busy studio settings or on location shoots.
Glyph's comprehensive 3-2-1 warranty further underscores the drive's reliability, offering three years of hardware coverage, two years of Level-1 data recovery services, and one year of advanced replacement.
Ideal Use Cases
Film and video professionals will appreciate the drive's capacity and speed for storing and editing large 4K/8K projects, with enough headroom for multiple versions and renders.
Photographers managing extensive RAW image libraries can benefit from the combination of substantial storage space and quick file access times.
Audio engineers working with multi-track recordings and virtual instruments will find the drive's performance ideal for sessions requiring numerous simultaneous audio streams.
Digital artists and 3D modelers can use the drive as a reliable workspace for large project files with complex textures and assets.
