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Rectangular aluminium enclosure with silicone edges and USB-C port

Glyph

Glyph Blackbox PRO 22TB 7200rpm USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 External Hard Drive

SKU CH-75SC-X9V29

22 TB desktop drive with a 7 200 rpm enterprise disk and USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 reaching 260 MB/s, formatted for Mac and Windows-ready

  • 22 TB capacity stores massive project archives
  • 260 MB/s read and write speeds accelerate demanding workflows
  • 7200 rpm enterprise-class drive delivers reliable performance for critical data
  • USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 interface enables fast transfers across compatible systems
  • Aluminium enclosure acts as a heatsink to maintain optimal temperatures

22TB desktop external drive

The Glyph Blackbox PRO is a 22TB desktop external hard drive built around a 7200rpm enterprise-class mechanism. It targets creative professionals and archivists who need high-capacity local storage for video, photo and project libraries. The aluminium and silicone enclosure doubles as a heatsink to maintain performance under sustained loads. It connects through a 10Gb USB 3.2 Type-C port compatible with USB 3.1 and 3.0 hosts.

Plug-and-play setup

The drive ships pre-formatted for macOS so Mac users can start copying files immediately. Windows users must reformat the volume before first use, a standard step that takes seconds in Disk Management. All required cables are included in the box. The only common friction point is forgetting to reformat on Windows, which leaves the drive unreadable until the partition is recreated.

Pre-purchase checklist

Verify that your computer offers a USB-C or USB-A port able to supply enough bus power for a desktop-class 3.5in mechanism; some ultra-portable laptops may need a powered hub. Confirm the operating system can address a 22TB volume — modern macOS and Windows 10 or later handle it natively. Ensure you have physical desk space for the aluminium enclosure and its cable run.

Highlights

  • 22 TB capacity stores massive project archives
  • 260 MB/s read and write speeds accelerate demanding workflows
  • 7200 rpm enterprise-class drive delivers reliable performance for critical data
  • USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 interface enables fast transfers across compatible systems
  • Aluminium enclosure acts as a heatsink to maintain optimal temperatures

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

How can I verify the drive is delivering the rated 260 MB/s after connecting it?

Run a sequential read/write benchmark such as Blackmagic Disk Speed Test or CrystalDiskMark; sustained results near 260 MB/s confirm the USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 link and 7200 rpm mechanism are performing as specified.

What cables are included and is a power adapter required?

The box contains the USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 cable and a matching power supply; no separate purchase is needed for basic operation.

Should I choose this 22 TB model or a smaller capacity for video editing?

Select the 22 TB unit when your active footage, render caches and project archives approach or exceed the capacity of smaller drives; the single 7200 rpm enterprise-class mechanism keeps latency consistent across the full volume.

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