OWC 240GB Envoy Pro Elektron USB-C External SSD (Silver)

OWC Pro Elektron Overview

Store important data in a sleek, portable form with the silver 240GB Envoy Pro Elektron USB-C External SSD from OWC. Featuring a USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 interface, this 240GB drive delivers transfer speeds of up to 1011 MB/s. The Mac-bootable design enables you to boot from an OS or experiment with alternate operating systems stored on the drive. Additionally, the crushproof, aircraft-grade aluminum housing offers IP67 water- and dust-resistance, ensuring silent operation. The bus-powered Envoy Pro Elektron includes a USB-C cable and features plug-and-play compatibility with Mac, Windows, iPad, Android, and Chrome devices. Supported operating systems include macOS 10.12 to 10.15 and 11.x to 14.x, Windows 10 and 11, Windows Server 2016 and 2022, Linux, Chrome OS, iPadOS 13 and later, and Android 13.

USB 3.2 Gen 2

USB 3.2 Gen 2 doubles the speed of its predecessor, offering a maximum throughput of 10 Gb/s when used with compatible devices. It is synonymous with USB 3.1 Gen 2 and USB 3.1.

Smaller, Faster, and Lighter

From the early days of mobile computing, the goal has always been to make devices smaller, faster, lighter, and more rugged. The pocket-sized, crushproof, dustproof, and waterproof Envoy Pro Elektron fits massive personal and work files in the palm of your hand, while maximizing USB-C's bandwidth. It allows you to edit and save your work on nearly any Windows or Mac system, wherever and whenever you need.

Edit, Play, and Back Up - Twice as Fast

Edit large video files in the field, take your games and music with you, or back up important projects. The Envoy Pro Elektron allows you to do all these tasks up to twice as fast as other portable SSDs, in a rugged and compact solution that’s half the size of a smartphone.

Universally Compatible

Thanks to 10 Gb/s USB 3.2 Gen 2 technology, the Envoy Pro Elektron is plug-and-play compatible with a wide range of Mac, Windows, and tablet computers. Transfer gigabytes of data quickly to USB-C, Thunderbolt 3, and older devices. The drive also works with iPad Pro and Chromebook tablets. Additionally, OWC’s MacDrive software (sold separately) facilitates cross-platform compatibility between Macs and Windows.

Truth in Numbers

Theoretical performance numbers can be enticing, but OWC puts their storage solutions through rigorous testing. The Envoy Pro Elektron offers up to 1011 MB/s in real-world performance, showcasing OWC’s commitment to quality and reliability.

Looks Nice. Plays Rough

The Envoy Pro Elektron features a sleek, silent, cool-running, aircraft-grade aluminum housing, but it’s more than just good looks. With an IP67 rating, it’s built to withstand dirty and wet environments. Drop it on a hard surface, and its crushproof design ensures it survives without damage.

Secure It All

For those handling sensitive files or personal information, the Envoy Pro Elektron is fully compatible with macOS and Windows encryption. You can secure your data with password protection for added peace of mind.

Store from Minutes to Millions

External drive features mean nothing if you don’t know how much data you can store. For each 1TB of Envoy Pro Elektron capacity, you can store the following approximate amounts of data:

• 200,000 photos
• 250,000 standard-quality songs
• 38,000 high-quality songs
• 200 high-definition movies
• 41.6 hours of GoPro 4K footage
• 4.3 million MS Office documents
• 24+ PS4/Xbox games

Innergize Your Workflow with the Highest Performance and Reliability

OWC’s Innergize app is designed to enhance your workflow performance and reliability. It helps professional photographers, videographers, and content creators reach their highest level of efficiency.

Health: Over time, flash memory can wear out. Innergize tracks the percentage of memory life remaining, ensuring reliable performance.

Sanitize: Frequent writes, deletes, and formatting can affect memory performance. Innergize restores flash memory, optimizing performance.

Field Upgrade: New firmware can improve compatibility and performance. Innergize allows for quick, in-field firmware updates, ensuring maximum reliability.

Innergize is free to use with the Envoy Pro Elektron, available for download on both Windows and Mac.

Ready to Go, Right Out of the Box

OWC products are known for their ease of use and reliability. The Envoy Pro Elektron comes formatted with the APFS macOS and iPadOS file system, making it ready to use right away on your Mac or iPad—no reformatting required.

macOS Compatibility

macOS 10.12 Sierra
macOS 10.13 High Sierra
macOS 10.14 Mojave
macOS 10.15 Catalina
macOS 11.x Big Sur
macOS 12.x Monterey
macOS 13.x Ventura
macOS 14.x Sonoma

Windows Compatibility

Windows 10 (64-Bit)
Windows Server 2016
Windows Server 2022
Windows 11

Other OS Compatibility

Chrome OS
Linux