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Black rectangular USB 3.0 flash drive with capless design and lanyard slot

SanDisk

SanDisk CZ410 256GB USB 3.0 Flash Drive 100MB/s

SKU CH-ARW1-DF5H5 MPN CZ410

A 256 GB USB 3.0 flash drive with up to 100 MB/s read speed, AES 128-bit encryption and a cap-less design with lanyard slot

  • Total capacity256 GB

Capacity 256GB

  • Fast file transfers with up to 100MB/s USB 3.0 read speed
  • AES128-bit encryption via SanDisk SecureAccess protects sensitive files
  • 256GB capacity stores large media libraries and documents
  • Cap-less design with lanyard slot prevents lost caps and eases carrying
  • Compact 4.15 x 1.76 x 0.74 cm form factor fits any pocket

Capacity and interface

The SanDisk CZ410 is a 256GB USB flash drive with a USB 3.0 interface that is backward compatible with USB 2.0. It delivers read speeds of up to 100MB/s for quick file transfers. The drive includes AES128-bit encryption via SanDisk SecureAccess software for data security. Its cap-less design with a lanyard slot makes it easy to carry.

Who should buy this

This drive suits users who need portable, encrypted storage for documents, photos and videos. The 256GB capacity provides ample space for large media libraries. Buyers who require write speeds higher than the unspecified rate or hardware encryption beyond AES128-bit should consider other options. Those needing ruggedised water or shock resistance will not find it here.

Deciding specification

The maximum read speed of 100MB/s over USB 3.0 is the key figure that determines if this drive matches your workflow. If your daily transfers demand sustained throughput above this level, the CZ410 will be a bottleneck. For typical document and media storage the speed is sufficient. Verify that your host device has a USB 3.0 port to achieve the rated performance.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in USB Thumb Drives, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $41.99
Pricier than about 60% of the 1,099 comparable items (median $31.99).
Total capacity 256 GB
Higher than about 80% of the 746 comparable items (median 64 GB).
Price per TB $164.02 per TB
Cheaper than about 72% of the 600 comparable items (median $226.48 per TB).

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Specifications

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Total capacity256 GB

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Questions about this item

How long will the 256GB NAND memory last before it wears out?

The drive uses standard NAND flash rated for thousands of program/erase cycles; typical workloads give many years of service before any cell degradation appears.

What limits sustained transfer speed during a long copy job?

The USB 3.0 interface caps read throughput at 100MB/s, so that ceiling is reached before thermal throttling becomes a factor.

Does the drive get hot or draw extra power when left plugged in all day?

Operating temperature is rated 0-45°C and the USB 3.0 port supplies only the standard bus power, so heat and draw stay minimal during continuous use.

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