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product_id: 2192765
title: "G-Technology G-DRIVE Professional External Hard Drive 2TB (Gen5, USB 3.0/FireWire 800) (0G02529)"
brand: "g-technology"
price: "€ 46.90"
currency: EUR
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reviews_count: 11
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# USB 3.0 blazing fast transfer 2TB high-capacity storage Fan-less near-silent cooling G-Technology G-DRIVE Professional External Hard Drive 2TB (Gen5, USB 3.0/FireWire 800) (0G02529)

**Brand:** g-technology
**Price:** € 46.90
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 💼 Elevate your storage game with speed and silence—because your data deserves the best.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** G-Technology G-DRIVE Professional External Hard Drive 2TB (Gen5, USB 3.0/FireWire 800) (0G02529) by g-technology
- **How much does it cost?** € 46.90 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nl](https://www.desertcart.nl/products/2192765-g-technology-g-drive-professional-external-hard-drive-2tb-gen5)

## Best For

- g-technology enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted g-technology brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Massive 2TB Storage:** Store up to 150 hours of HD video or 500,000 MP3s—never run out of space for your creative projects.
- • **Blazing USB 3.0 Speeds:** Experience lightning-fast data transfers that keep your workflow smooth and efficient.
- • **Whisper-Quiet Operation:** Fan-less design ensures near-silent performance, perfect for focused work environments.
- • **Robust Aluminum Enclosure:** Durable, heat-sink aluminum body keeps your drive cool and reliable during intense editing sessions.
- • **Seamless Mac & Windows Compatibility:** Plug-and-play with Mac OS X Time Machine and Windows for effortless backups and file access.

## Overview

The G-Technology G-DRIVE Professional 2TB external hard drive combines high-capacity storage with USB 3.0 and FireWire 800 interfaces for ultra-fast data transfer. Its fan-less aluminum enclosure ensures quiet, cool operation, making it ideal for professional audio/video editing and reliable backups on both Mac and Windows systems.

## Description

The G-Technology G-DRIVE Professional External Hard Drive 2TB (Gen5, USB 3.0/FireWire 800) (0G02529) is engineered to deliver reliable, OE-level performance and long-lasting durability. As part of Astemo’s premium automotive product lineup, this component is designed to meet or exceed original equipment standards for fit, function, and dependability. CAN STORE UP TO: Can store up to 150 hours of DV digital video, 425 4.7GB DVD video discs, or 500,000 MP3 files. USB 3 0 OR: USB 3.0, or FireWire-800 (or 400 via cable). FAN LESS COOLING SYSTEM: Fan-less cooling system for near-silent operation. CONNECTS TO FIREWIRE 400: Connects to FireWire-400 systems using included adapter cable. COMPATIBLE WITH MAC AND: Compatible with Mac and Windows systems / Compatible with OS X Time Machine. Manufactured using high-quality materials and precision engineering, it helps restore proper vehicle operation while providing consistent performance in demanding driving conditions. This application-specific component is designed for straightforward installation and dependable service life. Please verify vehicle compatibility using desertcart’s fitment tool before purchase.

Review: Great Hard Drive! This is my 4th G-Drive and have not had a problem with one yet. - After reading the reports of the mounting problems with this drive I called G-Tech support before getting started with my new drive. The support was great! The support guy I deal with stayed on the phone while I confirmed that my drive wasn't one of the drives that has issues. So here's the scoop. When you first use the drive mount it and eject it with both Firewire and USB 3.0. If the drive mounts and ejects with both connections you are good to go. If not call G-Tech support for an update. The affected drives were limited to a batch that sold mostly in the fall of 2012. While I guess their is a chance you may still get one of those drives I would assume your chances are fairly slim. On a side note. The only issues I have ever had with a G-Drive was while doing a Time Machine backup with Mountain Lion (10.8.4). The problem was with OSX corrupting the G-Drive directory after the Time Machine backup, not a G-Tech issue.
Review: Excellent Hard Drive from G-Technology. Don't pay too much attention to the bad reviews ;) - This is my second G-Drive and I don't know why there are so many bad reviews. I think all the happy customers are too busy doing productive professional photography, video, music, etc. work on their G-Drives and the only customers who have problems are writing all the reviews. I use this with the FireWire 800 cable with my late 2011 MacBook Pro. This is my main back up drive used with Time Machine. A must have for Macs without USB 3.0. Thunderbolt is great too, but the compatible external hard drives are too expensive. I also daisy-chain (plug one into another) this G-Drive with my G-Drive Mini since I only have one FW800 input on my MacBook Pro. Time Machine seamlessly and automatically backs up 3 of my hard drives on to this G-Drive. This G-Drive would also be great for external editing for video, music, photography, design, etc. This G-Drive costs a little more than regular hard drives, but the quality is excellent, it looks very professional, and it comes with both FireWire and USB 3.0 cables. And it's very fast. Always have a back up hard drive, and have more than one back up if your work is important. All hard drives fail eventually.

## Features

- Can store up to 150 hours of DV digital video, 425 4.7GB DVD video discs, or 500,000 MP3 files
- USB 3.0, or FireWire-800 (or 400 via cable)
- Fan-less cooling system for near-silent operation
- Connects to FireWire-400 systems using included adapter cable
- Compatible with Mac and Windows systems / Compatible with OS X Time Machine

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B009DYCU6Q |
| Additional Features | Portable |
| Best Sellers Rank | #501 in External Hard Drives |
| Brand | G-Technology |
| Built-In Media | USB 3.0 cable |
| Cache Memory Installed Size | 2 |
| Color | Silver |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop |
| Connectivity Technology | Firewire, USB |
| Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging |
| Customer Reviews | 4.2 out of 5 stars 279 Reviews |
| Data Transfer Rate | 5000 megabits_per_second |
| Digital Storage Capacity | 2 TB |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00041114087075 |
| Hard Disk Description | External |
| Hard Disk Form Factor | 3.5 inches |
| Hard Disk Interface | USB 3.0 |
| Hard Disk Rotational Speed | 7200 rpm |
| Hard-Drive Size | 2 TB |
| Hardware Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
| Hardware Platform | Mac |
| Installation Type | Plug In |
| Item Weight | 3 pounds |
| Manufacturer | Astemo |
| Media Speed | 625 MB/s |
| Mfr Part Number | 0G02529 |
| Model Name | G-DRIVE |
| Model Number | 0G02529 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Special Feature | Portable |
| Specific Uses For Product | Personal |
| UPC | 705487191066 041114087075 |
| Warranty Description | 3 year limited warranty |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** G-Technology
- **Color:** Silver
- **Compatible Devices:** Desktop
- **Connectivity Technology:** Firewire, USB
- **Digital Storage Capacity:** 2 TB
- **Hard Disk Description:** External
- **Hard Disk Form Factor:** 3.5 Inches
- **Hard Disk Interface:** USB 3.0
- **Installation Type:** Plug In
- **Special Feature:** Portable

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Which company makes the actual disk? Is it Toshiba, Hitachi, or someone else?**
A: I'll answer with a copy paste "...HGST (formerly known as Hitachi Global Storage Technologies or Hitachi GST), a Western Digital company (NASDAQ: WDC), develops advanced hard disk drives, enterprise-class solid state drives, innovative external storage solutions and services used to store, preserve and manage the world's most valued data. Founded by the pioneers of hard drives, HGST provides high-value storage for a broad range of market segments, including Enterprise, Desktop, Mobile Computing, Consumer Electronics and Personal Storage. HGST was established in 2003 and maintains its U.S. headquarters in San Jose, California. For more information, please visit the company's website at http://www.hgst.com. - See more at: http://www.hgst.com/press-room/press-releases/hgst-gives-consumers-industrys-first-1tb-7200-rpm-25-inch-mobile#sthash.Imd0Ql6K.dpuf..." I hope that's what you where asking for!

**Q: Does include the firewire cable?**
A: Yes Firewire and USB 3

**Q: It is USB powered?**
A: This drive does have a USB 3.0 connection, but it cannot be powered from that connection. It has a power cable that you will need to plug into 120 volt "Edison" power source.

**Q: Does this reformat easily?  I have an older iPod that I formatted Windows (NTFS) and it didn't want to reformat for use in an Apple ecosystem later...**
A: Yes, I reformatted mine to ExFAT immediately after I got it.  Been working fine as a media drive I switch between Windows and OSX with no issues at all.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Hard Drive! This is my 4th G-Drive and have not had a problem with one yet.
*by H***R on August 2, 2013*

After reading the reports of the mounting problems with this drive I called G-Tech support before getting started with my new drive. The support was great! The support guy I deal with stayed on the phone while I confirmed that my drive wasn't one of the drives that has issues. So here's the scoop. When you first use the drive mount it and eject it with both Firewire and USB 3.0. If the drive mounts and ejects with both connections you are good to go. If not call G-Tech support for an update. The affected drives were limited to a batch that sold mostly in the fall of 2012. While I guess their is a chance you may still get one of those drives I would assume your chances are fairly slim. On a side note. The only issues I have ever had with a G-Drive was while doing a Time Machine backup with Mountain Lion (10.8.4). The problem was with OSX corrupting the G-Drive directory after the Time Machine backup, not a G-Tech issue.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent Hard Drive from G-Technology. Don't pay too much attention to the bad reviews ;)
*by E***T on September 12, 2014*

This is my second G-Drive and I don't know why there are so many bad reviews. I think all the happy customers are too busy doing productive professional photography, video, music, etc. work on their G-Drives and the only customers who have problems are writing all the reviews. I use this with the FireWire 800 cable with my late 2011 MacBook Pro. This is my main back up drive used with Time Machine. A must have for Macs without USB 3.0. Thunderbolt is great too, but the compatible external hard drives are too expensive. I also daisy-chain (plug one into another) this G-Drive with my G-Drive Mini since I only have one FW800 input on my MacBook Pro. Time Machine seamlessly and automatically backs up 3 of my hard drives on to this G-Drive. This G-Drive would also be great for external editing for video, music, photography, design, etc. This G-Drive costs a little more than regular hard drives, but the quality is excellent, it looks very professional, and it comes with both FireWire and USB 3.0 cables. And it's very fast. Always have a back up hard drive, and have more than one back up if your work is important. All hard drives fail eventually.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good drive for desktop backup
*by L***L on January 19, 2015*

The drive arrived in good shape. Well packed and all cords needed to connect the drive were included. The drive is quiet and backing up to it is fast and painless. I recently had a drive failure on my iMac and I was depending on the Time machine backup to allow a full restore. Apparently, the failure in the drive was bad enough that it corrupted the files on my time machine backup. After 12 hours of trying to mount the time machine backup I decided I needed a more reliable solution to the issue. I chose this product to serve as that solution. I recommend this device for anyone who needs a reliable backup drive.

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*Last updated: 2026-09-23*