Asus ROG Strix Arion S500 500GB External SSD with USB-C, Portable, Hardware Encryption, for console gaming, Black
Key Specifications
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| Device type | SSD |
| Hard drive | |
| RAID support | ![]() |
| Ports & interfaces | |
| Maximum data transfer rate | 10000 Mbit/s |
| Ethernet LAN | ![]() |
| Data transfer rate | 10 Gbit/s |
| USB connector type | USB-C |
| DC-in jack | ![]() |
| Wi-Fi | ![]() |
| Card reader integrated | ![]() |
| USB version | 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) |
| USB connectivity | ![]() |
| USB ports quantity | 1 |
| Thunderbolt technology | ![]() |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity | 1 |
| USB connector | USB Type-C |
| Weight & dimensions | |
| Weight | 107 g |
| Height | 10.8 mm |
| Width | 47.8 mm |
| Depth | 124.6 mm |
| Energy management | |
| External power adapter | ![]() |
| Operating voltage | 5 V |
| Current | 1.6 A |
| Operational conditions | |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 15 - 90% |
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -20 - 60 °C |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 0 - 40 °C |
| Storage relative humidity (H-H) | 10 - 90% |
| Operating shock | 1500 G |
| Operating vibration | 20 G |
| Storage | |
| Total storage capacity | 500 GB |
| Number of storage drives supported | 1 |
| Storage media | SSD |
| Storage drives installed | ![]() |
| Total installed storage capacity | 500 GB |
| Number of storage drives installed | 1 |
| Installed storage drive type | SSD |
| Supported storage drive types | SSD |
| Packaging data | |
| Package type | Box |
| User guide | ![]() |
| Security | |
| Security algorithms | 256-bit AES |
| Write protection switch | ![]() |
| PIN-secured access | ![]() |
| Hardware encryption | ![]() |
| Password protection | ![]() |
| Time-out function | ![]() |
| Packaging content | |
| AC adapter included | ![]() |
| Manual | ![]() |
| Quick start guide | ![]() |
| Detachable protection cover | ![]() |
| Other features | |
| Internal | ![]() |
| Mac compatibility | ![]() |
| Touchscreen | ![]() |
| Built-in display | ![]() |
| Warranty period | 3 year(s) |
| Design | |
| Form factor | Portable |
| Material | Aluminium |
| Cable lock slot | ![]() |
| Cooling | ![]() |
| Performance | |
| Compatible operating systems | Windows, Mac OS, Chrome OS |
| SSD interface | NVMe |
| Capacity | 500 GB |
| Features | |
| Mean time between failures (MTBF) | 2000000 h |
| Plug and Play | ![]() |
| Product colour | Black |
| Country of origin | China |
| Housing material | Aluminium |
| S.M.A.R.T. support | ![]() |
| Windows operating systems supported | Windows 10, Windows 7, Windows 8.1 |
| Mac operating systems supported | Mac OS X 10.15 Catalina, Mac OS X 10.15.3 Catalina, Mac OS X 11.0 Big Sur |
| TRIM support | ![]() |
| Mobile operating systems supported | Android |
| Built-in USB hub | ![]() |
| Logistics data | |
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 84717070 |
| Solid state drive | |
| Drive capacity | 500 GB |
| Memory type | SLC |
| Read speed | 1050 MB/s |
| Write speed | 1050 MB/s |
| NVMe | ![]() |
| EAN | 4711081232766 |
| Warranty | 2 years |
The ASUS ROG Strix Arion S500 is a portable 500 GB external NVMe SSD designed for high-speed data transfer across multiple platforms. Utilizing a USB 3.2 Gen 2 interface, the drive achieves sequential read and write speeds of up to 1050 MB/s. This performance level allows for the efficient handling of large 4K video files, high-resolution photo libraries, or entire game collections. The internal SLC memory and NVMe technology ensure consistent data throughput during sustained workloads on compatible PC, Mac, and Chrome OS devices.
The device features a black aluminum alloy housing that serves as both a protective shell and a passive heat sink for thermal management. At 107 grams and 124.57 mm in height, the drive is sized for mobility and can be used with mobile devices supporting Android OTG. Connectivity is handled through a single USB-C port, and the unit operates entirely via bus power at 1.6A. Integrated Aura Sync lighting allows for visual synchronization with other hardware, while 256-bit AES hardware encryption and password protection secure sensitive information.
Key Features:- External NVMe SSD with 500 GB storage capacity
- Transfer speeds of up to 1050 MB/s for read and write operations
- USB 3.2 Gen 2 interface with a USB-C connector
- Aluminum alloy housing for physical durability and heat dissipation
- Hardware-based 256-bit AES encryption for secure data storage
- Compatibility with Windows, macOS, Chrome OS, and Android OTG devices
- Support for PlayStation and Xbox gaming consoles
- Integrated ASUS Aura Sync lighting for aesthetic coordination
- Bus-powered design requiring no external power source
- Included ROG SSD Dashboard and NTI Backup Now EZ software
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