The Glyph SecureDrive+ 8TB USB 3.2 Gen 1 Bluetooth Encrypted Portable SSD is a bus-powered solid state drive that encrypts everything it stores in hardware and unlocks from a paired iPhone or Android phone instead of a keypad or desktop software.
The SDPLSSD8000BT connects through a USB-MicroB port on USB 3.2 Gen 1 and ships with USB-C and USB-A cables, so it works with current laptops and older hosts without drivers. Glyph rates the SSD models at up to 360 MB/s, enough to offload camera cards and keep working footage on a protected drive.
It ships formatted ExFAT for Mac and Windows use. Because the drive needs no software on the computer, it suits editors, field crews, and corporate teams that move sensitive footage, audio sessions, and client files between machines.
Glyph SecureDrive+ Bluetooth SSD Features
- XTS-AES 256-bit hardware encryption. The SDPLSSD8000BT encrypts the whole disk in hardware, and Glyph states the encryption is FIPS 140-2 Level 3 validated. Data is protected the moment the drive is locked, with no encryption software to install or keep updated on the host computer.
- Bluetooth unlock from your phone. A companion app for iOS and Android unlocks the drive with a single press on a paired phone. FaceID, TouchID, and Android biometrics are supported, so you can skip typing a PIN each time you plug in on a shoot or in the office.
- Brute-force defense after 10 wrong PINs. After 10 consecutive incorrect PIN attempts, the drive erases its data. That protects a lost or stolen unit, though it also means a forgotten PIN on a drive with no backup can cost you the contents, so keep a second copy.
- Up to 360 MB/s SSD speed. Glyph lists up to 360 MB/s for its SSD models over USB 3.2 Gen 1. That is fast for copying camera originals or audio sessions, but it is a SATA-class figure well below the speeds of NVMe portable drives.
- 8TB of solid state storage. This is the largest capacity in the SecureDrive+ Bluetooth line. With no spinning platters, it handles travel and field handling better than a hard disk, and it holds many hours of compressed camera footage on one encrypted volume.
- Bus-powered USB-MicroB connection. The drive takes power from the host through its USB-MicroB port, so no power adapter is needed. Glyph lists compatibility with USB 3.0, USB 2.0, USB-C, and Thunderbolt 3 ports, and the box includes both a USB-C and a USB-A cable.
- Auto-lock, read-only mode, and step-away lock. You can set the drive to lock after 1 to 60 minutes of inactivity, lock when your phone moves away, or mount as read-only to protect originals while a client or colleague reviews files.
- Tamper protection and BadUSB immunity. Glyph coats the internal components in epoxy to resist physical tampering, and the firmware cannot be updated, which Glyph says makes the drive immune to BadUSB attacks. Rugged carry case and removable sleeve add physical protection.
Where the SDPLSSD8000BT Fits
Film and video production: Carry camera originals and dailies between set, edit suite, and client in a drive that stays locked if it is lost in transit.
Corporate and legal teams: Move confidential files between offices and travel with a drive that unlocks only from an authorized, paired phone.
Audio and broadcast facilities: Archive session recordings and show assets on 8TB of encrypted solid state storage that mounts on Mac, Windows, and Linux hosts.
Houses of worship and event crews: Hand off recorded services and event footage without exposing the files to anyone who picks up the drive.
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Glyph SecureDrive+ 8TB Bluetooth SSD Specifications
- Model: SDPLSSD8000BT
- Type: Portable encrypted solid state drive with Bluetooth unlock
- Capacity: 8TB SSD
- Encryption: XTS-AES 256-bit full-disk hardware encryption, FIPS 140-2 Level 3 validated
- Unlock: Bluetooth with the Glyph app for iOS and Android, with FaceID, TouchID, or Android biometrics
- Brute-force defense: Data erased after 10 consecutive incorrect PIN attempts
- Interface: USB 3.2 Gen 1 through a USB-MicroB port, compatible with USB 3.0, USB 2.0, USB-C, and Thunderbolt 3
- Speed: Up to 360 MB/s (SSD models)
- Power: Bus-powered
- Format: ExFAT out of the box, can be reformatted for Mac or Windows
- Security features: Read-only mode, auto-lock from 1 to 60 minutes, step-away auto-lock, epoxy tamper protection, no firmware updates (BadUSB immune)
- Host compatibility: macOS, Windows, Linux, Chrome, thin clients, embedded systems, VMware, and Citrix, with no drivers required
- Optional: Remote Management web subscription, sold separately
- UPC: 691450004191
- Weight: 1.8 lb (816 g)
What's in the Box
- 1 x Glyph SecureDrive+ 8TB Bluetooth Encrypted SSD
- 1 x USB-MicroB to USB-C cable
- 1 x USB-MicroB to USB-A cable
- 1 x Rugged carry case
- 1 x Rugged removable sleeve
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How to Control the SDPLSSD8000BT
- Glyph mobile app: Pair the drive with an iOS or Android phone over Bluetooth, then unlock it with a single press or with FaceID, TouchID, or Android biometrics.
- Lock settings: Set read-only mode, auto-lock after 1 to 60 minutes of inactivity, and step-away auto-lock from the app.
- Remote Management: An optional web-based subscription, sold separately, covers user management, geo and time fencing, and remote password reset.
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Need the SDPLSSD8000BT guide emailed to you? Call 833-WOLFPACK (833-965-3722).
Why not buy this Glyph SecureDrive+ 8TB Bluetooth SSD today?
Does the Glyph SDPLSSD8000BT need software on my computer?
No. The drive needs no drivers or software on the host. Encryption happens in the drive, and you unlock it from the Glyph app on your phone.
What encryption does the SDPLSSD8000BT use?
It uses XTS-AES 256-bit full-disk hardware encryption, which Glyph states is FIPS 140-2 Level 3 validated.
What happens after too many wrong PIN attempts?
Yes, the drive protects itself. After 10 consecutive incorrect PIN attempts it erases its data, so keep a backup copy of anything important.
How fast is the SDPLSSD8000BT?
Glyph lists up to 360 MB/s for its SSD models over USB 3.2 Gen 1. Real speeds depend on the host port, cable, and file sizes.
Does it need external power?
No. The drive is bus-powered and draws power from the USB port of the host computer.
Which computers and operating systems does it work with?
Yes, it works with macOS, Windows, Linux, Chrome, thin clients, embedded systems, VMware, and Citrix. It ships formatted ExFAT and can be reformatted for Mac or Windows.
Can I use it without a phone?
No. This Bluetooth model unlocks from the Glyph app on an iOS or Android phone. Glyph sells a separate SecureDrive+ model with a keypad.
What cables and accessories come with the SDPLSSD8000BT?
Yes, cables are included. The box has a USB-MicroB to USB-C cable, a USB-MicroB to USB-A cable, a rugged carry case, and a rugged removable sleeve.
How is the 8TB SSD different from the other SecureDrive+ Bluetooth drives?
The 8TB SSD, SDPLSSD8000BT, is the largest capacity in the line. Glyph also makes SSD versions at 1TB, 2TB, and 4TB, and hard drive versions at 1TB to 5TB.
What warranty covers the SDPLSSD8000BT?
Glyph provides a 3-year hardware warranty with 1-year advance replacement. For help with this drive, call 833-WOLFPACK (833-965-3722).
Why not buy this Glyph SecureDrive+ 8TB Bluetooth SSD today?
HDTV Supply supplies encrypted portable storage for film and video production, broadcast and audio facilities, corporate and legal teams, houses of worship, and event crews.
The SDPLSSD8000BT uses USB 3.2 Gen 1 with USB-C and USB-A cables, works with USB 3.0, USB 2.0, and Thunderbolt 3 ports, and is formatted ExFAT for macOS and Windows.
Why not buy this Glyph SecureDrive+ 8TB Bluetooth SSD today?
This Glyph SecureDrive+ 8TB Bluetooth SSD includes a 3-year manufacturer warranty. Questions? Call 833-WOLFPACK (833-965-3722).
