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product_id: 48092659
title: "Transcend 256GB JDL330 JetDrive Lite 330 Expansion Card for MacBook Pro 2021 up to 95/75 MB/s TS256GBJDL330"
brand: "transcend"
price: "28087 som"
currency: KGS
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reviews_count: 12
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# 95 MB/s read speed 256GB storage capacity USB 3.0 interface Transcend 256GB JDL330 JetDrive Lite 330 Expansion Card for MacBook Pro 2021 up to 95/75 MB/s TS256GBJDL330

**Brand:** transcend
**Price:** 28087 som
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚀 Upgrade your MacBook’s storage game — fast, sleek, and always ready to perform!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Transcend 256GB JDL330 JetDrive Lite 330 Expansion Card for MacBook Pro 2021 up to 95/75 MB/s TS256GBJDL330 by transcend
- **How much does it cost?** 28087 som with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- transcend enthusiasts

## Why This Product

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

## Key Features

- • **Sleek, Flush Design:** Ultra-thin and lightweight, it fits flush with your MacBook for a minimalist, no-fuss upgrade.
- • **Plug-and-Play Convenience:** Hassle-free installation means you’re upgrading your MacBook storage in minutes, no tech skills needed.
- • **Reliable Daily Performance:** Consistent read/write speeds up to 95/75 MB/s keep your workflow smooth and uninterrupted.
- • **Effortless Storage Expansion:** Instantly double your storage without bulky external drives or costly SSD upgrades.
- • **Seamless MacBook Integration:** Designed specifically for MacBook Pro 2021 & Retina models, blending perfectly with your device.

## Overview

The Transcend JetDrive Lite 330 is a 256GB high-speed expansion card tailored for MacBook Pro models from 2012 to 2023. Offering up to 95 MB/s read and 75 MB/s write speeds via USB 3.0, it provides a reliable, flush-fit storage boost that’s perfect for professionals needing extra space without sacrificing style or convenience.

## Description

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Review: A great, easy, cost effective way to expand your macbook storage - This is not my first of these - I previously owned the 128Gb model, but after realising that it was just too small, I upgraded to the 256Gb model, which is (obviously) twice the size. Speed on my 2015 13" macbook pro is very good considering it's essentially a cut down sd card. Blackmagic speed test rates it around 35MB/s write and an impressive 90MB/s read (see screenshot). Clearly not in SSD territory, but good enough to work well as a storage drive. I store most of my Steam library on it and games load quickly and take up no space on my internal drive. I used the software that comes with it initially to unmount the drive when sleeping and re-mount when waking, but I was having issues with battery drain, so I switched to using Jettison, which seems to drain the battery less. I do still experience a certain amount of battery drain (quite variable), but it's possible this is not due to the drive. A much much cheaper option that a) upgrading the SSD or b) buying a new macbook! Also much handier than an external ssd (been there too) - mine had a habit of getting knocked and dismounting. Only slight annoyance is that obviously you lose the sd card slot - easily remedied by buying an external USB3 card reader for a few pounds.
Review: Slow but reliable - This card is slow but I do not need it for speed. I love how once in you can forget it's there as it's flush to the side of your Mac. A great way of extending your storage . Strange how not more of these are made by other companies.

## Features

- High-Speed Performance: The JetDrive Lite 330 offers fast read speeds up to 95 MBs and write speeds up to 75 MBs, ensuring smooth and efficient data transfers
- The JetDrive Lite 330 is compatible with MacBook Pro models from 2023 and 2021, as well as the MacBook Pro (Retina) 13' models from Late 2012 to Early 2015, providing a seamless storage expansion solution for these devices
- Convenient Storage Expansion: Easily expand the storage capacity of your MacBook with the JetDrive Lite 330, providing additional space for files, applications, and media
- Reliable Performance: With high-quality memory components, the JetDrive Lite 330 ensures consistent and dependable performance for your MacBook, minimizing the risk of data loss
- User-Friendly Installation: Installing the JetDrive Lite 330 is straightforward and hassle-free, allowing you to upgrade your MacBookâs storage with minimal effort
- Durable and Reliable: Built to withstand daily wear and tear, the JetDrive Lite 330 is a robust and durable solution for expanding your MacBookâs storage capacity

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B01BE0C2PU |
| Are Batteries Included | No |
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. |
| Best Sellers Rank | 19,230 in Computers & Accessories ( See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories ) 296 in Memory Cards |
| Colour | Schwarz, Silber |
| Customer Reviews | 4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars (6,323) |
| Date First Available | 2 Feb. 2016 |
| Guaranteed software updates until | unknown |
| Hard Disk Description | Memory Card |
| Hard Drive Size | 256 GB |
| Hardware interface | USB 3.0 |
| Item Weight | 8.5 g |
| Item model number | TS256GJDL330 |
| Item weight | 9 g |
| Lithium Battery Energy Content | 2 Kilowatt Hours |
| Lithium Battery Packaging | Batteries packed with equipment |
| Lithium Battery Weight | 2 Grams |
| Manufacturer | Transcend |
| Number Of Lithium Ion Cells | 5 |
| Number of Lithium Metal Cells | 5 |
| Processor Count | 1 |
| Product Dimensions | 1.68 x 0.3 x 0.25 cm; 8.5 g |
| RAM Size | 256000 MB |
| Secure digital association speed class | Class 10 |
| Special feature | SDXC |
| UPC | 760557834106 |
| Warranty type | No Warranty |
| Write speed | 60MB/s |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Transcend
- **Compatible devices:** MacBook Pro
- **Flash memory type:** SD
- **Memory storage capacity:** 256 GB
- **Model name:** TS256GJDL330

## Images

![Transcend 256GB JDL330 JetDrive Lite 330 Expansion Card for MacBook Pro 2021 up to 95/75 MB/s TS256GBJDL330 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51UUrjiR2VL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: is it compatible with the new 13 "macbook pro retina display? (Jan 2015)**
A: I just got this, and it works with the Early 2015 model as well.

**Q: Can I save runnable programs such as Word, Excel in the the memory given by the card or just photos and document files?**
A: Some runnable programs can be saved, haven't tried it with Microsoft office but it should work, the only issue is if your computer goes to sleep or if you log off your computer and you leave the program open, this will temporary disconnect the jet drive so when you log back it or " wake you computer up" it will give an error and say the drive is not found and you might lose some files if you don't save. You need to exit the application fully each time you stop using it.

**Q: Will time machine automatically back up this disk as well? (time machine backups being on a separate, external hd)**
A: Yes, it will. You can include or exclude this disk from backup in Time Machine preferences.

**Q: Does it work for a 2012 MacBook Pro**
A: I have a MacBook Pro 2012, retina with flash drive.  It works with some potential minor problems when the computer goes to sleep that Transcend has free software to fix.  It is good to store documents/music on, but, by its nature, is too slow to store the system etc. on it.  It is not a removable drive because it is relatively fragile.  You put it in and leave there.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A great, easy, cost effective way to expand your macbook storage
*by R***H on 23 March 2019*

This is not my first of these - I previously owned the 128Gb model, but after realising that it was just too small, I upgraded to the 256Gb model, which is (obviously) twice the size. Speed on my 2015 13" macbook pro is very good considering it's essentially a cut down sd card. Blackmagic speed test rates it around 35MB/s write and an impressive 90MB/s read (see screenshot). Clearly not in SSD territory, but good enough to work well as a storage drive. I store most of my Steam library on it and games load quickly and take up no space on my internal drive. I used the software that comes with it initially to unmount the drive when sleeping and re-mount when waking, but I was having issues with battery drain, so I switched to using Jettison, which seems to drain the battery less. I do still experience a certain amount of battery drain (quite variable), but it's possible this is not due to the drive. A much much cheaper option that a) upgrading the SSD or b) buying a new macbook! Also much handier than an external ssd (been there too) - mine had a habit of getting knocked and dismounting. Only slight annoyance is that obviously you lose the sd card slot - easily remedied by buying an external USB3 card reader for a few pounds.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Slow but reliable
*by N***S on 26 January 2025*

This card is slow but I do not need it for speed. I love how once in you can forget it's there as it's flush to the side of your Mac. A great way of extending your storage . Strange how not more of these are made by other companies.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ If moving iTunes library reformat from FAT32 to Mac OS Extended (Journaled) as increases performance
*by M***K on 21 June 2014*

Had a Nifty minidrive before, but they have had so many problems with the 2012/2013 15" Macbook Pro Retinas. Just wasn't reliable and kept unmounting itself and tried various things like bits of tape etc to get it to stay in place, with no joy. Nifty no longer sell for the 15" retina so must be having issues with the design. Saw this and liked the fact it states the Transcend JetDrive Lite 350 model is for the 2012 and 2013 15" Retina Macbooks. Slide in to the SD card nicely and mounted straight away. It's nearly flush in my Mid 2012 Retina. Sticks out about 2mm's. The nifty has a nice little cut away and removal key for easy removal from the slot. This doesn't have anything like that. Wondering if it's a patent issue with Nifty as it really should and removing this thing isn't going to be fun without some decent nails or tweezers to get a grip. So hence 4 stars over 5. *Update* Dropped to 3 stars as found speed of access having moved my iTunes media library to this card made the whole iTunes program run extremely slowly and unresponsively. Moved library back to the built in SSD and will have to re-think what to use this extra 128GB of storage for now... **Update 2** Increased back to 4 stars as after formatting to Mac OS Extended (Journaled) the performance greatly increased and it's very usable. So much so I have now upgraded to the 256GB Version. Great drive. Only slight gripe is it's awkward to remove if you have short fingernails like me.

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