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Kingston DataTraveler Exodia M 256GB USB 3.2 Gen 1 flash drive black teal sliding cap

Kingston Technology Corp.

Kingston Technology Corp. DTXM/256GB USB flash drive 256GB USB 3.2 Gen 1

SKU CH-1113-9CA3S MPN DTXM/256GB

A 256GB USB 3.2 Gen 1 flash drive with a sliding cap that protects the connector and suits everyday file storage

  • USB SpecificationUSB 3.2 Gen 1
  • USB ConnectorsType A
  • ColorBlack / Teal
  • Capacity256GB

Color Black / Teal

Capacity 256GB

Struck-through versions exist but are not stocked here.

  • USB 3.2 Gen 1 enables fast file transfers
  • 256GB capacity stores large media libraries
  • Type‑A connector fits standard ports directly
  • Moving cap protects the connector when idle
  • Black and teal design is lightweight and portable

Kingston DataTraveler Exodia M 256GB

The Kingston DataTraveler Exodia M is a 256GB USB flash drive built around the USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface. It uses a standard Type A connector for broad compatibility with laptops, desktop PCs and other host devices. The moving cap design protects the connector and the stored data when the drive is not in use. This lightweight unit suits students, office workers and home users who need portable file storage.

Thermals noise and power draw

As a solid-state USB flash drive it has no moving parts and generates no audible noise during operation. Power is drawn directly from the host USB port so no external supply is required. The USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface manages power delivery within the bus specification for typical workloads. Heat output remains low enough that no active cooling is ever needed.

Build fit and freedoms

The Type A plug fits any USB 3.2 Gen 1 or backwards-compatible port without adapters or drivers on modern operating systems. Its compact form leaves adjacent ports unobstructed on tight hubs or laptop sides. The 256GB capacity frees you from carrying multiple smaller drives for documents, music and video files. Buyers who need hardware encryption or ruggedised water resistance should look elsewhere.

Highlights

  • USB 3.2 Gen 1 enables fast file transfers
  • 256GB capacity stores large media libraries
  • Type‑A connector fits standard ports directly
  • Moving cap protects the connector when idle
  • Black and teal design is lightweight and portable

Specifications

BrandKingston
SeriesDataTraveler Exodia M
ModelDTXM/256GB
USB SpecificationUSB 3.2 Gen 1
USB ConnectorsType A
ColorBlack / Teal
Capacity256GB
Shipping weight0.01 kg
Package size67 × 22 × 12 mm

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Questions about this item

How do I install the Kingston DataTraveler Exodia M 256GB USB 3.2 Gen 1 flash drive, and what step do people often get wrong?

Insert the Type A connector directly into a USB 3.2 Gen 1 port; the step users miss is sliding the moving cap fully back until it clicks, otherwise the drive sits too shallow and is not recognised.

What maintenance or replacement will the Kingston DataTraveler Exodia M 256GB USB 3.2 Gen 1 flash drive need later?

No scheduled maintenance is required; keep the moving cap closed when not in use to protect the connector, and replace the drive only if the 256GB capacity is exceeded or the housing is physically damaged.

What limit appears first on the Kingston DataTraveler Exodia M 256GB USB 3.2 Gen 1 flash drive during sustained transfers?

The 256GB capacity ceiling is reached before any speed throttle; once the drive is full, writes stop until space is freed.

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