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Dual-connector USB flash drive with Type-A and Type-C ends, black casing, keyring hole

Patriot Memory

Patriot R550 256GB USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A+C USB flash drive

SKU CH-R9TW-T5BKA

A dual USB Type-A and Type-C flash drive with 256 GB capacity and up to 100 MB/s read speed for quick file transfers across devices

  • Dual Type-A and Type-C connectors work with phones, tablets and computers
  • Sequential read speeds up to 100 MB/s move large files quickly
  • 256 GB capacity stores documents, photos and backups
  • Compatible with Windows 11, Linux 2.4+ and Mac OS X 10.6+
  • Protective cap and key-ring hole keep the drive safe and portable

Dual-Interface USB Drive

The Patriot R550 256GB flash drive combines USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A and Type-C connectors in a single unit. It is built for users who move files between older computers, newer laptops, tablets and phones without carrying adapters. The keyhole loop lets it stay on a key ring for everyday carry.

Who It Suits

This drive suits anyone who needs 256 GB of portable storage that plugs directly into both Type-A and Type-C ports. It works with Windows 7 through 11, Linux 2.4+ and macOS 10.6+ out of the box. It is not for buyers who need internal-drive transfer rates or hardware-based encryption.

Deciding Specification

The dual Type-A and Type-C interface is the specification that decides fit. If your daily workflow spans devices with only one port style, this single drive removes the need for dongles or cables. If every device you own already shares the same port type, a single-connector drive covers the same capacity for less outlay.

Highlights

  • Dual Type-A and Type-C connectors work with phones, tablets and computers
  • Sequential read speeds up to 100 MB/s move large files quickly
  • 256 GB capacity stores documents, photos and backups
  • Compatible with Windows 11, Linux 2.4+ and Mac OS X 10.6+
  • Protective cap and key-ring hole keep the drive safe and portable

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

How do I install the Patriot R550 256GB flash drive and which connector do I use first?

Insert the USB Type-A end into a standard computer port or the Type-C end into a phone, tablet or Mac; the drive mounts automatically with no driver installation required.

What maintenance or replacement will the Patriot R550 256GB flash drive need later?

No scheduled maintenance is required; the solid-state memory has no moving parts, so the unit is replaced only if the 256GB capacity fills or the device is physically damaged.

What limit appears first on the Patriot R550 256GB during sustained large-file transfers?

Sequential read and write speeds peak at 100MB/s, so that throughput ceiling is the first bottleneck during continuous heavy transfers.

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