Kingston DataTraveler Exodia G2 128GB USB 3.2 Flash Drive (DTXG2/128GB)

Description

The Kingston DataTraveler Exodia G2 128GB USB flash drive (manufacturer part number DTXG2/128GB) is a professional removable storage medium from the second generation of the Exodia range. Specially developed to meet the needs of computer repair workshops, IT maintenance services, and office accessory retailers, this version optimises handling and hardware durability while retaining the recognised reliability of the Flash memory chips selected by Kingston.

In terms of mechanical engineering, the DataTraveler Exodia G2 removes the constraint of the original removable cap by integrating a retractable sliding mechanism directly moulded into the ABS polymer chassis. This design avoids any risk of losing the protector on workbenches while effectively protecting the USB Type-A connector against dust and debris during transport. The rear part of the casing features a rigid attachment ring, facilitating its integration onto a workshop keyring or a professional identification lanyard.

Utilising the USB 3.2 Gen 1 bus interface (5 Gb/s), this storage medium guarantees fast data transfers and excellent responsiveness when running installation packages or reading large files. Recognised natively by all operating systems (Windows, macOS, Linux, Chrome OS) under the USB Mass Storage protocol, the drive requires no third-party drivers. Its 128GB capacity offers sufficient space for hosting system restoration images, driver databases, or diagnostic utilities.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer Part Number: DTXG2/128GB (Kingston DataTraveler Exodia G2 Range)
• Technology / Material: NAND Flash memory / High-density ABS plastic casing
• Compatibility: Windows 11, 10, 8.1, macOS (v.10.15.x+), Linux (v.4.4.x+), Chrome OS
• Dimensions: 60.7 x 21.0 x 10.2 mm
• Weight: 8 g
• Power Supply / Standards: Self-powered 5V via USB Type-A port | USB 3.2 Gen 1 standard (5 Gb/s)
• Protection Type: Integrated sliding / retractable cap
• Operating Temperature: 0°C to 60°C

Workshop Advice & Usage

To benefit from the maximum speed of the USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface, connect the drive to a USB 3.0/3.2 port on the host computer (identifiable by its blue plastic tab or the SuperSpeed SS logo). A connection to a USB 2.0 port remains perfectly functional thanks to hardware backward compatibility, but will throttle the transfer speed to the limits of the USB 2.0 bus (~30 to 35 MB/s). In the workshop, when creating bootable media (Ventoy, Rufus) or copying client backups, ensure you always execute the "Safely Remove Hardware" command before retracting the connector and unplugging the drive to avoid any corruption of the file allocation table.