Desktop External Hard Drives - Showing 1 - 24 of 383 Products
WD My Book 12TB Desktop External Hard Drive for Windows/Mac/Laptop, USB 3.0 Black ...
- Dimensions: 6.72" x 1.93" x 5.48"
- Weight: 2.14 lbs.
- Package Contents: Desktop hard drive SuperSpeed USB-A cable (5Gbps) AC adapter Software for device management and backup with password protection Quick install guide
- Model #: WDBBGB0120HBK-NESN
- Item #: 9SIV18MF2E7470
- Return Policy: Adorama Camera Return Policy
WD My Book 16TB USB 3.0, Micro-B External Desktop Hard Drive WDBBGB0160HBK-NESN ...
- Dimensions: 6.70" x 1.90" x 5.50"
- Weight: 2.20 lbs.
- Package Contents: Desktop hard drive SuperSpeed USB-A cable (5Gbps) AC adapter Software for device management and backup with password protection Quick install guide
- Model #: WDBBGB0160HBK-NESN
- Item #: 9B-22-234-437
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
DataLocker 1 TB Hard Drive External TAA Compliant DL1000PQI
- Model #: DL1000PQI
- Item #: 9B-1E8-0041-00046
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
MICRONET GFP16000EU3 16TB 7200RPM USB 3.0/ESATA
- RPM: 7200 RPM
- Parts: 1 Year
- Model #: GFP16000EU3
- Item #: 9B-1E8-0009-001F7
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
LaCie d2 Professional 8TB USB 3.1, type-C Desktop Drive STHA8000800 Black
- Dimensions: 5.12" x 2.36" x 7.42"
- Weight: 3.09 lbs.
- Package Contents: LaCie d2 Professional USB-C (USB 3.1 10Gb/s) cable USB-C to USB-A cable External power supply Quick Install Guide
- Model #: STHA8000800
- Item #: 9B-1B0-0044-00033
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
maxtor one touch ii 250 gb external hard drive with firewire and usb 2.0 e01g250
- Model #: ADIB0004HPY28
- Item #: 9SIV2D7FPD6293
- Return Policy: Mac Marvels Return Policy
WD Elements 10TB USB 3.0 Desktop External Hard Drive WDBWLG0100HBK-NESN Black
- Dimensions: 6.50" x 1.90" x 5.30"
- Weight: 1.90 lbs.
- Package Contents: External hard drive USB cable AC adapter Quick Install Guide
- Model #: WDBWLG0100HBK-NESN
- Item #: 9B-22-234-350
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
WD 12TB My Cloud EX2 Ultra NAS - Network Attached Storage - Dual-Core Processor ...
- Dimensions: 6.75" x 3.90" x 6.10"
- Weight: 5.20 lbs.
- Package Contents: My Cloud EX2 Ultra Device Ethernet cable Power supply Quick install guide
- Model #: WDBVBZ0120JCH-NESN
- Item #: 9B-22-235-048
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
4tb raid buslink ciphershield aes 512bit key usb 3.0 esata ssd desktop drive
- Model #: ADIB01925HF1A
- Item #: 9SIV3SUD172919
- Return Policy: Airlink Tech Return Policy
Fantom Drives G-Force3 Pro 18TB Desktop External Hard Drive Black GFP18000EU3
- RPM: 7200 RPM
- Model #: GFP18000EU3
- Item #: 9B-1E8-0009-001J7
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
BUFFALO DriveStation Duo 4TB USB 3.0 High Performance RAID Array with Optimized Hard ...
- RAID: RAID System (0, 1)
- Weight: 6.2
- Package Contents: DriveStation Duo USB 3.0 Hard Drive Array, Setup CD-ROM, Quick Setup Guide, USB 3.0 cable, AC Adapter, Warranty Statement
- Model #: HD-WH4TU3R1
- Item #: 9B-22-165-610
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
WD G-DRIVE SDPHF1A-022T-NBAAD 22 TB Desktop Hard Drive - External - Desktop PC Device ...
- RPM: 7200 RPM
- Parts: 3 Year
- Model #: SDPHF1A-022T-NBAAD
- Item #: 9B-1E8-0006-005R2
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
WD Elements 8TB USB 3.0 Desktop External Hard Drive WDBWLG0080HBK-NESN Black
- Dimensions: 6.50" x 1.90" x 5.30"
- Weight: 1.90 lbs.
- Package Contents: External hard drive USB cable AC adapter Quick Install Guide
- Model #: WDBWLG0080HBK-NESN
- Item #: 9B-22-234-349
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
WD My Book 8TB Desktop External Hard Drive for Windows/Mac/Laptop, USB 3.0 Black ...
- Dimensions: 6.73" x 1.93" x 5.47"
- Weight: 2.12 lbs.
- Package Contents: Desktop hard drive SuperSpeed USB-A cable (5Gbps) AC adapter Software for device management and backup with password protection Quick install guide
- Model #: WDBBGB0080HBK-NESN
- Item #: 9B-22-235-160
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
Buffalo 3TB DriveStation Axis Velocity - High Speed External Hard Drive
- RPM: 7200 RPM
- Dimensions: 4.83" x 1.52" x 7.44"
- Weight: 2.09 lbs.
- Package Contents: DriveStation Axis Velocity Quick Setup Guide USB 3.0 Cable AC Adapter Warranty Statement
- Model #: HD-LX3.0TU3
- Item #: 9B-22-165-442
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
SanDisk Professional 4TB G-Drive Enterprise-Class External Desktop Hard Drive - 7200RPM ...
- Model #: SDPHF1A-004T-NBAAD
- Item #: 9SIV18MJ6V0751
- Return Policy: Adorama Camera Return Policy
Fantom Drives 16TB External Hard Drive - USB 3.0/3.1 Gen 1 - Black Aluminum Case - Mac, ...
- Model #: GF3B16000U
- Item #: 9B-1E8-0009-001F1
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
Verbatim Store n Save 2TB USB 3.0 3.5" Desktop Hard Drive 97580 Black
- Dimensions: 10.000
- Weight: 20
- Parts: 7 Year
- Model #: 97580
- Item #: 9B-22-215-086
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
Seagate Expansion 12TB USB 3.0 Desktop Hard Drive STKP12000400 Black
- Dimensions: 4.92" x 1.65" x 7.04"
- Weight: 2.59 lbs.
- Package Contents: Seagate Expansion desktop hard drive 18-inch (45.72cm) USB 3.0 cable 18W power adapter Quick start guide Rescue Data Recovery Services3 Toolkit backup software 3 Rescue Data Recovery Services not available in all countries.
- Model #: STKP12000400
- Item #: 9B-22-184-957
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
WD Elements 14TB USB 3.0 Desktop External Hard Drive WDBWLG0140HBK-NESN Black
- Dimensions: 6.50" x 1.90" x 5.30"
- Weight: 1.98 lbs.
- Package Contents: WD Elements Desktop hard drive USB cable AC adapter Quick Install Guide
- Model #: WDBWLG0140HBK-NESN
- Item #: 9B-22-234-411
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
LaCie 8TB 1big Dock
- RPM: 7200 RPM
- Thunderbolt 3: Yes
- Model #: STHS8000800
- Item #: 9B-1E8-000H-002C3
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
ioSafe SoloPRO 4TB USB 3.0 External Hard Drive with Fireproof / Waterproof, + 5 years DATA ...
- Dimensions: 7.10" x 5.00" x 11.00"
- Weight: 15.00 lbs.
- Package Contents: ioSafe SoloPRO External Hard Drive USB Cable Power Supply Owners Manual and Warranty
- Parts: Manufacturers Limited Warranty: 5 Year / Parts Only
- Model #: SM4TB5YR
- Item #: 9B-1Z4-0051-00013
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
4TB AEGIS PADLOCK DT SECURE
- Cache: 8MB
- RPM: 7200 RPM
- Average Seek Time: 12ms
- Features: Military Grade FIPS PUB 197 Validated Encryption Hardware Encrypted Drive - Real-time 128-bit or 256-bit AES-XTS encryption seamlessly encrypts all data on the drive, protecting the drive even if it is removed from it's casing Super Speed USB 3.0 Connection Administrator Password feature - Ideal for IT departments looking to secure their mobile
- System Requirements: Power Supply: 12V AC Adapter Compatible with all Operating Systems, including Windows, Mac and Linux Requires USB port
- Dimensions: 1.50" x 4.50" x 7.20"
- Weight: 3.5000
- Package Contents: Aegis Padlock DT, Quick Start Guide, USB 3.0 cable & 12V AC Adapter
- Model #: ADT-3PL256F-4000
- Item #: 9B-1E8-000R-00002
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
LaCie 28TB 2big 2-Bay USB 3.1 Type-C RAID Array
- RPM: 7200 RPM
- RAID: RAID System (0, 1)
- Dimensions: 8.5 x 4.6 x 3.7"
- Weight: 6.17 lb
- Model #: STHJ28000800
- Item #: 9SIV2G2BZS9734
- Return Policy: PremierSource Return Policy
Common Questions about External Hard Drives
Introduction
An external hard drive is an excellent solution if you need to share a large amount of data, expand your computer’s storage capacity, or back up your hard drive’s contents to prevent data loss. Compared to more elaborate external data storage solutions such as tape drives or NAS devices, an external hard drive is relatively easy-to-use and requires minimal setup. Below, NeweggBusiness answers commonly asked questions about external hard drives.
How portable are external hard drives?
Portability for external hard drives can vary greatly, with some being small and handheld while others being rather large and unwieldy. Often, portable hard drives will have smaller capacities but are more compact and light weight.
The terms desktop and expansion are sometimes used to describe larger external hard drives that are primarily used to expand storage capacity or serve as backup drives. Compared to portable hard drives, desktop and expansion hard drives are available in larger capacities.
Should I get an external hard drive or network attached storage (NAS) drive?
They are both excellent options for expanding storage capacity, but utilize different methods for file sharing. To share files with an NAS drive, the recipient needs to be connected to the network or have VPN access. The advantage of a portable hard drive is that you can share files with people that are not on the same network or do not have internet access.
How durable are external hard drives?
They can vary greatly in terms of durability, but some are designed specifically to be very rugged. External hard drives marketed as MIL-STD complaint must meet stringent durability requirements set forth by the United States military. If you require a very durable external hard drive, look for a MIL-STD compliant drive.
Are there external solid state drives?
Yes, some external drives utilize solid state memory instead of hard disk drives as the storage medium. They offer great read/write performance and are not as susceptible to damage caused by sudden movements or drops.
Other than USB, what other connection options are there?
USB is one of the most common connection types for external hard drives, though other options include eSATA™, FireWire®, and Thunderbolt™. Below is a list of the maximum data transfer rates in megabits per second (Mbps) for various connection types.
Connection | Speed |
USB 2.0 | 480 Mbps |
FireWire 800 | 800 Mbps |
eSATA | 3,000 Mbps |
USB 3.0 | 5,000 Mbps |
Thunderbolt | 10,000 Mbps |
If I have a Mac®, do I need a special type of external hard drive?
Mac OS X® utilizes a file system called HFS+ while Windows® computers and external hard drives built for Windows-based systems use NTFS. When attempting to use a NTFS external hard drive with OS X, you will have the ability to read but not write files to the external drive.
To fix this issue, you will need to reformat the hard drive with a HFS+ file system or install an NTFS driver. These drivers may sometimes be provided by the external hard drive manufacturer. Alternatively, you can use third-party NTFS drivers.
Another common—though older—file system is FAT32. A FAT32 drive is fully compatible with both Windows and OS X operating systems, but unfortunately has a file size limit of 4 GB. If you are planning to utilize the external drive with only Mac computers, you can purchase one that comes pre-formatted with an HFS+ file system.
