Desktop External Hard Drives - Showing 25 - 48 of 130 Products
WD Elements 16TB USB 3.0 Desktop External Hard Drive WDBWLG0160HBK-NESN Black
- Dimensions: 6.53" x 1.89" x 5.31"
- Weight: 1.98 lbs.
- Package Contents: WD Elements Desktop hard drive SuperSpeed USB-A cable (5Gbps) AC adapter Quick Install Guide
- Model #: WDBWLG0160HBK-NESN
- Item #: 9SIV18MJ5H9604
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WD Elements 20TB USB 3.0 Desktop External Hard Drive WDBWLG0200HBK-NESN Black
- Dimensions: 6.53" x 1.89" x 5.30"
- Weight: 1.98 lbs.
- Package Contents: WD Elements Desktop hard drive SuperSpeed USB-A cable (5Gbps) AC adapter Quick Install Guide
- Model #: WDBWLG0200HBK-NESN
- Item #: 9SIV18MJ5H9606
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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
Apricorn Aegis Fortress 2 TB Hard Drive - External - USB 3.0
- Model #: AFL3- 2TB
- Item #: 9SIV009GVA1891
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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
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WD Elements 14TB USB 3.0 Desktop External Hard Drive WDBWLG0140HBK-NESN Black
- Brand: Western Digital
- Series: WD Elements Desktop
- Capacity: 14 TB
- Color: Black
- Form Factor: Desktop
- Interface: USB 3.0, Micro-B
- System Requirements: Formatted NTFS for Windows 10, 8.1 and 7 Reformatting may be required for other operating systems
- Dimensions: 6.50" x 1.90" x 5.30"
- Model #: WDBWLG0140HBK-NESN
- Item #: 9B-22-234-411
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WD Elements 24TB Desktop External Hard Drive WDBWLG0240HBK-NESN Black
- Dimensions: 6.53" x 1.89" x 5.31"
- Weight: 1.98 lbs.
- Package Contents: • WD Elements® Desktop hard drive • SuperSpeed USB-A cable (5Gbps) • AC adapter • Quick Install Guide
- Model #: WDBWLG0240HBK-NESN
- Item #: 9B-22-234-576
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WD Elements 6TB USB 3.0 Desktop External Hard Drive WDBWLG0060HBK-NESN Black
- Dimensions: 6.50" x 1.90" x 5.30"
- Weight: 2.09 lbs.
- Package Contents: External hard drive USB cable AC adapter Quick Install Guide
- Model #: WDBWLG0060HBK-NESN
- Item #: 9B-22-232-981
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Apricorn Aegis Padlock Dt Fips Adt-3Pl256f-12Tb 12 Tb Desktop Hard Drive - External - Black - ...
- Model #: ADT-3PL256F-12TB
- Item #: 9B-1Z4-0044-00012
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
WD Black 12TB D10 Game Drive Desktop External Hard Drive for Xbox USB 3.2 ...
- Brand: WD
- Series: Black D10
- Capacity: 12TB
- Color: Black
- RPM: 7200 RPM
- Form Factor: 3.5"
- Interface: USB 3.2 Gen 1 (1 x Micro B, 2 x USB-A)
- Features: WORKS WITH XBOX SERIES X/S Take all your favorite Xbox One games with you when upgrading to the Xbox Series X/S! With the WD_BLACK D10 Game Drive for Xbox, you can simply backup your Xbox One game library and immediately start playing them your new Xbox Series X/S for upgrading made easy. BIG DRIVE, NIMBLE SPEED Delivering speeds up to 250MB/s rated at 7200 RPM, you can play your games in the fast lane with WD_BLACK D10 Game Drive for Xbox5. Meticulously designed with the gamer in mind, it features active cooling technology built in to help maintain thermal conditions and reduce failure risk for an optimized gaming experience. POWER UP TO 100% The WD...
- Model #: WDBA5E0120HBK-NESN
- Item #: 9B-22-234-382
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WD Black 8TB D10 Game Drive Desktop External Hard Drive for PS4/Xbox One/PC/Mac USB 3.2 ...
- Brand: WD
- Series: Black D10
- Capacity: 8TB
- Color: Black
- RPM: 7200 RPM
- Form Factor: 3.5"
- Interface: USB 3.2 Gen 1, Micro B
- Features: DON'T PLAY FAVORITES - PLAY EVERYTHING With the WD_Black D10 Game Drive's 8TB of added storage, there's no need to waste time clearing room on your console or PC for new games - now you can keep your old favorites intact as you grow your library. Capturing and collecting your most memorable in-game moments is even easier with the extra storage capacity, so you can relive and share your greatest gameplay recordings with the world. BIG DRIVE, NIMBLE SPEED Delivering speeds up to 250MB/s rated at 7200 RPM, you can play your games in the fast lane with WD_Black D10 Game Drive. Meticulously designed with the gamer in mind, it features active cooling technology built in to...
- Model #: WDBA3P0080HBK-NESN
- Item #: 9SIV18MH027558
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APRICORN Aegis Padlock DT 6TB USB 3.0 3.5" Encrypted Desktop Hard Drive with PIN Access ...
- Cache: 8MB
- Average Seek Time: 12ms
- Dimensions: 7.2" x 4.5" x 1.5"
- Weight: 20
- Parts: 1 Year
- Model #: ADT-3PL256-6000
- Item #: 9SIVFYJKN93660
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Apricorn Aegis DT ADT3PL25616TB 16TB USB 3.0 Padlock External Desktop Hard Drive
- Brand: APRICORN
- Model #: ADT3PL25616TB
- Item #: 9B-2WA-0027-000Y9
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
Glyph Technologies Blackbox PRO 24TB Enterprise USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 External HDD
- Model #: BBPR24000ENT
- Item #: 9B-1E8-001Y-000N9
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
Apricorn Aegis Fortress 4 TB Hard Drive - External - USB 3.0
- Dimensions: 7.920 x 6.080 x 2.720
- Weight: 6.0000
- Model #: AFL3- 4TB
- Item #: 9B-1E8-004R-00047
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
Seagate Expansion 8TB External Hard Drive HDD - USB 3.0, with Rescue Data Recovery ...
- 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 #: STKP8000400
- Item #: 9B-22-184-955
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
BUFFALO DriveStation Quad 16TB (4 x 4 TB) USB 3.0 High Performance RAID Array with ...
- Brand: BUFFALO
- Series: DriveStation Quad
- Capacity: 16TB (4 x 4 TB)
- Interface: USB 3.0
- RAID: RAID System (0, 1, 5, 10)
- Features: Data Transfer Rates Max 5Gb/s (USB 3.0 Mode) Max 480Mb/s (USB 2.0 Mode) Drive Interface SATA II 3Gb/s High performance NAS edition hard drives offer continuous 24/7/365 operation with enhanced RAID performance USB 3.0 offers universal connectivity for PC and Mac computers and storage servers Multiple levels of RAID support and hot-swappable hard drives provide comprehensive data protection Ideal for creative professionals, small office users, server backup and consumers
- Weight: 16.4
- Package Contents: DriveStation Quad USB 3.0 Hard Drive Array, Setup CD-ROM, Quick Setup Guide, USB 3.0 cable, AC Adapter, Warranty Statement
- Model #: HD-QH16TU3R5
- Item #: 9B-22-165-607
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
APRICORN Aegis Padlock DT 4TB USB 3.0 Desktop External Hard Drive ADT-3PL256-4000 ...
- RPM: 7200 RPM
- Cache: 8MB
- Average Seek Time: 12ms
- Dimensions: 4.5” X 7.2” X 1.5”
- Weight: 20
- Package Contents: Aegis Padlock DT - USB 3.0 Desktop Drive USB 3.0 Cable 12V AC Adapter Quick Start Guide
- Parts: 1 Year
- Model #: ADT-3PL256-4000
- Item #: 9B-22-161-170
- Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
SanDisk Professional G-Raid Project 2 Enterprise-Class Desktop Hard Drive with Thunderbolt ...
- Model #: SDPHK2H-016T-NBAAD
- Item #: 9SIVFYJKP48536
- Return Policy: IT Devices Online Inc. Return Policy
BUFFALO DriveStation Duo 8TB (2 x 4 TB) USB 3.0 High Performance RAID Array with Optimized ...
- Brand: BUFFALO
- Series: DriveStation Duo
- Capacity: 8TB (2 x 4 TB)
- Color: Black
- Interface: USB 3.0
- RAID: RAID System (0, 1)
- Features: Number of Drives: 2 Drive Interface SATA II: 3Gb/s Data Transfer Rates Max 5 Gb/s (USB 3.0 Mode) Max 480 Mb/s (USB 2.0 Mode) High performance NAS edition hard drives offer continuous 24/7/365 operation with enhanced RAID performance USB 3.0 offers universal connectivity for PC and Mac computers and storage servers RAID 1 support and hot-swappable hard drives provide comprehensive data protection Ideal for creative professionals, small office users, server backup and consumers
- Weight: 6.75
- Model #: HD-WH8TU3R1
- Item #: 9SIV0091XC8537
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Seagate 8TB USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB-C and USB-A Game Drive Hub for Xbox STKW8000400
- Dimensions: 5.04" x 1.94" x 8.11"
- Weight: 2.99 lbs.
- Package Contents: Seagate Game Drive Hub for Xbox 4-foot (1.2M) USB 3.0 cable Power adapter Quick Install Guide
- Model #: STKW8000400
- Item #: 9SIV18MJSR1102
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WD My Book 4TB USB 3.0, Micro-B Desktop Hard Drive WDBBGB0040HBK-NESN Black
- Brand: WD
- Series: My Book
- Capacity: 4TB
- Color: Black
- Interface: USB 3.0, Micro-B
- Features: Complete Backup Equipped with backup software for Windows and Apple Time Machine compatibility for Mac, the My Book desktop hard drive can back up your photos, videos, music, and documents. Password Protection The My Book desktop computer hard drive's built-in 256-bit AES hardware encryption with password protection helps keep your content private and safe. Just activate password protection and set your own personalized password using our downloadable software. Watch the Power of My Book Come to Life We live hectic lives and generate tons of digital content. My Book desktop storage has massive storage capacity so you can confidently back up the files that make up your digital life. Easy To Use My Book desktop hard drive is re...
- Model #: WDBBGB0040HBK-NESN
- Item #: 9SIV0095261501
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SanDisk Professional G-DRIVE SDPHF1A-008T-NBAAD 8 TB Desktop External Hard Drive - ...
- Brand: SanDisk Professional
- Capacity: 8TB
- Color: Black
- RPM: 7200 RPM
- Interface: USB 3.2 (Gen 2) Type C
- Part Number: SDPHF1A-008T-NBAAD
- Features: Maximum Sequential Read: 260 MB/s Maximum Sequential Write: 260 MB/s
- Package Contents: G-DRIVE SDPHF1A-008T-NBAAD Hard Drive USB-C to USB-C Cable Quick Start Guide Power Cable AC Power Adapter
- Model #: SDPHF1A-008T-NBAAD
- Item #: 9SIV18MKSE2340
- Return Policy: Adorama Camera Return Policy
LaCie 2big Dock 20TB USB 3.2 Gen 2 External Hard Drive STLG20000400 Black
- RAID: RAID 0/1
- Thunderbolt 3: Yes
- Dimensions: 3.67" x 4.65" x 8.54"
- Weight: 8.34 lbs.
- Package Contents: LaCie 2Big Dock Thunderbolt 3 USB-C cable External power supply Quick Install Guide ADOBE CC SRS60 TOOLKIT3 Rescue Data Recovery Services4 3 One-month membership to Adobe Creative Cloud All Apps plan is redeemable during product registration. Must redeem within one year of drive registration. Not available in China. Internet connection and Adobe ID required. Available only to users 13 and older. 4 Not available in all countries.
- Model #: STLG20000400
- Item #: 9SIV009J812536
- Return Policy: Antonline.com 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.
