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Seagate Expansion Desktop 20TB, External Hard Drive, USB 3.0, Data Rescue Services (STKP20000400)

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Enjoy peace of mind with the included limited warranty and Rescue Data Recovery Services
Fast file transfers with USB 3.0
Drag-and-drop file saving right out of the box
Automatic recognition of Windows and Mac computers for simple setup (Reformatting required for use with Time Machine)

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WD 16TB Elements External Hard Drive, Desktop HDD storage, USB 3.0 compatible, Fast Transfer rates, Easy add on storage for all your pictures, videos, music and documents, Black

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Note This device should only be used with the compatible UL listed power supply
With the WD Elements HDD hard drive allows you to transfer the data from your full computer to desktop storage to improve your computer's performance
Box contents WD Elements desktop storage 16 TB (desktop storage, USB 3.0 compatible, additional storage for photos, music, videos and all other files, shockproof) black; 2-year warranty

£ 273.99

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WD 4TB Elements portable external hard drive, USB 3.0 interface, portable external storage, Plug-and-Play, SuperSpeed USB 3.2 Gen 1, Formatted for PC and Mac, Black

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Free trial version of the WD SmartWare Pro software for automatic and cloud data protection
Plug-and-play ready for Windows PCs
Fast data transfer with USB 3.0 and USB 2.0
Compatibility Formatted NTFS for Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 7. Reformatting may be required for other operating systems. Compatibility may vary depending on user s hardware configuration and operating system

UnionSine HD2510 500GB USB 3.0 Ultra Slim Portable External Hard Drive HDD Compatible with PC, Mac, Laptop, Xbox, Xbox One, PS4 (Black)

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VERSATILE COMPATIBILITY - Compatible with multiple devices including TVs, game consoles, computers and Android phones. (Does not come with a Type-C cable. If you need to connect your Android phone and computer devices without USB ports, you need to purchase a USB to Type-C cable).
Lightning-Fast Transfers - Boasts ultra-fast transfer speeds of up to 120MB s read and 103MB s write, thanks to USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 compatibility.
Easy to Use - Simply plug and play with no software installation required. Plus, the aluminum anti-interference layer helps protect your data and dissipate heat.
Complete Package - Comes with everything you need, including a portable hard drive, USB 3.0 cable, user manual, and gift-type shell packaging. Plus, enjoy peace of mind with a 3-year manufacturer's warranty.

£ 30.59

£ 47.06

Toshiba Canvio Partner 2TB Portable 2.5’’ External Hard Drive, USB 3.2, Mac & Windows compatible. Xbox, PS4, PS5 (HDTB520EK3AB)

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High Capacity The Toshiba Canvio Partner provides 2TB of storage space, allowing you to store a vast amount of data, including documents, photos, music, and videos.
Fast Transfer Speed With its USB 3.0 interface, this external hard drive provides a fast data transfer rate of up to 5Gbps, making it easy to transfer large files quickly.
Easy to Use Simply plug this external hard drive into your computer's USB port and start using it right away. No software or drivers needed, it's ready to use out of the box.
Portable Design The Canvio Partner is small, lightweight, and compact, making it easy to carry with you on the go. It's perfect for people who need to work or travel with their data.
Reliable Performance This external hard drive is built with Toshiba's quality and reliability standards, ensuring that your data is safe and secure. It also features shock sensors to protect your data against accidental drops or bumps.

£ 70.14

£ 91.32

LaCie Rugged Mini 5TB, Draagbare Externe Harde Schijf, 2.5", voor PC Mac iPad and iPhone, Data Rescue Service (STJJ5000400)

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Enjoy long-term peace of mind with the included two-year limited warranty and two-yr Rescue Data Recovery Services
Compatible with USB-C and Thunderbolt 3. Micro B to USB C (included) . USB Micro B to USB Type A cable (not included)
Shock and drop resistant up to 1.2 m in non-operating mode

Samsung T7 Grey 4TB Portable External SSD USB-C PC/MAC

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The free Samsung Magician software optimises performance for you and always keeps the drive up to date with updates
Up to 9.5 times faster than external HDD hard drives thanks to USB 3.2 Gen.2, with read write speeds of up to 1,050 MB s or 1,000 MB s for simultaneous recording and storage of 4K recordings
Secures your data thanks to protection against falls from heights of up to 2 m , can be encrypted by password using AES 256-bit hardware encryption if required
What's in the box 1 x Samsung MU-PC4T0T WW Portable SSD T7, SSD 4 TB, external hard drive, 2 USB cables (Type-C to C and Type-C to A, USB 3.2 Gen.2), grey

£ 247.87

£ 256.99

£ 257.00

£ 278.13

£ 284.00

Meyritech 1TB External Hard Drive - USB 3.0 Type-C 1TB Hard Drive for Portable External Data Storage, Macbook, iMacs, PCs, Laptops, Xbox One & PS4 Consoles

Meyritech

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1TB WIDELY COMPATIBLE HDD Meyritech's 1TB USB 3.0 External Hard Drive allows you to back-up data or add extra capacity to just about any device. Use our external hard drive 1tb for PCs, Laptops, Macs, Macbooks and even Xbox One & PS4 game consoles via a fast and stable USB 3.0 connection.
INCLUDES 1 x USB 3.0 Type C Cable (45cm long) + 1 x 1TB Hard Drive.
2 YEAR WARRANTY We offer a 2-year warranty for the hard drive and its parts + UK-based customer support. Please note this does not extend over the data stored on the hard drive, its loss or data recovery services; always backup the data stored on the external hdd in case of malfunction
SLIM & PORTABLE With dimensions of just 123mm 78mm 17mm, our 1 tb external hard drive is slim & lightweight making it easy to fit in your pocket or bag - ready for work, travel, or on-the-go access to your data. Requires no external power or setups, plug to a USB port and use instantly.
USB TYPE-A TO TYPE-C Our portable hard drive 1tb is equipped with USB 3.0 technology for lightning-fast data transfer. The versatile Type A to Type C compatibility ensures seamless connection across a wide range of devices. From using it as an external storage for laptop, PC & Mac, to using it as PS4 or xbox storage expansion for games, this is your versatile choice for an USB hard drive (also supports PS5 & xbox one series x s but just for storage purposes)
SECURE & DURABLE Each Meyritech HDD is engineered with a thick ABS casing and protective silicone sleeve to safeguard the interior, ensuring durability and longevity even in challenging environments.

SanDisk Extreme Portable SSD 1TB (up to 1050 MB/s read, 1,000MB/s write, NVMe SSD, USB-C, External Solid State Drive, IP65 rated for dust and water resistance, Updated Firmware) Black

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Help keep private content private with the included password protection featuring 256 bit AES hardware encryption. Password protection uses 256-bit AES encryption and is supported by Windows 8, Windows 10 and macOS v10.9+
Easily manage files and automatically free up space with the SanDisk Memory Zone app

Sonnics 4TB External Hard Drive USB 3.0 High Speed for XBOX ONE / PS4 / Windows PC/Mac

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Perfect storage solution for use with Windows PC Apple Macs Xbox One Playstation 4 Smart TV and other compatible devices. Formatted to EXFAT file system You can always reformat the hard drive to NTFS or which ever format you wish.
USB 3.0 Ultra high speed data transfer of up to 5GBPS when plugged into a USB 3.0 port
Mains Powered external hard drive
The perfect storage solution for your Xbox One or Playstation 4 just plug it in and you have instant extra storage and install games directly to the external hard drive. Games Load Faster on External Drives FACT.
For Gaming USB 3.0 is used by the external drive is a faster connection than the SATA II used by the internal drive. The external drive doesn't have to handle all the other system functionality, like running multiple applications or other features and thus has more resources to dedicate to running games. Please note this is not a portable hard drive it is a desktop external hard drive.

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ModusTech External Hard Drive 1TB – Portable USB 3.0/ Type-C High-Speed HDD –Compatible with Windows Mac Laptop PC Desktop PS4 Xbox One–Slim External Storage Backup for Data Movie Game & Photo(1 TB)

Ultra-Fast USB 3.0 Type-C Connectivity for Effortless Data Transfers The ModusTech external hard drive delivers lightning-fast transfer speeds of up to 5 Gbps with USB 3.0 technology. Easily back up your files, transfer data, and store important documents. It s compatible with USB 2.0 and perfect for large files like HD movies, games, and videos.

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Maxone Portable External Hard Drive 500GB 2.5" HDD - USB 3.0 Ultra Slim Aluminum HDD Backup for PC/Desktop/Laptop/TV/Chromebook/Windows - Charcoal

What's Included Portable external hard drive, 19-inch(48.26cm) USB 3.0 hard drive cable, user's manual, 3-Year manufacturer warranty with free technical support service.

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Seagate FireCuda Gaming Hard Drive 2TB, External Hard Drive HDD, USB 3/2, RGB LED lighting, Data Rescue Services (STKL2000400)

Xbox Series Playstation 5 For saving only; To play the game, it must be installed

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ORICO Portable External Hard Drive 256GB, Up to 460MB/s, USB 3.0 and Type-C Portable External Expansion Storage for Phone, PC, Mac, Desktop, Laptop Office Devices, Gaming Devices - B5PLUS

Effortlessly Portable Orico portable external hard drive boasts a sleek and compact square design, mini dimensions of just 6.9cm x 6.2cm x 1.26cm 2.71 x 2.44 x 0.5inches, making it easy to hold and carry. Whether for daily commutes, business trips, or long journeys, it fits effortlessly into your backpack or pocket, ensuring your data security wherever you go, and allowing you to keep valuable information at your fingertips, convenient and efficient.

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Seagate Expansion Desktop 14TB, External Hard Drive, USB 3.0, Data Rescue Services (STKP14000400)

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Transcend 2TB StoreJet 25M3 USB 3.1 Portable Hard Drive Rugged, Anti-Shock Resistant, Compact and Lightweight with Lightning-Fast Speeds and a One Touch Backup Button (Iron Grey) TS2TSJ25M3

Offers Transcend Elite data management software and RecoveRx data recovery software

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Crucial X9 4TB Portable External SSD - Up to 1050MB/s, External Solid State Drive, Works with PlayStation, Xbox, PC and Mac, USB-C 3.2 - CT4000X9SSD902

Expand your storage Skip the monthly cloud storage fee and save more of the games, photos, videos and files you love with read speeds up to 1,050MB s. Load files up to 7.5x faster than portable hard drives and 100x faster than USB flash drives.

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WD 5TB My Passport portable external storage, external hard drive, USB 3.0, portable HDD with software for device management, backup and password protection, works with PC, Xbox &Playstation, Black

Every journey needs a passport. The My Passport drive is trusted, portable storage that gives you the confidence and freedom to drive forward in life. With a stylish design that fits in the palm of your hand, there s space to store, organize, and share your photos, videos, music, and documents. Perfectly paired with backup software and password protection, the My Passport drive helps keep your digital life's contents safe.

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Intenso Memory Case 5 TB Portable Hard Drive, Black

2.5 Inch (6,3cm) portable HDD with super speed 3.0 connection (compatible with USB 2.0)

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Kingston XS1000 1TB External SSD USB 3.2 Gen 2 Portable Solid State Drive Red - SXS1000R/1000G

Compact, pocket-sized form factor

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LaCie Mobile Drive Secure 4TB, Externe Harde Schijf Draagbare HDD, voor PC Mac iPad & iPhone, Rescue-Services (STLP4000400)

Works with PC, Mac, and iPad USB-C out of the box.

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Lexar ES3 External SSD 1TB, USB3.2 Gen2 Portable SSD, PSSD up to 1050MB/s Read, 1000MB/s Write, External Solid State Drive Compatible with iPhone15 Series/Mac/PS5/XBOX/Laptop/PC (LES3XXX001T-RNSNG)

On The Go Lexar external solid state drive ES3's thin, stylish, and durable metal design, weighs 42g and is only 10.5mm thick, making it smaller than a card and easily fits in your pocket. It comes with a Type-C cable for plug-and-play convenience.

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