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WD 24TB Elements External Hard Drive, Desktop HDD storage, USB 3.0 compatible, Fast Transfer rates, Plug-and-play storage for all your pictures, videos, music and documents, Black

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Generous Capacity Experience seamless storage expansion with up to 24TB of space. Elevate your storage capabilities with easy access to your cherished photos, music, videos, and files, seamlessly archived and readily accessible in one reliable device.
Plug-and-play expandability Simplify your data backup routine with a plug-and-play hard drive. Archive your important files and documents effortlessly, helping to keep your valuable data protected.
Transfer faster Experience fast data transfer speeds with USB 3.2 Gen 1, enabling you to quickly transfer and access your files with ease.

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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)

£ 319.99

£ 485.72

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

£ 52.01

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.

£ 69.49

£ 91.34

£ 94.99

WD 6TB Elements portable external hard drive, USB 3.0, portable external storage, Plug-and-Play, SuperSpeed USB 3.2 Gen 1, Formatted for PC and Mac, Black

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World s First 6TB 2.5 Portable Hard Drive - The WD Elements external hard drive with USB 3.0 offers a high storage capacity of up to 6 TB and high transfer rates.
Effortless Expandability This plug-and-play hard drive lets you expand your capacity in seconds, so you can keep your important files without any stress or complications.
Transfer faster Experience fast data transfer speeds with USB 3.2 Gen 1, enabling you to quickly access and share your files with ease.
Designed with the Planet in Mind The enclosure of this drive is composed of more than 50% post-consumer recycled plastic. Packaging is made of over 50% post-consumer recycled pulp and is fully recyclable.

LaCie Mobile Drive Secure 4TB, Portable External Hard Drive 2.5", PC Mac iPad & iPhone, Data Rescue Service (STLR4000400)

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Works with PC, Mac, and iPad USB-C out of the box.
Back up files with a single click or schedule automatic backups with LaCie Toolkit.
Drive case and packaging is constructed using post-consumer recycled aluminum, plastic, and packing materials.
Enjoy long-term peace of mind with the included three-year limited warranty and three-yr Rescue Data Recovery Services.

£ 124.99

£ 229.43

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

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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 4TB (up to 1050 MB/s read, 1,000MB/s write, USB-C, NVMe Solid State Performance, IP65 rated for dust and water resistance, Updated Firmware) Monterey

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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

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

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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)

ModusTech

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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.
Massive Storage Capacity for All Your Needs Choose between 320GB, 500GB, 1TB or 2TB of storage, perfect for backing up essential files, multimedia libraries, and applications. The ModusTech external hard drive offers ample space for your photos, music, videos, and other important data.
Plug-and-Play, No Software Installation Required Ready to use straight out of the box! ModusTech s external HDD is pre-formatted and works instantly with Windows, Mac, and gaming consoles like PS4 and Xbox One, Android Phones, iPhone 15 16 . Simply plug it in and start transferring your files without the need for additional software or drivers.
Durable, Shock-Resistant Design for Long-Lasting Use Built to last, the ModusTech external hard drive is designed with a rugged, anti-scratch casing to protect your data from everyday bumps and drops. Its shock-resistant design ensures your data remains safe during transport and handling, while the included 2-in-1 cable ensures secure and versatile connections wherever you go

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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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Sonnics 500GB Blue External Portable Hard drive USB 3.0 super fast transfer speed for use with Windows PC, Apple Mac, Smart tv, XBOX ONE & PS4

Reliable portable storage solution formatted to FAT32 for use with all operating systems mac os and windows

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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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WD_Black P10 6TB Game Drive, Portable External Hard Drive, Speeds Up to 130 MB/s, Works With Console, PC, Playstation, Xbox, Save Up to 125 games, Portable Game Drive, Black

Up to 6TB that can hold up to 150 games, so that you can save old favorites and still have room for new titles.

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Seagate Expansion Desktop 16TB, External Hard Drive, USB 3.0, Data Rescue Services (STKP16000400)

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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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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

Note This device should only be used with the compatible UL listed power supply

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SSK 1TB USB C Drive Up to 550MB/s, Fast USB Stick Dual Drive Type-c +USB A USB3.2 Gen2 Solid State Drive, External SSD USB Memory Stick for Android Phone Laptop Tablet Mac Business Travel Essential

SSK External SSD Dual USB C + USB A Equipped with an USB-C port and USB-A 3.2 port,the dual usb ssd flash drive allows you transfer data between smartphone tablet and computer more conveniently. Instantly release space or quickly move pictures or movies on your OTG enabled Android Type C phone, tablet, MacBook, Windows computer, car audio system, smart TV and more.

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Crucial X9 Pro 2TB Portable External SSD - Up to 1050MB/s Read/Write, External Solid State Drive, IP55 Water and Dust Resistant, USB-C 3.2 - CT2000X9PROSSD902

Powerful performance With read and write speeds up to 1,050MB s, the Crucial X9 Pro Portable SSD is powerful enough for editing directly from the drive and has high sustained performance of 975MB s writes throughout the drive's capacity.

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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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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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SanDisk Professional 4TB G-Drive ArmorATD, portable rugged external hard drive, HDD up to 130 MB/s, Dust, Drop, Shock & Water resistant, USB-C (5Gbps), USB 3.0, Thunderbolt 3

Rain-and dust-resistant (IP54) enclosure with a 1000lb crush resistance

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