External Desktop Drives
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External Desktop Drives
LaCie d2 Professional 24TB USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 External Hard Drive
SKU: VDLSTHA24800MFR: STHA24000800
(32)- Massive 24TB LaCie drive for pro-level storage.
- Fast USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 for 290MB/s transfer speed.
- Reliable 7200 RPM IronWolf Pro enterprise-class HDD.
- Aluminum enclosure with fan for optimal cooling.
- Works with USB4, Thunderbolt 4/3 & USB 3.0 ports.
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LaCie d2 Professional 16TB USB 3.1 Type-C External Hard Drive
SKU: VDLA16000800MFR: STHA16000800
(32)- Massive 16TB LaCie External Hard Drive storage capacity.
- Achieve 260MB/s transfer speed with USB 3.1 Type-C.
- Reliable 7200 RPM drive for professional workflows.
- Sleek LaCie d2 design complements any desktop setup.
- Backward compatible via USB-C to USB-A connectivity.
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Seagate 8TB Expansion Desktop USB 3.0 External Hard Drive
SKU: SETKP8400MFR: STKP8000400
(94)- Massive 8TB external hard drive storage capacity.
- Fast USB 3.0 for quick file transfers and backups.
- Desktop drive: reliable storage for all your needs.
- Includes Rescue Data Recovery Services for peace of mind.
- Compatible with Windows & macOS operating systems.
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WD My Book 8TB USB 3.2 Gen 1 External Desktop Hard Drive, Black
SKU: WDBBGB080HBKMFR: WDBBGB0080HBK-NESN
(315)- Massive 8TB external drive storage capacity.
- High-speed USB 3.2 Gen 1 for rapid transfers.
- WD reliability ensures secure data storage.
- Simple setup, compatible with Windows & Mac.
- WD Backup software included for data protection.
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WD Elements 20TB USB 3.0 Desktop External Hard Drive
SKU: WDBWLG200HBKMFR: WDBWLG0200HBK-NESN
(112)- Massive 20TB external hard drive storage capacity.
- Fast USB 3.0 for quick file transfer speed.
- WD Elements drive: reliable external storage.
- Desktop hard drive; ideal for PC and Mac.
- Simple setup; includes AC adapter and USB cable.
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LaCie 8TB d2 Professional USB 3.1 Type-C External Hard Drive, 7200 RPM, 240MB/s
SKU: VDLHA8000800MFR: STHA8000800
(32)- Massive 8TB External Hard Drive for pro-level storage.
- Fast 240MB/s transfer speed via USB 3.1 Type-C port.
- Reliable 7200 RPM HDD ensures consistent performance.
- Durable aluminum enclosure minimizes noise & vibration.
- Includes Rescue Data Recovery Services for peace of mind.
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Seagate Expansion 4TB USB 3.0 3.5" External Hard Drive
SKU: STKP4400MFR: STKP4000400
(94)- 4TB External Hard Drive: Ample desktop storage.
- USB 3.0: High-speed data transfers to your computer.
- Seagate Expansion Drive: Trusted brand, reliable.
- Simple setup: Easy install, start backups quickly.
- Data Recovery Services: Protect your important files.
WD My Book 12TB USB 3.2 Gen 1 External Desktop Hard Drive, Black
SKU: WDBGB0120HBKMFR: WDBBGB0120HBK-NESN
(315)- Massive 12TB External Desktop Drive storage capacity.
- Fast USB 3.2 Gen 1 for quick data transfer speeds.
- WD My Book: Trusted brand, reliable external storage.
- Password protection & Kensington security slot included.
- Formatted for Windows & Mac; simple setup process.
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Seagate One Touch Hub 20TB USB 3.0 Type-C External Desktop Hard Drive, Black
SKU: SESTLC24MFR: STLC20000400
(1)- Massive 20TB external drive for desktop storage.
- USB 3.0 Type-C ensures rapid data transfer speeds.
- Seamlessly compatible with Windows and macOS systems.
- Includes Rescue Data Recovery Services for peace of mind.
- Password encryption offers enhanced external drive security.
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WD Elements 16TB USB 3.0 Desktop External Hard Drive
SKU: WDBWLG160HBKMFR: WDBWLG0160HBK-NESN
(112)- Massive 16TB external hard drive storage capacity.
- Fast USB 3.0 transfer speed for quick file backups.
- WD Elements drive: Trusted brand, reliable storage.
- Desktop external drive; ideal for PC and Mac users.
- Includes 2-year warranty for data security assurance.
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WD Elements 24TB USB 3.2 Gen 1 External Desktop Hard Drive
SKU: WDBWLG240HBKMFR: WDBWLG0240HBK-NESN
(112)- Massive 24TB External Desktop Drive for ample storage.
- Fast USB 3.2 Gen 1 for quick 5Gb/s data transfers.
- WD Elements: Reliable External Hard Drive, 2-year warranty.
- Simple USB plug-and-play setup; Windows & macOS ready.
- Desktop Hard Drive: Ideal for home, office, or backup.
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LaCie d2 Professional 3.5" 4TB External Desktop Drive, 7200RPM, USB 3.1 Type C
SKU: VDLSTHA40800MFR: STHA4000800
(32)- 4TB External Desktop Drive: Ample storage capacity.
- Fast 240MB/s transfer speed via USB 3.1 Type-C.
- Reliable LaCie brand, a trusted storage solution.
- Durable 7200RPM HDD for demanding workloads.
- Compact design: External drive fits any desktop.
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SanDisk G-DRIVE PROJECT Thunderbolt 3 External Desktop Hard Drive
SKU: SDPHG1
- High-performance Thunderbolt 3 external hard drive.
- Up to 24TB storage capacity for large projects.
- Fast transfer speeds up to 260MB/s for efficiency.
- Reliable external desktop drive for creative pros.
- Premium aluminum enclosure with passive cooling.
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WD Elements 18TB USB 3.0 Desktop External Hard Drive
SKU: WDBWLG180HBKMFR: WDBWLG0180HBK-NESN
(112)- Massive 18TB external drive storage capacity.
- Fast USB 3.0 transfer speeds for quick backups.
- WD Elements: Trusted brand, reliable storage.
- Desktop hard drive; ideal for large file storage.
- Affordable price point for ample storage space.
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WD Elements 22TB USB 3.0 External Desktop Hard Drive
SKU: WDBWLG22HBKMFR: WDBWLG0220HBK-NESN
(112)- Massive 22TB: WD Elements external hard drive.
- Fast USB 3.0: Quick data transfers to your PC.
- WD Reliability: Trusted storage with 2-year warranty.
- Simple Setup: Plug-and-play, Windows & Mac ready*.
- Desktop Storage: High-capacity for all your files.
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WD My Book 18TB USB 3.2 Gen 1 External Desktop Hard Drive, Black
SKU: WDBGB0180HBKMFR: WDBBGB0180HBK-NESN
(315)- Massive 18TB external hard drive storage capacity.
- Fast USB 3.2 Gen 1 for quick data transfer speeds.
- WD My Book: Trusted brand, reliable desktop drive.
- Password protection & Kensington security slot.
- Formatted exFAT: Compatible with Windows & Mac.
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WD My Book 16TB USB 3.2 Gen 1 External Desktop Hard Drive, Black
SKU: WDBGB0160HBKMFR: WDBBGB0160HBK-NESN
(315)- Massive 16TB External Desktop Drive storage capacity.
- Fast USB 3.2 Gen 1 for quick data transfer speeds.
- WD My Book: Trusted brand, reliable external storage.
- Password protection plus Kensington security slot.
- Formatted for Windows & Mac; reformatting optional.
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WD Elements 8TB USB 3.0 Desktop External Hard Drive
SKU: WDBWLG080HBKMFR: WDBWLG0080HBK-NESN
(112)- Massive 8TB external hard drive storage capacity.
- Fast USB 3.0 transfer speeds for quick file access.
- Reliable WD brand ensures data safety and security.
- Desktop drive; ideal for PC & Mac compatibility.
- WD Elements: a trusted name in external storage.
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SanDisk Professional G-DRIVE 22TB USB-C External Desktop Hard Drive, Space Gray
SKU: SDPHF1A022TMFR: SDPHF1A-022T-NBAAD
(31)- Massive 22TB external drive for pro-level storage.
- Blazing-fast USB 3.2 Gen 2: 280MB/s transfer speed.
- Enterprise-class hard drive ensures data durability.
- Sleek desktop drive in space gray complements Macs.
- Reliable SanDisk Professional brand, 3-year warranty.
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WD Elements 10TB USB 3.0 Desktop External Hard Drive
SKU: WDBWLG100HBKMFR: WDBWLG0100HBK-NESN
(112)- Massive 10TB external hard drive storage capacity.
- Fast USB 3.0 transfer speed for quick file backups.
- WD Elements: Trusted brand, reliable data storage.
- Desktop external drive; simple setup, ready to use.
- 2-year warranty: Data protection and peace of mind.
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WD Elements 12TB USB 3.0 Desktop External Hard Drive
SKU: WDBG0120HBMFR: WDBWLG0120HBK-NESN
(112)- Massive 12TB external hard drive storage capacity.
- Fast USB 3.0 transfer speed for quick file backups.
- WD Elements drive: reliable desktop storage solution.
- Desktop external drive; ideal for PC and Mac users.
- Simple setup; includes AC adapter and USB-A cable.
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WD My Book 4TB USB 3.2 Gen 1 External Desktop Hard Drive, Black
SKU: WDBBGB040HBKMFR: WDBBGB0040HBK-NESN
(315)- Massive 4TB external drive for ample storage.
- Fast USB 3.2 Gen 1 for quick data transfers.
- WD My Book: Trusted brand, reliable storage.
- Desktop hard drive: Secure your important files.
- Simple setup, compatible with Windows & Mac.
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SanDisk Professional G-DRIVE 18TB USB-C External Desktop Hard Drive, Space Gray
SKU: SDPHF1A018TMFR: SDPHF1A-018T-NBAAD
(31)- Massive 18TB external desktop drive storage capacity.
- Fast 270MB/s transfer speed via USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C.
- Enterprise-class hard drive for reliable performance.
- Premium SanDisk Professional G-DRIVE; space gray finish.
- Formatted APFS; easily reformat for Windows 10+.
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Glyph Technologies Blackbox Pro 4TB External Rugged Desktop Hard Drive
SKU: GLBBPR4000MFR: BBPR4000
(6)- 4TB External Hard Drive: Ample desktop storage.
- 7200 RPM: Experience rapid data transfer speeds.
- USB-C (3.1 Gen 2): Up to 220MB/s transfer rate.
- Rugged Desktop Hard Drive: Reliable data backup.
- Glyph Technologies: 3-Year hardware warranty.
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SanDisk Professional G-DRIVE 6TB USB-C External Desktop Hard Drive, Space Gray
SKU: SDPHF1A006TMFR: SDPHF1A-006T-NBAAD
(31)- 6TB External Desktop Drive: Ample storage capacity.
- Fast 250MB/s: Quickly transfer files with USB 3.2.
- Enterprise-Class Hard Drive: Reliable performance.
- USB-C External Drive: Modern connectivity for Macs.
- SanDisk Professional: Trusted brand, 3-year warranty.
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Running out of storage on your desktop PC or laptop? Want to add a backup of all your photos and videos? The easiest way is by adding an external desktop drive. Whether it’s for one computer or all the devices in your house, an external drive is a great way to help make sure you don’t lose all your data as a result of a crash or other mishap.
What’s an external desktop drive?
External desktop drives are just like the hard drives inside your computer except they have their own enclosures. Usually they connect via USB to just about any device, Windows or Mac. Some models can also connect to your home network, though drives specifically for this use are called Network Attached Storage (NAS).
External desktop vs portable drives
External desktop drives are technically portable. They range in size, but most can fit into a backpack without issue. If you’re looking for something that fits easily in a computer bag, purse, or pocket, they’re too big for that. Instead, check out our External Portable Drives.
What storage capacities are available?
It’s easy to get a huge amount of hard drive space with an external desktop drive. Smaller models are in the 1-4TB range. Many models are available up to 16TB. If you’re backing up multiple computers or want to archive lots of video files, get the biggest drive you can afford.
A larger drive will also allow you to set up what’s called a RAID 1 array, which essentially saves your data twice on your single hard drive. While this decreases the total amount of storage space by half, you’ll have a better chance of recovering your data if there’s any issue with the drive in the future.
What interfaces are available?
Most external desktop drives connect with USB. Ideally, your computer will have USB 3.0 for fast transfer speeds. Some models have USB-C connections, but if your PC doesn’t have this, you can get a cable with USB-C on one end and the rectangular USB-A on the other.
Some models have Thunderbolt, which is common on Apple computers. A few have the eSATA interface, though these are more often saved for professional use.
What companies make external desktop drives?
You’ll find external desktop drives by Seagate, Western Digital, and more at Adorama.
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