External Hard Drive Connectors

If you're looking to expand the storage capacity of your devices, this selection of external hard drive connectors provides a seamless solution for transferring and accessing your important files quickly... and efficiently. Whether you're a photographer needing extra space for high-resolution images or a videographer working with large video files, these connectors offer the flexibility and convenience you need to keep your creative projects organized. 
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StarTech 19.7" USB 3.0 to SATA Hard Drive Adapter Cable

StarTech 19.7" USB 3.0 to SATA Hard Drive Adapter Cable

SKU: STB3S2SAT3CB
(42)

DESCRIPTION

A USB 3.0 to SATA adapter cable with UASP support for faster transfer speeds and easy drive access.

Pros
  • Works well with SSDs
  • Fast transfer speeds
  • Compact and portable
  • No need for drivers
  • Sturdy and high-quality cable
$17.99
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: startech

DESCRIPTION

A USB 3.0 to SATA adapter cable with UASP support for faster transfer speeds and easy drive access.
StarTech 6' Shielded External eSATA Cable

StarTech 6' Shielded External eSATA Cable

SKU: STESATA6
(1)

DESCRIPTION

A 6ft shielded eSATA cable for high-speed data transfer between desktop/laptop and external SATA storage devices.

Pros
  • Fast delivery
  • Good customer service
  • Reliable performance
$15.99
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: startech

DESCRIPTION

A 6ft shielded eSATA cable for high-speed data transfer between desktop/laptop and external SATA storage devices.
StarTech 3' Shielded External eSATA Cable

StarTech 3' Shielded External eSATA Cable

SKU: STESATA3

DESCRIPTION

A 3ft shielded eSATA cable with fast data transfer rate of up to 6 Gbps.

$13.99
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: startech

DESCRIPTION

A 3ft shielded eSATA cable with fast data transfer rate of up to 6 Gbps.
Samsung T7 1TB USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C Portable External SSD, Titan Gray

Samsung T7 1TB USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C Portable External SSD, Titan Gray

SKU: SSGMPC1T0TAM
(1053)

DESCRIPTION

A pocket-sized, gray external SSD with AES 256-bit encryption, PCIe NVMe technology, and fast read/write speeds up to 1050/1000 MB/s.

Pros
  • Sleek design
  • Easy setup and operation
  • Compact and portable size
  • Fast transfer speeds
  • Reliable and durable
$99.99
$109.99 Save: $10.00 (9%)
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: samsung

DESCRIPTION

A pocket-sized, gray external SSD with AES 256-bit encryption, PCIe NVMe technology, and fast read/write speeds up to 1050/1000 MB/s.
WD My Passport 4TB USB 3.2 Gen 1 External Hard Drive, Red

WD My Passport 4TB USB 3.2 Gen 1 External Hard Drive, Red

SKU: WDPKJ0040BRD
(462)

DESCRIPTION

A red, portable external hard drive with 4TB capacity, password protection, and automatic backup software.

Pros
  • Does the job
  • Efficient video transfer
  • Classic design
  • Reliable picture transfer
$124.99
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: wd

DESCRIPTION

A red, portable external hard drive with 4TB capacity, password protection, and automatic backup software.
WD My Passport Ultra 2TB USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 External Hard Drive, Blue

WD My Passport Ultra 2TB USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 External Hard Drive, Blue

SKU: WDC3C0020BBL
(194)

DESCRIPTION

A 2TB USB 3.0 Type-C external hard drive in blue, with password protection and hardware encryption.

Pros
  • High quality hardware
  • Fast speed
  • Reliable storage
  • Good value for the price
  • Easy to use
$89.99
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: wd

DESCRIPTION

A 2TB USB 3.0 Type-C external hard drive in blue, with password protection and hardware encryption.
WD My Passport Ultra 1TB USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 External Hard Drive, Silver

WD My Passport Ultra 1TB USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 External Hard Drive, Silver

SKU: WDC3C0010BSL
(194)

DESCRIPTION

A 1TB USB 3.0 Type-C external hard drive in silver, with password protection and hardware encryption.

Pros
  • Included adapter for easy connectivity
  • Reliable and high-quality storage
  • Ample storage capacity
  • Fast transfer speeds
  • Convenient USB-C port
$74.99
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: wd

DESCRIPTION

A 1TB USB 3.0 Type-C external hard drive in silver, with password protection and hardware encryption.
StarTech USB 3.0 and eSATA to SATA 6Gbps Hard Drive Docking Station

StarTech USB 3.0 and eSATA to SATA 6Gbps Hard Drive Docking Station

SKU: STDOCKU33EBV
(113)

DESCRIPTION

A versatile drive docking station with USB 3.0 and eSATA connectivity options, supporting SATA III and UASP for optimal performance.

Pros
  • Solid build
  • Dedicated power switch
  • Fast data transfers
  • Smart checks
  • Works on every platform
$68.99
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: startech

DESCRIPTION

A versatile drive docking station with USB 3.0 and eSATA connectivity options, supporting SATA III and UASP for optimal performance.
StarTech USB 3.0 and eSATA External Docking Station with Cooling Fan for 2.5 and 3.5" SATA III 6Gbps Hard Drives

StarTech USB 3.0 and eSATA External Docking Station with Cooling Fan for 2.5 and 3.5" SATA III 6Gbps Hard Drives

SKU: STSDOCKU33EF
(113)

DESCRIPTION

A versatile USB 3.0 and eSATA docking station with a built-in fan for optimal performance and longer drive lifespan.

Pros
  • High quality
  • Ideal for SSDs
  • Durable
  • Great performance
$74.99
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: startech

DESCRIPTION

A versatile USB 3.0 and eSATA docking station with a built-in fan for optimal performance and longer drive lifespan.
StarTech USB 3.0 Dual Hard Drive Docking Station with UASP for 2.5", 3.5" SSD - HDD SATA 6 Gbps

StarTech USB 3.0 Dual Hard Drive Docking Station with UASP for 2.5", 3.5" SSD - HDD SATA 6 Gbps

SKU: STSDOCK2U33
(113)

DESCRIPTION

A Dual hard drive docking station with USB 3.0 and UASP support for fast, simultaneous drive swapping.

$95.99
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: startech

DESCRIPTION

A Dual hard drive docking station with USB 3.0 and UASP support for fast, simultaneous drive swapping.
StarTech USB 3.0 to SATA Hard Drive Docking Station for 2.5" and 3.5" HDDs

StarTech USB 3.0 to SATA Hard Drive Docking Station for 2.5" and 3.5" HDDs

SKU: STSATDOCKU3S
(113)

DESCRIPTION

A USB 3.0 docking station for 2.5" and 3.5" SATA hard drives with transfer speeds up to 5Gbps.

Pros
  • Indicator light
  • Easy installation and use
  • Fast data transfer
  • Reliable performance
  • Compatibility with large drives
$70.99
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: startech

DESCRIPTION

A USB 3.0 docking station for 2.5" and 3.5" SATA hard drives with transfer speeds up to 5Gbps.
StarTech USB 3.0 to SATA 6Gbps IDE Docking Station for 2.5/3" Hard Drive and Solid State Drive

StarTech USB 3.0 to SATA 6Gbps IDE Docking Station for 2.5/3" Hard Drive and Solid State Drive

SKU: STUNIDOCKU33
(113)

DESCRIPTION

A USB 3.0 docking station that supports SATA and IDE hard drives, with fast data transfer speeds.

$102.99
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: startech

DESCRIPTION

A USB 3.0 docking station that supports SATA and IDE hard drives, with fast data transfer speeds.
WD Elements 22TB USB 3.0 External Desktop Hard Drive

WD Elements 22TB USB 3.0 External Desktop Hard Drive

SKU: WDBWLG22HBK
(112)

DESCRIPTION

A 22TB USB 3.0 external desktop hard drive in black, offering reliable, high-capacity storage with fast transfer rates.

$449.99
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KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: wd

DESCRIPTION

A 22TB USB 3.0 external desktop hard drive in black, offering reliable, high-capacity storage with fast transfer rates.
LaCie 1TB Rugged Mini Portable External Hard Drive, 5400 RPM, USB 3.0/2.0, Up to5Gbps USB 3.0 Transfer Rate, Orange

LaCie 1TB Rugged Mini Portable External Hard Drive, 5400 RPM, USB 3.0/2.0, Up to5Gbps USB 3.0 Transfer Rate, Orange

SKU: VDLARMDU31T
(91)

DESCRIPTION

A 1TB portable external hard drive in an iconic orange design, with shock, rain, and pressure resistance, USB 3.0 compatibility, and automatic backup software.

Pros
  • Durable and rugged design
  • Good customer service
  • Affordable price
  • Compact and portable
  • Reliable and works as advertised
$79.99
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: lacie

DESCRIPTION

A 1TB portable external hard drive in an iconic orange design, with shock, rain, and pressure resistance, USB 3.0 compatibility, and automatic backup software.
LaCie Rugged USB-C 3.0 4TB External Hard Drive

LaCie Rugged USB-C 3.0 4TB External Hard Drive

SKU: VDLFR4000800
(86)

DESCRIPTION

A rugged, orange USB-C 4TB external hard drive that is drop-, crush-, and rain-resistant for all-terrain use.

Pros
  • Excellent durability and reliability
  • Fast transfer speeds
  • Great capacity and portability
  • Easy to use and great functionality
  • USB-C connectivity and partitioning capability
$149.99
$159.99 Save: $10.00 (6%)
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: lacie

DESCRIPTION

A rugged, orange USB-C 4TB external hard drive that is drop-, crush-, and rain-resistant for all-terrain use.
LaCie Rugged USB-C 3.0 5TB External Hard Drive

LaCie Rugged USB-C 3.0 5TB External Hard Drive

SKU: VDLFR5000800
(86)

DESCRIPTION

A rugged, orange USB-C 3.0 5TB external hard drive that is drop-, crush-, and rain-resistant.

Pros
  • Affordable and great value for the storage capacity
  • Compact and portable design
  • Fast file transfer speeds
  • Rugged and durable construction
  • Reliable and dependable performance
$169.99
$179.99 Save: $10.00 (6%)
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: lacie

DESCRIPTION

A rugged, orange USB-C 3.0 5TB external hard drive that is drop-, crush-, and rain-resistant.
LaCie Rugged USB-C 3.0 2TB External Hard Drive, Bundle with Slinger HD-1 Portable Drive Case

LaCie Rugged USB-C 3.0 2TB External Hard Drive, Bundle with Slinger HD-1 Portable Drive Case

SKU: VDLARUSB2GBA
(86)

DESCRIPTION

A rugged, orange USB-C 3.0 2TB external hard drive that is drop-, crush-, and rain-resistant.

Pros
  • Rugged design
  • Solid build
  • Performs well
$117.94
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: lacie

DESCRIPTION

A rugged, orange USB-C 3.0 2TB external hard drive that is drop-, crush-, and rain-resistant.
LaCie Rugged USB-C 3.0 2TB External Hard Drive

LaCie Rugged USB-C 3.0 2TB External Hard Drive

SKU: VDLARUSB2GBN
(86)

DESCRIPTION

A rugged, orange external hard drive with 2TB capacity and USB-C interface for all-terrain use.

Pros
  • High-speed performance
  • Large capacity
  • Durability
  • Ease of use
  • Ruggedness
$104.99
$109.99 Save: $5.00 (5%)
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: lacie

DESCRIPTION

A rugged, orange external hard drive with 2TB capacity and USB-C interface for all-terrain use.
LaCie Rugged USB-C 3.0 2TB External Hard Drive - With HD-1 Portable Hard Drive Case

LaCie Rugged USB-C 3.0 2TB External Hard Drive - With HD-1 Portable Hard Drive Case

SKU: VDLFR400080C
(86)

DESCRIPTION

A rugged, orange USB-C 3.0 2TB external hard drive that is drop-, crush-, and rain-resistant.

$159.99
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: lacie

DESCRIPTION

A rugged, orange USB-C 3.0 2TB external hard drive that is drop-, crush-, and rain-resistant.
LaCie Rugged USB-C 3.0 5TB External Hard Drive - With HD-1 Portable Hard Drive Case

LaCie Rugged USB-C 3.0 5TB External Hard Drive - With HD-1 Portable Hard Drive Case

SKU: VDLFR500080C
(86)

DESCRIPTION

A rugged, orange USB-C external hard drive with 5TB capacity and drop, crush, and rain resistance.

Pros
  • Fast data transfer speed
  • Easy access to files
  • Solid build quality
  • Sturdy and durable
$185.95
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: lacie

DESCRIPTION

A rugged, orange USB-C external hard drive with 5TB capacity and drop, crush, and rain resistance.
StarTech 3.5" USB 3.0 SATA III External Hard Drive Enclosure with UASP, Silver

StarTech 3.5" USB 3.0 SATA III External Hard Drive Enclosure with UASP, Silver

SKU: STS3510SMU33
(73)

DESCRIPTION

A Silver USB 3.0 SATA III external hard drive enclosure with UASP for faster file transfers.

Pros
  • Prevents discs from sleeping
  • Successfully saved data
  • Great enclosure
$60.99
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: startech

DESCRIPTION

A Silver USB 3.0 SATA III external hard drive enclosure with UASP for faster file transfers.
StarTech USB 3.1 to 2.5" SATA HDD Enclosure with USB Type-C to Micro B Cable

StarTech USB 3.1 to 2.5" SATA HDD Enclosure with USB Type-C to Micro B Cable

SKU: ST251BPU31C3
(73)

DESCRIPTION

A compact and lightweight USB-C enclosure for 2.5" SATA SSDs/HDDs with USB 3.1 Gen 2 performance and tool-free design.

Pros
  • Fast performance
  • Lightweight
  • Tool-less design
  • Solid build quality
  • Easy to use
$30.49
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: startech

DESCRIPTION

A compact and lightweight USB-C enclosure for 2.5" SATA SSDs/HDDs with USB 3.1 Gen 2 performance and tool-free design.
StarTech 2.5" Aluminum USB 3.0 External SATA III SSD Hard Drive Enclosure

StarTech 2.5" Aluminum USB 3.0 External SATA III SSD Hard Drive Enclosure

SKU: STS2510BMU33
(73)

DESCRIPTION

A 2.5" USB 3.0 external SATA III SSD hard drive enclosure with UASP for faster performance.

Pros
  • Fast performance
  • Supports UASP for efficiency
  • Self-powered convenience
$32.99
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: startech

DESCRIPTION

A 2.5" USB 3.0 external SATA III SSD hard drive enclosure with UASP for faster performance.
WD My Passport Ultra 2TB USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 External Hard Drive for Mac, Silver

WD My Passport Ultra 2TB USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 External Hard Drive for Mac, Silver

SKU: WDKYJ0020BSL
(46)

DESCRIPTION

A 2TB silver external hard drive with USB-C technology and password protection for Mac users.

Pros
  • Sleek design and style
  • Good quality
  • Works well
  • Dependable and reliable
  • Easy to use
$89.99
KEY FEATURES
  • Brand: wd

DESCRIPTION

A 2TB silver external hard drive with USB-C technology and password protection for Mac users.
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External Hard Drive Connectors

As summer arrives and creative projects ramp up, the need for reliable, high-speed data management becomes more pressing—whether you’re a professional photographer capturing sun-drenched weddings, a filmmaker editing on location, or a student safeguarding important coursework. External hard drive connectors play a crucial role in this workflow, acting as the bridge between your storage devices and your computers, workstations, or even tablets. The right connector ensures swift, stable transfers, so you can back up hundreds of RAW images or hours of 4K video footage without a hitch. For those embarking on travel adventures or busy shooting schedules, a dependable connector means you can quickly offload and organize files, freeing up camera cards for the next burst of creativity. These connectors also provide peace of mind for anyone who values redundancy and backup—whether you’re archiving family memories or managing client deliverables, a robust connection reduces the risk of data loss and streamlines the entire process.

When choosing external hard drive connectors, several factors come into play, each tailored to the unique needs of different users. Speed is often at the forefront, especially for content creators working with large files; connectors supporting USB 3.2, Thunderbolt, or USB-C standards deliver the bandwidth required for seamless transfers. Compatibility is another key consideration. Many modern laptops and desktops feature a mix of ports, so selecting a connector that matches your device’s input—be it USB-A, USB-C, or even legacy connections—ensures hassle-free integration. Durability is equally important, especially for those who find themselves working outdoors or on the move; connectors with reinforced housings or braided cables can withstand the rigors of travel and frequent plugging and unplugging. For students, educators, and office professionals, a reliable connector can make the difference between a smooth presentation and a last-minute scramble. These connectors also make thoughtful gifts for tech enthusiasts or anyone upgrading their digital toolkit, offering a practical solution that enhances productivity and safeguards valuable data. If you’re looking to outfit your setup with the best options for secure, rapid file transfers, explore our curated selection and don’t forget to check out our comprehensive range of USB Cables For External Hard Drives to ensure every connection meets your needs, whether you’re working from a sunlit patio or a bustling studio.

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