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Need more room for your data or a fast, reliable way to triple back up your files?

An external hard drive is the world’s go to for convenient, portable, and reliable storage, offering extra capacity for your files, photos, videos, and important documents. It’s an ideal solution for expanding storage beyond your internal storage, securely backing up data, or transferring large amounts of information between devices.

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4TB Seagate One Touch STKZ4000400 2.5″ Portable External Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

SKU: STKZ4000400

R2,829.00Incl. VAT
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4TB Seagate Expansion 2.5″ External USB Powered HDD

SKU: STKM4000400

R2,841.00Incl. VAT
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5TB Seagate Basic STJL5000400 2.5″ Portable External Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

SKU: STJL5000400

R2,864.00Incl. VAT
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5TB Seagate One Touch Portable STKZ5000400 External Drive

SKU: STKZ5000400

R3,012.00Incl. VAT
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4TB Seagate One Touch STKC4000400 2.5″ Portable External Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

SKU: STKC4000400

R3,048.00Incl. VAT
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8TB Seagate Expansion 3.5″ External AC Powered HDD

SKU: STKP8000400

R3,495.00Incl. VAT
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4TB Seagate LaCie Mobile STLR4000400 2.5″ External Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

SKU: STLR4000400

R3,600.00Incl. VAT
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4TB Seagate LaCie Rugged STFR4000800 2.5″ External Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

SKU: STFR4000800

R3,759.00Incl. VAT
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5TB Seagate LaCie Mobile STLR5000400 2.5″ External Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

SKU: STLR5000400

R3,966.00Incl. VAT
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5TB Seagate LaCie 2.5″ External USB Powered HDD

SKU: STJJ5000400

R4,083.00Incl. VAT
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5TB Seagate LaCie Rugged STFR5000800 2.5″ External Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

SKU: STFR5000800

R4,093.00Incl. VAT
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4TB Seagate LaCie D2 Professional External HDD

SKU: STHA4000800

R4,380.00Incl. VAT
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10TB Seagate Expansion 3.5″ External HDD

SKU: STKP10000400

R4,518.00Incl. VAT
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1TB Seagate LaCie Rugged Pro USB Type-C External HDD

SKU: STHZ1000800

R5,438.00Incl. VAT
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8TB Seagate LaCie Professional STHA8000800 2.5″ External Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

SKU: STHA8000800

R6,209.00Incl. VAT
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2TB LaCie STNA2000400 External Rugged Pro5 SSD

SKU: STNA2000400

R7,370.00Incl. VAT

External Hard Drive Buying Guide: What to Look For in 2024

An external hard drive is a portable data storage device that connects to a computer or other compatible devices via USB, Thunderbolt, or other interfaces. It consists of a hard disk drive (HDD) or solid-state drive (SSD) housed in an enclosure, providing additional storage space for files, backups, and media.

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What to consider when buying an external drive?

Below we have listed several key features of an external hard drive that one must be on the lookout for when buying.

Storage Capacity:

It is always best to plan beforehand how much storage capacity you will need. One easy way to do this is to look Ranges from a few hundred gigabytes (GB) to several terabytes (TB).
Connectivity Options:
- USB (3.0/3.1/3.2): Common for most drives; offers fast data transfer speeds.
- Thunderbolt: Provides higher transfer rates, ideal for professionals working with large files.
- eSATA: Allows for high-speed connections, useful for desktop drives.
Portability:
- Size and Weight: Compact, lightweight designs are ideal for on-the-go users.
- Durability: Some drives are designed to withstand drops, spills, and extreme conditions (e.g., rugged or shock-resistant models).
Speed:
- RPM (Revolutions Per Minute): For HDDs, higher RPM (e.g., 7200 RPM) generally means faster data access.
- Read/Write Speeds: Measured in MB/s; SSDs (Solid State Drives) offer faster speeds than traditional HDDs.
Encryption and Security:
- Hardware or software encryption to protect sensitive data.
- Password protection features to prevent unauthorized access.
Compatibility:
- Ensure the drive is compatible with various operating systems (Windows, macOS, Linux) and devices.
Power Source:
- Bus-powered: Draws power from the computer via USB, making it more portable.
- External power supply: Generally found in larger, high-capacity drives.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the downside of external hard drives?

They are less secure, susceptible to fire and water damage.
How long do external hard drives last?

The average lifespan for an external hard drive is 3 - 5 years considering no damage occured to the drive.
What is an external hard drive?

It is a portable storage device with an enclosure and cable allowing a computing device to connect through interfaces to the hard drive.
Which is better external HDD or SSD?

HDDs are cheaper and you can get more storage space per rand. SSDs, however, are incredibly faster, lighter, more durable, and they use less energy.

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