What’s the difference between the Transcend StoreJet 25H3 and 25M3?

Transcend has two similar portable hard disk drives currently available on the market with the StoreJet 25H3 and StoreJet 25M3.

You can check out this comparison guide to see what the differences are between these two models.

Quick Summary

The Transcend StoreJet 25M3 Portable Hard Drive is a little smaller in size and lighter in weight when compared to the Transcend StoreJet 25H3 Portable Hard Drive.

The StoreJet 25M3 is also the only model to offer a 500 GB capacity option.

In terms of color variations, the 25H3 offers navy blue and purple while the 25M3 offers iron gray and military green.

Both products have the same USB 3.1 Gen 1 interface, operating system requirements, operating temperature, drop protection, plug-unplug durability and warranty length.

The two hard drives also come with a one touch auto backup button in addition to support for the Transcend Elite software.

StoreJet 25H3 vs. StoreJet 25M3 Comparison Chart

You can take a look at Seeking Tech’s comparison table for the StoreJet 25H3 and StoreJet 25M3 below.

Transcend StoreJet 25H3 Portable Hard DriveTranscend StoreJet 25M3 Portable Hard Drive
Capacity Options1 TB

2 TB

4 TB
500 GB

1 TB

2 TB

4 TB
Color OptionsNavy Blue

Purple
Iron Gray

Military Green
Dimensions1 TB StoreJet 25H3: 131.8 mm x 80.8 mm x 16.3 mm (or 5.19" x 3.18" x 0.64")

2 TB StoreJet 25H3: 131.8 mm x 80.8 mm x 16.3 mm (or 5.19" x 3.18" x 0.64")

4 TB StoreJet 25H3: 131.8 mm x 80.8 mm x 24.5 mm (or 5.19" x 3.18" x 0.96")
500 GB StoreJet 25M3: 129.5 mm x 80.8 mm x 16.1 mm (or 5.10" x 3.18" x 0.63")

1 TB StoreJet 25M3: 129.5 mm x 80.8 mm x 16.1 mm (or 5.10" x 3.18" x 0.63")

2 TB StoreJet 25M3: 129.5 mm x 80.8 mm x 16.1 mm (or 5.10" x 3.18" x 0.63")

4 TB StoreJet 25M3: 129.5 mm x 80.8 mm x 24.1 mm (or 5.10" x 3.18" x 0.95")
Weight1 TB StoreJet 25H3: 191 g (or 6.74 oz)

2 TB StoreJet 25H3: 191 g (or 6.74 oz)

4 TB StoreJet 25H3: 298 g (or 10.51 oz)
500 GB StoreJet 25M3: 185 g (or 6.53 oz)

1 TB StoreJet 25M3: 185 g (or 6.53 oz)

2 TB StoreJet 25M3: 185 g (or 6.53 oz)

4 TB StoreJet 25M3: 294 g (or 10.37 oz)
Storage Media Type2.5" Hark Disk Drive2.5" Hark Disk Drive
USB Typemicro USB to USB Type Amicro USB to USB Type A
USB Connection InterfaceUSB 3.1 Gen 1USB 3.1 Gen 1
Transcend Elite SoftwareSupportedSupported
One Touch Auto Backup ButtonIncludedIncluded
Operating System RequirementsMicrosoft Windows 7

Microsoft Windows 8

Microsoft Windows 10

Mac OS X 10.7 or later

Linux Kernel 2.6.31 or later
Microsoft Windows 7

Microsoft Windows 8

Microsoft Windows 10

Mac OS X 10.7 or later

Linux Kernel 2.6.31 or later
Operating Voltage5V5V
Plug-Unplug Durability10,000 cycles10,000 cycles
Drop Protection GradeMIL-STD-810G USMIL-STD-810G US
CertificatesBSMI

CE

EAC

FCC

KC

RCM
BSMI

CE

EAC

FCC

KC

RCM
Warranty3-Year Limited Warranty3-Year Limited Warranty
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Capacity Options

The 25M3 is the only model to offer a 500 GB capacity option.

You can find the available capacities for both below:

StoreJet 25H3:

  • 1 TB
  • 2 TB
  • 4 TB

StoreJet 25M3:

  • 500 GB
  • 1 TB
  • 2 TB
  • 4 TB

Color Options

You can also take a look at the color options below:

StoreJet 25H3:

  • Navy Blue
  • Purple

StoreJet 25M3:

  • Iron Gray
  • Military Green

Dimensions

The StoreJet 25M3 is slightly shorter in length and thickness when compared to the StoreJet 25H3. Both external HDDs have the same width.

You can find the measurements, which is displayed as Length x Width x Thickness, below:

  • 1 TB StoreJet 25H3: 131.8 mm x 80.8 mm x 16.3 mm (or 5.19″ x 3.18″ x 0.64″)
  • 2 TB StoreJet 25H3: 131.8 mm x 80.8 mm x 16.3 mm (or 5.19″ x 3.18″ x 0.64″)
  • 4 TB StoreJet 25H3: 131.8 mm x 80.8 mm x 24.5 mm (or 5.19″ x 3.18″ x 0.96″)
  • 500 GB StoreJet 25M3: 129.5 mm x 80.8 mm x 16.1 mm (or 5.10″ x 3.18″ x 0.63″)
  • 1 TB StoreJet 25M3: 129.5 mm x 80.8 mm x 16.1 mm (or 5.10″ x 3.18″ x 0.63″)
  • 2 TB StoreJet 25M3: 129.5 mm x 80.8 mm x 16.1 mm (or 5.10″ x 3.18″ x 0.63″)
  • 4 TB StoreJet 25M3: 129.5 mm x 80.8 mm x 24.1 mm (or 5.10″ x 3.18″ x 0.95″)

Weight

The StoreJet 25M3 also weighs a little less than the StoreJet 25H3 when you compare the same capacity options.

You can check out the weight specifications below:

  • 1 TB StoreJet 25H3: 191 g (or 6.74 oz)
  • 2 TB StoreJet 25H3: 191 g (or 6.74 oz)
  • 4 TB StoreJet 25H3: 298 g (or 10.51 oz)
  • 500 GB StoreJet 25M3: 185 g (or 6.53 oz)
  • 1 TB StoreJet 25M3: 185 g (or 6.53 oz)
  • 2 TB StoreJet 25M3: 185 g (or 6.53 oz)
  • 4 TB StoreJet 25M3: 294 g (or 10.37 oz)

Storage Media Type

The two products in this versus showdown use the 2.5″ Hark Disk Drive as the storage media type.

USB Type

The two portable HDDs utilize the micro USB to USB Type A connector.

USB Connection Interface

For the USB interface, both of these external storage drives use USB 3.1 Gen 1, which provides transfer rates of up to 5 Gbps.

Transcend Elite

Both also support Transcend Elite, which is a software you can use to set passwords to help keep the data stored on the drive secured.

One Touch Auto Backup Button

With the Transcend Elite, you can also use the one touch auto-backup button to copy all the files to another device. The same button can also be used to reconnect the external HDD to another device without having to unplug and replug the drive.

Operating System Requirements

The StoreJet 25H3 and StoreJet 25M3 support the following operating systems:

  • Microsoft Windows 7
  • Microsoft Windows 8
  • Microsoft Windows 10
  • Mac OS X 10.7 or later
  • Linux Kernel 2.6.31 or later

Operating Voltage

These storage drives have the same operating voltage of 5V.

Operating Temperature Range

The StoreJet 25H3 and StoreJet 25M3 have the same operating temperature range, which is from 5°C (41°F) to 55°C (131°F).

Plug-Unplug Durability

The two HDDs have been tested to last 10,000 plugs and unplugs.

Drop Protection Grade

When it comes to drop protection, both of the external storage drives in this comparison guide have passed the MIL-STD-810G US military transit drop test.

Certificates

The StoreJet 25H3 and StoreJet 25M3 have received the following certifications:

  • BSMI
  • CE
  • EAC
  • FCC
  • KC
  • RCM

Warranty

The Transcend StoreJet 25H3 Portable Hard Drive and Transcend StoreJet 25M3 Portable Hard Drive each comes with a 3-Year Limited Warranty.

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What’s the difference between the Rugged Mini, Secure and USB-C?

LaCie has three similar external hard disk drives. So, what are the main differences between the Mini, Secure and USB-C?

You can find out in this comparison guide for the LaCie portable HDDs.

Quick Summary

When compared to the Mini and USB-C models, the LaCie Rugged Secure is the only one to offer AES-256 hardware encryption.

The LaCie Rugged Secure and LaCie Rugged USB-C are also the only two external storage drives in this comparison to support USB Type-C ports right out of the box in addition to coming with 2 years’ worth of Rescue Data Recovery Services.

The three external HDDs have the same crush, drop and rain resistances.

So, if you want the most secured hard drive, then we recommend getting the LaCie Rugged Secure All-Terrain Encrypted Storage Drive. Otherwise, the LaCie Rugged USB-C Portable Drive is the more affordable model if you are planning to connecting an external HDD to an USB Type-C port.

If you are only planning an USB Type-A port, then the LaCie Rugged Mini Mobile Drive is the most affordable of these three options.

Rugged Mini vs. Rugged Secure vs. Rugged USB-C Comparison Chart

You can take a look at Seeking Tech’s comparison table for the Rugged hard disk drives below.

LaCie Rugged Mini Mobile DriveLaCie Rugged Secure All-Terrain Encrypted Storage DriveLaCie Rugged USB-C Portable Drive
Capacity Option and Model Numbers1 TB: LAC301558

2 TB: LAC9000298

4 TB: LAC9000633

5 TB: STJJ5000400
2 TB: STFR20004031 TB: STFR1000800

2 TB: STFR2000800

4 TB: STFR4000800

5 TB: STFR5000800
What’s in the BoxLaCie Rugged Mini drive

USB 3.0 cable (USB 2.0 compatible)

Quick Install Guide
LaCie Rugged Secure drive

USB-C (USB 3.1 5Gb/s) cable

USB-C to USB-A cable

Quick Install Guide
LaCie Rugged USB-C drive

USB-C (USB 3.1 5Gb/s) cable

USB-C to USB-A cable

Quick Install Guide
Weight1 TB and 2 TB LaCie Rugged Mini Mobile Drive: 0.661 lb or 0.3 kg

4 TB and 5 TB LaCie Rugged Mini Mobile Drive: 0.881 lb or 0.4 kg
2 TB LaCie Rugged Secure All-Terrain Encrypted Storage Drive: 0.220 lb or 0.1 kg1 TB and 2 TB LaCiIe Rugged USB-C Portable Drive: 0.220 lb or 0.1 kg

4 TB and 5 TB LaCiIe Rugged USB-C Portable Drive: 0.881 lb or 0.4 kg
Dimensions1 TB and 2 TB LaCie Rugged Mini Mobile Drive:
Length: 5.310 in or 135.0 mm
Width: 3.385 in or 86.0 mm
Height: 0.748 in or 19.0 mm

4 TB and 5 TB LaCie Rugged Mini Mobile Drive:
Length: 5.310 in or 135.0 mm
Width: 3.385 in or 86.0 mm
Height: 1.023 in or 26.0 mm
2 TB LaCie Rugged Secure All-Terrain Encrypted Storage Drive:
Length: 5.319 in or 135.1 mm
Width: 3.386 in or 86.0 mm
Height: 0.736 in or 18.7 mm
1 TB and 2 TB LaCiIe Rugged USB-C Portable Drive:
Length: 5.318 in or 135.1 mm
Width: 3.385 in or 86.0 mm
Height: 0.736 in or 18.7 mm

4 TB and 5 TB LaCiIe Rugged USB-C Portable Drive:
Length: 5.318 in or 135.1 mm
Width: 3.385 in or 86.0 mm
Height: 1.024 in or 26.0 mm
System RequirementsUSB 3.0 or USB 2.0 port

Windows 7, Windows 8 or Mac OS X 10.5 and later

Minimum 600 MB recommended free disk space
USB-C, USB 3.0 or USB 2.0 port

Windows 7 and later

Mac OS X 10.10 and later

Minimum 600 MB recommended free disk space
USB-C, USB 3.0 or USB 2.0 port

Windows 7 and later or Mac OS X 10.9 and later

Minimum 600 MB recommended free disk space
Transfer SpeedsUp to 130 MB per secondUp to 130 MB per secondUp to 130 MB per second
Hardware EncryptionNot supportedAES-256Not supported
Rescue Data Recovery ServicesNot included2 years2 years
SoftwareLaCie Toolkit Software SuiteLaCie Toolkit Software SuiteLaCie Toolkit Software Suite
Resistances4-ft (or 1.2m) Drop Resistance

1-Ton Car Crush Resistance

Rain Resistance
4-ft (or 1.2m) Drop Resistance

1-Ton Car Crush Resistance

Rain Resistance
4-ft (or 1.2m) Drop Resistance

1-Ton Car Crush Resistance

Rain Resistance
Warranty2-year limited warranty2-year limited warranty2-year limited warranty
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Capacity Option and Model Numbers

You can check out the capacity options, as well as the model numbers, below:

LaCie Rugged Mini Mobile Drive:

  • 1 TB: LAC301558
  • 2 TB: LAC9000298
  • 4 TB: LAC9000633
  • 5 TB: STJJ5000400

LaCie Rugged Secure All-Terrain Encrypted Storage Drive:

  • 2 TB: STFR2000403

LaCiIe Rugged USB-C Portable Drive:

  • 1 TB: STFR1000800
  • 2 TB: STFR2000800
  • 4 TB: STFR4000800
  • 5 TB: STFR5000800

What’s in the Box

You can also check out the content included inside each box for all three products below:

LaCie Rugged Mini:

  • LaCie Rugged Mini drive
  • USB 3.0 cable (USB 2.0 compatible)
  • Quick Install Guide

LaCie Rugged Secure:

  • LaCie Rugged Secure drive
  • USB-C (USB 3.1 5Gb/s) cable
  • USB-C to USB-A cable
  • Quick Install Guide

LaCie Rugged USB-C:

  • LaCie Rugged USB-C drive
  • USB-C (USB 3.1 5Gb/s) cable
  • USB-C to USB-A cable
  • Quick Install Guide

Weight

When it comes to weight, the LaCie Rugged Secure and LaCiIe Rugged USB-C are lighter than the LaCie Rugged Mini at 1 TB and 2 TB capacities.

The LaCie Rugged Mini and LaCiIe Rugged USB-C weigh the same at 4 TB and 5 TB capacities.

You can take a look at the weight specifications below:

  • 1 TB and 2 TB LaCie Rugged Mini Mobile Drive: 0.661 lb or 0.3 kg
  • 4 TB and 5 TB LaCie Rugged Mini Mobile Drive: 0.881 lb or 0.4 kg
  • 2 TB LaCie Rugged Secure All-Terrain Encrypted Storage Drive: 0.220 lb or 0.1 kg
  • 1 TB and 2 TB LaCiIe Rugged USB-C Portable Drive: 0.220 lb or 0.1 kg
  • 4 TB and 5 TB LaCiIe Rugged USB-C Portable Drive: 0.881 lb or 0.4 kg

Dimensions

The three external storage drives in this versus showdown are pretty close in terms of physical size when you compare the same capacity options.

You can find the measurements below:

1 TB and 2 TB LaCie Rugged Mini Mobile Drive:

  • Length: 5.310 in or 135.0 mm
  • Width: 3.385 in or 86.0 mm
  • Height: 0.748 in or 19.0 mm

4 TB and 5 TB LaCie Rugged Mini Mobile Drive:

  • Length: 5.310 in or 135.0 mm
  • Width: 3.385 in or 86.0 mm
  • Height: 1.023 in or 26.0 mm

2 TB LaCie Rugged Secure All-Terrain Encrypted Storage Drive:

  • Length: 5.319 in or 135.1 mm
  • Width: 3.386 in or 86.0 mm
  • Height: 0.736 in or 18.7 mm

1 TB and 2 TB LaCiIe Rugged USB-C Portable Drive:

  • Length: 5.318 in or 135.1 mm
  • Width: 3.385 in or 86.0 mm
  • Height: 0.736 in or 18.7 mm

4 TB and 5 TB LaCiIe Rugged USB-C Portable Drive:

  • Length: 5.318 in or 135.1 mm
  • Width: 3.385 in or 86.0 mm
  • Height: 1.024 in or 26.0 mm

System Requirements

You can find the system requirements for each of the three portable HDDs below:

LaCie Rugged Mini Mobile Drive:

  • USB 3.0 or USB 2.0 port
  • Windows 7, Windows 8 or Mac OS X 10.5 and later
  • Minimum 600 MB recommended free disk space

LaCie Rugged Secure All-Terrain Encrypted Storage Drive:

  • USB-C, USB 3.0 or USB 2.0 port
  • Windows 7 and later
  • Mac OS X 10.10 and later
  • Minimum 600 MB recommended free disk space

LaCiIe Rugged USB-C Portable Drive:

  • USB-C, USB 3.0 or USB 2.0 port
  • Windows 7 and later or Mac OS X 10.9 and later
  • Minimum 600 MB recommended free disk space

Transfer Speeds

In terms of transfer speeds, the Mini, Secure and USB-C models all have a maximum speed of up to 130 MB per second.

Hardware Encryption

The LaCie Rugged Secure All-Terrain Encrypted Storage Drive is the only product of the three to support hardware encryption as it uses AES-256 to keep data stored on the hard disk drive secured.

Rescue Data Recovery Services

The LaCie Rugged Secure All-Terrain Encrypted Storage Drive and LaCiIe Rugged USB-C Portable Drive are the only two products in this comparison guide to come with Lacie Rescue Data Recovery Services as the coverage will last for 2 years.

Software

All three of the external storage drives are compatible with the LaCie Toolkit Software Suite, a software you can use to perform backups and other functions.

Resistances

The Mini, Secure and USB-C offer the following resistances:

  • 4-ft (or 1.2m) Drop Resistance
  • 1-Ton Car Crush Resistance
  • Rain Resistance

Warranty

The LaCie Rugged Mini Mobile Drive, LaCie Rugged Secure All-Terrain Encrypted Storage Drive and LaCie Rugged USB-C Portable Drive each comes with a 2-year limited warranty.

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What’s the difference between the WD_BLACK D10 and WD_BLACK P10?

Western Digital has two similar hard disk drives made for gaming. So, what are the main differences between the WD_BLACK D10 and WD_BLACK P10?

You can find out in this comparison guide between the two external HDDs.

Quick Summary

The WD_BLACK D10 Game Drive is a lot faster than the WD_BLACK P10 at maximum sequential reading. Furthermore, the D10 offers bigger capacities in addition to being the only one of the two products to come with USB Type-A charging ports.

So, if you want the best speeds and/or most storage space, then the WD_BLACK D10 Game Drive is the best out of these options.

On the other hand, the WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive is smaller and lighter. It also doesn’t need to be plugged into a power outlet like the D10. So, if you don’t mind sacrificing speed for portability, then the P10 may be the better option.

WD_BLACK D10 vs. WD_BLACK P10 Comparison Chart

You can take a look at Seeking Tech’s comparison table for the WD_BLACK D10 and WD_BLACK P10 below.

Western Digital WD_BLACK D10 Game DriveWestern Digital WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive
Capacity Options8 TB

12 TB
1 TB

2 TB

3 TB

4 TB

5 TB
Xbox Edition?YesYes
Model Numbers8 TB WD_BLACK D10 Game Drive: WDBA3P0080HBK

12 TB WD_BLACK D10 Game Drive for Xbox: WDBA5E0120HBK
2 TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive: WDBA2W0020BBK-WESN

4 TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive: WDBA3A0040BBK-WESN

5 TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive: WDBA3A0050BBK-WESN

1 TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: WDBA6U0010BBK-WESN

2 TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: WDBA6U0020BBK-WESN

3 TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: WDBA5G0030BBK-WESN

4 TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: WDBA5G0040BBK-WESN

5 TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: WDBA5G0050BBK-WESN
What’s in the BoxWestern Digital WD_BLACK D10 Game Drive HDD

USB Type-A to Micro-B Cable

AC Adapter and Plug

Quick Install Guide
Western Digital WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive

USB Type-A to Micro-B Cable

Quick Install Guide
Dimensions8 TB WD_BLACK D10: 195.00 mm x 125.00 mm x 44.00 mm (or 7.68 in x 4.92 in x 1.73 in)

12 TB WD_BLACK D10 for Xbox: 195.00 mm x 125.00 mm x 44.00 mm (or 7.68 in x 4.92 in x 1.73 in)
2 TB WD_BLACK P10: 118 mm x 88 mm x 12.8 mm (or 4.65 in x 3.46 in x 0.50 in)

4 TB WD_BLACK P10: 118 mm x 88 mm x 20.8 mm (or 4.65 in x 3.46 in x 0.82 in)

5 TB WD_BLACK P10: 118 mm x 88 mm x 20.8 mm (or 4.65 in x 3.46 in x 0.82 in)

1 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: 118 mm x 88 mm x 12.8 mm (or 4.65 in x 3.46 in x 0.50 in)

2 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: 118 mm x 88 mm x 12.8 mm (or 4.65 in x 3.46 in x 0.50 in)

3 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: 118 mm x 88 mm x 20.8 mm (or 4.65 in x 3.46 in x 0.82 in)

4 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: 118 mm x 88 mm x 20.8 mm (or 4.65 in x 3.46 in x 0.82 in)

5 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: 118 mm x 88 mm x 20.8 mm (or 4.65 in x 3.46 in x 0.82 in)
Weight8 TB WD_BLACK D10: 2.16 lbs.

12 TB WD_BLACK D10 for Xbox: 2.16 lbs.
2 TB WD_BLACK P10: 0.31 lb.

4 TB WD_BLACK P10: 0.52 lb.

5 TB WD_BLACK P10: 0.52 lb.

1 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: 0.31 lb.

2 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: 0.31 lb.

3 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: 0.52 lb.

4 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: 0.52 lb.

5 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: 0.52 lb.
Charging Ports2x 7.5W USB Type-A charging portsNone
InterfaceUSB 3.2 Gen 1USB 3.2 Gen 1
Device CompatiblyPlayStation 4

PlayStation 4 Pro

PlayStation 5

Xbox One

Xbox One S

Xbox One X

Xbox Series S

Xbox Series X

Windows 8.1

Windows 10

Mac OS 10.11+
PlayStation 4

PlayStation 4 Pro

PlayStation 5

Xbox One

Xbox One S

Xbox One X

Xbox Series S

Xbox Series X

Windows 8.1

Windows 10

Mac OS 10.11+
Maximum Sequential Read Speed8 TB WD_BLACK D10: Up to 250 MB per second

12 TB WD_BLACK D10 for Xbox: Up to 250 MB per second
2 TB WD_BLACK P10: Up to 140 MB per second

4 TB WD_BLACK P10: Up to 140 MB per second

5 TB WD_BLACK P10: Up to 140 MB per second

1 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: Up to 130 MB per second

2 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: Up to 130 MB per second

3 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: Up to 130 MB per second

4 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: Up to 130 MB per second

5 TB WD_BLACK P10 or Xbox: Up to 130 MB per second
Operating Temperature Range5°C to 35°C5°C to 35°C
Storage Temperature Range-20°C to 65°C-20°C to 65°C
Warranty3-year limited warranty3-year limited warranty
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Capacity Options

The WD_BLACK D10 offers bigger capacity options when compared to the WD_BLACK P10. As a result, you will be able to store a lot more games with the D10.

You can check out the available capacities below:

WD_BLACK D10:

  • 8 TB
  • 12 TB

WD_BLACK P10:

  • 1 TB
  • 2 TB
  • 3 TB
  • 4 TB
  • 5 TB

Xbox Edition

In addition to a regular edition, there is also an Xbox edition for these external hard disk drives.

Along with the Xbox branding, these versions also come with a 1-month trial offer for the Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. This offer is only for new Xbox Game Pass members, however.

Model Numbers

You can also find the model number for each of the available capacity for both products below:

  • 8 TB WD_BLACK D10 Game Drive: WDBA3P0080HBK
  • 12 TB WD_BLACK D10 Game Drive for Xbox: WDBA5E0120HBK
  • 2 TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive: WDBA2W0020BBK-WESN
  • 4 TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive: WDBA3A0040BBK-WESN
  • 5 TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive: WDBA3A0050BBK-WESN
  • 1 TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: WDBA6U0010BBK-WESN
  • 2 TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: WDBA6U0020BBK-WESN
  • 3 TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: WDBA5G0030BBK-WESN
  • 4 TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: WDBA5G0040BBK-WESN
  • 5 TB WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive for Xbox: WDBA5G0050BBK-WESN

What’s in the Box

The D10 needs to be plugged into a separate power outlet, as it comes with an AC adapter and plug, while the P10 doesn’t.

You can take a look at the content included inside each box for these gaming hard drives below:

WD_BLACK D10:

  • Western Digital WD_BLACK D10 Game Drive HDD
  • USB Type-A to Micro-B Cable
  • AC Adapter and Plug
  • Quick Install Guide

WD_BLACK P10:

  • Western Digital WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive
  • USB Type-A to Micro-B Cable
  • Quick Install Guide

Dimensions

The D10 is all around bigger than the P10.

You can find the measurements, which is displayed as Length x Width x Thickness, below:

  • 8 TB WD_BLACK D10: 195.00 mm x 125.00 mm x 44.00 mm (or 7.68 in x 4.92 in x 1.73 in)
  • 12 TB WD_BLACK D10 for Xbox: 195.00 mm x 125.00 mm x 44.00 mm (or 7.68 in x 4.92 in x 1.73 in)
  • 2 TB WD_BLACK P10: 118 mm x 88 mm x 12.8 mm (or 4.65 in x 3.46 in x 0.50 in)
  • 4 TB WD_BLACK P10: 118 mm x 88 mm x 20.8 mm (or 4.65 in x 3.46 in x 0.82 in)
  • 5 TB WD_BLACK P10: 118 mm x 88 mm x 20.8 mm (or 4.65 in x 3.46 in x 0.82 in)
  • 1 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: 118 mm x 88 mm x 12.8 mm (or 4.65 in x 3.46 in x 0.50 in)
  • 2 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: 118 mm x 88 mm x 12.8 mm (or 4.65 in x 3.46 in x 0.50 in)
  • 3 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: 118 mm x 88 mm x 20.8 mm (or 4.65 in x 3.46 in x 0.82 in)
  • 4 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: 118 mm x 88 mm x 20.8 mm (or 4.65 in x 3.46 in x 0.82 in)
  • 5 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: 118 mm x 88 mm x 20.8 mm (or 4.65 in x 3.46 in x 0.82 in)

Weight

The WD_BLACK D10 also weighs a lot more than the WD_BLACK P10.

You can check out the weight specifications below:

  • 8 TB WD_BLACK D10: 2.16 lbs.
  • 12 TB WD_BLACK D10 for Xbox: 2.16 lbs.
  • 2 TB WD_BLACK P10: 0.31 lb.
  • 4 TB WD_BLACK P10: 0.52 lb.
  • 5 TB WD_BLACK P10: 0.52 lb.
  • 1 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: 0.31 lb.
  • 2 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: 0.31 lb.
  • 3 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: 0.52 lb.
  • 4 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: 0.52 lb.
  • 5 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: 0.52 lb.

Charging Ports

The WD_BLACK D10 is the only one to come with two 7.5W USB Type-A charging ports that you can use to recharge various devices.

Interface

When it comes to the interface, both of these external storage drives use USB 3.2 Gen 1, which will provide transfer speeds of up to 5 Gbps.

Device Compatibly

The WD_BLACK D10 and WD_BLACK P10 are compatible with the following devices:

  • PlayStation 4
  • PlayStation 4 Pro
  • PlayStation 5
  • Xbox One
  • Xbox One S
  • Xbox One X
  • Xbox Series S
  • Xbox Series X
  • Windows 8.1
  • Windows 10
  • Mac OS 10.11+

Maximum Sequential Read Speed

The WD_BLACK D10 is 110 MB per second faster, or 78.57% faster, than the WD_BLACK P10 at maximum sequential reading.

The D10 is also 120 MB per second faster, or 92.31% faster, than the WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox.

You can check out the maximum sequential read speeds below:

  • 8 TB WD_BLACK D10: Up to 250 MB per second
  • 12 TB WD_BLACK D10 for Xbox: Up to 250 MB per second
  • 2 TB WD_BLACK P10: Up to 140 MB per second
  • 4 TB WD_BLACK P10: Up to 140 MB per second
  • 5 TB WD_BLACK P10: Up to 140 MB per second
  • 1 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: Up to 130 MB per second
  • 2 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: Up to 130 MB per second
  • 3 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: Up to 130 MB per second
  • 4 TB WD_BLACK P10 for Xbox: Up to 130 MB per second
  • 5 TB WD_BLACK P10 or Xbox: Up to 130 MB per second

Operating Temperature Range

The WD_BLACK D10 and WD_BLACK P10 have the same operating temperature range, which is from 5°C to 35°C.

Storage Temperature Range

These two gaming HDDs also have the same storage temperature range, which is from -20°C to 65°C.

Warranty

The Western Digital WD_BLACK D10 Game Drive and Western Digital WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive each comes with a 3-year limited warranty.

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What’s the difference between the old and new Seagate Game Drive for Xbox?

In 2021, Seagate released a new version of the Xbox Game Drive. So, how does it stack up against the original?

You can find out in this comparison guide between these two external hard disk drives.

Quick Summary

When compared to the older Xbox Game Drive, the new version adds a built-in LED bar that will display the Xbox green mood lighting.

On the other hand, the old version is the only one out of these two products to offer a 5 TB capacity option.

In terms of compatibility, both products support the Xbox One, Xbox One S, Xbox One X, Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X.

New vs. Old Seagate Game Drive for Xbox Comparison Chart

You can take a look at Seeking Tech’s comparison table for the new and old versions of the Xbox Game Drive below.

New Seagate Game Drive for XboxOld Seagate Game Drive for Xbox
What’s in the BoxNew Game Drive for Xbox

18-inch (45.72cm) USB 3.0 cable

Rescue Data Recovery Services

Quick start guide
Old Game Drive for Xbox

18-inch (45.72cm) USB 3.0 cable

Rescue Data Recovery Services

Quick start guide
Capacity Options2 TB

4 TB
2 TB

4 TB

5 TB
Dimensions2 TB New Xbox Game Drive: 4.823 in x 3.15 in x 0.571 in (or 122.5 mm x 80 mm x 14.5 mm)

4 TB New Xbox Game Drive: 4.823 in x 3.189 in x 0.846 in (or 122.5 mm x 81 mm x 21.5 mm)
2 TB Old Xbox Game Drive: 4.606 in x 3.15 in x 0.583 in (or 117 mm x 80 mm x 14.8 mm)

4 TB Old Xbox Game Drive: 4.606 in x 3.15 in x 0.819 in (or 117 mm x 80 mm x 20.8 mm)

5 TB Old Xbox Game Drive: 4.606 in x 3.15 in x 0.819 in (or 117 mm x 80 mm x 20.8 mm)
Weight2 TB New Xbox Game Drive: 0.368 lb. (or 0.167 kg)

4 TB New Xbox Game Drive: 0.586 lb. (or 0.266 kg)
2 TB Old Xbox Game Drive: 0.373 lb. (or 0.169 kg)

4 TB Old Xbox Game Drive: 0.529 lb. (or 0.24 kg)

5 TB Old Xbox Game Drive: 0.529 lb. (or 0.24 kg)
USB InterfaceUSB 3.2 Gen 1USB 3.2 Gen 1
Game Storage2 TB New Xbox Game Drive: 50+ games

4 TB New Xbox Game Drive: 100+ games
2 TB Old Xbox Game Drive: 50+ games

4 TB Old Xbox Game Drive: 100+ games

5 TB Old Xbox Game Drive: 125+ games
Xbox System CompatibilityXbox One

Xbox One S

Xbox One X

Xbox Series S

Xbox Series X
Xbox One

Xbox One S

Xbox One X

Xbox Series S

Xbox Series X
Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X SupportStore Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X games

Store backwards compatible Xbox, Xbox 360 and Xbox One games

Play backwards compatible Xbox, Xbox 360 and Xbox One games
Store Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X games

Store backwards compatible Xbox, Xbox 360 and Xbox One games

Play backwards compatible Xbox, Xbox 360 and Xbox One games
Built-in LED Bar?YesNo
Built-in LED Bar1-year warranty1-year warranty
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What’s in the Box

You can check out the content included inside each new retail box for both of these external storage products below:

New Xbox Seagate Game Drive:

  • New Game Drive for Xbox
  • 18-inch (45.72cm) USB 3.0 cable
  • Rescue Data Recovery Services
  • Quick start guide

Old Xbox Seagate Game Drive:

  • Old Game Drive for Xbox
  • 18-inch (45.72cm) USB 3.0 cable
  • Rescue Data Recovery Services
  • Quick start guide

Capacity Options

When it comes to available capacities, the older version of the Xbox Game Drive offers a 5 TB option while the new version doesn’t.

You can find a breakdown of the available options below:

New Xbox Seagate Game Drive:

  • 2 TB
  • 4 TB

Old Xbox Seagate Game Drive:

  • 2 TB
  • 4 TB
  • 5 TB

Dimensions

When you compare the same capacity options, the new 2 TB HDD is longer while the older 2 TB HDD is slightly thicker.

The newer 4 TB HDD is all around bigger than the older 4TB HDD.

You can find the exact measurements below:

  • 2 TB New Xbox Game Drive: 4.823 in x 3.15 in x 0.571 in (or 122.5 mm x 80 mm x 14.5 mm)
  • 4 TB New Xbox Game Drive: 4.823 in x 3.189 in x 0.846 in (or 122.5 mm x 81 mm x 21.5 mm)
  • 2 TB Old Xbox Game Drive: 4.606 in x 3.15 in x 0.583 in (or 117 mm x 80 mm x 14.8 mm)
  • 4 TB Old Xbox Game Drive: 4.606 in x 3.15 in x 0.819 in (or 117 mm x 80 mm x 20.8 mm)
  • 5 TB Old Xbox Game Drive: 4.606 in x 3.15 in x 0.819 in (or 117 mm x 80 mm x 20.8 mm)

Weight

The new Xbox Game Drive is also heavier than the original model.

You can find the weight specifications below:

  • 2 TB New Xbox Game Drive: 0.368 lb. (or 0.167 kg)
  • 4 TB New Xbox Game Drive: 0.586 lb. (or 0.266 kg)
  • 2 TB Old Xbox Game Drive: 0.373 lb. (or 0.169 kg)
  • 4 TB Old Xbox Game Drive: 0.529 lb. (or 0.24 kg)
  • 5 TB Old Xbox Game Drive: 0.529 lb. (or 0.24 kg)

USB Interface

Both the new and old Xbox Game Drives use the USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface.

Game Storage

When comparing the same capacities, you should be able to store the same number of games with the new and old models of the Xbox game drives.

You can find the estimated number of games that can be stored for each capacity below:

  • 2 TB New Xbox Game Drive: 50+ games
  • 4 TB New Xbox Game Drive: 100+ games
  • 2 TB Old Xbox Game Drive: 50+ games
  • 4 TB Old Xbox Game Drive: 100+ games
  • 5 TB Old Xbox Game Drive: 125+ games

The aforementioned numbers are based on the average game size being between 35 GB to 50 GB.

Xbox System Compatibility

The new and old versions of the Seagate Game Drive for Xbox can be used with the Xbox One, Xbox One S, Xbox One X, Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X.

Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X Support

When it comes to support for Microsoft newest console, you can store Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X games in addition to backwards compatible Xbox, Xbox 360 and Xbox One games on both Game Drives.

You can also play backwards compatible Xbox, Xbox 360 and Xbox One directly of these external storages.

To play Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X games, you will need to use the internal solid state drive of your console or the Seagate Storage Expansion Card for Xbox Series X|S.

Built-in LED Bar

With the new model, Seagate added a built-in LED bar that will display the iconic Xbox green glow.

Warranty

The New Seagate Game Drive for Xbox and Old Seagate Game Drive for Xbox each comes with a 1-year warranty.

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PS5 Console Storage vs. M.2 SSD Storage vs. USB Extended Storage

With the PlayStation 5, as well as the PlayStation 5 Digital Edition, you can use up to three different storage types. So, what are the differences between the Console Storage, M.2 SSD Storage and USB Extended Storage?

You can find out in this comparison guide from Seeking Tech.

What is the Console Storage on PS5?

The Console Storage refers to the built-in solid state drive of the PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Digital Edition.

What is the M.2 SSD Storage on PS5?

The M.2 SSD Storage refers to the solid state drive that is currently installed on the M.2 slot of the PlayStation 5 system.

What is the USB Extended Storage on PS5?

The USB Extended Storage refers to the external hard disk drive or external solid state drive that is connected to the USB Type-A port or USB Type-C port of the PlayStation 5 system.

Requirements

When it comes to requirements, the Console Storage is built right into the PS5. Thus, it doesn’t have any requirements.

The M.2 SSD Storage has the most complicated requirements as the PlayStation 5 only supports the PCIe Gen4 x4 interface with a maximum sequential reading speed of at least 5500 MB per second as well as a socket type of Socket 3 (Key M). Furthermore, a single-sided or double-sided heatsink is also recommended.

The overall size of the M.2 should be no more than 110 mm (or 4.33 in) in length and 25 mm (or 0.984 in) in width. Moreover, the SSD should be not taller than 11.25 mm (or 0.442 in) with 2.45 mm (0.096 in) of clearance below the SSD as well as 8 mm (0.314 in) clearance above the SSD.

For the USB Extended Storage, you need either a USB Type-A connector or USB Type-C connector with the SuperSpeed USB (5 Gbps) or later.

Capacity

The Console Storage of the PlayStation 5 has a capacity of 825 GB. However, a good chunk of the free space is reserved for the system files. Therefore, you have a very limited amount of space available.

With the M.2 SSD Storage, the capacity ranges from a required minimum of 250 GB to a maximum of 4 TB.

The USB Extended Storage offers the biggest capacities with a maximum of 8 TB. It also has a minimum capacity requirement of 250 GB.

Installation

The Console Storage doesn’t require any installation as the SSD is already soldered onto the motherboard of the PlayStation 5.

The M.2 SSD Storage easily has the most complicated process as it requires you to remove the outer case of the system. To find out how you can install the FireCuda 530, WD_BLACK SN850 and AORUS 7000S to your PS5, you can check out this tutorial.

The installation process for the USB Extended Storage is simpler although you do need to format the drive. To see how you can format the Samsung T5 and Samsung T7 for the PS5, you can check out this guide.

File Types

The Console Storage offers the best compatibility when it comes to storing different file types. With the internal solid state drive of the PlayStation 5, you can store PS5 games, PS4 games, saved data, screen shots and video clips.

With the M.2 SSD Storage and USB Extended Storage, you can only store PS5 and PS4 games.

Speed

The Console Storage and M.2 SSD Storage should be much faster than the USB Extended Storage when it comes to reading and writing speeds.

Playing Games

You can play both PS5 games as well as backwards compatible PS4 games directly on the Console Storage and M.2 SSD Storage.

With the USB Extended Storage, you can only play backwards compatible PS4 games.

Where to find the Console Storage, M.2 SSD Storage and USB Extended Storage?

To find the location of your Console Storage, M.2 SSD Storage and USB Extended Storage in the PlayStation 5 menus, you need to take the following steps:

1. You should be in the Home Screen on the PlayStation 5. This is the main system menu where you can go to the PlayStation Store, select which videogame to play and more.

If you are playing a game or using an application on the PS5, you can press and hold the PS button on your DualSense controller to bright up the Home Screen.

2. From the Home Screen, you need to get to Settings.

You can do so by selecting the “Settings” option, which has the gear icon, located on the top right corner of the Home Screen.

3. Inside the “Settings” menu, you need to select the “Storage” option.

4. Inside the “Storage” menu, you will find the Console Storage, M.2 SSD Storage and USB Extended Storage.

You can use this menu to reformat a drive, delete files and move files between the three storage types.

How to format SSD-PG, SSD-PUT and MiniStations for Xbox Series X and S

The Buffalo MiniStation, MiniStation Extreme NFC, MiniStation Thunderbolt, SSD-PG and SSD-PUT can be used as external storage drives for both the new Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S consoles.

You can check out this guide at Seeking Tech to see how you can format these hard disk drives and solid state drives for your Xbox.

Xbox Series X and S Compatible Buffalo External HDDs and SSDs

This guide will cover the following compatible external HDDs and SSDs from Buffalo:

  • 1 TB Buffalo MiniStation Portable Hard Disk Drive (Model Number: HD-PCF1.0U3BB)
  • 2 TB Buffalo MiniStation Portable Hard Disk Drive (Model Number: HD-PCF2.0U3GB)
  • 1 TB Buffalo MiniStation Extreme NFC Portable Hard Disk Drive (Model Number: HD-PZN1.0U3B)
  • 2 TB Buffalo MiniStation Extreme NFC Portable Hard Disk Drive (Model Number: HD-PZN2.0U3B)
  • 1 TB Buffalo MiniStation Thunderbolt Portable Hard Disk Drive (Model Number: HD-PA1.0TU3)
  • 2 TB Buffalo MiniStation Thunderbolt Portable Hard Disk Drive (Model Number: HD-PA2.0TU3)
  • 500 GB Buffalo SSD-PG Rugged and Portable Solid State Drive (Model Number: SSD-PG500U3B)
  • 1 TB Buffalo SSD-PG Rugged and Portable Solid State Drive (Model Number: SSD-PG1.0U3B)
  • 500 GB Buffalo SSD-PUT Rugged and Portable Solid State Drive Stick (Model Number: SSD-PUT500U3B)
  • 1 TB: Buffalo SSD-PUT Rugged and Portable Solid State Drive Stick (Model Number: SSD-PUT1.0U3B)

What types of Xbox games can you store on SSD-PG, SSD-PUT and MiniStations?

You can store backwards compatible Xbox, Xbox 360 and Xbox One games, in addition to the native Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S games, on all of the aforementioned Buffalo external storage drives.

What types of Xbox games can you play on SSD-PG, SSD-PUT and MiniStations?

You should be able to play backwards compatible Xbox, Xbox 360 and Xbox One games directly from the MiniStation, MiniStation Extreme NFC, MiniStation Thunderbolt, SSD-PG and SSD-PUT on both the Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X consoles.

These external drives are too slow to play native Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S games. Instead, you will need to move the game files from the external storage into either the internal storage or the Seagate Storage Expansion Card.

Do you need to format your Buffalo drive for Xbox Series X and S?

If you already format your external Buffalo drive on the Xbox One, Xbox One S or Xbox One X, then you won’t need to format it again for use with the Xbox Series X or Xbox Series S.

If your external Buffalo drive is brand new, or used for something else other than a console from the Xbox One or Xbox Series brands, then you will need to format.

How to format Buffalo SSD-PG, SSD-PUT and MiniStations for Xbox Series X and S

In order to properly format the MiniStation, MiniStation Extreme NFC, MiniStation Thunderbolt, SSD-PG or SSD-PUT for the Xbox Series X and S, you need to take the following steps:

1. Before we begin, make sure you backup any important files you have on the Buffalo drive. This is because reformatting will delete everything off of it.

2. Now that you make sure you won’t lose any important files, connect your external Buffalo storage drive to one of the USB ports on your Xbox Series X or Xbox Series S consoles.

3. Turn on your Xbox Series X or Xbox Series S console.

4. You should get a massage that will ask you to format your storage drive. Select the FORMAT STORAGE DEVICE option.

5. Set up a name for your external Buffalo drive.

6. You should then get a message that asks whether or not you want to set your external drive as the default location for installation.

If you are interested in doing so, select INSTALL NEW THINGS HERE option.

If you want to keep the default installation to the same location as before, you should select the KEEP CURRENT LOCATION option.

7. In the next screen, select the FORMAT STORAGE DEVICE option to begin the formatting process.

Where to find your Buffalo drive from the Xbox Series X and S system menu

After being formatted, you can find out Buffalo storage drive by going to Settings from the Home Screen menu.

In Settings, go to System.

In System, select Storage devices.

In the Storage devices menu, you will find your newly formatted external drive, which should have been labeled for “Games and apps.”

You can also use the Storage devices menu to move files in between the different storage drives that are connected to your console.

What’s the difference between the ADATA HD710 Pro and HD710M Pro?

The HD710 Pro and HD710M Pro are similar external hard disk drives. So, what are the main differences between these ADATA products?

You can find out in this comparison for the portable HDDs.

Quick Summary

The ADATA HD710 Pro comes in four capacity options (1 TB, 2 TB, 4 TB and 5 TB) as well as four color options (Black, Blue, Red and Yellow).

In comparison, the ADATA HD710M Pro has two capacity options (1 TB and 2 TB) in addition to a single color option (Camouflage).

In terms of size, the HD710M Pro is slightly longer than the HD710 Pro when you compare the same capacities. Otherwise, the two have the same width, thickness and weight.

The two external hard drives are also identical when it comes to cable management, dust protection, water protection, shock protection, operating temperature range, system requirements and warranty coverage.

HD710 Pro vs. HD710M Pro Comparison Chart

You can take a look at Seeking Tech’s comparison table for the HD710 Pro and HD710M Pro below.

ADATA HD710 Pro External Hard DriveADATA HD710M Pro External Hard Drive
Capacity Options1 TB

2 TB

4 TB

5 TB
1 TB

2 TB
Color OptionsBlack

Blue

Red

Yellow
Camouflage
Model Numbers1 TB Black HD710 Pro External Hard Drive: AHD710P-1TU31-CBK

2 TB Black HD710 Pro External Hard Drive: AHD710P-2TU31-CBK

4 TB Black HD710 Pro External Hard Drive: AHD710P-4TU31-CBK

5 TB Black HD710 Pro External Hard Drive: AHD710P-5TU31-CBK

1 TB Blue HD710 Pro External Hard Drive: AHD710P-1TU31-CBL

2 TB Blue HD710 Pro External Hard Drive: AHD710P-2TU31-CBL

1 TB Red HD710 Pro External Hard Drive: AHD710P-1TU31-CRD

2 TB Red HD710 Pro External Hard Drive: AHD710P-2TU31-CRD

1 TB Yellow HD710 Pro External Hard Drive: AHD710P-1TU31-CYL

2 TB Yellow HD710 Pro External Hard Drive: AHD710P-2TU31-CYL
1 TB Camouflage HD710M Pro External Hard Drive: AHD710MP-1TU31-CCF

2 TB Camouflage HD710M Pro External Hard Drive: AHD710MP-2TU31-CCF
What’s in the BoxHD710 Pro External Hard Drive

USB 3.2 Gen1 Cable

Quick Start Guide
HD710M Pro External Hard Drive

USB 3.2 Gen1 Cable

Quick Start Guide
Dimensions1 TB and 2 TB HD710 Pro External Hard Drives: 133.3 mm x 98.5 mm x 21.5 mm

4 TB and 5 TB HD710 Pro External Hard Drives: 133.3 mm x 98.5 mm x 26.7 mm
1 TB and 2 TB HD710M Pro External Hard Drives: 133.5 mm x 98.5 mm x 21.5 mm
Weight1 TB and 2 TB HD710 Pro External Hard Drives: 270 g or 9.5 oz

4 TB and 5 TB HD710 Pro External Hard Drives: 390 g or 13.7 oz
1 TB and 2 TB HD710M Pro External Hard Drives: 270 g or 9.5 oz
InterfaceUSB 3.2 Gen 1USB 3.2 Gen 1
TexturesAnti-shock silicone

Plastic
Anti-shock silicone

Plastic
Cable Management?YesYes
Dust and Water ResistanceIP68IP68
Shock ResistanceUp to 1.5 meterUp to 1.5 meter
Shock Sensor Technology?YesYes
Operating Temperature Range 5 °C to 50 °C (or 41 °F to 121 °F) 5 °C to 50 °C (or 41 °F to 121 °F)
Operating VoltageDC 5V, 900 mACDC 5V, 900 mAC
System RequirementsWindows 7, 8, 8.1 or 10

Mac OS X 10.6 or later (reformatting required for use),

Linux Kernel 2.6 or later
Windows 7, 8, 8.1 or 10

Mac OS X 10.6 or later (reformatting required for use),

Linux Kernel 2.6 or later
Warranty3-year warranty3-year warranty
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Capacity Options

When it comes to capacities, the HD710 Pro External Hard Drive is the only model to offer 4 TB and 5 TB. Both products offer 1 TB and 2 TB options.

You can find a breakdown of the available capacities for both products below:

HD710 Pro External Hard Drive:

  • 1 TB
  • 2 TB
  • 4 TB
  • 5 TB

HD710M Pro External Hard Drive:

  • 1 TB
  • 2 TB

Color Options

The HD710 is available in four color variations while the HD710M is only available in one color variant.

You can find the available colors below:

HD710 Pro External Hard Drive:

  • Black
  • Blue
  • Red
  • Yellow

HD710M Pro External Hard Drive:

  • Camouflage

Model Numbers

You can also find the model number for each variation of both products below:

  • 1 TB Black HD710 Pro External Hard Drive: AHD710P-1TU31-CBK
  • 2 TB Black HD710 Pro External Hard Drive: AHD710P-2TU31-CBK
  • 4 TB Black HD710 Pro External Hard Drive: AHD710P-4TU31-CBK
  • 5 TB Black HD710 Pro External Hard Drive: AHD710P-5TU31-CBK
  • 1 TB Blue HD710 Pro External Hard Drive: AHD710P-1TU31-CBL
  • 2 TB Blue HD710 Pro External Hard Drive: AHD710P-2TU31-CBL
  • 1 TB Red HD710 Pro External Hard Drive: AHD710P-1TU31-CRD
  • 2 TB Red HD710 Pro External Hard Drive: AHD710P-2TU31-CRD
  • 1 TB Yellow HD710 Pro External Hard Drive: AHD710P-1TU31-CYL
  • 2 TB Yellow HD710 Pro External Hard Drive: AHD710P-2TU31-CYL
  • 1 TB Camouflage HD710M Pro External Hard Drive: AHD710MP-1TU31-CCF
  • 2 TB Camouflage HD710M Pro External Hard Drive: AHD710MP-2TU31-CCF

What’s in the Box

In addition to the storage drive, both products come with a USB cable and quick starter guide.

You can find a breakdown of the contents below:

ADATA HD710 Pro:

  • HD710 Pro External Hard Drive
  • USB 3.2 Gen1 Cable
  • Quick Start Guide

ADATA HD710M Pro:

  • HD710M Pro External Hard Drive
  • USB 3.2 Gen1 Cable
  • Quick Start Guide

Dimensions

When it comes to the physical size, the 1 TB and 2 TB HD710 Pro are nearly identical to the 1 TB and 2 TB HD710M Pro as the latter are slightly longer in length.

The 4 TB and 5 TB HD710 Pro hard drives are thicker than the 1 TB and 2 TB capacities of the HD710 Pro and HD710M Pro.

You can find the measurements, which is displayed as Length x Width x Thickness, below:

  • 1 TB and 2 TB HD710 Pro External Hard Drives: 133.3 mm x 98.5 mm x 21.5 mm
  • 4 TB and 5 TB HD710 Pro External Hard Drives: 133.3 mm x 98.5 mm x 26.7 mm
  • 1 TB and 2 TB HD710M Pro External Hard Drives: 133.5 mm x 98.5 mm x 21.5 mm

Weight

The 1 TB and 2 TB versions of the HD710 Pro and HD710M Pro are also the same when it comes to weight.

The 4 TB and 5 TB versions of the HD710 Pro are heavier than the other capacities in this comparison guide.

  • 1 TB and 2 TB HD710 Pro External Hard Drives: 270 g or 9.5 oz
  • 4 TB and 5 TB HD710 Pro External Hard Drives: 390 g or 13.7 oz
  • 1 TB and 2 TB HD710M Pro External Hard Drives: 270 g or 9.5 oz

Interface

Both ADATA external hard drives use the USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface and are also backwards compatible with USB 2.0.

Textures

When it comes to textures, the two products are built with anti-shock silicone and plastic.

Cable Management

The HD710 Pro External Hard Drive and HD710M Pro External Hard Drive also feature a groove that will keep the USB cable locked into place on the side of the outer shell.

Dust and Water Resistance

The two external hard drives have been rated IP68.

In terms of dust resistance, the HD710 Pro and HD710M Pro is tight enough to prevent large quantity of dust particles from getting inside the outer case that may potentially causing harm to the hard disk drive. With that said, both products aren’t completely dust tight.

In terms of water resistance, the two external HDDs can withstand being dropped underwater at up to 2 meters in depth for a maximum of 1 hour. The two devices also feature a water-proofed covering to protect the USB connector.

Shock Resistance

The two hard drives in this versus showdown can also withstand shocks from a fall of up to 1.5 meter.

Shock Sensor Technology

Both devices also use shock sensors, which will send a red LED warning light signal. At the same time, the protection mechanisms of the HD710 Pro and HD710M Pro will work to protect the data on the hard disk drive.

Operating Temperature Range

The operating temperature ranges are identical for the two ADATA products at 5 °C to 50 °C (or 41 °F to 121 °F).

Operating Voltage

The operating voltage specs are the same as well at DC 5V, 900 mAC.

System Requirements

The two products have the following system requirements:

  • Windows 7, 8, 8.1 or 10
  • Mac OS X 10.6 or later (reformatting required for use),
  • Linux Kernel 2.6 or later

Warranty

The ADATA HD710 Pro External Hard Drive and ADATA HD710M Pro External Hard Drive each comes with a 3-year warranty.

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How to format SSD-PG, SSD-PUT and MiniStations for PlayStation 5

The Buffalo MiniStation, MiniStation Extreme NFC, MiniStation Thunderbolt, SSD-PG and SSD-PUT are compatible with the PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 5 Digital Edition.

You can follow this step-by-step tutorial from Seeking Tech to see how you can format these portable hard disk drives and solid state drives for the PS5.

PS5 Compatible Buffalo External HDDs and SSDs

You can find a list of PlayStation 5 compatible external Buffalo storage drives, as well as the associated model numbers, below:

Buffalo MiniStation Portable Hard Disk Drive:

  • 1 TB: HD-PCF1.0U3BB
  • 2 TB: HD-PCF2.0U3GB

Buffalo MiniStation Extreme NFC Portable Hard Disk Drive:

  • 1 TB: HD-PZN1.0U3B
  • 2 TB: HD-PZN2.0U3B

Buffalo MiniStation Thunderbolt Portable Hard Disk Drive:

  • 1 TB: HD-PA1.0TU3
  • 2 TB: HD-PA2.0TU3

Buffalo SSD-PG Rugged and Portable Solid State Drive:

  • 500 GB: SSD-PG500U3B
  • 1 TB: SSD-PG1.0U3B

Buffalo SSD-PUT Rugged and Portable Solid State Drive Stick:

  • 500 GB: SSD-PUT500U3B
  • 1 TB: SSD-PUT1.0U3B

Do you need to format your Buffalo drive for PS5?

If you already formatted your Buffalo storage drive on the PlayStation 4 or PlayStation 4 Pro, then you do not need to format it again for the PlayStation 5 as long as you are using the same PlayStation Network account on both systems.

If you are using a brand-new Buffalo drive, then you need to format it for PS5.

If you are using a Buffalo drive that was previously used for something else other than a PlayStation 4 system, then you also need to format it for the PlayStation 5.

What can you do with an external Buffalo drive on PlayStation 5?

With the MiniStation, MiniStation Extreme NFC, MiniStation Thunderbolt, SSD-PG or SSD-PUT, you will be able to store PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 games. This will free up space on the console storage.

The PS5 only comes with an 825 GB internal drive, a good chunk of which will be taken up by the system files. Therefore, you have a limited amount of space to work with.

The MiniStation, MiniStation Extreme NFC, MiniStation Thunderbolt, SSD-PG and SSD-PUT also provide an easy way to play your games on another PlayStation 5 system. This is because you can bring your portable drive with you and then connect to another console. By using the same PlayStation Network user account, you can log into the other console and then use the external drive.

With these Buffalo portable drives, you can also play backwards compatible PS4 games directly off of the external drives.

In order to play PS5 games that are stored on these external storage drives, you need to transfer the game files back to the internal console storage.

How to format Buffalo SSD-PG, SSD-PUT and MiniStations for PS5

To format your Buffalo external storage for the PlayStation 5, you need to take the following steps:

1. First off, make sure that you backup any important files you have on your Buffalo external storage drive. This is because formatting the HDD or SSD will delete everything that was previously store on it.

2. After making sure that you won’t lose any important files due to formatting, connect your external drive to one of the two USB ports located on the back of the PlayStation 5 system.

3. Turn on the PlayStation 5 and then select the PlayStation Network user you want to associate with the external drive.

4. In the home screen, which is the main menu where you can select which game to play, go to Settings. You will find the Settings option on the top right corner, with the gear cog icon, of the home screen.

5. In Settings, select Storage from the list of available options.

6. In Storage, select Extended Storage from the left side.

7. On the right side of the same Storage menu, you should see the name of your Buffalo storage drive as well as the Format as USB Extended Storage option.

Select the “Format as USB Extended Storage” to begin the formatting process for your Buffalo MiniStation, MiniStation Extreme NFC, MiniStation Thunderbolt, SSD-PG or SSD-PUT.

If you want to move PS4 and PS5 games from the console storage to the Buffalo external drive or vice versa, then you can check out this tutorial.

To safely disconnect a Buffalo HDD or SSD from the PlayStation 5 console, you can take a look at this guide.

WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive vs. WD_BLACK P50 Game Drive

Western Digital currently has two external portable storage drives made specifically for videogames with the P10 and P50. So, what are the differences between these two products?

You can find out in this comparison guide.

Quick Summary

When compared to the WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive, the WD_BLACK P50 Game Drive is more than 13 times faster when it comes to top performance speed, which will lead to better transfer and load times.

The P50 can also tolerate colder operating temperatures and have a longer warranty coverage period.

The only advantage the P10 has over the competition is that it offers bigger capacity options.

You can see how the P50 stacks up against the Samsung T7 with this article.

WD_BLACK P10 vs. WD_BLACK P50 Comparison Guide

You can take a look at Seeking Tech’s comparison table between the P10 and P50 below.

WD_BLACK P10 Game DriveWD_BLACK P50 Game Drive
Capacity Options2 TB: WDBA2W0020BBK-WESN

4 TB: WDBA3A0040BBK-WESN

5 TB: WDBA3A0050BBK-WESN
500 GB: WDBA3S5000ABK-WESN

1 TB: WDBA3S0010BBK-WESN

2 TB: WDBA3S0020BBK-WESN
Weight2TB P10: 140 grams (or 0.31 lb.)

4TB P10: 230 grams (or 0.52 lb.)

5B P10: 230 grams (or 0.52 lb.)
500GB P50: 115 grams (or 0.25 lb.)

1TB P50: 115 grams (or 0.25 lb.)

2TB P50: 115 grams (or 0.25 lb.)
Dimensions2TB P10: 4.65" x 3.46" x 0.50"

4TB P10: 4.65" x 3.46" x 0.82"

5B P10: 4.65" x 3.46" x 0.82"
500GB P50: 4.65" x 2.44" x 0.55"

1TB P50: 4.65" x 2.44" x 0.55"

2TB P50: 4.65" x 2.44" x 0.55"
What in the BoxWD_BLACK P10 Game Drive

USB Type-A to Micro-B Cable

Quick Install Guide
WD_BLACK P50 Game Drive  

USB Type-C to Type-C Cable 

USB Type-C to Type-A Cable 

Quick Install Guide 
PS4, PS4 Pro, Xbox One, Xbox One S and Xbox One X CompatibilityYesYes
PS5, Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X CompatibilityYesYes
PC and Mac CompatibilitymacOS 10.11+

Windows 8.1

Windows 10
macOS 10.11+

Windows 8.1

Windows 10
Storage Drive TypeExternal portable hard disk driveExternal portable solid state drive
InterfaceUSB 3.2 Gen 1USB 3.2 Gen 2x2
SpeedUp to 140 MB per secondUp to 2000 MB per second
Operating Temperature5°C to 35°C0°C to 35°C
Warranty-20°C to 65°C-20°C to 70°C
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Capacity Options

The WD_BLACK P10 is available in three capacities: 2 TB, 4 TB and 5 TB. The WD_BLACK P50 also comes in three capacity options as you can pick between 500 GB, 1 TB and 2 TB.

You can check out the model number for each size below:

Western Digital BLACK P10:

  • 2 TB: WDBA2W0020BBK-WESN
  • 4 TB: WDBA3A0040BBK-WESN
  • 5 TB: WDBA3A0050BBK-WESN

Western Digital BLACK P50:

  • 500 GB: WDBA3S5000ABK-WESN
  • 1 TB: WDBA3S0010BBK-WESN
  • 2 TB: WDBA3S0020BBK-WESN

Weight

You can check out the weight for the available capacities of both game drives in this versus guide below:

  • 2TB P10: 140 grams (or 0.31 lb.)
  • 4TB P10: 230 grams (or 0.52 lb.)
  • 5B P10: 230 grams (or 0.52 lb.)
  • 500GB P50: 115 grams (or 0.25 lb.)
  • 1TB P50: 115 grams (or 0.25 lb.)
  • 2TB P50: 115 grams (or 0.25 lb.)

Dimensions

You can also take a look at the dimensions for each capacity (measured in length by width by height) below:

  • 2TB P10: 4.65″ x 3.46″ x 0.50″
  • 4TB P10: 4.65″ x 3.46″ x 0.82″
  • 5B P10: 4.65″ x 3.46″ x 0.82″
  • 500GB P50: 4.65″ x 2.44″ x 0.55″
  • 1TB P50: 4.65″ x 2.44″ x 0.55″
  • 2TB P50: 4.65″ x 2.44″ x 0.55″

What in the Box

In addition to the storage drive, the P10 also comes with an USB Type-A to Micro-B cable and quick installation guide. Along with the storage drive, the P50 includes an USB Type-C to Type-C cable, USB Type-C to Type-A cable and quick installation guide.

You can find the full breakdown below:

WD_BLACK P10:

  • WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive
  • USB Type-A to Micro-B Cable
  • Quick Install Guide

WD_BLACK P50:

  • WD_BLACK P50 Game Drive
  • USB Type-C to Type-C Cable
  • USB Type-C to Type-A Cable
  • Quick Install Guide

PS4, PS4 Pro, Xbox One, Xbox One S and Xbox One X Compatibility

Both the WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive and WD_BLACK P50 Game Drive are compatible with the PlayStation 4, PlayStation 4 Pro, Xbox One, Xbox One S and Xbox One X. You will be able to play games directly on these external storage drives.

PS5, Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X Compatibility

The P10 and P50 are also compatible with the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X. For the PS5, you will be able to play backwards compatible PlayStation 4 games directly on the external drive.

For the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S, you will be able to play backwards compatible Xbox, Xbox 360 and Xbox One games directly on the external drive. You can also use the same drive as a cold storage for Xbox Series S and Xbox Series X games.

PC and Mac Compatibility

Of course, you can also use the WD_BLACK P10 and WD_BLACK P50 on a PC and Mac.

You will require the following operating systems:

  • macOS 10.11+
  • Windows 8.1
  • Windows 10

Storage Drive Type

The Western Digital BLACK P10 is an external portable hard disk drive while the Western Digital BLACK P50 is an external portable solid state drive.

Interface

The WD_BLACK P10 uses the USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface while the WD_BLACK P50 uses the newer and faster USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 interface.

Speed

When it comes to speed, the WD_BLACK P50 has a major advantage over the WD_BLACK P10. The P50 has a top performance speed that is 1328.57 percent more than the P10.

You can check out the specifications below:

  • WD_BLACK P10: Up to 140 MB per second
  • WD_BLACK P50: Up to 2000 MB per second

The faster speed will lead be better transfer speed when moving data away from and into the external drive. You will also get better load times if you are playing games directly on the storage drive.

Operating Temperature

The WD_BLACK P50 can tolerate colder operating temperatures when compared to the WD_BLACK P10. You can find the ranges below:

  • WD_BLACK P10: 5°C to 35°C
  • WD_BLACK P50: 0°C to 35°C

Storage Temperature

The P50 can also tolerate hotter non-operating temperatures than the P10.

You can find the storage temperature ranges below:

  • WD_BLACK P10: -20°C to 65°C
  • WD_BLACK P50: -20°C to 70°C

Warranty

The WD_BLACK P10 Game Drive comes with a 3-year warranty while the WD_BLACK P50 Game Drive comes with a longer 5-year warranty.

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What’s the difference between Seagate Expansion Desktop and Backup Plus Hub?

Seagate has two similar products, the Expansion Desktop and Seagate Backup Plus Hub, if you are looking for an external hard drive that can hold a lot of data. So, which of these best fit your needs?

You can find out in this comparison guide between the two external HDDs.

Quick Summary

When compared to the Seagate Expansion Desktop, the Seagate Backup Plus Hub comes with two USB 3.0 ports on the front side that you can use to recharge your smartphone, tablet, and/or other compatible devices.

The Backup Plus Hub also support more customizable software in addition to having a longer warranty period.

So, while the Seagate Expansion Desktop is a little bit more affordable, the Seagate Backup Plus Hub is still the best option of the two due to the added versatility and longer warrant coverage.

Seagate Expansion Desktop vs. Seagate Backup Plus Hub Comparison Chart

You can check out Seeking Tech’s comparison table for the two external storage drives below.

Seagate Expansion Desktop External HDDSeagate Backup Plus Hub External HDD
What's in the BoxSeagate Expansion Desktop External HDD

4-foot (1.2 m) USB 3.0 cable

Power supply

Quick start guide
Seagate Backup Plus Hub External HDD

4-foot (1.2 m) USB 3.0 cable

Power adapter

Quick start guide

Seagate backup software

NTFS driver for Mac

4 month membership to Adobe Photography Creative Cloud
Capacity Options4 TB

5 TB

6 TB

8 TB

10 TB

12 TB

14 TB

16 TB
4 TB

6 TB

8 TB

10 TB

12 TB

14 TB
Weight2.094 lbs or 0.950 kg2.341 lbs or 1.062 kg
Dimensions6.929 in x 4.748 in 1.441 in or 176 mm x 120.6 mm x 36.6 mm4.646 in x 1.614 in x 7.799 in or 118 mm x 41 mm x 198.1 mm
Data Transfer SpeedUp to 160 MB per secondUp to 160 MB per second
Integrated USB Hub?NoYes
Downloadable SoftwareDiscWizard

SeaTools
Dashboard Support

DiscWizard

Paragon Driver

SeaTools

Toolkit Support
FormattingPC (default)

Mac (reformat required)
PC (default)

Mac (reformat required)
System RequirementsWindows 7 (or higher)/Mac OS X 10.10 (or higher)

USB 3.0/USB 2.0
Windows 7 (or higher)/Mac OS X 10.10 (or higher)

USB 3.0/USB 2.0
Warranty1-year limited warranty2-year limited warranty
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What’s in the Box

In addition to the main external hard disk drive unit, both products come with a 4-foot USB 3.0 cable, power supply and quick start guide.

The Seagate Backup Plus Hub also comes with the Seagate backup software, NTFS driver for Mac as well as a 4-month membership to Adobe Photography Creative Cloud.

You can find the full breakdown of what’s included in each box below:

Seagate Expansion Desktop:

  • Seagate Expansion Desktop External HDD
  • 4-foot (1.2 m) USB 3.0 cable
  • Power supply
  • Quick start guide

Seagate Backup Plus Hub:

  • Seagate Backup Plus Hub External HDD
  • 4-foot (1.2 m) USB 3.0 cable
  • Power adapter
  • Quick start guide
  • Seagate backup software
  • NTFS driver for Mac
  • 4 month membership to Adobe Photography Creative Cloud

Capacity Options

The Seagate Expansion Desktop is available in eight capacity options while the Seagate Backup Plus Hub comes in six capacities.

You can check out the available sizes, as well as the model numbers, below:

Seagate Expansion Desktop:

  • 4 TB: STEB4000100
  • 5 TB: STEB5000100
  • 6 TB: STEB6000403
  • 8 TB: STEB8000402
  • 10 TB: STEB10000400
  • 12 TB: STEB12000400
  • 14 TB: STEB14000400
  • 16 TB: STEB16000400

Seagate Backup Plus Hub:

  • 4 TB: STEL4000100
  • 6 TB: STEL6000100
  • 8 TB: STEL8000100
  • 10 TB: STEL10000400
  • 12 TB: STEL12000400
  • 14 TB: STEL14000400

Weight

The Seagate Backup Plus Hub External Hard Disk Drive is a little bit heavier when compared to the Seagate Expansion External Hard Disk Drive.

You can take a look at the weight specifications for both below:

  • Expansion Desktop: 2.094 lbs or 0.950 kg
  • Backup Plus Hub: 2.341 lbs or 1.062 kg

Dimensions

In terms of dimensions, the Seagate Expansion Desktop is longer and wider while the Seagate Backup Plus Hub has more depth.

You can check the measurements (which measured in length x width x depth) below:

  • Expansion Desktop External HDD: 6.929 in x 4.748 in 1.441 in or 176 mm x 120.6 mm x 36.6 mm
  • Backup Plus Hub External HDD: 4.646 in x 1.614 in x 7.799 in or 118 mm x 41 mm x 198.1 mm

Data Transfer Speed

Both of the external hard disk drives in this versus guide have a data transfer speed of up to 160 MB per second.

Integrated USB Hub

Only the Backup Plus Hub comes with two USB 3.0 ports on the front side. This will allow you to recharge compatible devices like smartphones and tablets while being able to transfer data at the same time.

Downloadable Software

Both external desktop hard disk drives support the DiscWizard and SeaTools downloadable programs.

The Backup Plus Hub also features the following downloadable software: Dashboard Support, Paragon Driver and Toolkit Support.

You can take a look at the full breakdown of compatible programs below:

Seagate Expansion Desktop:

  • DiscWizard
  • SeaTools

Seagate Backup Plus Hub:

  • Dashboard Support
  • DiscWizard
  • Paragon Driver
  • SeaTools
  • Toolkit Support

Formatting

Both of the HDDs in this comparison guide are automatically formatted for PC.

You can also use these hard drives with Mac although you will need to reformat.

System Requirements

The two external drives have the same system requirements.

For the operating system, you will need Windows 7 (or higher) if you have a PC or Mac OS X 10.10 (or higher) if you are using a Mac.

To get the best possible speed, you should also connect the hard drives to an USB 3.0 port.

Although you can also connect the products to USB 2.0 ports, you will be limited to the slower USB 2.0 transfer speeds.

Warranty

The Seagate Expansion External Hard Disk Drive comes with an 1-year limited warranty while the Seagate Backup Plus Hub External Hard Disk Drive includes a 2-year limited warranty.

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