Canvio Basics 1TB Portable External Hard Drive USB 3.0, Black - HDTB510XK3AA

Excellent external hard drive is fast, compact and very easy to use. Just connect it and that's it. Ideal for backing up, saving photos, videos and important files without worrying about space. It works in a stable way and you can see the quality of the brand. Very good purchase for the price.

Great drive with great speed both read and write. The small form factor is a plus so I can take with me everywhere. I love the plug and play factor also. The storage is as stated. This is a genuine Toshiba drive with full storage and no need to format the drive. Love the drive and functionality. No heat after downloading multiple files for 3 hours straight.

Wish I would have purchased this sooner. Off loading pics and videos on this was simple and fast. Perfect for storing my drone and gopro files on. Oh did i mention how easily you can transport this to another location plug it in and show family and friends your content. Must have. Also has a great device window that you can monitor the transfer and transfer rates.

I bought the Toshiba Canvio Basics 2TB external hard drive (model HDTB520XK3AA) to back up my files, and it’s been absolutely reliable. It’s truly plug-and-play — I connected it to my laptop and it was ready to use within seconds, no setup or software required. The transfer speed is great for everyday use — I’ve moved large folders of photos and videos with no problem. It’s compact, lightweight, and easy to carry in a backpack or laptop case. I also appreciate that it doesn’t make any noise and doesn’t overheat. Perfect for backups, extra storage, or even taking files between work and home. Excellent value for the price!

Key Features: Storage Capacity: With 2TB of space, it’s great for storing large files, videos, photos, and backups. Plug-and-Play: No software installation is required; simply plug it into a USB port, and it’s ready to use. USB 3.0 Connectivity: Offers fast data transfer speeds, while also being backward compatible with USB 2.0. Compact Design: The hard drive is lightweight and portable, making it easy to carry in a bag or pocket. Durable Build: Although it’s a basic model, it has a solid, sturdy design that can withstand everyday use. Performance: This drive has reliable performance, with quick file transfers and smooth operation, thanks to USB 3.0. It’s formatted for Windows out of the box, but can be easily reformatted for Mac. Pros: Affordable: Provides a lot of storage at a budget-friendly price. Easy to Use: Plug-and-play setup is perfect for users who want hassle-free storage. Portable: Compact and easy to carry around. Cons: Basic Features: Lacks advanced features like encryption or backup software. Plastic Case: While durable, it doesn’t have the premium feel of more expensive models. The Toshiba Canvio Basics 2TB is a great choice for users who need simple, reliable, and affordable portable storage. It’s perfect for everyday use, offering plenty of space and decent performance.

I've used two Toshiba external drives for many years now, one for my laptop and one for my PS4, and when the laptop seemed to be having more and more trouble recognizing its external drive, even after cleaning the plug contacts, I figured it was time for a new drive. This new drive does not disappoint. In fact, it makes such short work of backing up files that it became clear to me that the previous drive must have been dying for some time... I am amused too that the LED indicator light on this new drive doesn't flash like a coquette blinking her eyes the way the previous drives did. Instead, this drive blinks the LED very slowly and deliberately while it's working, as if to say, "I've got this; nothing to worry about!" At first I had a problem getting the drive to back up my laptop. The computer recognized the drive and the LED lit up solid, but my repeated command "Back up now" kept failing. I tried cleaning the plug contacts, rebooting the laptop, and even reformatting the drive, but still no successful backup. Then I discovered that Windows 10 makes you click on a "Stop using this drive" button (your previous drive) before you tell it to "Add a new drive." Once I had gone through that little ritual, all was well. And indeed, I was amazed how fast the new drive backed up all my files, accomplishing in less than an hour what the old drive had taken a number of hours to do. All in all, this drive does its job, and I trust I will get years of use out of it, as I did the Toshiba's before...

I am not a techie and I am here to tell you this is a SUPER easy plug and play device that requires no instructions, no help from teenagers, you simply plug it in and drag your files over. It is a life saver for your computer because it is not expensive and it will speed up your computer and in my case I will stop getting the fatal errors that I have no more memory. HIGHLY recommend.

Easy to set up. Transferred gobs of files and still room for more. Light weight, easy to carry in briefcase or pocket.