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Buffalo - DriveStation Axis Velocity 8TB External USB 3.0/2.0 Hard Drive - Black

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Buffalo - DriveStation Axis Velocity 8TB External USB 3.0/2.0 Hard Drive - Black

Model: HD-LX8.0TU3
SKU: 11070836
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Specifications
  • Storage Drive Type
    HDD
    Rotational Speed
    7200 revolutions per minute
    Interface(s)
    USB 3.0, USB 2.0
  • Key Specs
    • Storage Drive Type: HDD (Traditional, mechanical hard disk drives are the most common type of storage because they're relatively inexpensive and offer huge capacities. However, they also generate both noise and heat. Solid state drives, also known as SSDs, are many times faster than hard disk drives and have no moving parts to wear out, but typically offer less capacity for the same price.)
    • Rotational Speed: 7200 revolutions per minute (The rate at which the hard drive spins its platters. The higher the rotational speed, the faster the drive can read and write data.)
    • Interface(s): USB 3.0, USB 2.0 (Refers to the types of connections that devices use to interact and communicate with each other.)
  • General
    • Brand: Buffalo
    • Model Number: HD-LX8.0TU3
    • Product Name: DriveStation Axis Velocity 8TB External USB 3.0/2.0 Hard Drive
    • Color: Black
  • Performance
    • Storage Drive Type: HDD (Traditional, mechanical hard disk drives are the most common type of storage because they're relatively inexpensive and offer huge capacities. However, they also generate both noise and heat. Solid state drives, also known as SSDs, are many times faster than hard disk drives and have no moving parts to wear out, but typically offer less capacity for the same price.)
    • Rotational Speed: 7200 revolutions per minute (The rate at which the hard drive spins its platters. The higher the rotational speed, the faster the drive can read and write data.)
  • Compatibility
    • Internal Or External: External
    • External Hard Drive Type: Desktop (Physical characteristics of the hard drive, including size, weight and how you connect to your device.)
    • Interface(s): USB 3.0, USB 2.0 (Refers to the types of connections that devices use to interact and communicate with each other.)
    • Minimum System Requirements: Windows 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7 / Vista; Windows Server 2012/2008/2003/2000; Mac OS X 10.7 - 10.10; iOS5 and later, Android 2.3 and later
  • Features
    • Security Features: None
    • Data Encryption: true
    • Encryption Algorithm: 256-bit AES (The algorithm standard used to encrypt data on a device.)
    • Usage: Backup
  • Power
    • Power Source: AC adapter
  • Dimensions
    • Product Height: 4.83 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Width: 1.52 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Weight: 33.44 ounces (The out of box weight of the item.)
  • Included
    • Included Software: Buffalo Tools backup/security/utility software suite
  • Other
    • UPC: 747464132525

Secure ample capacity for personal files with this 8TB Buffalo DriveStation Axis Velocity external drive. Its optional 256-bit AES hardware encryption feature lets you protect your confidential data, and it processes large file transfers faster with its 7200rpm performance. Position this versatile Buffalo DriveStation Axis Velocity external drive vertically or horizontally to suit your space and computer setup.

Drives and Storage Buying Guide

  • 8TB storage capacity: Provides ample space for important data.
  • USB 3.0/2.0 interface: Ensures simple connection to your computer.
  • Data transfer rates: Up to 5Gbps via USB 3.0 and up to 480Mbps via USB 2.0 for quick response when updating files.
  • 7200rpm speed: For fast performance.
  • Horizontal and vertical placement: For flexible installation options.
  • Compatibility with Mac and PC: Enables use with a wide range of systems.
  • 8TB storage capacity: Provides ample space for important data.
  • USB 3.0/2.0 interface: Ensures simple connection to your computer.
  • Data transfer rates: Up to 5Gbps via USB 3.0 and up to 480Mbps via USB 2.0 for quick response when updating files.
  • 7200rpm speed: For fast performance.
  • Horizontal and vertical placement: For flexible installation options.
  • Compatibility with Mac and PC: Enables use with a wide range of systems.
Whats Included
  • Buffalo DriveStation Axis Velocity 8TB External USB 3.0/2.0 Hard Drive
  • AC adapter
  • Owner's manual
  • Buffalo DriveStation Axis Velocity 8TB External USB 3.0/2.0 Hard Drive
  • AC adapter
  • Owner's manual
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Pros for Buffalo - DriveStation Axis Velocity 8TB External USB 3.0/2.0 Hard Drive - Black
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Cons for Buffalo - DriveStation Axis Velocity 8TB External USB 3.0/2.0 Hard Drive - Black
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  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Unit stopped working after 6 months

    Unit stopped working after 6 months, company did replaced unit under warranty, for some reason the replacement seems to be a refurbished unit? been working fine since then tho.

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