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Toshiba - Canvio Basics 500GB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black

Model: HDTB305XK3AA
SKU: 1749886
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  • Key Specs
    • Storage Capacity: 500 gigabytes (Measured in megabytes (MB), gigabytes (GB) and terabytes (TB), this is the amount available for storing files, music, movies, photos and more. The total includes the capacity of the hard disk drive and solid state drive if both are included on the computer.)
    • 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: 5400 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 (Refers to the types of connections that devices use to interact and communicate with each other.)
  • General
    • Brand: Toshiba
    • Model Number: HDTB305XK3AA
    • Product Name: Canvio Basics 500GB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive
    • Color: Black
  • Capacity
    • Storage Capacity: 500 gigabytes (Measured in megabytes (MB), gigabytes (GB) and terabytes (TB), this is the amount available for storing files, music, movies, photos and more. The total includes the capacity of the hard disk drive and solid state drive if both are included on the computer.)
  • 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: 5400 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: Portable (Physical characteristics of the hard drive, including size, weight and how you connect to your device.)
    • Interface(s): USB 3.0 (Refers to the types of connections that devices use to interact and communicate with each other.)
    • Minimum System Requirements: Windows 7, 8 or 8.1; available USB 2.0 or 3.0 port
  • Memory
    • Cache Buffer Size: 8 megabytes (The data capacity of the cache buffer (or disk buffer) that acts as temporary memory for the drive. The cache holds the most recently and frequently used data to save the drive the extra step of pulling it from permanent storage every time it's needed, which helps increase the drive's overall speed.)
  • Dimensions
    • Product Height: 0.59 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: 3.1 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.)
  • Other
    • UPC: 022265793596

Store your digital files easily with this Toshiba Canvio Basics HDTB305XK3AA 500GB external USB 3.0 portable hard drive, which features a transfer rate of up to 5 Gbps for quick loading. An internal shock sensor helps safeguard your data.

Tablet, laptop

  • 500GB maximum capacity: Provides plenty of space to store music and other media files.
  • USB 3.0 interface: For simple connectivity. USB-powered to eliminate the need for an external power source.
  • Data transfer rates of up to 5 Gbps: To quickly move even your large files.
  • 8MB cache buffer: Provides fast processing speeds.
  • 5,400 rpm speed: Enables quick performance.
  • 12 ms average seek time: Contributes to speedy write times.
  • Internal shock sensor: Along with ramp-loading technology helps keep your data safe.
  • PC compatible: For use with Windows 7, 8 and 8.1.
  • 500GB maximum capacity: Provides plenty of space to store music and other media files.
  • USB 3.0 interface: For simple connectivity. USB-powered to eliminate the need for an external power source.
  • Data transfer rates of up to 5 Gbps: To quickly move even your large files.
  • 8MB cache buffer: Provides fast processing speeds.
  • 5,400 rpm speed: Enables quick performance.
  • 12 ms average seek time: Contributes to speedy write times.
  • Internal shock sensor: Along with ramp-loading technology helps keep your data safe.
  • PC compatible: For use with Windows 7, 8 and 8.1.
Whats Included
  • 500GB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive
  • USB 3.0 cable
  • Owner's manual
  • 500GB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive
  • USB 3.0 cable
  • Owner's manual

Q: Is this compatible with windows XP?

A: Yes, the harddrive is compatible with Windows XP.

Q: Upward Windows compatibility?

A: Yes, this hard drive is Windows 10 compatible.

Q: I can't copy my documents and things from my Mac to the Toshiba external hard drive. What am I missing?

A: It needs to be formatted to mac Go to utilities in applications. Go to disc utility. Click on the HD symbol of the Toshiba HD. Click on the RAID button. Click on format and make it MS DOS (FAT). Name your drive in the panel above. Now go to erase. Title the HD again and click erase. It'll take 30-40 seconds and it'll be ready to copy onto and work with.

Q: Wii U

A: Yes you should be able to connect the two devices as long as they have their own power supplies.