“What are the differences between portable and desktop?”
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as far as I know the difference between a portable and a desktop would be size and the portable as long as it is 3 terr or smaller would not require a separt power supply
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Desktop generally requires a constant 110V power supply. Portable is powered by the USB connection.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.portable mostly are 2.5" and request without any power sources and powered it by single usb cable. desktop mostly are 3.5" form factor and need ext. power/separate power sources in addition, most of the 2.5" are 5400rpm and desktop are 7200rmp
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.ones in a external drive bay and one is not
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.A few external hard drives are configured to stand/rest, looking like a modem... Most of the 'portable' hard drives are built like a deck of cards with cord and can be slipped into a pocket or case and carried around.moved. The portables can also be left in place near computer for easier backup, but moved or stored away when one wants to.
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