Best Buy customers often prefer the following products when searching for server backups.
If you're a small business owner, you know that the only thing worse than losing your data is losing it and then not being able to get it back. A good backup strategy can help prevent this from happening. Browse the top-ranked list of server backups below along with associated reviews and opinions.
SanDisk - Extreme Portable 4TB External USB-C NVMe SSD - Black
Model: SDSSDE61-4T00-G25SKU: 6472036Top comment"Works great for backups on Linux mint 21.1, -1 star for misleading storage capacity on packaging....Best backup drive ive used uontonthos oiint......,....Backup drive."
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Back up your system with this SanDisk Extreme portable SSD. The 4GB capacity offers vast storage for large files and programs, while 256-bit AES hardware encryption offers reliable security against unauthorized access. This SanDisk Extreme portable SSD has read speeds of up to 1050MB/sec. for swift data access, and the USB Type-C interface ensures compatibility with a range of devices.Top comment"Works great for backups on Linux mint 21.1, -1 star for misleading storage capacity on packaging....Best backup drive ive used uontonthos oiint......,....Backup drive."
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Back up your system with this SanDisk Extreme portable SSD. The 4GB capacity offers vast storage for large files and programs, while 256-bit AES hardware encryption offers reliable security against unauthorized access. This SanDisk Extreme portable SSD has read speeds of up to 1050MB/sec. for swift data access, and the USB Type-C interface ensures compatibility with a range of devices.See all External SSDsWD - My Cloud Pro PR4100 4-Bay 0TB External Network Attached Storage (NAS) - Black
Model: WDBNFA0000NBK-NESNSKU: 5709976See all Network Attached Storage (NAS)Product Description
With space to keep virtually everything, the My Cloud Pro Series offers your creative team the network storage to edit, save and share production files from anywhere with an internet connection. Compatible with both Mac and PC, you’re able to keep your media protected and organized in one place to streamline your creative workflow.See all Network Attached Storage (NAS)Product Description
With space to keep virtually everything, the My Cloud Pro Series offers your creative team the network storage to edit, save and share production files from anywhere with an internet connection. Compatible with both Mac and PC, you’re able to keep your media protected and organized in one place to streamline your creative workflow.See all Network Attached Storage (NAS)WD - My Cloud Expert EX2 Ultra 2-Bay 4TB External Network Attached Storage (NAS) - Charcoal
Model: WDBVBZ0040JCH-NESNSKU: 5061400Top comment"Epic nas server....This little guy makes the best plex media server in the history of ever....Installed at office for backups, discovered it also found it works great as a remote data server. "
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Keep important media safe with the My Cloud EX2 Ultra hard drive. This high-performance, network-attached storage device stores files and lets you access them securely from smartphones, tablets or computers enabled with the My Cloud app. This 4TB My Cloud EX2 Ultra hard drive features SmartWare Pro software that automatically backs up your content.Top comment"Epic nas server....This little guy makes the best plex media server in the history of ever....Installed at office for backups, discovered it also found it works great as a remote data server. "
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Keep important media safe with the My Cloud EX2 Ultra hard drive. This high-performance, network-attached storage device stores files and lets you access them securely from smartphones, tablets or computers enabled with the My Cloud app. This 4TB My Cloud EX2 Ultra hard drive features SmartWare Pro software that automatically backs up your content.See all Network Attached Storage (NAS)Crucial - X6 SE 4TB External USB-C/USB-A Portable SSD - Black
Model: CT4000X6SSD9SESKU: 6457936Top comment"hoping its better that past backup drives...According to the Geek squad being solid state this should be better. wish it came with instructions of some type or software for auto backups....This drive is fast. Its mainly a backup drive for my home computer, but also handles backups for my work system occassionally. "
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How much content can you hold with your fingertips? With the Crucial® X6 Portable SSD, the answer is: A lot! Whether you’re downloading videos for off-line travel, organizing family photos, collaborating with classmates, or heading off on a great adventure, the Crucial X6 features up to 4TB of portable storage capacity and is ready to go wherever you do.Top comment"hoping its better that past backup drives...According to the Geek squad being solid state this should be better. wish it came with instructions of some type or software for auto backups....This drive is fast. Its mainly a backup drive for my home computer, but also handles backups for my work system occassionally. "
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How much content can you hold with your fingertips? With the Crucial® X6 Portable SSD, the answer is: A lot! Whether you’re downloading videos for off-line travel, organizing family photos, collaborating with classmates, or heading off on a great adventure, the Crucial X6 features up to 4TB of portable storage capacity and is ready to go wherever you do.See all External SSDsSanDisk Professional - G-DRIVE ArmorATD 1TB External USB-C Portable Hard Drive - Space Gray
Model: SDPH81G-001T-GBANDSKU: 6467104Top comment"Transfer speed was good and having drive to backup files will be convenient. Having documentation with drive would be good to reformat for Windows....My husband as an IT professional likes to carry around a private drive while he travels to store our home photos and videos til we can get it back to our home servers. He loves the tough exterior and the quick upload and download times from his drive"
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Back up valuable memories or important documents with this SanDisk Professional G-Drive ArmorATD external hard drive. The all-terrain build and aluminum housing provide long-lasting use, while data transfer speeds up to 140 MB/sec. make it easy to move large video or music files. Boasting a 1TB capacity, this SanDisk G-Drive ArmorATD external hard drive provides plenty of storage space.Top comment"Transfer speed was good and having drive to backup files will be convenient. Having documentation with drive would be good to reformat for Windows....My husband as an IT professional likes to carry around a private drive while he travels to store our home photos and videos til we can get it back to our home servers. He loves the tough exterior and the quick upload and download times from his drive"
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Back up valuable memories or important documents with this SanDisk Professional G-Drive ArmorATD external hard drive. The all-terrain build and aluminum housing provide long-lasting use, while data transfer speeds up to 140 MB/sec. make it easy to move large video or music files. Boasting a 1TB capacity, this SanDisk G-Drive ArmorATD external hard drive provides plenty of storage space.See all External Hard DrivesBuffalo - LinkStation™ 210 2TB External Network Attached Storage (NAS) - Black
Model: LS210D0201SKU: 9508927Top comment"This item provides a good backup storage option in the small business environment....Overall, the product works as expected, though the only reason I have it 4outof5 is due to the initial setup; required software, but may be able to simply connect to the IP via embedded web server and go from there?"
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Simplify file storage and access with this 2TB Buffalo LinkStation NAS server. It connects to your Wi-Fi router to let your smartphone or tablet access stored data wirelessly, and it has a USB port for connecting a printer or another backup drive. The built-in BitTorrent client of this single-bay Buffalo LinkStation NAS server provides easy downloading of digital content.Top comment"This item provides a good backup storage option in the small business environment....Overall, the product works as expected, though the only reason I have it 4outof5 is due to the initial setup; required software, but may be able to simply connect to the IP via embedded web server and go from there?"
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Simplify file storage and access with this 2TB Buffalo LinkStation NAS server. It connects to your Wi-Fi router to let your smartphone or tablet access stored data wirelessly, and it has a USB port for connecting a printer or another backup drive. The built-in BitTorrent client of this single-bay Buffalo LinkStation NAS server provides easy downloading of digital content.See all Network Attached Storage (NAS)Seagate - Backup Plus Slim 2TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Light Blue
Model: STHN2000402SKU: 6335607Top comment"I have an older Seagate backup drive that used Memeo backup software that stopped working, so I deinstalled Memeo and installed Seagates newer software, Toolkit. ...Handy disk for backups while travelling"
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Secure your digital data with this Seagate Backup plus slim external hard drive. Compatibility with USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 lets you connect to various devices for fast data transfer, while automatic file synchronization makes for simple backup processes. This Seagate Backup plus slim external hard drive easily pairs with Mac and Windows computers and has a compact, lightweight design for mobility.Top comment"I have an older Seagate backup drive that used Memeo backup software that stopped working, so I deinstalled Memeo and installed Seagates newer software, Toolkit. ...Handy disk for backups while travelling"
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Secure your digital data with this Seagate Backup plus slim external hard drive. Compatibility with USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 lets you connect to various devices for fast data transfer, while automatic file synchronization makes for simple backup processes. This Seagate Backup plus slim external hard drive easily pairs with Mac and Windows computers and has a compact, lightweight design for mobility.See all External Hard DrivesWD - My Book 14TB External USB 3.0 Hard Drive - Black
Model: WDBBGB0140HBK-NESNSKU: 6462926Top comment"I use this as backup to my plex server and it delivers. Transfer speeds are more than adequate so no complaints....I trust Western Digital and not really any other brand with all my backups."
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Maximize your system's storage capacity with this Western Digital My Book External Hard Drive. Quick transfer rates move information three times faster than traditional hard drives. The My Book has universal connections to ensure compatibility with 3.0 and 2.0 USB devices. The drive also offers built-in 256-bit hardware encryption and optional password protection for peace of mind.Top comment"I use this as backup to my plex server and it delivers. Transfer speeds are more than adequate so no complaints....I trust Western Digital and not really any other brand with all my backups."
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Maximize your system's storage capacity with this Western Digital My Book External Hard Drive. Quick transfer rates move information three times faster than traditional hard drives. The My Book has universal connections to ensure compatibility with 3.0 and 2.0 USB devices. The drive also offers built-in 256-bit hardware encryption and optional password protection for peace of mind.See all External Hard DrivesWD - My Cloud Expert EX2 Ultra 2-Bay 12TB External Network Attached Storage (NAS) - Charcoal
Model: WDBVBZ0120JCH-NESNSKU: 5061405Top comment"I needed more space for my backups and my media... SO I upgraded from my old 6BG MyCloud - to this beauty. ...This system is tough to set up and I'm not a novice to computers, servers, home servers, and networking. I bought this NAS to replace a 10+ year old home server. "
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Store and protect media with this My Cloud EX2 Ultra hard drive. This 12TB device lets you lets you access content remotely and use simple file-sharing options via the My Cloud smartphone app. By using this My Cloud EX2 Ultra hard drive's protection features, including 256-AES encryption and SmartWare Pro backup software, you control what you share.Top comment"I needed more space for my backups and my media... SO I upgraded from my old 6BG MyCloud - to this beauty. ...This system is tough to set up and I'm not a novice to computers, servers, home servers, and networking. I bought this NAS to replace a 10+ year old home server. "
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Store and protect media with this My Cloud EX2 Ultra hard drive. This 12TB device lets you lets you access content remotely and use simple file-sharing options via the My Cloud smartphone app. By using this My Cloud EX2 Ultra hard drive's protection features, including 256-AES encryption and SmartWare Pro backup software, you control what you share.See all Network Attached Storage (NAS)WD - D30 2TB Game Drive for PlayStation and Xbox External USB Type-C Portable SSD - Black
Model: WDBATL0020BBK-WESNSKU: 6462012Top comment"Great for a small movie server...Great backup option for custom PC...Easy setup and a great backup option for my game save files on my custom PC. "
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Equip your PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X/S console with this Western Digital WD_BLACK D30 game drive SSD. Speeds of up to 900 MB/sec. improve load times, while the 2TB capacity provides ample room for your gaming collection. This Western Digital WD_BLACK D30 game drive SSD features a USB Type-C interface for ultra-fast file transfer.Top comment"Great for a small movie server...Great backup option for custom PC...Easy setup and a great backup option for my game save files on my custom PC. "
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Equip your PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X/S console with this Western Digital WD_BLACK D30 game drive SSD. Speeds of up to 900 MB/sec. improve load times, while the 2TB capacity provides ample room for your gaming collection. This Western Digital WD_BLACK D30 game drive SSD features a USB Type-C interface for ultra-fast file transfer.See all Game Drives