Toshiba - Canvio Basics 2TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Silver
- Key Specs
- Storage Capacity: 2000 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: HDTB320XS3CA
- Product Name: Canvio Basics 2TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive
- Color: Silver
- Capacity
- Storage Capacity: 2000 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: Microsoft 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: 0.81 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.)
- Product Weight: 8.11 ounces (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Other
- UPC: 022265824962
Store your large music, movie and other media files with ease using this Toshiba Canvio Basics HDTB320XS3CA 2TB external USB 3.0 hard drive, which features data transfer rates up to 5 Gbps and a 12 ms average seek time for quick write times.
- 2TB storage capacity: Gives you space for plenty of your large media files.
- USB 3.0 interface: Connects easily to your devices. USB-powered to eliminate the need for an external power source.
- Data transfer rates up to 5 Gbps: Contribute to a quick response as you update your files.
- 8MB cache buffer: For speedy processing.
- 5400 rpm speed: Provides fast performance.
- 12 ms average seek time: Enables quick write times.
- Internal shock sensor: Along with ramp-loading technology helps protect your data.
- Compact, smudge-resistant design: For a sleek look.
- PC compatible: For use with Windows 7, 8 and 8.1.
- 2TB storage capacity: Gives you space for plenty of your large media files.
- USB 3.0 interface: Connects easily to your devices. USB-powered to eliminate the need for an external power source.
- Data transfer rates up to 5 Gbps: Contribute to a quick response as you update your files.
- 8MB cache buffer: For speedy processing.
- 5400 rpm speed: Provides fast performance.
- 12 ms average seek time: Enables quick write times.
- Internal shock sensor: Along with ramp-loading technology helps protect your data.
- Compact, smudge-resistant design: For a sleek look.
- PC compatible: For use with Windows 7, 8 and 8.1.
Whats Included
- 2TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive
- USB 3.0 cable
- Owner's manual
- 2TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive
- USB 3.0 cable
- Owner's manual
Q: What is the difference between 3.0 and 2.0. How do I know which one I need?
A: USB 3.0 transfers are up to 640 MBps (Megabytes Per Second), 2.0 transfers are up to 60 MBps; basically USB 3.0 is about 10 times faster than USB 2.0. You have to check your computer to see if it has USB 3.0 ports. This drive is backwards compatible with 2.0 which means it works with both 2.0 and 3.0 USB ports. Hope this helps.
Q: Will this work for Xbox One?
A: Thanks for your question, Robert. Yes, the Toshiba Canvio Basics 2TB external hard drive is compatible with Xbox One. Keep in mind that once you plug the external hard drive into one of the available USB ports on the Xbox One it will delete the contents on the hard drive and reformat it for use with Xbox One.
Q: Can this be used with windows 10??
A: Yes, but please see my review regarding eject problems that may or may not be related to Win10.
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Q: Will this external hard drive (Toshiba Canvio Basics) work with both Windows Vista and Windows 10?
A: This item does not work with Vista or Windows 10.
