13 best rugged hard drives

Product description

LaCie Rugged USB C is a powerful, trusted external hard drive for Mac and Windows computers. Quickly and easily connect to the latest laptops and PCs using Rugged’s reversible USB C cable—or the included USB 3.0 adapter for legacy USB 3.0 devices. Enjoy a high speed USB C 5Gb/s interface and confidently tackle any terrain with drop, crush, and rain resistance. Plus—take advantage of a complimentary one month membership to the Adobe Creative Cloud All Apps Plan for access to awesome photo and video editing apps; It even includes two year limited warranty protection plan and Rescue Data Recovery services for long term peace of mind.

• Quickly and easily connect to the latest Windows and Mac computers with Rugged’s reversible USB-C cable, or legacy computers using the included USB 3.0 adapter
• Enjoy fast USB-C 130MB/s file transfers, backups, and image browsing
• Confidently tackle any terrain with drop, crush, and rain resistance
• Take advantage of a complimentary one-month membership to the Adobe Creative Cloud All Apps Plan for access to awesome photo and video editing apps
• Enjoy long-term peace of mind with an included two-year limited warranty protection plan and Rescue Data Recovery services

User questions & answers

Question:	Will this work with older macbook air models. i have an early 2014 mojave
Answer:	This LaCie Drive works best with select MacBook models 2015-current. The operating system required to use this drive must be OS X v10.5 or later. We hope this helps answer any compatibility questions you may have.
Question:	Can I use a usbc to usb
Answer:	A USB 3.0 cable is included with the drive, and that can be connected to a USB 2.0 port on the computer, but that will of course greatly reduce performance if you choose to do so.
Question:	can i have a new macbook pro. can i get either the thunderbolt usb-c or the usb-c
Answer:	A USB-C hard drive is compatible with Thunderbolt 3 ports on a Mac, so this will work. Also works of course with USB-C ports, and older USB 3.0 ports using supplied cable.
Question:	How does usbc differ from the thunderbolt usb-c option? i see thunderbolt usbc is more expensive
Answer:	USB-C and Thunderbolt 3 share the same physical connection type (USB-C). USB-C devices can be connected to Thunderbolt 3 ports, as TB3 supports USB-C devices. However, TB3 drives cannot be connected to USB-C ports on computer. So, this USB-C drive will connect to USB-C ports, Thunderbolt 3 ports, or using included cable, USB 3.0/2.0 ports.
Question:	Can I take the hard drive out and use it as a regular desktop hard drive
Answer:	I’ve done this with about 30+ 2tb, 4tb, and 8tb drives over the years- converting an external to an internal- and they are all still running fine to this day. Usually $30-40 cheaper than the internal and you get a free usb cable to boot. Just make sure you don’t hurt your hands while doing it. Twisting a flathead screw driver in the seams seemed like the way to go if I recall. They don’t make the cases easy to open. For someone below: Don’t use these for RAID. NAS rated drives are different because they handle higher heat, able to run 24/7 with cross checks, etc. read more about what makes the iron version a NAS approved drive compared to the standard barracuda.
Question:	will it work with a mac for time machine
Answer:	Just reformatted the external hard drive using Disk Utility. Works for Mac :) Im not a tech savvy person, so I found this website to be useful when selecting what option to select when erasing the hard drive. https://discussions.apple.com/thread/4276140?start=0&tstart=0I chose to use Journaled as I am using this for a Time Machine back up, like Matthew Chellew suggests in the first answer.
Question:	Does it work well with an Xbox One
Answer:	Like a charm, exactly what I purchased it for. Plug into any of the three ports (all 3 of the original XBox One ports are 3.0) and give it a minute. The XBox will recognize it and you have to choose for storage or media. Choose storage for games and you are up and running. Do be aware that this HDD does require its own power supply. I was transferring games within 5 minutes. FWIW within half an hour there was a power outage in the middle of a transfer and the external drive, the XBox One and the data are were ok when power came back on. If a data transfer is interrupted for any reason simply delete the failed portion on the destination drive and start the process over.
Question:	What is the diference between Seagate 5TB usb 3 model numbers STEB5000100, STBV5000100 and STDT
Answer:	The STBV is the older "Expansion" model with a lightly textured plastic case and slightly sloped front bezel. Sold only in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific with a 1-year, 2-year, or 3-year warranty, respectively.The STEB is the replacement "Expansion" model for the above with a more interesting texture and feet on one edge to stand vertically. It is sold in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific with a 1-year, 2-year, or 3-year warranty, respectively.The STDT is the "Backup Plus" model that looks like the STBV except with no sloped front and comes with backup software (on the disk) for both Windows and Mac OS, and includes 200GB of cloud storage with OneDrive for 2 years. It is sold in North America only with a 2-year warranty.The STDT comes in capacities of 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 8TB. The STEB and STBV go up to 5TB.They all use the same SuperSpeed USB 3.0 interface. I suspect the internal drives have small differences and firmware, but I can find no information about that.

Product features

What Does a PC Crave? Extra Space.

For a laptop or desktop overflowing with files, Expansion Desktop delivers loads of add-on capacity. Take advantage of quick transfers and backups with drag-and-drop ease to help protect thousands of photos, songs, and more in one trusty place.

What's Included

Expansion Desktop, 18-inch (45.72cm) USB 3.0 cable, 18W power adapter, Quick start guide

Meet the Rugged Side of USB-C

From urban jungles to backwood trails, Rugged USB-C is ready to survive and ready to connect. Fusing legendary toughness with USB-C, USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 compatibility, it works seamlessly with Mac and Windows alike. Fast transfers. Easy, reliable backups. It's all there.

Product description

Travel with capacity of 4TB in an ultra compact portable hard drive—LaCie Rugged Mini. Seamlessly connect to USB 3.0 computers, transfer content fast with speeds of up to 130MB/s, and trek confidently with all terrain durability of drop, crush, and rain resistance. This drive even includes a complimentary one month membership to the Adobe Creative Cloud All Apps Plan for access to awesome photo and video editing apps, as well as a two year limited warranty for long term peace of mind.

• Travel with a massive capacity of up to 4TB in an ultra compact portable external hard drive LaCie Rugged Mini
• For those who have a need for speed, seamlessly connect to USB 3.0 computers and transfer content fast with speeds of up to 130MB/s
• Trek confidently with an external hard drive that offers all terrain durability of drop, crush, and water resistance
• Take advantage of a complimentary 1 month membership to the Adobe Creative Cloud All Apps Plan for access to awesome photo and video editing apps
• Enjoy long term peace of mind with the included 2 year limited warranty

Product features

The Smallest Rugged Around

With capacities of up to 5TB, the LaCie Rugged Mini is a small but mighty USB 3.0 portable hard drive. Perfect for busy creatives, it offers premium protection for photos, footage, and more while delivering Mac and Windows compatibility, fast speeds, and customizable backup.

What's Included

LaCie Rugged Mini hard drive, USB 3.0 cable (2.0 compatible), Quick Install Guide

Product description

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No More Deleting Your Favorite Games

The Armor A60 allows you to easily free up the storage of your console's internal drive for Xbox and PS4. Just plug the A60 directly into your USB port on your Xbox or PlayStation 4 console and run through an easy setup process within just a few minutes, and you will have more space to store your latest games.

Military-grade Shockproof & Water-resistant

Armor A60 incorporates ultra-rugged rubber casing and internal suspension system, which enable perfect buffer effect and assure rigid protections against crushes, dust and spraying water.

Cable-carry Design

The innovative slot design is equipped for simple cable carrying and storing.

Anti-slip, Anti-scratch

Armor A60 exercises the special surface texture that can not only allow anti-slip function but also keep the drive from damages caused by fingerprints and scratches.

Ultra-fast Transfer Speed

SuperSpeed USB 3.0 interface enables blazing-fast speed performance to quickly transfer large files including HD videos, high-resolution photos and great numbers of documents in seconds.

3-year Warranty

The Armor A60 is backed by a 3-year warranty that guarantees complete services and technical support.

Box Contains

1 x Silicon Power Armor A60 External Hard Drive

1 x USB 3.0 Cable

*MUST READ – 4GB Large File Transferring*

The A60 is pre-formatted to FAT32, so you could use it directly on Mac or Windows without formatting. However, if you’d like to transfer a single file larger than 4GB, please re-format the drive to exFAT before doing so. (*Please backup your drive before reformat.)

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• PS4 / XBOX COMPATIBLE: Ideal for gaming enthusiasts Xbox One, Xbox 360, PS4, PS4 Pro and PS4 Slim (PS4 System Software version 4.50 or higher)
• ALL-ROUND DATA PROTECTION: Military-grade shockproof and IPX4 water-resistant protection,
• NO MORE MISSING CABLES: Cable-carry design for easy cable storage, Supported OS: Windows 10/8.1/8/7/Vista/XP, Mac OS 10.5.x, Linux 2.6.x,
• For Windows User: The A60 is pre-formatted as NTFS, so you could use it directly on Windows .
• [For Mac Users] Reformatting will be required for Mac operating systems]

Product description

One plus one is greater than two. The Store Jet 25M3 combines the shock-resistant qualities with the SuperSpeed 5Gb/s interface bandwidth of USB 3.1 Gen 1, allowing users to enjoy ultra-fast file transfers and the highest level of anti-shock protection.

• USB 3.1 Gen 1 interface
• Up to 2TB storage capacity
• Three-stage shock protection system
• One-touch auto backup button
• Offers Transcend Elite data management software and RecoveRx data recovery software

User questions & answers

Question:	how does data encryption work
Answer:	Encryption is basically encoding information in a way that only the person or computer with the key can decode it. Algorithm's provides the directions and gives a certain range of possible combinations to create the encoded message. A key is a sequence of digital bits that works with an algorithm to encrypt and decrypt the message. basically if you have something on the external hard drive that you don't want others to see if it was stolen or for any other reason encryption keeps them out. you need the key to be able to look at the items / files on the drive.
Question:	Will this drive work with the Xbox one? My main concern is that this drive is unformatted, and most compatible are shown as NTFS. I would think that since the Xbox automatically re-formats the drive during initial installation unformatted, NTFS and FAT32 would all work, is this correct as well
Answer:	Yes. I've been using the 1TB version on my Xbox One for at least six months now with no issues. I had the Xbox format it, just in case, before use. The downside of USB-powered drives is that its max RPM is 5400, so the install and load times are slower than the on-board drive. If you want faster install and load times of your files/games, you'd have to get a 7200RPM driver, however those need external power (In other words, they have a wall wart which could be unsightly or you might not have an outlet available nearby.)
Question:	Does it show up like a drive with a letter when you plug it in? Like the old external drives used to
Answer:	Your operating system will auto assign a drive letter to any storage device detected. So, in Windows - Yes, ALL Windows versions will auto assign a drive letter. Once connected you have the option to assign a drive letter to it for all future connections (like P: for portable) rather than take the default.
Question:	Is the software with this device compatible with Mac's Time Machine
Answer:	You will need to reformat the drive to HTFS+ which is easily done with disc utility. Time Machine can not back up to FAT32. Macs come with all the software needed already installed and it's easy. There's no need to use 3rd party software.

Product features

Lightning-fast transfer speeds

The StoreJet 25MC external hard drive is equipped with the USB 3.1 Gen 1 interface with the support of UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), providing lightning-fast transfer rates of up to 5Gbps.

Excellent anti-shock protection

The StoreJet 25MC features a three-stage shock protection system that meets US military drop-test standards to fully protect data stored on the drive. The three-stage shock protection system includes a silicone rubber case, an internal shock-absorbing suspension damper, and a reinforced hard casing. * Transcend's SJ25MX series passed Free Drop Test with reference to MIL-STD-810G Method 516.6. Certification performed by Intertek, Report No. 180300037TWN-001, dated 2018.

Two color options

The StoreJet 25M3 comes in iron gray and military green. Pick your favorite color!

One touch auto backup

The StoreJet 25M3 is equipped with a one touch auto-backup button that instantly backs up your data with just one press. The button also enables you to reconnect the hard drive to your PC without the need to unplug and reinsert it. Note: Transcend Elite software is required.

Software

Transcend Elite is advanced data management software that keeps important files organized, protected, and up-to-date. RecoveRx is a data recovery utility that allows you to search deep within a storage device for traces of erased files including digital photos, documents, music, and videos.

Quality

Transcend’s external hard drives are built to the highest standards and rigorously tested, offering outstanding quality, performance, and reliability. Transcend products both look after your data and complement your good taste.

Product description

You go through extremes to capture the perfect shot, so make sure your storage is as relentless as you are. With G-Technology’s ArmorATD drive, you get an all-terrain drive with shock, rain, dust and crush resistance to protect your footage from out in the wild to back in the studio. Finally, a rugged drive you can rely on. | *As used for storage capacity, one terabyte (TB) = one trillion bytes. Total accessible capacity varies depending on operating environment. | **Shock resistance up to 1.2m for 1TB and 2TB drive, and 1m for 4TB and 5TB drive on a carpeted concrete floor.

• Triple-layer shock resistance for added durability
• Rain-and dust-resistant (IP54) enclosure with a 1000lb crush rating
• With capacities up to 5TB* of storage for your photos and footage
• USB-C ready; USB-3.0 and Thunderbolt 3 compatible
• Ready to go with mac and Windows

User questions & answers

Question:	Which laptop or tablet is the model holding along with the drive in the last picture
Answer:	I have bought a few pairs of 64GB flash drives and haven't had any problems except when I ended work while it was still processing. And that was easy to fix. I don't use 128GB (no matter the brand) because I have had problems. Mike PS- Go on You Tube and see if they have a solution to repair your drive.
Question:	Can this be plugged into a smartphone (Samsung, Apple, Android, etc) and be used to transfer files dirctly between the smartphone and hard drive
Answer:	Install in a computer usb port and copy music to it.
Question:	My 2013 imac i7 connected to this drive with a usbc to thunderbolt cable doesn't see the drive. what's up
Answer:	Hello, these USB flash drives can be read and write. You can read or edit the data directly on it. They can be formatted. The default format is exFAT, they can be formatted to exFAT or NTFS.
Question:	Is the connection speed 40gbps when connecting to thunderbolt 3 on a late 2018 macbook pro or 10gbps
Answer:	I’m not aware that cold will cause any problems. I have stored some at near zero (Utah mountains) and they were fine. Extreme heat might be bad for them, but I don’t know.

Product features

Room For Adventure

Up to 5TB* of storage gives you a portable way to back up your photos, footage and files wherever your adventure takes you.

USB-C Ready

USB-C connectivity gives you plug and play storage with support for Thunderbolt 3, with an included USB-C to USB-A adapter for USB 3.0 compatibility.

Ready to Go With Mac And Windows

Works with both Mac and Windows right out of the box. No reformatting necessary.

Product description

The LaCie rugged USB-C portable drive marries rugged durability with cutting-edge USB-C. The result is a Vault for your data that's compatible with next-gen computers like the Apple MacBook, as well as USB computers.

• New USB-C connector for next-generation computers
• Included USB 3.0 adapter works with PC or Mac
• Bus powered for mobile workflows
• Drop, crush, and rain resistant for all-terrain use
• Includes 1-month complimentary membership to Adobe Creative Cloud All Apps Plan. Must redeem by January 31, 2020.

User questions & answers

Question:	The description says this comes with an adapter, but it doesn't come up on any of the reviews. can use this drive with a usb
Answer:	This unit has USB and Thunderbolt. There are adapters available to use the older USB devices with USB C.
Question:	Good for mp3 storage
Answer:	You may need a specific Thunderbolt driver for Ubuntu to access this drive. I would go the Ubuntu website to see if this exists. Normally, I access Ubuntu from a virtual machine so I avoid this kind of problem.
Question:	What's the difference with other same products
Answer:	It comes with a short Thunderbolt cable and a USB cable, you don't need to buy any.
Question:	Will it work with an iPad mini
Answer:	The drive itself is only 5,400 RPM. However, if your only option is Thunderbolt or USB 2.0 (2011 iMac for instance) then this drive will still offer higher performance over a 7,200 RPM external USB 2.0 hard drive. USB 2.0 is limited to about 60MB/s (480Mbit/s), and this drive achieves around 105MB/s - 109MB/s according to http://reviews.cnet.com/external-hard-drives/buffalo-ministation-thunderbolt-1tb/4505-3190_7-35338125.html. Having said that, I have two of these. I have one on a 2013 iMac (i7 & 16GB Ram) and another on a 2011 iMac (i7 & 16GB Ram). I use them as external drives for my Windows 8 virtual machines. They are very speedy, and I haven't had any performance issues as of yet. You're correct however, you will never see 10,000GBit/s as they imply.

Product features

Next-Generation USB-C Computers

No up/down or left/right orientation means there’s no wrong way to connect the USB-C cable.

Any PC/Mac with USB 3.0

Connect to any existing computer using the included USB-C to USB adapter cable. Ship your project to a client without worrying about compatibility.

Fast Transfer Speeds

With a 5Gb/s interface, you can quickly transfer footage, browse large photo libraries without lag, and perform backups fast.

Space for Today and Tomorrow

Featuring one of the market’s highest storage capacity for its size, the LaCie Rugged USB-C gives you enough space to store your digital present—and future. Massive capacity lets you use the LaCie Rugged as a shuttle drive to transport footage from set to post-production or to store a huge Lightroom library.

Tough Storage for When the Going Gets Rough

Featuring the market's highest storage, Creative pros have been depending on LaCie Rugged drives for over a decade because they are the most reliable way to transport and capture data in the field. With resistance to drops, crush, rain, and unauthorized access, the LaCie Rugged USB-C is tough enough for extreme conditions—from a sudden rainstorm to a crush of suitcases in an airplane cargo hold.

* In non-operating mode.

** Determined by a test that approximates a real-world scenario in which the hard drive remained functional, despite aesthetic damage, after the product was driven over by an approximately 1-ton car (1000 kg / 2205 lbs).

Product description

Military-grade Shockproof

Compliant with the U.S. military drop-test standards, Armor A30 is comprised of silicone material on the most vulnerable corners, building from the internal structure to the exterior, adding an extra shield to withstand crushes and shocks.

Hexagonal Pattern for Scratch Resistant

Armor A30 features a distinguished hexagonal pattern covering over the surface, which makes it more durable to any scratches or fractions.

Cable wrap-around design

The innovative slot design is especially equipped for simple cable carrying and storing by which you can easily wrap the cables around the drive.

Ultra-fast Transfer Speed

SuperSpeed USB 3.0 interface enables blazing-fast speed performance to quickly transfer large files including Full HD videos, high-resolution photos and great numbers of documents in seconds.

3-year Warranty

The Armor A30 is backed by a 3-year warranty that guarantees complete services and technical support.

Box Contains

1 x Silicon Power Armor A30 External Hard Drive

1 x USB 3.0 Cable

• Military-grade shockproof
• SuperSpeed USB 3.0 interface, backward compatible with USB 2.0
• Cable storage design for simple cable carrying
• [For Windows User] The A30 is pre-formatted as NTFS, so you could use it directly on Windows. [For Mac Users] Reformatting will be required for Mac operating systems
• 3 year manufacturer warranty.

Product description

No More Deleting Your Favorite Games The Armor A60 allows you to easily free up the storage of your console's internal drive for Xbox and PS4. Just plug the A60 directly into your USB port on your Xbox or PlayStation 4 console and run through an easy setup process within just a few minutes, and you will have more space to store your latest games. Military-grade Shockproof & Water-resistant Armor A60 incorporates ultra-rugged rubber casing and internal suspension system, which enable perfect buffer effect and assure rigid protections against crushes, dust and spraying water. Cable-carry Design The innovative slot design is equipped for simple cable carrying and storing. Anti-slip, Anti-scratch Armor A60 exercises the special surface texture that can not only allow anti-slip function but also keep the drive from damages caused by fingerprints and scratches. Ultra-fast Transfer Speed SuperSpeed USB 3.0 interface enables blazing-fast speed performance to quickly transfer large files including HD videos, high-resolution photos and great numbers of documents in seconds. 3-year Warranty The Armor A60 is backed by a 3-year warranty that guarantees complete services and technical support. Box Contains 1 x Silicon Power Armor A60 External Hard Drive 1 x USB 3.0 Cable

• [PS4 / XBOX COMPATIBLE] Ideal for gaming enthusiasts Xbox One, Xbox 360, PS4, PS4 Pro and PS4 Slim (PS4 System Software version 4.50 or higher).
• [ALL-ROUND DATA PROTECTION] Military-grade shockproof and IPX4 water-resistant protection
• [NO MORE MISSING CABLES] Cable-carry design for easy cable storage
• Supported OS: Windows 10/8.1/8/7/Vista/XP, Mac OS 10.5.x, Linux 2.6.x
• [For Windows User] The A60 is pre-formatted as NTFS, so you could use it directly on Windows [For Mac Users] Reformatting will be required for Mac operating systems

User questions & answers

Question:	How do I download games on Xbox
Answer:	Go to your storage on the xbox once you plug it in and it's very easy to download your games
Question:	Can I password protect this drive once I receive it and have placed data on it
Answer:	My expertise is in the realm of Macintosh, but in that case, yes you can. There are various ways to do this. I imagine the same is true for PC.
Question:	How hard is it to format for the xbox x? could i format it on a apple computer for my xbox
Answer:	yes
Question:	does this work for a ps
Answer:	Yes no problem. Right now that's what I'm using it for.

Product description

SPECIFICATION

Interface : USB 3.2 Gen 1 (USB 2.0 backward compatible)

Connection: USB Type-A Protection : IP68 MIL-STD-810G 516.6 military grade protection from drop, water and dust-proof

OS Requirements:

Windows XP/Vista/7/8/8.1/10

Mac OS X 10.6 or later

Linux Kernel 2.6 or later

Warranty : 3 Year

Package Content: HD710 Drive, USB 3.2 cable Type-A, Quick Start Guide



*This drive is pre-formatted to be compatible with Windows system. If you are using it on Mac systems, please format the drive using Mac Disk Utility before use.

• Interface: USB 3.2 Gen1 ( backward compatible with USB 2.0 )
• Protection: IP68 Rugged
• Capacity available: 1TB/ 2TB
• Easy to use on Windows system. Please perform a reformat if use with Mac system.
• Ideal for data transferring and game storing.

User questions & answers

Question:	What is the length of the warranty
Answer:	(Taken from ADATA site) External Storage : ADATA external HDD and external SSD are covered by a 3-year warranty commencing from the purchase date.
Question:	Does this drive come pre-formatted - plug and play? as in quick remove and just plug back in? thank you
Answer:	Y
Question:	How big of an external hard drive do I need if I just want to backup video games
Answer:	It is 3.5” about terabyte of storage is awesome
Question:	will it work surface pro
Answer:	It definitely will

Product description

A common scenario: You need to edit and deliver a project to a client, but you use a USB-C Macbook Pro and they use a USB 3.0 computer. What do you do? Simple—go for Rugged. This family of drives embraces a wide array of interface compatibilities so that you can edit, collaborate, and share seamlessly.



The LaCie Rugged USB-C portable drive marries rugged durability with cuttingedge USB-C. The result is a vault for your data that’s compatible with next-gen computers like the Apple Macbook, as well as USB computers.



Featuring the market’s highest storage capacity for its size, the LaCie Rugged USB-C gives you enough space to store your digital present—and future. Massive capacity lets you use the LaCie Rugged as a shuttle drive to transport footage from set to post-production or to store a huge Lightroom library.



Creative pros have been depending on LaCie Rugged drives for over a decade because they are the most reliable way to transport and capture data in the field. With resistance to drops, crush, rain, and unauthorized access, the LaCie Rugged USB-C is tough enough for extreme conditions—from a sudden rainstorm to a crush of suitcases in an airplane cargo hold.



In The Box

2x Rugged 2TB USB-C (USB 3.1) External Hard Drives

2x Ivation Compact Portable Hard Drive Case

2x USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C Cable

2x USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C to Type-A Cable

64GB SD Card

RitzGear USB-C Drive Memory Card Reader / Writer

• Transport your data safely with the LaCie Rugged Mini external USB-C hard drive
• Compatible with next-gen computers like the latest Apple Macbook
• Bus powered for added mobility
• Shock, dust, and water resistant for all-terrain use
• Take advantage of a complimentary 1 month membership to the Adobe Creative Cloud All Apps Plan for access to awesome photo and video editing apps

Product description

The Transcend 4TB USB 3. 1 StoreJet 25H3 Portable Hard Drive offers an impressive level of anti-shock protection without sacrificing its slender good looks. High storage capacity and a convenient auto-backup button. It is SuperSpeed USB 3. 1 (1st gen) compliant and backwards compatible with USB 3. 0/2. 0. It has a three stage shock protection system, and includes a durable anti-shock silicone outer shell. Free download of Transcend Elite & RecoveRx software. Additional features include: connection bandwidth up to 5Gbits per second, USB powered, power saving sleep mode, plus more.

• Usb 3. 1 Gen 1 interface with the support of UASP
• Up to 4TB storage capacity
• Three-stage shock protection system
• One-touch auto backup Button
• Offers Transcend Elite data management software and recover data recovery software

User questions & answers

Question:	how long is the usb cable
Answer:	USB Cable is about 18 inches long.
Question:	Does this work with laptops? How many USB ports does it need to run
Answer:	Works great. I've got 5 of these, one of which I've been using since 2010 (an earlier slimmer model though, but still padded like this). All still working perfectly well. It requires only one USB port and works best with USB 3.0 ports. Even thinking of getting a 6th one
Question:	will this work with my android tablet? I have a samsung galaxy note pro with 4.4/kitkat
Answer:	works with my Android tablet, also works as external drive for my Samsung smart blueray player, and WD TV Live Streaming Media Player
Question:	what is the difference between M3 and H
Answer:	From the http://www.transcend-info.com. The H3 is tested to the U.S. military drop-test standards MIL-STD-810F.The M3 is tested to the U.S. military drop-test standards MIL-STD-810G 516.6.That is the only difference I saw.

Product features

Lightning-fast transfer speeds

The StoreJet 25H3 external hard drive is equipped with the USB 3.1 Gen 1 interface with the support of UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), providing lightning-fast transfer rates of up to 5Gbps.

Excellent anti-shock protection

The StoreJet 25H3 features a three-stage shock protection system that meets US military drop-test standards to fully protect data stored on the drive. The three-stage shock protection system includes a silicone rubber case, an internal shock-absorbing suspension damper, and a reinforced hard casing. * Transcend's SJ25H3 series passed Free Drop Test with reference to MIL-STD-810G Method 516.6. Certification performed by Intertek, Report No. 171200169TWN-001, dated 2017.

Capacious storage

The StoreJet 25H3 comes in high capacities of up to 4TB, so you can store and back up all of your files. Take this on-the-go storage solution with you and enjoy peace of mind!

Two color options

The StoreJet 25H3 comes in navy blue and purple. Pick your favorite color!

One touch auto backup

The StoreJet 25H3 is equipped with a one touch auto-backup button that instantly backs up your data with just one press. The button also enables you to reconnect the hard drive to your PC without the need to unplug and reinsert it. Note: Transcend Elite software is required.

Software

Transcend Elite is advanced data management software that keeps important files organized, protected, and up-to-date. RecoveRx is a data recovery utility that allows you to search deep within a storage device for traces of erased files including digital photos, documents, music, and videos.

Quality

Transcend’s external hard drives are built to the highest standards and rigorously tested, offering outstanding quality, performance, and reliability. Transcend products both look after your data and complement your good taste.

Product description

StoreJet 25M3 COne plus one is greater than two. The StoreJet 25M3 combines the shock-resistant qualities with the SuperSpeed 5Gb / s interface bandwidth of USB 3. 1 Gen 1, allowing users to enjoy ultra-fast file transfers and the highest level of anti-shock protection.

• Usb 3. 1 Gen 1 interface with the support of UASP
• Up to 2TB storage capacity
• Three-stage shock protection system
• One-touch auto backup Button
• Offers Transcend Elite data management software and recover data recovery software

User questions & answers

Question:	how does data encryption work
Answer:	Encryption is basically encoding information in a way that only the person or computer with the key can decode it. Algorithm's provides the directions and gives a certain range of possible combinations to create the encoded message. A key is a sequence of digital bits that works with an algorithm to encrypt and decrypt the message. basically if you have something on the external hard drive that you don't want others to see if it was stolen or for any other reason encryption keeps them out. you need the key to be able to look at the items / files on the drive.
Question:	Will this drive work with the Xbox one? My main concern is that this drive is unformatted, and most compatible are shown as NTFS. I would think that since the Xbox automatically re-formats the drive during initial installation unformatted, NTFS and FAT32 would all work, is this correct as well
Answer:	Yes. I've been using the 1TB version on my Xbox One for at least six months now with no issues. I had the Xbox format it, just in case, before use. The downside of USB-powered drives is that its max RPM is 5400, so the install and load times are slower than the on-board drive. If you want faster install and load times of your files/games, you'd have to get a 7200RPM driver, however those need external power (In other words, they have a wall wart which could be unsightly or you might not have an outlet available nearby.)
Question:	Does it show up like a drive with a letter when you plug it in? Like the old external drives used to
Answer:	Your operating system will auto assign a drive letter to any storage device detected. So, in Windows - Yes, ALL Windows versions will auto assign a drive letter. Once connected you have the option to assign a drive letter to it for all future connections (like P: for portable) rather than take the default.
Question:	Is the software with this device compatible with Mac's Time Machine
Answer:	You will need to reformat the drive to HTFS+ which is easily done with disc utility. Time Machine can not back up to FAT32. Macs come with all the software needed already installed and it's easy. There's no need to use 3rd party software.

Product features

Lightning-fast transfer speeds

The StoreJet 25MC external hard drive is equipped with the USB 3.1 Gen 1 interface with the support of UASP (USB Attached SCSI Protocol), providing lightning-fast transfer rates of up to 5Gbps.

Excellent anti-shock protection

The StoreJet 25MC features a three-stage shock protection system that meets US military drop-test standards to fully protect data stored on the drive. The three-stage shock protection system includes a silicone rubber case, an internal shock-absorbing suspension damper, and a reinforced hard casing. * Transcend's SJ25MX series passed Free Drop Test with reference to MIL-STD-810G Method 516.6. Certification performed by Intertek, Report No. 180300037TWN-001, dated 2018.

Two color options

The StoreJet 25M3 comes in iron gray and military green. Pick your favorite color!

One touch auto backup

The StoreJet 25M3 is equipped with a one touch auto-backup button that instantly backs up your data with just one press. The button also enables you to reconnect the hard drive to your PC without the need to unplug and reinsert it. Note: Transcend Elite software is required.

Software

Transcend Elite is advanced data management software that keeps important files organized, protected, and up-to-date. RecoveRx is a data recovery utility that allows you to search deep within a storage device for traces of erased files including digital photos, documents, music, and videos.

Quality

Transcend’s external hard drives are built to the highest standards and rigorously tested, offering outstanding quality, performance, and reliability. Transcend products both look after your data and complement your good taste.

Product description

Flexible Cable-carry Design The rubber stripe features flexible usages that it can be moved to the back or the front of the drive so that the cable-carry function works for both sides. And the stripes can also be used to store different kinds of cables or even other things. Military-grade Shockproof, IPX4 Water-resistant and Anti-scratch Protections Compliant with the USA military-grade shockproof drop test and IPX4 water-resistant standard, the A62 provideds multiple protections against accidental drops and water splashes. The unique surface also helps to avoid fingerprints, scratches and damage caused by friction. USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface enables blazing-fast speed performance to quickly transfer large files including HD videos, high-resolution photos and great numbers of documents in seconds. SP Widget Software Organizes Your Files Smartly 3-year Warranty The Armor A62 is backed by a 3-year warranty that guarantees complete services and technical support. Box Contains 1 x Silicon Power Armor A62 External Hard Drive, 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Cable

• Flexible cable-carry design for easy cable storage.
• Military-grade shockproof and IPX4 water-resistant protections.
• Stylish and slim exterior design. USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface, backward compatible with USB 3.1 Gen1, USB 3.0, USB 2.0.
• Ideal for gaming enthusiasts Xbox One, Xbox 360, PS4, PS4 Pro and PS4 Slim (PS4 System Software version 4.50 or higher). Work with PCs and Macs, enabling users to share files between different platforms.

User questions & answers

Question:	is it possible to format it to be like a flash drive
Answer:	Yes
Question:	Can you format to Fat
Answer:	Dear Customer, Our hard drive default format is NTFS, you will have to format to FAT32 to use it. Thank you.
Question:	Can this work on MacBook Pro
Answer:	Dear Customer, [For Windows User] The A60 is pre-formatted as NTFS, so you could use it directly on Windows [For Mac Users] Reformatting will be required for Mac operating systems. We suggest you purchase the Type-C version of our HDD if your Macbook Pro does come with a Type-C port. Thank you.
Question:	The description says that is compatible for ps4 but doesn’t say if it’s compatible for ps4 slim is it compatible for ps4 slim
Answer:	Yes, it is compatible with PS4 Slim and we suggest you reformat the drive to "exFAT" (exFAT file system is the best for PS4 external hard drive.)