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Reviewed on June 12, 2012 Check prices
Product overview

$89 to $164 at 9 stores $106.99 - Dell Home $96.00 - Server Supply.com Inc $89.00 - Abt Electronics Check prices

Seagate Backup Plus (1TB, blue)

CNET Editor rating:
4.0 stars Excellent
Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 2 reviews

The Bottom Line: Seagate Backup Plus carries the flexibility of the GoFlex portable drive while adding performance and style to portable storage. The new drive makes an excellent buy. Read review

Specs: 1 TB, External hard drive

WD My Passport Portable (2TB, USB 3.0, Black, March 2012)

Reviewed on March 29, 2012 Check prices
Product overview

$149 to $256 at 13 stores $149.99 - Amazon.com $179.99 - Dell Home $180.00 - Server Supply.com Inc Check prices

WD My Passport Portable (2TB, USB 3.0, Black, March 2012)

CNET Editor rating:
4.0 stars Excellent
Average user rating: 0.5 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: The WD My Passport Portable makes an excellent portable drive for use with both desktop and laptop computers, at home or while on the road. Read review

Specs: 2 TB, External hard drive, SuperSpeed USB 3.0

Reviewed on June 12, 2012 Check prices
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$69 to $167 at 9 stores $69.99 - Amazon.com $95.00 - Server Supply.com Inc $69.00 - Abt Electronics Check prices

Seagate Backup Plus (500GB, blue)

CNET Editor rating:
4.0 stars Excellent
Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: Seagate Backup Plus carries the flexibility of the GoFlex portable drive while adding performance and style to portable storage. The new drive makes an excellent buy. Read review

Specs: 500 GB, External hard drive

Reviewed on July 3, 2012 Check prices
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$179 to $371 at 12 stores $179.99 - Amazon.com $179.99 - TigerDirect.com $199.99 - J&R Music and Computer World Check prices

Buffalo MiniStation Thunderbolt (1TB)

CNET Editor rating:
4.0 stars Excellent
Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: Versatile, good-looking, and fast enough for most applications, the Buffalo MiniStation Thunderbolt HD-PATU3 makes an excellent buy for those looking for a portable Thunderbolt storage device. Read review

Specs: 1 TB, External hard drive

WD My Passport Portable (1TB, USB 3.0, silver, March 2012)

Reviewed on March 29, 2012 Check prices
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$86 to $112 at 10 stores $88.34 - Amazon.com $99.99 - Dell Home $109.00 - Buydig.com Check prices

WD My Passport Portable (1TB, USB 3.0, silver, March 2012)

CNET Editor rating:
4.0 stars Excellent
Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: The WD My Passport Portable makes an excellent portable drive for use with both desktop and laptop computers, at home or while on the road. Read review

Specs: 1 TB, External hard drive

WD My Passport Portable (500GB, USB 3.0, black, March 2012)

Reviewed on March 29, 2012 Check prices
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$59 to $179 at 8 stores $59.99 - Amazon.com $69.99 - Dell Home $89.99 - RadioShack.com Check prices

WD My Passport Portable (500GB, USB 3.0, black, March 2012)

CNET Editor rating:
4.0 stars Excellent
Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 2 reviews

The Bottom Line: The WD My Passport Portable makes an excellent portable drive for use with both desktop and laptop computers, at home or while on the road. Read review

Specs: 500 GB, External hard drive, SuperSpeed USB 3.0

Reviewed on September 25, 2012 Check prices
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$208 to $240 at 4 stores $208.99 - Amazon.com $240.00 - Abt Electronics $219.00 - J&R Music and Computer World Check prices

LaCie Rugged USB 3.0 Thunderbolt (1TB)

CNET Editor rating:
4.0 stars Excellent
Average user rating: 0.5 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: Fast, flexible, rugged, and affordable, the LaCie Rugged Thunderbolt is one of the best high-end portable drives on the market. Read review

Specs: 1 TB, External hard drive, 5400 rpm

Reviewed on October 17, 2012 Check prices
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$85 to $190 at 3 stores $85.82 - Amazon.com $99.99 - RadioShack.com $190.25 - Memory4Less.com Check prices

Toshiba Canvio Desk (1TB)

CNET Editor rating:
3.5 stars Very good
Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: The Toshiba Canvio Desk is a frills-free, solid performer for desktop users looking for a backup drive or to expand their storage space. Read review

Specs: 1 TB, External hard drive, 32 MB, 14 ms, 5700 rpm

Reviewed on August 30, 2012 Check prices
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$649 to $1,167 at 13 stores $683.37 - Amazon.com $926.99 - Kmart.com $649.00 - Buydig.com Check prices

WD My Book VelociRaptor Duo

CNET Editor rating:
4.0 stars Excellent
Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: The My Book VelociRaptor Duo is one of the best storage devices thanks to its balanced combination of excellent performance, practical design, and relatively friendly pricing. Read review

WD My Passport Portable (1TB, USB 3.0, black, March 2012)

Reviewed on March 29, 2012 Check prices
Product overview

$86 to $200 at 11 stores $87.33 - Amazon.com $89.99 - Dell Home $109.99 - RadioShack.com Check prices

WD My Passport Portable (1TB, USB 3.0, black, March 2012)

CNET Editor rating:
4.0 stars Excellent
Average user rating: 5.0 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: The WD My Passport Portable makes an excellent portable drive for use with both desktop and laptop computers, at home or while on the road. Read review

Specs: 1 TB, External hard drive, SuperSpeed USB 3.0

Reviewed on June 12, 2012 Check prices
Product overview

$83 to $132 at 6 stores $132.16 - Amazon.com $109.99 - Dell Home $95.00 - Server Supply.com Inc Check prices

Seagate Backup Plus (1TB, black)

CNET Editor rating:
4.0 stars Excellent
Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: Seagate Backup Plus carries the flexibility of the GoFlex portable drive while adding performance and style to portable storage. The new drive makes an excellent buy. Read review

Specs: 1 TB, External hard drive

Reviewed on September 19, 2012 Check prices
Product overview

$69 to $199 at 11 stores $69.99 - Amazon.com $105.00 - Server Supply.com Inc $98.99 - Kmart.com Check prices

WD My Passport Edge

CNET Editor rating:
3.5 stars Very good
Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: Thanks to its compact physical size and bundled software, the WD My Passport Edge is a very good companion for mobile users. Read review

Specs: 500 GB, External hard drive

LaCie Rugged USB 3.0 Thunderbolt (120GB, SSD)

Reviewed on September 25, 2012 Check prices
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$180 to $199 at 5 stores $180.78 - Amazon.com $199.99 - Datavision Computer Video $199.99 - Costcentral.com Check prices

LaCie Rugged USB 3.0 Thunderbolt (120GB, SSD)

CNET Editor rating:
4.0 stars Excellent
Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: Fast, flexible, rugged, and affordable, the LaCie Rugged Thunderbolt is one of the best high-end portable drives on the market. Read review

Specs: 120 GB, External hard drive

Reviewed on October 17, 2012 Check prices
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$116 to $200 at 9 stores $119.27 - Amazon.com $145.00 - Server Supply.com Inc $125.99 - Toshiba Check prices

Toshiba Canvio Desk (3TB)

CNET Editor rating:
3.5 stars Very good
Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: The Toshiba Canvio Desk is a frills-free, solid performer for desktop users looking for a backup drive or to expand their storage space. Read review

Specs: 3 TB, External hard drive, 32 MB, 14 ms, 5700 rpm

Seagate FreeAgent GoFlex Ultra-portable (1.5TB, USB 3.0, 22mm)

Reviewed on September 28, 2010 Check prices
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$145 to $242 at 2 stores $145.89 - Amazon.com $242.74 - Memory4Less.com Check prices

Seagate FreeAgent GoFlex Ultra-portable (1.5TB, USB 3.0, 22mm)

CNET Editor rating:
4.0 stars Excellent
Average user rating: 2.0 stars out of 12 reviews

The Bottom Line: Even with the slightly low USB 3.0 performance, the GoFlex Ultra still makes an excellent portable external hard drive for people who need to expand their computer's storage. Read review

Specs: 1.5 TB, External hard drive, SuperSpeed USB 3.0

WD My Passport Portable (1TB, USB 3.0, red, March 2012)

Reviewed on March 29, 2012 Check prices
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$89 at 1 store $89.99 - Amazon.com Check prices

WD My Passport Portable (1TB, USB 3.0, red, March 2012)

CNET Editor rating:
4.0 stars Excellent
Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: The WD My Passport Portable makes an excellent portable drive for use with both desktop and laptop computers, at home or while on the road. Read review

Specs: 1 TB, External hard drive

Reviewed on June 12, 2012 Check prices
Product overview

$89 to $213 at 10 stores $89.99 - Amazon.com $109.99 - Dell Home $95.00 - Server Supply.com Inc Check prices

Seagate Backup Plus (1TB, silver)

CNET Editor rating:
4.0 stars Excellent
Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: Seagate Backup Plus carries the flexibility of the GoFlex portable drive while adding performance and style to portable storage. The new drive makes an excellent buy. Read review

Specs: 1 TB, External hard drive

Reviewed on October 17, 2012 Check prices
Product overview

$99 to $197 at 12 stores $101.99 - Amazon.com $113.00 - Server Supply.com Inc $104.99 - Toshiba Check prices

Toshiba Canvio Desk (2TB)

CNET Editor rating:
3.5 stars Very good
Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: The Toshiba Canvio Desk is a frills-free, solid performer for desktop users looking for a backup drive or to expand their storage space. Read review

Specs: 2 TB, External hard drive, 32 MB, 14 ms, 5700 rpm

Seagate Expansion External Hard Drive (1TB)

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$80 to $240 at 3 stores $80.00 - Amazon.com $240.00 - Server Supply.com Inc $196.15 - Memory4Less.com Check prices

Seagate Expansion External Hard Drive (1TB)

CNET Editor rating:
0.0 stars
Average user rating: 2.0 stars out of 14 reviews

Specs: 1 TB, External hard drive, Hi-Speed USB, 3.5", 7200 rpm

Reviewed on March 23, 2012 Check prices
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$431 to $745 at 9 stores $431.99 - Amazon.com $569.00 - Document IO $549.00 - Buydig.com Check prices

WD My Book Thunderbolt Duo (4TB)

CNET Editor rating:
3.5 stars Very good
Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: The WD My Book Thunderbolt Duo makes a very good external storage device for Thunderbolt-enabled Macs thanks to its comparative affordability, ease of use, and decent performance. Read review

Reviewed on April 5, 2011 Check prices
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$69 to $191 at 3 stores $69.99 - Amazon.com $74.00 - Buydig.com $191.82 - Memory4Less.com Check prices

Seagate GoFlex Slim (500GB)

CNET Editor rating:
4.0 stars Excellent
Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: With an ultrathin, sturdy design and fast performance, the Seagate GoFlex Slim external hard drive makes a great companion for a laptop that has built-in support for USB 3.0. Read review

Specs: 500 GB, External hard drive, 5400 rpm

Reviewed on January 6, 2013 Check prices
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$1,079 to $1,200 at 8 stores $1,123.89 - Amazon.com $1,079.99 - MacMall $1,199.00 - Costcentral.com Check prices

LaCie 5big Thunderbolt (10TB)

CNET Editor rating:
4.0 stars Excellent
Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: Though it lacks RAID 5, the speedy 5big Thunderbolt is still worth the hefty investment, and is a better buy than competing devices. Read review

Reviewed on June 12, 2012 Check prices
Product overview

$89 to $170 at 11 stores $89.99 - Amazon.com $104.99 - Dell Home $110.00 - Server Supply.com Inc Check prices

Seagate Backup Plus (1TB, red)

CNET Editor rating:
4.0 stars Excellent
Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: Seagate Backup Plus carries the flexibility of the GoFlex portable drive while adding performance and style to portable storage. The new drive makes an excellent buy. Read review

Specs: 1 TB, External hard drive

Reviewed on August 8, 2011 Check prices
Product overview

$2,291 to $2,499 at 4 stores $2,409.33 - eBay $2,499.99 - Datavision Computer Video $2,291.56 - PCNation.com Check prices

Promise Pegasus R6 (12TB, SATA II)

CNET Editor rating:
3.5 stars Very good
Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 2 reviews

The Bottom Line: If you have a Thunderbolt-enabled computer, the Promise Pegasus R6's storage capacity, its features, and especially its performance are worth the hefty investment for those who demand fast external storage. Read review

Reviewed on April 9, 2012 Check prices
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$419 to $454 at 5 stores $419.97 - Amazon.com $450.41 - TigerDirect.com $454.97 - Datavision Computer Video Check prices

IoSafe Solo G3 (3 TB)

CNET Editor rating:
4.0 stars Excellent
Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: The ioSafe Solo G3 makes an excellent backup solution for those who need to make sure their important data survives even the worst disasters. Read review

Specs: 3 TB, External hard drive