Best External Hard Drives for Workstations of 2024

These external hard drives are suitable for use with workstations. They have fast read and write speeds. These devices can also withstand small drops.

WD 2TB Elements Portable External Hard Drive HDD
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Hard Disk Storage Capacity	2TB
Connectivity Technology	USB
Operating System Compatibility	Windows OS, Mac OS
Data Transfer Rate	High
Encryption	AES
Hard disk Interface	USB 3.0
Color	Black
Casing Material	PVC
Weight	4.64 ounces
Special Features	Performnce, Password

Silicon Power 5TB Rugged A62L Shockproof
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Hard Disk Storage Capacity	5TB
Connectivity Technology	USB
Operating System Compatibility	Windows OS, Mac OS
Data Transfer Rate	High Speed
Encryption	AES
Hard disk Interface	USB 3.0
Color	Black
Casing Material	Silicone Rubber, PVC, Metal Casing
Weight	12 ounces
Special Features	Schockproof

Silicon Power 2TB Ultra Slim Armor A75 Shockproof
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Hard Disk Storage Capacity	2TB
Connectivity Technology	USB
Operating System Compatibility	Windows OS, Mac OS
Data Transfer Rate	High
Encryption	AES
Hard disk Interface	USB 3.0
Color	Black
Casing Material	Silicone Rubber, PVC
Weight	9.6 ounces
Special Features	Shockproof

WD 2TB Elements SE - Portable SSD
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Hard Disk Storage Capacity	2TB
Connectivity Technology	USB
Operating System Compatibility	Windows OS, Mac OS
Data Transfer Rate	up to 400MB/s
Encryption	AES
Hard disk Interface	USB 3.0
Color	Black
Casing Material	PVC
Weight	‎0.952 ounces
Special Features	Drop Resistance

Toshiba Canvio Advance 4TB Portable External Hard Drive
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Hard Disk Storage Capacity	4TB
Connectivity Technology	USB
Operating System Compatibility	Windows OS, Mac OS
Data Transfer Rate	High
Encryption	AES
Hard disk Interface	USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 compatible.
Color	Black
Casing Material	PVC
Weight	7.68 ounces
Special Features	Anti Shock

LaCie Mobile Drive 2TB External Hard Drive HDD
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Hard Disk Storage Capacity	2TB
Connectivity Technology	USB
Operating System Compatibility	Windows OS, Mac OS
Data Transfer Rate	High
Encryption	AES
Hard disk Interface	USB 3.0
Color	Silver
Casing Material	PVC
Weight	0.88 lbs
Special Features	High speed

ADATA Durable Series HD770G RGB 2TB Red External
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Hard Disk Storage Capacity	2TB
Connectivity Technology	USB
Operating System Compatibility	Windows OS, Mac OS
Data Transfer Rate	High
Encryption	AES
Hard disk Interface	USB 3.0
Color	Black
Casing Material	Silicone Rubber, Metal Casing
Weight	0.60 lbs
Special Features	Rugged

Seagate One Touch 2TB External Hard Drive HDD
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Hard Disk Storage Capacity	2TB
Connectivity Technology	USB
Operating System Compatibility	Windows OS, Mac OS
Data Transfer Rate	High
Encryption	AES
Hard disk Interface	USB 3.0
Color	Black
Casing Material	Silicone Rubber, PVC, Metal Casing
Weight	‎8.1 ounces
Special Features	Anti Shock

ADATA HD830 5TB Ruggedized IP68 Extra Strength
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Hard Disk Storage Capacity	5TB
Connectivity Technology	USB
Operating System Compatibility	Windows OS, Mac OS
Data Transfer Rate	High
Encryption	AES
Hard disk Interface	USB 3.0
Color	Black
Casing Material	Silicone Rubber, Metal Casing
Weight	1.32 lbs
Special Features	Rugged

WD 5TB Elements Portable External Hard Drive HDD
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Hard Disk Storage Capacity	5TB
Connectivity Technology	USB
Operating System Compatibility	Windows OS, Mac OS
Data Transfer Rate	High
Encryption	AES
Hard disk Interface	USB 3.0
Color	Black
Casing Material	PVC
Weight	0.52 lbs
Special Features	Tablet, PC, MAC, Laptop

Seagate Ultra Touch HDD 2TB External Hard Drive
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Hard Disk Storage Capacity	2TB
Connectivity Technology	USB
Operating System Compatibility	Windows OS, Mac OS
Data Transfer Rate	120 MB
Encryption	AES
Hard disk Interface	USB C
Color	Black
Casing Material	PVC
Weight	‎5.3 ounces
Special Features	Personal, gaming, business

ADATA HD830 4TB Ruggedized IP68 Extra Strength
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Hard Disk Storage Capacity	4TB
Connectivity Technology	USB
Operating System Compatibility	Windows OS, Mac OS
Data Transfer Rate	High
Encryption	AES
Hard disk Interface	USB 3.0
Color	Black
Casing Material	Silicone Rubber, Metal Casing
Weight	1.32 lbs
Special Features	Rugged

Silicon Power 4TB Rugged Armor A62L Shockproof
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Hard Disk Storage Capacity	4TB
Connectivity Technology	USB
Operating System Compatibility	Windows OS, Mac OS
Data Transfer Rate	High Speed
Encryption	AES
Hard disk Interface	USB 3.0
Color	Black
Casing Material	Silicone Rubber, PVC, Metal Casing
Weight	12 ounces
Special Features	Schockproof

Toshiba Canvio Basics 4TB Portable External Hard Drive
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Hard Disk Storage Capacity	4TB
Connectivity Technology	USB
Operating System Compatibility	Windows OS, Mac OS
Data Transfer Rate	High
Encryption	AES
Hard disk Interface	USB 2.0/3.0
Color	Satin finish
Casing Material	PVC
Weight	7.68 ounces
Special Features	Anti Shock

Silicon Power 4TB Game Drive External Hard Drive A66
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Hard Disk Storage Capacity	4TB
Connectivity Technology	USB
Operating System Compatibility	Windows OS, Mac OS
Data Transfer Rate	High
Encryption	AES
Hard disk Interface	USB 3.0
Color	Black
Casing Material	Silicone Rubber, PVC
Weight	13.4 ounces
Special Features	Shockproof

Toshiba Canvio Flex 4TB Portable External Hard Drive
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Hard Disk Storage Capacity	4TB
Connectivity Technology	USB
Operating System Compatibility	Windows OS, Mac OS
Data Transfer Rate	High
Encryption	AES
Hard disk Interface	USB 3.0
Color	Silver
Casing Material	PVC
Weight	7.36 ounces
Special Features	Includes USB-C and USB-A cables

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