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The new norm in external storage Light and pocket-sized, the Portable SSD T7 both delivers fast speeds and safeguards data for an easy way to store and transfer large files. Experience everyday high performance in your work and play with the T7.Transfer in a flash. Transfer massive files within seconds with the incredible speed of USB 3.2 Gen 2 on the T7. The embedded PCIe NVMe technology facilitates sequential read/write speeds of up to 1,050/1,000 MB/s, respectively, making the T7 almost twice as fast as the previous T5 model.Built strong and secure SSD stands for Solid State Drive, which means it's built with no moving parts. The hardware can be secured with an AES 256-bit encrypted password and is encased in a sturdy metal body that keeps data intact from falls of up to 2 meters. The T7 is confidently backed by a 3-year limited warranty.Sophisticated thermal solution Use T7 without worrying about overheating. The T7's advanced thermal solution uses ePCM technology and the Dynamic Thermal Guard to withstand and control heat, so the compact SSD stays at an optimal temperature even at fast speeds. Sleek and compact style Pocket-sized and slim, the lightweight body comes standard on the T7. Roughly the size of a credit card and weighing in at 58 grams, the solid aluminum unibody construction fits comfortably in the palm of your hand. Find your best fit The T7 gives you a range of options so you can find your perfect match. Pick a color from classic black to striking blue and red, and choose from three capacities to fit what your lifestyle demands: 500GB, 1TB, or 2TB. Multi-device compatibility Access your files anytime, anywhere. The T7 is compatible with PC, Mac, Android devices, gaming consoles, and more. Included in the box are USB Type C-to-C and Type C-to-A cables for added convenience. Management software The T7 comes embedded with upgraded software for PCs and Macs to help you set up a password and get the latest firmware updates. You can also download the mobile app for Android smartphones and tablets. World's No. 1 Flash Memory Experience the superior performance and reliability that you can only get from the world's number one brand forflash memory since 2002. All firmware and components,including Samsung's world-renowned DRAM and NAND, are produced in-house, allowing end-to-end integration for quality you can trust

The new norm in external storage Light and pocket-sized, the Portable SSD T7 both delivers fast speeds and safeguards data for an easy way to store and transfer large files. Experience everyday high performance in your work and play with the T7. Transfer in a flash Transfer massive files within seconds with the incredible speed of USB 3.2 Gen 2 on the T7. The embedded PCIe NVMe technology facilitates sequential read/write speeds of up to 1,050/1,000 MB/s, respectively, making the T7 almost twice as fast as the previous T5 model. Built strong and secure SSD stands for Solid State Drive, which means it's built with no moving parts. The hardware can be secured with an AES 256-bit encrypted password and is encased in a sturdy metal body that keeps data intact from falls of up to 2 meters. The T7 is confidently backed by a 3-year limited warranty. Sophisticated thermal solution Use T7 without worrying about overheating. The T7's advanced thermal solution uses ePCM technology and the Dynamic Thermal Guard to withstand and control heat, so the compact SSD stays at an optimal temperature even at fast speeds. Sleek and compact style Pocket-sized and slim, the lightweight body comes standard on the T7. Roughly the size of a credit card and weighing in at 58 grams, the solid aluminum unibody construction fits comfortably in the palm of your hand. Find your best fit The T7 gives you a range of options so you can find your perfect match. Pick a color from classic black to striking blue and red, and choose from three capacities to fit what your lifestyle demands: 500GB, 1TB, or 2TB. Multi-device compatibility Access your files anytime, anywhere. The T7 is compatible with PC, Mac, Android devices, gaming consoles, and more. Included in the box are USB Type C-to-C and Type C-to-A cables for added convenience. Management software The T7 comes embedded with upgraded software for PCs and Macs to help you set up a password and get the latest firmware updates. You can also download the mobile app for Android smartphones and tablets. World's No. 1 Flash Memory Experience the superior performance and reliability that you can only get from the world's number one brand forflash memory since 2002. All firmware and components,including Samsung's world-renowned DRAM and NAND, are produced in-house, allowing end-to-end integration for quality you can trust

Every journey needs a passport.The WD My Passport drive is a trusted, portable storage hard drive that gives you the confidence and freedom to drive forward in life. With a new, stylish design that fits in the palm of your hand, there's space to store, organize, and share your photos, videos, music, and documents. Perfectly paired with backup software and password protection (Windows only), the My Passport portable HDD helps keep your digital life's contents safe.Slim styleSlim and durable design to help make your life on-the-go effortlessly convenient. Robust construction provides you with a reliable companion for your adventures.Expansive CapacityUnlock vast storage possibilities with up to 6TB capacity, providing plenty of space to carry your photos, videos, music, and important documents wherever life takes you - helping to keep everything securely within your grasp.Backup that's simple. Help protect against ransomware.Scheduling backups of your precious files made easier with the included Acronis True Image for Western Digital software. Also help fortify your important applications and protect your computer system against data loss caused by ransomware attacks.Help safeguard what matters mostHelp safeguard your files against unauthorized access at home or away. Use our included software to add an extra layer of security with password protection and built-in 256-bit AES encryption.A worry-free warrantyWe build our drives using tried and true components and provide a 3-year limited warranty for extra peace of mind.Designed with the Planet in MindThe enclosure of this drive is composed of more than 50% post-consumer recycled plastic. Packaging is made of over 50% post-consumer recycled pulp and is fully recyclable.

Expand internal storage. Expand your gaming possibilities. Instantly expand the capacity of the most-powerful gaming experience Xbox has ever created with the Seagate Storage Expansion Card for Xbox Series X|S. Effortlessly compatible with the Xbox Velocity Architecture, experience the fastest load times and most dynamic worlds - with improved performance optimised for Xbox Series X games spanning every Xbox generation. Play at home or take it to a friend's house; peak performance is now at your fingertips.Key Advantages Built-in partnership with Xbox to seamlessly match the full power of both the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S Add up to 2 TB of peak performance storage to your Xbox Series X or Xbox Series S without sacrificing performance Compatible with the Xbox Velocity Architecture - providing faster load times, richer environments, and more immersive gameplay Achieve the same performance of the Xbox Velocity Architecture when playing games that have been optimised for Xbox Series X Quick resume means gamers can switch between multiple titles in seconds - from either the internal SSD or the expansion card Easily plug in and play, or remove the card and take your games with you

Rugged durability Tough, fast, and compact. The all new rugged PSSD T7 Shield is built to endure with the space to create thanks to an IP65 rating for Dust and Water resistance. Keep cool at high speed Transfer massive files in seconds. USB 3.2 Gen 2 and PCIe NVMe achieve soaring sequential read/write speeds of up to 1,050/1,000 MB/s, allowing you to edit directly from the drive. The high-tech rubber exterior with Dynamic Thermal Guard controls heat to maintain steady performance for even giant projects. Mighty tough Ready for the rough and tumble. Shoot on location and wander the wild while feeling confident your data is securely resistant against water and dust with an IP65 rating. The rugged design and advanced outer elastomer add extra durability to even endure a 9.8 foot drop. Compatible with your devices The T7 Shield is compatible with PC, Mac, Android devices, gaming consoles, and more. Included in the box are USB Type C-to-C and Type C-to-A cables for added convenience. Durable yet stylish Take your pick. 1TB or 2TB gives you colossal space in sleek colorways of blue, beige, or black. The stylish rubberized grip prevents slips so it stays in your hands. Bring everything with you, and look great doing it. World's #1 Flash Memory Brand Experience the superior performance and reliability that you can only get from the world's number one brand for flash memory since 2003. All firmware and components, including Samsung's world-renowned DRAM and NAND, are produced in-house, allowing end-to-end integration for quality you can trust.

Rugged durability Tough, fast, and compact. The all new rugged PSSD T7 Shield is built to endure with the space to create thanks to an IP65 rating for Dust and Water resistance. Keep cool at high speed Transfer massive files in seconds. USB 3.2 Gen 2 and PCIe NVMe achieve soaring sequential read/write speeds of up to 1,050/1,000 MB/s, allowing you to edit directly from the drive. The high-tech rubber exterior with Dynamic Thermal Guard controls heat to maintain steady performance for even giant projects. Mighty tough Ready for the rough and tumble. Shoot on location and wander the wild while feeling confident your data is securely resistant against water and dust with an IP65 rating. The rugged design and advanced outer elastomer add extra durability to even endure a 9.8 foot drop. Compatible with your devices The T7 Shield is compatible with PC, Mac, Android devices, gaming consoles, and more. Included in the box are USB Type C-to-C and Type C-to-A cables for added convenience. Durable yet stylish Take your pick. 1TB or 2TB gives you colossal space in sleek colorways of blue, beige, or black. The stylish rubberized grip prevents slips so it stays in your hands. Bring everything with you, and look great doing it. World's #1 Flash Memory Brand Experience the superior performance and reliability that you can only get from the world's number one brand for flash memory since 2003. All firmware and components, including Samsung's world-renowned DRAM and NAND, are produced in-house, allowing end-to-end integration for quality you can trust.

Slim style. The new My Passport drive has been redesigned for you to make the most of your own journey. It features a convenient, slim form factor and is available in a range of vibrant colors.Locked down. The My Passport drive's built-in 256-bit AES hardware encryption with password protection helps keep your digital life's contents secure. Just activate password protection and set your own personalized password using WD Discovery.Backed up. The My Passport drive comes equipped with WD Backup software to help make sure everything you create while on your own life journey - photos, videos, music and documents - doesn't get lost. You can set it to run automatically to your schedule. Just pick the time and frequency to back up important files from your system onto your My Passport drive.Super easy. My Passport portable storage is ready right out of the box including all necessary cables. And with SuperSpeed USB, you can quickly start backing up everything in your life and keep driving forward.Social friendly. Included WD Discovery software lets you connect to popular social media and cloud storage services like Facebook, Dropbox and Google Drive. Seamlessly import, organise and share your photos, videos and docs to the My Passport drive to backup your online social life. WD Discovery can also manage your drive through WD Drive Utilities.Ongoing confidence. There's no telling what's ahead in your own journey. That's why WD builds drives to demanding requirements for durability, and long-term reliability. On top of that, it comes with a 3-year limited warranty.

Rugged durabilityTough, fast, and compact. The all new rugged PSSD T7 Shield is built to endure with the space to create thanks to an IP65 rating for Dust and Water resistance. Keep cool at high speedTransfer massive files in seconds. USB 3.2 Gen 2 and PCIe NVMe achieve soaring sequential read/write speeds of up to 1,050/1,000 MB/s*, allowing you to edit directly from the drive. The high-tech rubber exterior with Dynamic Thermal Guard controls heat to maintain steady performance for even giant projects.Mighty tough Ready for the rough and tumble. Shoot on location and wander the wild while feeling confident your data is securely resistant against water and dust with an IP65 rating. The rugged design and advanced outer elastomer add extra durability to even endure a 9.8 foot drop.Compatible with your devices The T7 Shield is compatible with PC, Mac, Android devices, gaming consoles, and more. Included in the box are USB Type C-to-C and Type C-to-A cables for added convenience.Durable yet stylish Take your pick. 1TB or 2TB gives you colossal space in sleek colorways of blue, beige, or black. The stylish rubberized grip prevents slips so it stays in your hands. Bring everything with you, and look great doing it.World's #1 Flash Memory Brand Experience the superior performance and reliability that you can only get from the world's number one brand for flash memory since 2003. All firmware and components, including Samsung's world-renowned DRAM and NAND, are produced in-house, allowing end-to-end integration for quality you can trust.