Toshiba Canvio Basics External HDD 4TB Black USB 3.2 Gen 1

The Toshiba Canvio Basics is a reliable and portable external hard drive offering 4TB of storage capacity in a sleek black design. Ideal for backing up important files, photos, and videos, this USB 3.2 Gen 1 drive delivers fast data transfer speeds up to 5 Gbit/s. Its compact 2.5-inch form factor makes it easy to carry, and it is bus-powered via USB, eliminating the need for an external power adapter. Pre-formatted with NTFS for Windows, it also supports macOS with simple reformatting.

Advantages

High-capacity 4TB storage in a slim, portable design; USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface for fast transfers; plug-and-play setup with no external power required; matte finish plastic housing for durability; LED indicator for power and activity status.

Suitable for

• Home users needing extra storage for backups
• Students and professionals who require portable data storage
• Gamers expanding storage for consoles or PCs
• Small businesses for data archiving

Key specifications

• Storage Capacity: 4 TB (4000 GB)
• Interface: USB 3.2 Gen 1 (USB 3.0 compatible)
• Connector Type: USB Micro-B
• Data Transfer Rate: Up to 5 Gbit/s
• Drive Type: Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
• Internal Drive Form Factor: 2.5-inch
• Rotational Speed: 5400 RPM
• Power Source: USB Bus-powered
• Color: Black
• File System: NTFS (pre-formatted for Windows)
• Compatibility: Windows 10 / 8.1 / 7; macOS (requires reformatting)
• Plug & Play: Yes
• Enclosure Material: Matte finish plastic
• Operating Temperature: 5°C to 50°C
• Storage Temperature: -20°C to 65°C
• Included Accessories: USB 3.2 Gen 1 cable (Type-A to Micro-B), Quick Start Guide
• LED Indicator: Yes (Power/Activity)

Recommendations

For optimal performance, connect to a USB 3.0 or higher port. For macOS users, reformat to APFS or HFS+ before use. This drive is not intended for use in RAID arrays or as an internal drive.