Backup Computer Desktops To External Drive

I bought this hard drive to use with Time Machine on my Mac. I literally just plugged it in, then the computer asked me if I wanted to use it as my Time Machine backup and I clicked yes. Presto. Done. Didn't install any software, it's just plug and play. (I had to buy a new external drive because I got a new computer and the old backup drive would be completely overwritten if I used it for Time Machine. This one is about 1/20 the size of the old. Since I work upstairs in my bedroom at night sometimes, it's nice to have an external drive that is completely portable. This way I tend to plug it in for a backup more often instead of waiting until I am downstairs again.) I actually bought an extra one for a different computer.

I need CD blanks to first backup my computer, in case of external/internal hard drive failure. And to copy/burn and to store relevant data. So I choose Verbatim because they are highly reliable and I have had success with them before.

This is my 3rd redundant WD external hard drive (all at once), to ensure backup of my data. I recently suffered a total hard drive failure of my computer. Bought new computer, ran everything including my back up email over to new computer, and I'm fine with no lost data. You cannot afford to not buy one of these if you have a computer!

I use the drive for video production and another one for backup on my mac pro. I edit on the one that is in one of the bays inside the computer. I back up to the one on my external esata drive. I haven't encountered any problems with them yet. They're fast enough for music and video production ( 7200 rpm) and have enough space do substantial work.

I purchased this drive to replace a smaller capacity external backup drive for my computer. The 2TB capacity should take care of my backups for the next few years. This drive is very compact in size and sits out of the way. The price was the lowest I've found. I'm completely satisfied with B & H.

I’ve been nervous about not having a backup to my external drive. All better now!

I use this drive as an external backup for photo's. Works without a problem.

I use it as a Desktop Main Drive. One may use it as a backup external drive with SATA enclosure (not included)as well. Most of the time I buy from B & H. Shop around and you will come back to B & H to place your order. Very courteous and professional staff to my experience.

I have used a LaCie Rugged USB External Hard Drive as a backup device for over 10 years. This is a very reliable product. When I purchased a new computer with a Type C drive I did not hesitate to upgrade to a LaCie Type C drive knowing it would be just as reliable.

It seems fine - my first external backup drive! Small, easy, and a great price.