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Green rectangular 2.5 inch portable hard drive with textured finish and USB 3.0 cable

Toshiba

Toshiba HDTCA10XG3AA 1TB portable hard drive USB 3.0 green

SKU CH-ANGY-40RQB MPN HDTCA10XG3AA

A portable 1TB USB 3.0 hard drive in green with backup and security software

  • ColorGreen
  • InterfaceUSB 3.0
  • Capacity1TB
  • FeaturesStore It All - In Style Step up your storage with up to 4TB
  • System RequirementsFormatted NTFS for Microsoft Windows 10, Windows 8.1 Require
  • Form Factor2.5"

Options 1TB

  • 1TB capacity stores photos, music and videos on the go
  • USB 3.0 interface enables fast file transfers with USB 2.0 compatibility
  • Pocket-sized 2.5-inch form factor measures 0.55 by 3.10 by 4.30 inches
  • Weighs only 0.33 lb for easy daily carry
  • Includes backup and security software for automated data protection

1TB green portable drive

The Toshiba Canvio Advance HDTCA10XG3AA is a 1TB portable hard drive finished in green. It connects through a USB 3.0 interface and draws power from the host port. The 2.5 inch form factor measures .55 by 3.10 by 4.30 inches and weighs .33 lb. It ships formatted NTFS for Windows 10 and 8.1 and requires reformatting for macOS 10.13, 10.14 or 10.15.

Upgrading from smaller or USB 2.0 storage

This drive replaces lower-capacity external disks or older USB 2.0 models that limit transfer speed. The jump is worth it when you need 1TB of space in a pocket-sized enclosure and want the faster throughput of USB 3.0 for moving large media libraries. It is not suited for buyers who want more storage than 1TB or who need an internal drive form factor.

Sustained load behaviour

Under continuous read or write activity the mechanical 2.5 inch platters maintain steady throughput within the USB 3.0 bandwidth. There is no thermal throttling because the metal chassis acts as a passive heatsink. Performance remains consistent across long backup sessions rather than dropping after a short burst.

Highlights

  • 1TB capacity stores photos, music and videos on the go
  • USB 3.0 interface enables fast file transfers with USB 2.0 compatibility
  • Pocket-sized 2.5-inch form factor measures 0.55 by 3.10 by 4.30 inches
  • Weighs only 0.33 lb for easy daily carry
  • Includes backup and security software for automated data protection

Specifications

BrandTOSHIBA
SeriesCanvio Advance
ModelHDTCA10XG3AA
ColorGreen
InterfaceUSB 3.0
Capacity1TB
FeaturesStore It All - In Style
Step up your storage with up to 4TB capacity so you can take your massive collection of photos, music, and videos with you on the go - and still have space for all your other important files, too. Choose from up to three trendy colors in a stylish, textured finish, so your portable storage can stand out as much as you do.
Back up Automatically
Avoid losing valuable content with the included Toshiba Storage Backup Software for your PC. The intuitive interface makes backing up your data a breeze. Simply set the time and intervals for your backups and let the sof
System RequirementsFormatted NTFS for Microsoft Windows 10, Windows 8.1
Requires reformatting for macOS v10.15 / v10.14 / v10.13
Available USB 2.0 or USB 3.0 Port
Form Factor2.5"
Dimensions0.55" x 3.10" x 4.30"
Weight0.33 lb.
Package ContentsToshiba Canvio Advance Portable Hard Drive
USB 3.0 Cable (works with USB 2.0)
Quick Start Guide
Downloadable Software*
* Software is available via a free download that is subject to Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage Corporation's and/or Toshiba America Electronic Components, Inc.'s standard End User License Agreement. Software is compatible with Windows PC only.
Shipping weight0.22 kg
Package size140 × 112 × 38 mm

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Questions about this item

What are the exact dimensions of this 2.5 inch drive so I can check it fits my bag or dock?

The drive measures .55 inches high, 3.10 inches wide and 4.30 inches deep.

Which file system does the drive ship with and what must I do before using it on macOS 10.15?

It comes formatted NTFS for Windows 10 and 8.1; you must reformat it for macOS 10.15, 10.14 or 10.13.

Is there any internal battery or fan that will need replacement later?

No, the drive draws power from the USB 3.0 or 2.0 port and has no internal battery or fan to service.

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