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

Toshiba

Toshiba HDTCA10XR3AA 1TB portable hard drive USB 3.0 Red

SKU CH-542J-33J9A MPN HDTCA10XR3AA

Portable 1 TB hard drive with USB 3.0 interface in a compact red 2.5 inch case

  • ColorRed
  • 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 large photo, music and video libraries
  • USB 3.0 interface enables fast file transfers
  • Compact 2.5 inch form factor fits in a bag
  • Weighs .33 lb for easy portability
  • Includes backup and security software for data protection

Portable 1 TB USB 3.0 drive

The Toshiba Canvio Advance HDTCA10XR3AA is a 1 TB portable hard drive with a USB 3.0 interface and a red textured finish. It is formatted NTFS for Windows 10 and Windows 8.1 and requires reformatting for macOS 10.13, 10.14 or 10.15. The 2.5 inch form factor measures 0.55 by 3.10 by 4.30 inches and weighs 0.33 lb.

Upgrade from USB 2.0 or smaller capacity

The drive works with USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 ports, so it replaces older USB 2.0 external drives that limit transfer speed. The jump is worth it when you need faster file copies and a larger 1 TB capacity for photos, music and videos. It is not suited for buyers who need solid-state speeds or capacities above 1 TB.

Sustained workload behaviour

The mechanical 2.5 inch drive delivers consistent throughput for long sequential transfers such as full library backups. Downloadable backup software allows scheduled intervals so the drive handles repeated write cycles without user intervention. Performance will vary with file mix and the host USB port generation.

Highlights

  • 1TB capacity stores large photo, music and video libraries
  • USB 3.0 interface enables fast file transfers
  • Compact 2.5 inch form factor fits in a bag
  • Weighs .33 lb for easy portability
  • Includes backup and security software for data protection

Specifications

BrandTOSHIBA
SeriesCanvio Advance
ModelHDTCA10XR3AA
ColorRed
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 the 2.5 inch red drive so I can check if it fits my bag pocket?

The drive measures .55 inches high, 3.10 inches wide and 4.30 inches deep, weighing .33 lb.

Which cable do I plug in first, and does the drive need separate power?

Connect the supplied USB 3.0 cable to an available USB 2.0 or USB 3.0 port; the drive draws power from the port and needs no external adapter.

Will the NTFS formatting work on macOS 10.15, or must I reformat before first use?

The drive ships formatted NTFS for Windows 10 and 8.1; it requires reformatting for macOS 10.15, 10.14 or 10.13.

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