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Seagate Expansion 4TB External Desktop Hard Drive (STKP4000400)
HD-3E8-SE
STKP4000400, 4TB Storage, External Desktop Drive, Super Speed USB 3.0, 2 Year Warranty, Rescue Data Recovery Included
£98.99 (incl. VAT)
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Seagate Expansion 8TB External Desktop Hard Drive (STKP8000400)
HD-3EA-SE
STKP8000400, 8TB Storage, External Desktop Drive, Super Speed USB 3.0, 2 Year Warranty, Rescue Data Recovery Included
£142.99 (incl. VAT)
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WD Elements Desktop 4.0TB USB 3.0 External Hard Drive (WDBWLG0040HBK)
HD-421-WD
WD Elements™ desktop storage with USB 3.0 offer reliable, high-capacity, add-on storage, ultra-fast data transfer rates, universal connectivity, PS4 Drive, Xbox Drive
£109.99 (incl. VAT)
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Seagate Expansion 6TB External Desktop Hard Drive (STKP6000400)
HD-3E9-SE
STKP6000400, 6TB Storage, External Desktop Drive, Super Speed USB 3.0, 2 Year Warranty, Rescue Data Recovery Included
£129.95 (incl. VAT)
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WD Black D10 8TB 3.5 Desktop USB 3.2 External Hard Drive
HD-58X-WD
WDBA3P0080HBK-EESN, Desktop Portable Game Drive, 8TB Storage Space, 3 Year Warranty
£234.95 (incl. VAT)
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External Desktop Hard Drives (HDD)


WD Black D10 8TB 3.5 Desktop USB 3.2 External Hard Drive

Upgrade your computer’s storage with an external desktop hard drive from manufacturers such as WD and Seagate. Perfect for adding a large amount of storage to any computer, these drives are available in a variety of capacities, from 1TB to 8TB. External desktop hard drives utilise high-speed USB connectivity, making them compatible with many modern devices, such as PCs, laptops, tablets, and even gaming consoles. What’s more, many HDDs operate at speeds of up to 7200RPM, perfect for delivering read/write speeds of up to 250MB/s. Each HDD is enclosed in a durable case, designed to protect them in transit from everyday bumps. This makes an external desktop hard drive the ideal choice for securely transferring and backing up data.


Why Use an External Hard Drive?

There are many advantages to using an external hard drive to store your data. Here are just a few:

  • Extra Storage The main reason for utilising an external hard drive is to boost your storage capacity. If you have fully populated your internal storage, then an external drive is an easy means of adding a significant amount of additional storage. Plus, many models are user friendly, as they are plug and play via USB.
  • Secure Backups Many people require a way of keeping their important files safe, such as legal documents or family photos. An external HDD is an excellent way of doing this. By storing your data on an external drive, you have easy access to your important files and can protect them from malware attacks.
  • Data Transfer Sometimes transferring data between locations over a network is not feasible. An external hard drive is the perfect solution, offering high storage capacity for even the largest files and super-fast transfer speeds. Many gamers who participate in LAN events utilise external drives to store their gaming library, allowing them to transport their games easily between different PCs.


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There are a wide variety of solutions for your external storage requirements. To see what suits you best, we explore everything you need to know about external hard drives on the Overclockers UK blog.

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External Desktop Hard Drives (HDD) FAQ


What brands of external desktop hard drives does Overclockers UK stock?

Here at Overclockers UK, we stock external desktop hard drives from both Seagate and WD.

How large is the capacity of an external desktop hard drive?

You can find external desktop hard drives with capacities ranging between 240GB and 8TB.

What is the max transfer rate of an external desktop hard drive?

The maximum data transfer rate of an external desktop hard drive is dictated by the generation of USB technology it uses. Our range includes models that utilise a USB 3.2 interface, which offers transfer rates of up to 5Gbps.

Can I power an external desktop hard drive through USB?

Most external desktop hard drives require an additional power source as well as a USB connection to operate.

What devices can I use an external desktop hard drive with?

Many external desktop hard drives can be utilised with a wide range of devices including PCs, laptops, Macs, tablets, phones, and more. To determine whether your device does support an external drive, please check the manufacturer’s website.




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