The Toshiba Canvio Basics 1TB Portable External HDD is a compact, 2.5-inch, USB-powered hard drive that offers plug-and-play storage and transfer speeds of up to 5 Gbps.
### Key specifications and features
- Capacity: 1TB (approximately 931GB of usable space when formatted in NTFS)
- Interface: USB 3.2 Gen 1 (USB 3.0), backward compatible with USB 2.0
- Transfer speed: Up to 5 Gbps
- Design and weight: Matte black finish; 109 × 78 × 14 mm; approximately 149g
- Compatibility: Preformatted in NTFS for Windows; can be reformatted for macOS
- Safety features: Built-in internal shock sensor and ramp-load design
- Warranty: Typically 2 to 3 years, depending on the regional model
Other models in the lineup include the Toshiba Canvio Ready, Canvio Advance, Canvio Flex, and Canvio Gaming. Check South African retailers such as Makro or HiFiCorp for regional availability.
Are you planning to use this drive with a Windows PC, Mac, or gaming console? You can also compare it with alternatives from WD or Seagate.
