500 GB

The Verbatim GT Portable Hard Drive USB 2.0 500Gb features the famous red and white racing stripes seen in circuits all over the world.

Being lightweight and combining large capacity with good looks; the GT portable hard drive is perfect for carrying with you, bringing style and reliability to your workspace.

The GT is USB 2.0 powered and requires no external power for operation – simply plug and play.

For added security, Nero BackItUp and Burn Essentials software is provided to help back up your laptop or PC's hard drive.

You can back up your files; folders; and drives whenever you want or schedule the auto back-up to a set time for added security. Nero Express also gives you the option to burn your files to CD or DVD.

500Gb storage gives you room for up to 142,000 digital photos, 125,000 MP3s, 220 hours of DVD standard video or 60 hours of HD video.

Nero RescueAgent helps you recover files should they become damaged. Nero BackItUp and Burn Essentials Software is compatible with Windows XP; Vista; Window 7 and Windows 8 (not compatible with Mac OS).

The Verbatim GT Portable Hard Drive also comes with Green Button energy saving software that suspends the hard drive from spinning while not in use.

Seagate Backup Plus, easy backup for your digital life on your computer and the cloud.

The Seagate® Backup Plus desktop drive simplifies backup for consumers who want to protect their entire digital life locally, in the cloud or from social networks. Via the Seagate Dashboard, use the Protect function to set up a one-click plan or customize your scheduled local backup.

Keep multiple copies of your files in case disaster strikes. With the Save feature, user-generated content can be backed up from your favourite social networks. Many people now use their smartphones to capture priceless moments. While these devices are handy and readily available, storage is not their strong suit. Capture a memory, post it on a social networking site and let the Seagate Dashboard automatically back up any content posted. Even if the file gets accidentally deleted from the device, another copy can be waiting.

The Share feature allows multiple files to be uploaded to social networks at once from your computer. The days of uploading individual files without creating a new album are gone! Simply select files to upload, choose where to post them and even add comments. Managing your social profile has never been easier.

Install the pre-loaded NTFS driver for Mac, and use the drive interchangeably between PC and Mac® computers without reformatting the drive.

For even more flexibility, with the Seagate Backup Plus design, you can upgrade from the included USB 3.0 interface to Thunderbolt™ Technology or FireWire® 800 with the available additional adapter.

Put your digital life on the stylishly small My Passport Essential portable hard drive. With WD quality and leading-edge Technology, this drive is designed for today with tomorrow in mind. Dual USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 compatibility - A single drive with universal compatibility today and next generation speed for tomorrow. Use it with USB 2.0 now and step up to USB 3.0 speed when you're ready. Up to 3x faster transfer rates - When connected to a SuperSpeed USB 3.0 port this drive lets you access and save files up to 3 times faster than USB 2.0. Transfer a 2 hour HD movie in just under 5 minutes instead of 14 minutes. (Performance may vary based on user's hardware and system configuration.) WD quality inside and out - For over 20 years, millions of people worldwide have trusted their data to WD hard drives.

WD SmartWare software - You're in control of your backup. Install all the features, select just the components you need, or if you prefer, choose not to use the software at all. Automatic, continuous backup. Whenever you add or change a file it's instantly backed up. Password protection for privacy - Gain peace of mind knowing that your data is protected from unauthorized access with password protection and encryption.

USB powered - Powered directly from the USB port on your PC. No separate power supply is needed. Store up to 142,000 photos, 38 hours of video and 125,000 songs. Planet friendly - We designed a small box to minimize waste and used recycled material. We encourage you to recycle it. Compatibility formatted NTFS Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7. Requires reformatting for Mac OS X Leopard, Snow Leopard Package Contents portable hard drive WD SmartWare software. USB cable. Quick install guide.

Benefit from 500Gb of extra storage in a stylish book designed portable HDD from HP. With its USB 3.0 connector and its included SimpleSave software, creating a backup has never been so fast and easy.

• Book style design
• Connection : USB 3.0/2.0
• Form factor : 2.5 inch
• Drive speed: 5400rpm
• Cache : 8Mb
• Backup software : Included HP SimpleSave
• H 16, W 120, D 85 mm

Benefit from 500Gb of extra storage in a stylish book designed portable HDD from HP. With its USB 3.0 connector and its included SimpleSave software, creating a backup has never been so fast and easy.

• Book style design
• Connection : USB 3.0/2.0
• Form factor : 2.5 inch
• Drive speed: 5400rpm
• Cache : 8Mb
• Backup software: Included HP SimpleSave
• H 16, W 120, D 85 mm