I am debating between those Western Digital portable drives that go up to 5tb that function with USB only (WD my passport) and the bigger ones (eg my book) that are bigger and need power outlet besides the USB connection.

Is there any difference in quality or durability to store media?

  • LoafedBurrito@lemmy.dbzer0.com
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    5 hours ago

    I have bought 7 Elements and they have all lasted at least 9 years. The Mybook series have been known to fail more often and i think they use a different drive than in the elements. I only buy Elements externals and Best buys Easystore since it’s the same as elements. I have several 14-18TB drives and they work great for torrenting and data hoarding.

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      5 hours ago

      Hey thanks for the feedback. When you say elements, are you referring to the Desktop variant that needs external power or the portable?