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?

  • ui3bg4r@lemmy.orgOPEnglish
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    5 days ago

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

    • LoafedBurrito@lemmy.dbzer0.comEnglish
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      2 days ago

      The Desktop Variant. They use 3.5" drives and are normally white label drives and last me a long time. Ive had several portable 2.5" drives fail in less than 3 years, but not any 3.5" drives.