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product_id: 433489705
title: "Maxone 160GB External Hard Drive Portable 2.5'' Ultra Slim HDD Storage USB 3.0 for PC, Mac, Laptop, Chromebook - Gold"
brand: "maxone"
price: "R5"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: false
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/433489705-maxone-160gb-external-hard-drive-portable-2-5-ultra-slim
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# USB 3.0 super-speed 5 Gbit/s transfer 160GB ultra-portable storage Durable all-aluminum anti-scratch casing Maxone 160GB External Hard Drive Portable 2.5'' Ultra Slim HDD Storage USB 3.0 for PC, Mac, Laptop, Chromebook - Gold

**Brand:** maxone
**Price:** R5
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 💼 Elevate your digital workspace with Maxone’s sleek, speedy, and sturdy storage solution!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Maxone 160GB External Hard Drive Portable 2.5'' Ultra Slim HDD Storage USB 3.0 for PC, Mac, Laptop, Chromebook - Gold by maxone
- **How much does it cost?** R5 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/433489705-maxone-160gb-external-hard-drive-portable-2-5-ultra-slim)

## Best For

- maxone enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted maxone brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Built to Endure:** Robust metal design resists scratches and keeps your drive cool and whisper-quiet during heavy use.
- • **Blazing Fast Transfers:** USB 3.0 tech delivers up to 5 Gbit/s speeds—10x faster than USB 2.0—so your workflow never stalls.
- • **Peace of Mind Warranty:** Backed by a 3-year manufacturer warranty and free tech support, because your data deserves the best.
- • **Plug & Play Simplicity:** No drivers or external power needed—just connect and expand your storage instantly across PC, Mac, Linux, and Chromebook.
- • **Pocket-Sized Powerhouse:** Ultra-slim 0.4-inch profile fits effortlessly in your hand or bag, perfect for on-the-go pros.

## Overview

The Maxone 160GB External Hard Drive combines a slim, durable all-aluminum design with USB 3.0 technology for ultra-fast data transfers up to 5 Gbit/s. Compatible across major operating systems, it offers plug-and-play convenience without external power. Ideal for professionals needing reliable, portable storage with a 3-year warranty and free technical support.

## Description

Plug-and-Play High-Speed Connectivity Plug-and-play functionality on your PC without the need of an external power supply. Slim design, fit in your palm. The sleek and protective metal finish is available in Black and Blue. High-speed USB 3.0 and 2.0 connectivity SuperSpeed USB that can transfer data at up to 5 Gbit/s (625 MB/s), which is about ten times as fast as the USB 2.0 standard. If you connected a USB drive and Windows doesn’t show up in the file manager, you should first check the Disk Management window. To open Disk Management on Windows 8 or 10, right-click the Start button and select “Disk Management”. On Windows 7, press WindowsR to open the Run dialog, type diskmgmt.msc into it, and press Enter. To create a new partition on your drive, do the following: 1.Right-click on the Unallocated space, and go to New Simple Volume 2. Now set the size of the new volume, and you’re good to go! Note: if you need it for PS3 and smart TV, this external hard drive has to be reformatted in Fat32 file. capacity on the product will be different from the windows output: Capacity on product (Decimal)Windows Output (Binary) 250GB 238GB 320GB 298GB 500 GB 465 GB 1 TB (1,000 GB) 931 GB 2 TB (2,000 GB) 1,862 GB 3 TB (3,000 GB) 2,794 GB.

## Features

- ✔ Ultra Slim and Sturdy Metal Design: Merely 0.4 inch thick. All-Aluminum anti-scratch model delivers remarkable strength and durability, keeping this portable hard drive running cool and quiet
- ✔ Compatible With: Microsoft Windows 10/ Windows 8.1/ Windows 8/ Windows 7, Mac OS (★10.6.5 and above, require reformat)/ Linux
- ✔ Improve PC Performance: Powered by USB 3.0 technology, this USB hard drive is much faster than - but still compatible with - USB 2.0 backup drive, allowing for super fast transfer speed at up to 5 Gbit/s
- ✔ Plug and Play: The external drive is ready to use without external power supply or software installation needed. Ideal extra storage for your PC and Laptop
- ✔ What's Included: Portable external hard drive, 19-inch(48.26cm) USB 3.0 hard drive cable, user's manual, 3-Year manufacturer warranty with free technical support service

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Brand | Maxone |
| Product Dimensions | 12 x 8 x 1 cm; 155 g |
| Item model number | 2519-160GB Gold |
| Manufacturer | Mexone |
| Series | FAT 32 |
| Color | Gold |
| Form Factor | 2.5-inch |
| Hard Drive Size | 160 GB |
| Hard Disk Description | Mechanical Hard Disk |
| Hard Drive Interface | USB 3.0 |
| Hard Disk Rotational Speed | 5400 RPM |
| Hardware Platform | PC |
| Are Batteries Included | No |
| Item Weight | 155 g |

## Product Details

- **Digital storage capacity:** 160 GB
- **Hard disk interface:** USB 3.0
- **Connectivity technology:** USB
- **Brand:** Maxone
- **Special features:** Compact
- **Hard disk form factor:** 2.5 Inches
- **Hard disk description:** Mechanical Hard Disk
- **Compatible devices:** Laptop, PC
- **Installation type:** External Hard Drive
- **Colour:** Gold

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Capacity, Color** options.

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*Last updated: 2026-03-09*