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product_id: 484459272
title: "Toshiba Canvio Partner 2TB Portable 2.5’’ External Hard Drive, USB 3.2, Mac & Windows Compatible. Xbox, PS4"
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price: "R4631"
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# USB 3.2 Gen 1 fast transfer up to 5Gbps Compact & ultra-portable design 2TB massive storage Toshiba Canvio Partner 2TB Portable 2.5’’ External Hard Drive, USB 3.2, Mac & Windows Compatible. Xbox, PS4

**Brand:** toshiba
**Price:** R4631
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 💼 Elevate your workflow with storage that moves as fast as you do!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Toshiba Canvio Partner 2TB Portable 2.5’’ External Hard Drive, USB 3.2, Mac & Windows Compatible. Xbox, PS4 by toshiba
- **How much does it cost?** R4631 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- toshiba enthusiasts

## Why This Product

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

## Key Features

- • **Massive 2TB Storage:** Store your entire digital life—documents, media, and backups—without compromise.
- • **Blazing USB 3.2 Speed:** Experience rapid file transfers up to 5Gbps, saving you precious time on the go.
- • **Plug & Play Simplicity:** No drivers or software needed—just connect and start working instantly on Mac or Windows.
- • **Travel-Ready Portability:** Slim, lightweight, and stylish—carry your data effortlessly wherever your hustle takes you.
- • **Trusted Toshiba Reliability:** Built with 50+ years of expertise and shock sensors to keep your data safe and sound.

## Overview

The Toshiba Canvio Partner 2TB Portable External Hard Drive combines massive storage capacity with USB 3.2 Gen 1 speed in a sleek, compact design. Compatible with both Mac and Windows, it offers effortless plug-and-play use and reliable data protection backed by Toshiba’s decades of expertise. Perfect for professionals who demand fast, secure, and portable storage to keep their digital assets accessible anytime, anywhere.

## Description

From the manufacturer Canvio Partner Portable Hard Drive Your simple storage partner - For Mac and Windows PC Canvio Partner With mobile storage, you need a simple solution you can trust. That‘s why we designed the Canvio Partner for efficiency and reliability. Whether Mac or Windows, it‘s ready to use in no time – with capacity options up to 4 TB. Plug it in, drag and drop, and you‘re ready to keep all your files safe and up to date wherever your journey takes you. Personal storage to go Get quick access to all your content whenever you need it. The Canvio Partner is both stylish and easy to carry. You‘ll get stuff done on the road and always have the latest versions of your files at hand. Key Features 2.5" External Hard Drive Matt finish SuperSpeed USB 3.2 Gen 1 port USB-powered Compatible with Mac and Windows PC Your data in safe hands With over 50 years of experience in hard drive technology and unrivaled quality standards, Toshiba portable hard drives provide a reliable and secure place for your files, wherever you go. High transfer speeds Powered by USB 3.2 Gen 1 technology, these portable hard drives are much faster than – but still compatible with – USB 2.0 devices, allowing for speedy transfer when organising your files Simply connect Regardless of your preferred platform, the Canvio Partner has you covered. It‘s preformatted for Mac and Windows right out of the box. Simply unpack and connect

Review: Compact, works well and stores a huge amount of data - I must say I'm very pleased with this excellent little unit. It's small, USB powered, fast, stores a huge amount of data and is made by Toshiba (a make I trust). I got it for storing and consolidating sound samples for music making from various flash drives I have dotted around the house. Although flash drives are generally reliable (especially the SanDisk ones I normally use -- please see my separate reviews) I still like to have back ups so it was time to back up everything and have it all handily in one place, and this Toshiba Canvio Partner 4TB Portable 2.5" External HDD is perfect for the job. I absolutely couldn't be happier with my purchase. Speed-wise it's great for what I need it for. It's fast; very fast, and is the fastest drive I own (with file transfer speeds often reaching 130 MB/s [about 1.30 minutes to copy about 10 GB of data]). However, different files, quantities and sizes tend to copy at different speeds, which seems to be how Windows operates, rather than the device itself. Some of my files whizz onto the drive while others take a little longer, but the time factor isn't an issue with me as I just leave the copying process running while I do other things on my computer. This doesn't affect the copying so I'm happy to leave it running for as long as it needs. Maybe alternative models will transfer a little faster and maybe they won't, but as far as I'm concerned the speed of this one is more than adequate. To put a figure on it to give an idea of averages, a folder full of sound samples can copy between 70 MB/s to 110 MB/s, but a good folder of more even files can copy at a steady 110 MB/s to 120 MB/s. Please note the word 'copy' in the above as this is the function I use the drive for, and as such I haven't tried moving files (which may transfer faster). I invariably copy from USB 3.0 devices and as this is USB 3.2 the process is quick, but even on slower drives and SD cards it still isn't much of a bother. As above, I just set it up and leave it, as what's an extra bit of time here and there? Once the bulk of the copying is done all I need to do is back up newer files as I create or acquire them, which is a breeze. The smaller size (10.9 x 1.95 x 7.8 cm -- probably little more than an average laptop touchpad) and USB connection are great because now I can keep the drive in a little cupboard next to where I work so can quickly and without fuss hook it up to the computer whenever I need it, and then disconnect it and put it away just as quickly. Not having to plug it into the mains like my old external hard drives is definitely a plus. Copying couldn't be easier either as it works straight out of the box (bar formatting it to NTFS, which is seconds with the Windows Quick Format command) and is drag and drop. Straight out of the box means there's no drivers to install (certainly not on Windows 10 as I use). As such, it's a case of plug it in and then within seconds it's ready to use (and you can't get quicker than that!). The only downside (which isn't really a downside, but merely common sense when using a mechanical drive) is that it probably shouldn't be moved while copying. Saying that, I have had to move mine a couple of times, but have done so with utmost care and it seems to be okay. Regarding storage, it's plentiful to say the least. I have thousands of samples of varying lengths and qualities (of which a total I couldn't possible guess at, but it has to be well over 100,000, and probably considerably more -- probably a good few 100,000) but they've all gone onto the drive, as well as plenty of associated files, software back ups and all the music I've created. And according to the drive, I haven't even reached 2TB, so with 4TB capacity there's more than enough left over for any amount of adding to. 2TB is massive storage, and 4TB doubles it, so it'll take some filling unless one really crams it with massive files. I can't comment on reliability as I've only recently bought the drive, but Toshiba is usually fairly reliable and seems to have a good name for itself. I'm sure it'll last. Saying that, the drive is used on a near daily basis and works perfectly every time. Please be aware that no matter what capacity a drive is, when plugged into Windows the operating system invariably shows it as having less capacity than advertised, which seems to be just how Windows measures capacity compared to the manufacturer. It isn't indicative of a faulty drive or false advertising, and seems to be the same with any drive plugged into Windows. Please note too that no software comes with the drive, and that the instructions are in .pdf format on the drive itself. Also, as with most connected storage devices, it's highly recommended that instead of just plugging them out when finished, Windows' Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media feature is used instead to save data being corrupted if the drive is still being written too. This can normally be found in the taskbar beside the notification area. There may be a small delay until Windows indicates it's safe to remove the drive, but its usually not too long. This drive follows that convention too. So, an all round excellent purchase which I'm delighted with, and at a good price too. There's simply nothing negative I can say about this drive, and can safely say from my own experiences with it that it's entirely positive. As such, due to its many advantages I highly recommend it. UPDATE (Mar 2024) -- Still going strong I ordered this back in Dec 2022 and have used it nearly every day since for backing-up my ever-increasing collection of samples, installation files and music projects, sometimes three, four or more times a day, and it's still going as strong as ever. Also, it still copies much faster than any of my flash drives. Considering I'm constantly taking it out of the cupboard next to me and putting it away again, and having it balanced upon the arm of my chair while copying, it's proven to be remarkably reliable, and I've still got plenty of space left on it. It's been very much a worthwhile purchase.
Review: Slow but good - The Toshiba Canvio Partner 2TB is a reliable and straightforward external hard drive. Setup is quick — just plug it into your PC or laptop via USB and it’s ready to go. The 2TB capacity gives plenty of room for documents, media, and backups. It’s compact and portable, making it easy to carry around, and in my experience it runs quietly and steadily without overheating. While it’s not as fast as an SSD, it’s perfect for everyday storage needs. Overall, a solid and affordable option for expanding storage or backing up files.

## Features

- High Capacity: The Toshiba Canvio Partner provides 2TB of storage space, allowing you to store a vast amount of data, including documents, photos, music, and videos.
- Fast Transfer Speed: With its USB 3.0 interface, this external hard drive provides a fast data transfer rate of up to 5Gbps, making it easy to transfer large files quickly.
- Easy to Use: Simply plug this external hard drive into your computer's USB port and start using it right away. No software or drivers needed, it's ready to use out of the box.
- Portable Design: The Canvio Partner is small, lightweight, and compact, making it easy to carry with you on the go. It's perfect for people who need to work or travel with their data.
- Reliable Performance: This external hard drive is built with Toshiba's quality and reliability standards, ensuring that your data is safe and secure. It also features shock sensors to protect your data against accidental drops or bumps.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0BGXZRKQN |
| Best Sellers Rank | 267 in Computers & Accessories ( See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories ) 6 in External Hard Drives |
| Box Contents | Hard drive, USB cable |
| Brand Name | Toshiba |
| Cache Memory Installed Size | 2 |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Laptop |
| Compatible Video Game Console Models | Sony PlayStation 4 |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Customer Package Type | Customer Packaging (Outer Packaging and USB Cable Included) |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (11,752) |
| Data Transfer Rate | 5 Gigabits Per Second |
| Digital Storage Capacity | 2 TB |
| Enclosure Material | Plastic |
| Form Factor | 2.5-inch |
| Hard Disk Average Latency | 5.55 Milliseconds |
| Hard Disk Description | Mechanical Hard Disk |
| Hard Disk Form Factor | 2.5 Inches |
| Hard Disk Interface | USB 3.2 |
| Hard Disk Rotational Speed | 5400 RPM |
| Hard-Drive Size | 2 TB |
| Hardware Connectivity | USB 3.0 |
| Hardware Platform | Mac |
| Installation Type | External Hard Drive |
| Item Dimensions L x W x Thickness | 10.9L x 7.8W x 1.4Th centimetres |
| Item Type Name | Externals |
| Item Weight | 0.22 Kilograms |
| Manufacturer | Toshiba |
| Manufacturer Part Number | HDTB520EK3AB |
| Media Speed | > 300 MB/s |
| Model Name | Canvio Partner |
| Model Number | 10636820 |
| Network Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Product Features | Portable |
| Product Warranty | 2 year manufacturer |
| Read Speed | 625 Megabytes Per Second |
| Specific Uses For Product | stress |
| Unit Count | 1.0 count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Toshiba
- **Colour:** Black
- **Compatible devices:** Laptop
- **Connectivity technology:** USB
- **Digital storage capacity:** 2 TB
- **Hard disk description:** Mechanical Hard Disk
- **Hard disk form factor:** 2.5 Inches
- **Hard disk interface:** USB 3.2
- **Installation type:** External Hard Drive
- **Special feature:** Portable

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size, Style** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Compact, works well and stores a huge amount of data
*by Z***D on 16 December 2022*

I must say I'm very pleased with this excellent little unit. It's small, USB powered, fast, stores a huge amount of data and is made by Toshiba (a make I trust). I got it for storing and consolidating sound samples for music making from various flash drives I have dotted around the house. Although flash drives are generally reliable (especially the SanDisk ones I normally use -- please see my separate reviews) I still like to have back ups so it was time to back up everything and have it all handily in one place, and this Toshiba Canvio Partner 4TB Portable 2.5" External HDD is perfect for the job. I absolutely couldn't be happier with my purchase. Speed-wise it's great for what I need it for. It's fast; very fast, and is the fastest drive I own (with file transfer speeds often reaching 130 MB/s [about 1.30 minutes to copy about 10 GB of data]). However, different files, quantities and sizes tend to copy at different speeds, which seems to be how Windows operates, rather than the device itself. Some of my files whizz onto the drive while others take a little longer, but the time factor isn't an issue with me as I just leave the copying process running while I do other things on my computer. This doesn't affect the copying so I'm happy to leave it running for as long as it needs. Maybe alternative models will transfer a little faster and maybe they won't, but as far as I'm concerned the speed of this one is more than adequate. To put a figure on it to give an idea of averages, a folder full of sound samples can copy between 70 MB/s to 110 MB/s, but a good folder of more even files can copy at a steady 110 MB/s to 120 MB/s. Please note the word 'copy' in the above as this is the function I use the drive for, and as such I haven't tried moving files (which may transfer faster). I invariably copy from USB 3.0 devices and as this is USB 3.2 the process is quick, but even on slower drives and SD cards it still isn't much of a bother. As above, I just set it up and leave it, as what's an extra bit of time here and there? Once the bulk of the copying is done all I need to do is back up newer files as I create or acquire them, which is a breeze. The smaller size (10.9 x 1.95 x 7.8 cm -- probably little more than an average laptop touchpad) and USB connection are great because now I can keep the drive in a little cupboard next to where I work so can quickly and without fuss hook it up to the computer whenever I need it, and then disconnect it and put it away just as quickly. Not having to plug it into the mains like my old external hard drives is definitely a plus. Copying couldn't be easier either as it works straight out of the box (bar formatting it to NTFS, which is seconds with the Windows Quick Format command) and is drag and drop. Straight out of the box means there's no drivers to install (certainly not on Windows 10 as I use). As such, it's a case of plug it in and then within seconds it's ready to use (and you can't get quicker than that!). The only downside (which isn't really a downside, but merely common sense when using a mechanical drive) is that it probably shouldn't be moved while copying. Saying that, I have had to move mine a couple of times, but have done so with utmost care and it seems to be okay. Regarding storage, it's plentiful to say the least. I have thousands of samples of varying lengths and qualities (of which a total I couldn't possible guess at, but it has to be well over 100,000, and probably considerably more -- probably a good few 100,000) but they've all gone onto the drive, as well as plenty of associated files, software back ups and all the music I've created. And according to the drive, I haven't even reached 2TB, so with 4TB capacity there's more than enough left over for any amount of adding to. 2TB is massive storage, and 4TB doubles it, so it'll take some filling unless one really crams it with massive files. I can't comment on reliability as I've only recently bought the drive, but Toshiba is usually fairly reliable and seems to have a good name for itself. I'm sure it'll last. Saying that, the drive is used on a near daily basis and works perfectly every time. Please be aware that no matter what capacity a drive is, when plugged into Windows the operating system invariably shows it as having less capacity than advertised, which seems to be just how Windows measures capacity compared to the manufacturer. It isn't indicative of a faulty drive or false advertising, and seems to be the same with any drive plugged into Windows. Please note too that no software comes with the drive, and that the instructions are in .pdf format on the drive itself. Also, as with most connected storage devices, it's highly recommended that instead of just plugging them out when finished, Windows' Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media feature is used instead to save data being corrupted if the drive is still being written too. This can normally be found in the taskbar beside the notification area. There may be a small delay until Windows indicates it's safe to remove the drive, but its usually not too long. This drive follows that convention too. So, an all round excellent purchase which I'm delighted with, and at a good price too. There's simply nothing negative I can say about this drive, and can safely say from my own experiences with it that it's entirely positive. As such, due to its many advantages I highly recommend it. UPDATE (Mar 2024) -- Still going strong I ordered this back in Dec 2022 and have used it nearly every day since for backing-up my ever-increasing collection of samples, installation files and music projects, sometimes three, four or more times a day, and it's still going as strong as ever. Also, it still copies much faster than any of my flash drives. Considering I'm constantly taking it out of the cupboard next to me and putting it away again, and having it balanced upon the arm of my chair while copying, it's proven to be remarkably reliable, and I've still got plenty of space left on it. It's been very much a worthwhile purchase.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Slow but good
*by K***9 on 13 January 2026*

The Toshiba Canvio Partner 2TB is a reliable and straightforward external hard drive. Setup is quick — just plug it into your PC or laptop via USB and it’s ready to go. The 2TB capacity gives plenty of room for documents, media, and backups. It’s compact and portable, making it easy to carry around, and in my experience it runs quietly and steadily without overheating. While it’s not as fast as an SSD, it’s perfect for everyday storage needs. Overall, a solid and affordable option for expanding storage or backing up files.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reliable.
*by D***N on 15 February 2026*

Good HDD reasonable speed. Only gets 4 star as it won't work on Linux.

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