HGST USB Device
User Benchmarks
| Model | Type | Score | Seq. Read MB | Seq. Write MB | Read 4k64QD | Write 4k64QD | Read Access msek. | Write Access msek. |
| HGST USB Device | 1000 | 297 | 139 | 123 | 0.67 | 1.22 | 7.61 | 3.36 |
| HGST USB Device | 1000 | 191 | 86 | 84 | 0.59 | 1.11 | 9.04 | 4.06 |
The measurement of the HGST USB Device was carried out on Windows. Similar read and write speeds could certainly be achieved with the HGST USB Device under Linux and MacOS. Of course, the correct hard drive driver should be installed and the correct interface for the HGST USB Device should be used.
The HGST USB Device typically describes an external storage solution from HGST (Hitachi Global Storage Technologies) that connects to computers via a USB interface. Since there are different models and variants, I will give a general and comprehensive description, technical details, functions and application areas that apply to most HGST USB devices.
1. General description
HGST, a Western Digital company, offers a range of external hard drives and SSDs that connect via USB interfaces. These devices are designed to provide additional storage space for computers and other devices and are known for their reliability and performance.
2. Technical details
Variants
- External hard drives: These are often offered in capacities from 500 GB to 4 TB.
- External SSDs: These typically offer higher speeds and capacities of 250GB to 2TB.
Interfaces
- USB 2.0: Older devices offer transfer rates of up to 480 MB/s.
- USB 3.0: Newer models support transfer rates up to 5 Gbit/s (625 MB/s).
- USB 3.1/3.2: Further advancements in speed up to 10 Gbit/s (1.25 GB/s) or 20 Gbit/s (2.5 GB/s) for the latest devices.
Perfomance
- Read speed: Up to 200 MB/s to 500 MB/s, depending on device and interface.
- Write speed: Up to 200 MB/s to 500 MB/s respectively, depending on the USB version and storage technology (HDD or SSD).
Storage
- Capacity: From 500 GB to 4 TB for HDDs and 250 GB to 2 TB for SSDs.
Dimensions and weight
- External hard drives: Typically 2.5 inches for portable models, which are lightweight and compact, or 3.5 inches for desktop models, which are larger and often more powerful.
- External SSDs: Small and lightweight, with dimensions that vary depending on the model.
Power supply
- USB powered: Most external hard drives and SSDs are powered directly from the USB port and do not require an additional power adapter.
3. Functions
- Plug-and-Play: Easy installation without additional drivers, especially on modern operating systems such as Windows 10, macOS and Linux.
- Backup software: Often included software for automatic backups and data management.
- Data security: Some models offer encryption or password protection to secure data.
- Speed: High transfer speeds on newer USB versions for fast data copying and retrieval.
- Robustness: Shockproof enclosures and protection against physical damage are available for some external HDDs.
4. Scope of application
- Data Backup: Ideal for backing up important data to avoid data loss due to system errors or other incidents.
- Extended Storage: Useful for expanding the storage space of computers, especially when the internal memory is full.
- Transport of data: Allows you to easily and securely transport data between different computers or locations.
- Media Library: Suitable for storing and managing large amounts of media, such as movies, music and photos.
- Professional applications: Used by professionals in fields such as photography, video editing, and software development who need to store and manipulate large amounts of data.
5. Additional information
- Compatibility: Most HGST USB devices are compatible with Windows PCs, Macs and Linux-based systems.
- Warranty: HGST typically offers a limited warranty of 1 to 3 years on their external hard drives and SSDs, depending on the model and region.
- Design: Many external hard drives come in a compact and elegant design that is optimized for mobile use.
Summary
The HGST USB Device series includes a variety of external storage solutions that are connected via USB interfaces. These devices offer different capacities and speeds, depending on the model and interface. They are ideal for storing, backing up and transporting data and offer high performance and reliability. The features include easy installation, high transfer speeds and additional security features, while the application range extends from personal data backup to professional applications.
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HGST USB Device and the compatible operating systems
Windows Server 2025, 2022, 2019, 2016, ... or 2008 and higher
Windows 12, 11, 10 or Windows 7 and higher
Linux (various distributions)
macOS (from version 10.6)
Please note that the exact functions and areas of application may vary depending on the firmware version and configuration of HGST USB Device.
The HGST USB Device is a reliable disk in case of problems, failures, file loss and other errors, check the drivers of the HGST USB Device regardless of whether it is under Windows 12, 11, 10, etc. or Linux and Apples macOS.