so ive been looking to get a 2TB or 4TB HDD but there are different kinds and tbh not sure which to get

basically i want to use it as a back up device for my and my mrs laptops and to stream my movies on my network either on my ps3 or tv. ive found a few but tbh not sure if there is a difference if getting a 80 quid 2tb prtable hard drive or one that is a media storage.

 

ive found these two

http://www.currys.co.uk/gbuk/computing-accessories/data-storage/network-hard-drives/wd-my-book-live-network-hard-drive-2-tb-black-09520191-pdt.html

 

and

http://www.maplin.co.uk/4tb-seagate-central-shared-storage-719968

 

then theres this for 70 quid

http://www.currys.co.uk/gbuk/computing-accessories/data-storage/desktop-external-hard-drives/seagate-expansion-sgr39211-external-hard-drive-2tb-black-16787143-pdt.html?intcmpid=display~RR~Computing+Accessories~16787143

 

i already have 800gb worth of movies and tv series and i need more space!! but need the option to back up..

 

im leaning towards the seagate central stcg 400200, but if i can do the same with something cheaper, would be ideal

 

so if anyone knows of a good device please let me know, i prefer wired connection but if it comes with wifi its a bonus i guess

 

thanks

I have been using a couple of Western Digital 1TB hard drives for a couple of years now, no problems, would recommend and replace mine with the same make when needed.

Stay away from seagate, go for western digital media drives

Have a look here mate http://www.aria.co.uk/Products/Storage/External+Hard+Drives

 

I've used them for years and not had a problem, should save you a few quid.

I've got a seagate, for some reason it's changed to Spanish !! And can't find my disc or somewhere to down load it !!

I've got a seagate, for some reason it's changed to Spanish !! And can't find my disc or somewhere to down load it !!

 

I blame the EU immigration policies mate :lol:

 

 

Have a read here mate;http://knowledge.seagate.com/articles/en_US/FAQ/004320en You can also download the software.

 

HTH :)

Edited August 4, 201312 yr by Steams

I have been using a couple of Western Digital 1TB hard drives for a couple of years now, no problems, would recommend and replace mine with the same make when needed.

 

what model? i have looked at wd but price wise its 299 for the exact same thing seagate are offering for 185

 

i have used seagate before and can say havent had any issues.

 

thanks fellas