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product_id: 516092544
title: "Toshiba Canvio Basics 4TB Portable External Hard Drive USB 3.0, Black - HDTB540XK3CA"
brand: "toshiba"
price: "S$414"
currency: SGD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 11
category: "Toshiba"
url: https://www.desertcart.sg/products/516092544-toshiba-canvio-basics-4tb-portable-external-hard-drive-usb-3
store_origin: SG
region: Singapore
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# USB 3.0 fast transfer (5 Gbps) 4TB massive storage Sleek matte smudge-resistant finish Toshiba Canvio Basics 4TB Portable External Hard Drive USB 3.0, Black - HDTB540XK3CA

**Brand:** toshiba
**Price:** S$414
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 💼 Elevate your workflow with storage that keeps pace with your ambition.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Toshiba Canvio Basics 4TB Portable External Hard Drive USB 3.0, Black - HDTB540XK3CA by toshiba
- **How much does it cost?** S$414 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sg](https://www.desertcart.sg/products/516092544-toshiba-canvio-basics-4tb-portable-external-hard-drive-usb-3)

## 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 4TB Capacity:** Store your entire digital life without compromise.
- • **Lightning-Fast USB 3.0:** Experience seamless file transfers up to 5 Gbps—no more waiting.
- • **Plug & Play Simplicity:** No software, no hassle—just instant storage expansion.
- • **Universal Compatibility:** Works effortlessly with Windows PCs and easily reformats for Mac.
- • **Ultra-Portable Matte Design:** Carry your data in style with a sleek, smudge-resistant finish.

## Overview

The Toshiba Canvio Basics 4TB Portable External Hard Drive offers a massive 4TB storage capacity in a compact, matte black design. Featuring USB 3.0 connectivity for fast 5 Gbps data transfer speeds, it requires no software installation—just plug and play. Compatible with Windows PCs out of the box and easily reformatted for Mac, this portable drive is perfect for professionals needing reliable, high-capacity storage on the go.

## Description

Discover one of the easiest ways to free up space on your computer with Canvio Basics portable hard drive. Ready to use with your PC and no software installation required, simply drag and drop the files you want to save without slowing your computer down. Toshiba’s Canvio Basics offers high storage capacity in a new sleek compact casing for increased portability making it easy to save and access your files on the go. [Note]: (1) One Terabyte (1TB) means 10[12] = 1,000,000,000,000 bytes using powers of 10. Actual formatted storage capacity may vary. For details, please visit Toshiba's Consumer HDD website (2) Drive formatted NTFS for Windows PC. Reformatting required for Mac computers. Compatibility may vary depending on user‘s hardware configuration and operating system. (3) Product specifications, colors, features, and availability are subject to change without notice.

Review: External Hard Drive Review - Good quality
Review: satisfied customer - happy with my purchase

## Features

- Sleek profile design with a matte, smudge-resistance finish
- Plug & Play - Easy to use with no software to install
- Quickly add more storage capacity to your PC and other compatible devices
- USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 compatible with no external AC power cord needed
- Pre-formatted NTFS for Windows PC (reformatting required for Mac computers)

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0BQX82Q17 |
| Best Sellers Rank | 55,249 in Computers & Accessories ( See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories ) 185 in External Hard Drives |
| Box Contents | USB Cable |
| Brand | Toshiba |
| Brand Name | Toshiba |
| Cache Memory Installed Size | 4 |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop |
| Connectivity technology | USB |
| Customer Package Type | FFP |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 13,500 Reviews |
| Data Transfer Rate | 5 Gigabits Per Second |
| Digital Storage Capacity | 4 TB |
| Digital storage capacity | 4 TB |
| Enclosure Material | polycarbonate |
| Form Factor | 3.5-inch |
| Hard Disk Average Latency | 6 Milliseconds |
| Hard Disk Description | Mechanical Hard Disk |
| Hard Disk Form Factor | 2.5 Inches |
| Hard Disk Interface | USB 3.0 |
| Hard Disk Rotational Speed | 5400 RPM |
| Hard disk form factor | 2.5 Inches |
| Hard disk interface | USB 3.0 |
| Hard-Drive Size | 4 TB |
| Hardware Connectivity | USB |
| Hardware Platform | Mac, PC |
| Installation Type | External Hard Drive |
| Item Dimensions L x W x Thickness | 10.9L x 7.9W x 2Th centimetres |
| Item Weight | 7.7 Ounces |
| Manufacturer | Toshiba |
| Manufacturer Part Number | HDTB540XK3CA |
| Media Speed | 500 MB/s |
| Model Name | Canvio Basics |
| Model Number | HDTB540XK3CA |
| Network Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Product Features | Portable |
| Read Speed | 625 Megabytes Per Second |
| Special feature | Portable |
| Specific Uses For Product | Storage |
| UPC | 723844001353 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Toshiba
- **Colour:** Black
- **Compatible devices:** Desktop
- **Connectivity technology:** USB
- **Digital storage capacity:** 4 TB
- **Hard disk description:** Mechanical Hard Disk
- **Hard disk form factor:** 2.5 Inches
- **Hard disk interface:** USB 3.0
- **Installation type:** External Hard Drive
- **Special feature:** Portable

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Digital Storage Capacity, Style** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ External Hard Drive Review
*by G***. on 1 December 2025*

Good quality

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ satisfied customer
*by M***N on 5 December 2025*

happy with my purchase 

### ⭐ Steer clear of this lemon
*by I***R on 6 June 2025*

Absolute rubbish. Had this disk less than a month just past the return date and it is clicking and crashing. Have lost all my music files etc. Will NEVER buy Toshiba again

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*Last updated: 2026-09-29*