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Samsung T9 Portable SSD 1TB, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 External SSD, Up to 2,000 MB/s
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Samsung

Samsung T9 Portable SSD 1TB, USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 External SSD, Up to 2,000 MB/s
4.6

2k+ bought

USD 307 357

SSK Portable SSD 1TB External Solid State Hard Drive USB C Up to 1050MB/s
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SSK

SSK Portable SSD 1TB External Solid State Hard Drive USB C Up to 1050MB/s
4.5

2k+ bought

USD 213

27% OFF
Sandisk 1TB Portable SSD, Up to 1000MB/s Read Speeds, Black New Model
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SANDISK

Sandisk 1TB Portable SSD, Up to 1000MB/s Read Speeds, Black New Model
4.8

2k+ bought

USD 201 275

SSK Portable SSD 250GB External Solid State Hard Drive USB C Up to 1050MB/s
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SSK

SSK Portable SSD 250GB External Solid State Hard Drive USB C Up to 1050MB/s

1k+ bought

USD 77

5% OFF
Sandisk 4TB Extreme Portable SSD, Up to 2000MB/s Transfer Speeds-New Model
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SANDISK

Sandisk 4TB Extreme Portable SSD, Up to 2000MB/s Transfer Speeds-New Model
4.6

1k+ bought

USD 981 1032

Sandisk 1TB Optimus GX C50 Storage Expansion Card for Xbox
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SANDISK

Sandisk 1TB Optimus GX C50 Storage Expansion Card for Xbox
4.9

1k+ bought

USD 298

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Lexar 2TB ES5 Magnetic External SSD, Up to 2000MB/s, Compatible w/MagSafe, USB-C Smartphones, iPhone 15/16 or Above, PC, Mac, Supports Apple ProRes & Samsung Pro Video, Silver LES5002T-RNWNU
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Lexar

Lexar 2TB ES5 Magnetic External SSD, Up to 2000MB/s, Compatible w/MagSafe, USB-C ...
4.5

500+ bought

USD 353 469

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Sandisk 500GB Extreme Portable SSD, Up to 2000MB/s Transfer Speed-New Model
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SANDISK

Sandisk 500GB Extreme Portable SSD, Up to 2000MB/s Transfer Speed-New Model
4.8

500+ bought

USD 201 232

Lexar ES3 1TB Portable SSD Silver, USB 3.2 Gen 2 up to 1050MB/s
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Lexar

Lexar ES3 1TB Portable SSD Silver, USB 3.2 Gen 2 up to 1050MB/s
4.4

500+ bought

USD 237

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Samsung T7 Shield Portable SSD 2TB, USB 3.2 Gen 2, Up to 1,050 MB/s
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Samsung

Samsung T7 Shield Portable SSD 2TB, USB 3.2 Gen 2, Up to 1,050 MB/s
4.7

400+ bought

USD 653 707

Amazon Basics Portable External SSD, 1TB, 2000MB/s Speeds, USB 3.2 Gen 2, IP65 Water & Dust Resistant, Black
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Amazon Basics

Amazon Basics Portable External SSD, 1TB, 2000MB/s Speeds, USB 3.2 Gen 2, IP65 ...
4.6

300+ bought

USD 317

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MOVE SPEED 128GB USB Drive with Smart Display 1090MB/s USB 3.2 Gen2 and Type C SSD Memory Stick for ProRes 4K Video iPhone 17/16/15, Android Phone, Windows, Mac, Tablet
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MOVE SPEED

MOVE SPEED 128GB USB Drive with Smart Display 1090MB/s USB 3.2 Gen2 and Type C SSD ...
4.4

300+ bought

USD 63 70

Gigastone USB-C External SSD 1TB Gaming iPhone15 USB3.2 Gen2 1,050MB/s USB-A&C Dual Portable Solid State Drive MacBook iPad Laptop Smartphone SSD Backup Hard Drive for PS5 Console
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Gigastone

Gigastone USB-C External SSD 1TB Gaming iPhone15 USB3.2 Gen2 1,050MB/s USB-A&C Dual ...
4.3

200+ bought

USD 140

SSK Portable SSD 2TB External Solid State Drives, up to 1050MB/s USB C SSD External Hard Drive USB 3.2 Gen2 for iPhone 15/Pro, Windows, Mac, Android Phones and Tablets
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SSK

SSK Portable SSD 2TB External Solid State Drives, up to 1050MB/s USB C SSD External ...

200+ bought

USD 579

27% OFF
Lexar 128GB Dual Drive D500 External SSD, 400MB/s Read, USB-C/A USB 3.2
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Lexar

Lexar 128GB Dual Drive D500 External SSD, 400MB/s Read, USB-C/A USB 3.2
4.1

200+ bought

USD 48 66

Sandisk 2TB Extreme PRO Portable SSD, Up to 4000MB/s Read Speeds -New Model
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SANDISK

Sandisk 2TB Extreme PRO Portable SSD, Up to 4000MB/s Read Speeds -New Model
5

200+ bought

USD 676

Sandisk 1TB Creator Phone SSD, Up to 1,000MB/s Read Speeds
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SANDISK

Sandisk 1TB Creator Phone SSD, Up to 1,000MB/s Read Speeds
4.5

200+ bought

USD 280

16% OFF
Lexar D50E 512GB Solid State Dual Drive, Up to 400MB/s Read 400MB/s Write
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Lexar

Lexar D50E 512GB Solid State Dual Drive, Up to 400MB/s Read 400MB/s Write
4.5

200+ bought

USD 148 176

5% OFF
MOVE SPEED 1TB SSD External Hard Drive USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Up to 2000MB/s Magnetic External SSD with Type C Cable for ProRes 4K Video iPhone 17/16/15, Android Phone, Windows, Mac
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MOVE SPEED

MOVE SPEED 1TB SSD External Hard Drive USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Up to 2000MB/s Magnetic ...

100+ bought

USD 237 249

Orlian 1TB External SSD USB Solid State Drive up to 1000MB/s Dual USB C+A 3. 2 Thumb Drive
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Orlian

Orlian 1TB External SSD USB Solid State Drive up to 1000MB/s Dual USB C+A 3. 2 ...
4.4

100+ bought

USD 173

SABRENT Rocket XTRM 5 4TB Thunderbolt 5 Portable SSD, 80Gbps Connection, Up to 64Gbps Transfer, Compatible with TB4 TB3 USB4 USB 3.2 20Gbps 10Gbps 5Gbps, Rugged Aluminum and Silicone SB-XTM5-4TB
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SABRENT

SABRENT Rocket XTRM 5 4TB Thunderbolt 5 Portable SSD, 80Gbps Connection, Up to ...
4.3

100+ bought

USD 981

SSK 500GB Portable SSD External Solid State Hard Drive USB3.2 Gen2x2 20Gbps | 2000MB/s USB3.2 Gen 2X2 External SSD, SMART & TRIM, 4KHDR ProRes, LED Light, OTG, iphone 15/16/17 Pro Compatible, Zinc Alloy
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SSK

SSK 500GB Portable SSD External Solid State Hard Drive USB3.2 Gen2x2 20Gbps | ...
4.3

100+ bought

USD 123

512G External SSD Magnetic Portable SSD USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 up to 2000MB/s 4K 120 fps ProRes HDR Video Record Metal USB-C External Solid State Drive for iPhone 16 Pro Max, Smartphone, Tablet, Laptop
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JOIOT

512G External SSD Magnetic Portable SSD USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 up to 2000MB/s 4K 120 fps ...
4.4

100+ bought

USD 113

SSK 128GB External SSD Drive up to 550MB/s Dual USB C+A 3. 2 Thumb Drive
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SSK

SSK 128GB External SSD Drive up to 550MB/s Dual USB C+A 3. 2 Thumb Drive
4.5

100+ bought

USD 53

SSK 1TB Portable SSD External Hard Drive Solid State Drive up to 550MB/s
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SSK

SSK 1TB Portable SSD External Hard Drive Solid State Drive up to 550MB/s
4.5

100+ bought

USD 184

Crucial X10 1TB Portable SSD, Up to 2,100MB/s, USB 3.2 USB-C, External Solid State Drive, Compatible with Windows, Mac & Android, Durable Storage for Games, Photos & Files, Blue - CT1000X10SSD9-02
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Crucial

Crucial X10 1TB Portable SSD, Up to 2,100MB/s, USB 3.2 USB-C, External Solid State ...
4.5

100+ bought

USD 286

10% OFF
Insta360 Quick Reader 512GB Portable SSD, Fast External Thumb Drive Storage, USB-C Memory Stick Ace Pro 2/X5/X4 Air, iPhone, Android, PC, Co-Developed with Lexar for Creators
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Insta360

Insta360 Quick Reader 512GB Portable SSD, Fast External Thumb Drive Storage, USB-C ...
4.2

100+ bought

USD 158 176

Sandisk 8TB Desk Drive SSD, Up to 1000MB/s Read Speeds, Black
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SANDISK

Sandisk 8TB Desk Drive SSD, Up to 1000MB/s Read Speeds, Black
4

100+ bought

USD 1164

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1TB Touchscreen Encrypted External SSD Hard Drive, Up to 2000MB/s
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OSCOO

1TB Touchscreen Encrypted External SSD Hard Drive, Up to 2000MB/s
4.1

100+ bought

USD 249 286

10% OFF
Lexar D70E 1TB Dual Drive External SSD, Up to 2000MB/s Read 1800MB/s Write
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Lexar

Lexar D70E 1TB Dual Drive External SSD, Up to 2000MB/s Read 1800MB/s Write
4.7

100+ bought

USD 258 286

ORICO 256GB Magnetic Portable SSD, Metal Body, 4K 120 fps ProRes HDR Record and Store, Up to 460MB/s, USB C&A 2 in 1 Cable, External SSD Compatible with iPhone 16 Pro Max, Tablet, Computer - K5PLUS
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ORICO

ORICO 256GB Magnetic Portable SSD, Metal Body, 4K 120 fps ProRes HDR Record and ...
4.3

100+ bought

USD 66

10% OFF
StarTech 3.5in SATA HDD Enclosure, USB 3.0/eSATA, Trayless S351BMU33ET
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StarTech.com

StarTech 3.5in SATA HDD Enclosure, USB 3.0/eSATA, Trayless S351BMU33ET
4.5

50+ bought

USD 95 106

1TB Dual Drive External SSD, Up to 500/s Read 450MB/s Write,USB 3.2 Gen 2 Dual Drive Type C + USB A Solid State Thumb Drive
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MXZXSX

1TB Dual Drive External SSD, Up to 500/s Read 450MB/s Write,USB 3.2 Gen 2 Dual ...
5

50+ bought

USD 176

13% OFF
Sandisk 1TB Pokemon Portable SSD, Mewtwo Edition
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SANDISK

Sandisk 1TB Pokemon Portable SSD, Mewtwo Edition

50+ bought

USD 249 286

ORICO M25PRO 1TB Portable External SSD, Up to 460MB/s
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ORICO

ORICO M25PRO 1TB Portable External SSD, Up to 460MB/s
4.4

50+ bought

USD 188

Lexar Professional Go USB 3.2 Gen 2 USB-C Portable SSD Black
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Lexar

Lexar Professional Go USB 3.2 Gen 2 USB-C Portable SSD Black
5

50+ bought

USD 286

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Sandisk Extreme Portable SSD - 1TB
US Store
SANDISK

Sandisk Extreme Portable SSD - 1TB
5

50+ bought

USD 249 262

45% OFF
Sandisk 2TB Extreme Portable SSD for PS5, Up to 1050MB/s Read Speeds
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SANDISK

Sandisk 2TB Extreme Portable SSD for PS5, Up to 1050MB/s Read Speeds
4.5

50+ bought

USD 394 713

1TB External Hard Drive, Up to 2100MB/s, USB 3.2 Gen 2 External SSD
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OSCOO

1TB External Hard Drive, Up to 2100MB/s, USB 3.2 Gen 2 External SSD
4.4

50+ bought

USD 249

512GB Magnetic Portable SSD, Up to 2000MB/s External Solid State Drive
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OSCOO

512GB Magnetic Portable SSD, Up to 2000MB/s External Solid State Drive
3.3

50+ bought

USD 164

Sandisk 2TB Extreme PRO Portable SSD, Up to 2000MB/s Read Speeds-Old Model
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Sandisk

Sandisk 2TB Extreme PRO Portable SSD, Up to 2000MB/s Read Speeds-Old Model
4.5

50+ bought

USD 493

SSK USB Drive 512GB up to 550MB/s External SSD USB C+A 3.2 Thumb Drive
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SSK

SSK USB Drive 512GB up to 550MB/s External SSD USB C+A 3.2 Thumb Drive
4.3

50+ bought

USD 113

SANDISK Professional 1TB PRO-G40 SSD - Up to 3000MB/s, Thunderbolt 3 40Gbps, USB-C 10Gbps, IP68 dust/Water Resistance, External Solid State Drive - SDPS31H-001T-GBCND
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SanDisk Professional

SANDISK Professional 1TB PRO-G40 SSD - Up to 3000MB/s, Thunderbolt 3 40Gbps, USB-C ...
3.9

50+ bought

USD 506

ACASIS 40Gbps M.2 NVMe SSD Enclosure with Aluminum Heat-dissipating fins
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ACASIS

ACASIS 40Gbps M.2 NVMe SSD Enclosure with Aluminum Heat-dissipating fins
4.7

50+ bought

USD 93

SSK 256GB Portable SSD External Hard Drive Solid State Drive up to 550MB/s
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SSK

SSK 256GB Portable SSD External Hard Drive Solid State Drive up to 550MB/s
1

50+ bought

USD 70

Orlian 250GB External Portable SSD Solid State Drive USB 3.1 Gen 2 Up to 500MB/s High-Speed Solid State Drive for Phone, Windows, Android, PC and More
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Orlian

Orlian 250GB External Portable SSD Solid State Drive USB 3.1 Gen 2 Up to 500MB/s ...
4.3

50+ bought

USD 62

Choose the Best External Solid State Drives on Ubuy Global

In an era dominated by 4K video editing, massive AAA gaming installations, and heavy data workflows, traditional storage options just cannot keep pace. If you are tired of waiting around for files to copy, buying an external SSD online is the quickest way to speed up your daily work and save yourself a ton of time. When you buy an external SSD online, you are investing in a massive speed and productivity boost. Ubuy simplifies international tech shopping by providing direct access to authentic global branded hardware, making it easy to source exclusive external SSD models that are out of stock or unavailable in your local market. To protect your critical data from counterfeit storage risk, every drive is sourced from trusted suppliers to guarantee 100% authenticity from top-tier brands like Samsung, SanDisk, and Crucial. Furthermore, Ubuy eliminates the anxiety of cross-border shipping by calculating all customs duties, local taxes, and international freight costs upfront at checkout, ensuring there are no surprise fees when your package arrives.

Explore Different Types of External Solid State Drives available on Ubuy

Within the landscape of computer data storage devices, each option serves a unique purpose. While legacy external zip drives are long gone, today's choices balance speed, capacity, and portability. For internal setups, high-capacity hard drives and ultra-fast solid-state drives (SSDs) power your core system. When choosing an external SSD, there are really just three main types to consider. They are categorised by how fast they transfer data and how durable they are built.

SATA External SSDs (Everyday Speed)

These are the most affordable options on the market. Maxing out at around 550 MB/s, which is still about 4 times faster than an old internal hard drive setup, they function as an exceptional, budget-friendly external solid-state drive for backup. They are absolutely perfect for basic document backups, schoolwork, and safely storing family photos.

NVMe USB-C External SSDs (High Performance)

This category is the current sweet spot for most people looking to buy an external SSD online. They leverage ultra-fast technology similar to what you find in modern internal solid state drives to push speeds between 1,000 MB/s and 2,000 MB/s over a modern, high-bandwidth USB-C connection. While standard USB flash drives are great for throwing a few small files in your pocket, their high-speed performance makes them ideal for gaming, moving large 4K video files, or serving as a highly responsive storage expansion for laptop users who need to run heavy applications directly from the drive. Check out what the Redditor has to say about NVMe.

NVMe are perceptibly faster in "mundane" tasks. Something like installing a game in Steam is much faster when decompression after downloading is made in a NVMe. Game start times are also much faster. 

Source: r/datastorage 

Rugged / Travel External SSDs (Heavy Duty)

These can be either SATA or NVMe on the inside, but they are completely wrapped in heavy-duty rubber, silicone, or aluminium armour. This physical shielding turns the drive into a highly durable, portable external solid-state drive explicitly built to survive accidental drops, dust, and rain. The ultra-resilient yet lightweight portable SSD drive design makes it the absolute go-to choice for travel photographers, field researchers, and outdoor content creators on the move.

Choosing the Right External SSD Type Now at Ubuy

External SSDs perfectly bridge this gap, giving you the blazing, internal-grade speeds of an SSD with the plug-and-play portability of an external drive. Not all drives are built the same. Use the comparison matrix below to instantly find the right balance of speed, protection, and value for your specific workflow.

Brand

Signature Flagship Model

Peak Transfer Speeds

Primary Best Use Case

Samsung

Samsung T7 / T9 Series

1,050 MB/s (T7) – 2,000 MB/s (T9)

Content creators, heavy business multitaskers, and 4K/8K video editors.

SanDisk

Extreme / Extreme Pro Series

1,050 MB/s (Extreme) – 2,000 MB/s (Pro)

Travel photographers, outdoor videographers, and rugged fieldwork (IP65 rated).

Crucial

Crucial X9 Pro / X10 Pro

1,050 MB/s (X9 Pro) – 2,100 MB/s (X10 Pro)

Professional videographers, high-performance storage, and direct-drive video editing.

Kingston

Kingston XS2000

Up to 2,000 MB/s

Ultra-compact, pocket-sized storage for editing 8K video and massive file swapping.

Western Digital

WD My Passport SSD

Up to 1,050 MB/s

Secure everyday desktop workflows, student file tracking, and budget backups.

Seagate

One Touch / Expansion SSD

Up to 1,030 MB/s

Mass media archiving, automated PC backups, and cross-platform compatibility.

Lexar

Lexar SL660 Blaze Series

Up to 2,000 MB/s

Mobile content creators (iPhone ProRes capture) and console gaming expansions.

Frequently Asked Questions About External Solid State Drives

Here are some frequently asked questions regarding external solid-state drives. We hope this helps you find what you need.

  • Are external SSDs faster than HDDs?

    Yes, external SSDs are significantly faster than traditional Hard Disk Drives (HDDs). Because SSDs utilise solid-state flash memory rather than a mechanical spinning platter and read/write head, they can deliver read and write speeds that are anywhere from 4 to over 20 times faster than a standard external HDD.

  • Which external SSD is best for gaming?

    The best external SSD for gaming is one that utilises a fast NVMe core interface connected via a high-bandwidth USB 3.2 Gen 2 or Thunderbolt port. Top-tier options from industry-leading brands like Samsung (such as the T7 or T9 series), SanDisk Extreme, and Crucial X9 provide the high-sustained transfer speeds required for modern gaming setups.

  • Can I use an external SSD with laptops and desktops?

    Absolutely. A standard external storage drive for pc is universally compatible across laptops, desktops, and even many tablets and smartphones. Most modern drives utilise a USB-C or USB-A connection, allowing you to easily swap the drive between operating systems such as Windows, macOS, and Linux.

  • Are portable SSDs good for travel?

    Yes, a lightweight SSD for travel is ideal for mobile workflows. Because they contain no moving mechanical parts, they are highly resistant to vibrations, accidental drops, bumps, and temperature swings that would typically destroy a mechanical hard drive.

  • What storage size is best for an external SSD?

    • 500GB to 1TB: Perfect as an external SSD for daily use, document backups, and casual photo storage.

    • 2TB: The sweet spot for gamers, content creators, and professionals needing a high-capacity portable data backup device.

    • 4TB and above: Ideal for professional video editors shooting in 4K/8K or users requiring a comprehensive system-wide portable external solid state drive mirror.