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Local vs.
Cloud Storage

Backing up files on a physical drive offers redundancy and additional layers of protection for your data. While saving files to the cloud is easy and convenient, taking the extra step to back up your files to a local storage drive such as a USB flash drive or Portable SSD ensures accessibility even without internet access, especially when traveling. Additionally, it provides an added layer of security, protecting your files from potential breaches or disruptions to cloud services.

Keeping your data private has never been more important in today's internet age. Check out our list of products below that you can use to transfer your data off the cloud and onto a more private and secure storage device.

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BENEFITS OF LOCAL STORAGE

  • Reduces the risk of data loss by storing files in multiple locations
  • Access files even without an internet connection with a local backup.
  • Provides an additional layer of privacy and security for sensitive data.
  • Faster data retrieval compared to downloading from the cloud, especially for large files or slow internet connections.
  • Cost-effective for large volumes of data storage.
  • Ensures data recovery in the event of a cloud outage or issue.

How to Choose a Local Storage Device

In order to determine which local storage device is best, you should answer the following questions:

How much storage
do I need?

What type of device
is compatible with my computer?

Is speed the most
important factor?

PORTABLE SSD

RP60 USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C Portable SSD

  • Available In: 1-2TB
  • Drive Type: USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C
  • Read/write speeds of up to 2,000 MB/s and 1,800 MB/s
  • IP65 rated – water and dust-resistant1, 2 and drop-resistant up to 3-meter (9.8 ft)3

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(1. Consistent with IP65 rating, tested under controlled conditions: 2kg/m³ of active dust with a pressure under 2kPa for 8 hours. Dust resistant capabilities may vary depending on the actual conditions. 2. Consistent with IP65 rating, tested under controlled conditions: water flow of 100kPa for 3 minutes. Water resistant capabilities may vary depending on the actual conditions. 3. Our product has been tested to withstand a 9.8-ft (3 meters) drop under controlled conditions. Please note that drop resistance capability may vary based on environmental factors. 4. Sequential read and write data transfer rates based on PNY internal testing. Performance may differ depending upon host device.)

Portable SSD

Pro Elite V2 USB 3.2 Gen 2x1 Type-C Portable SSD

  • Available In: 500GB-1TB
  • Drive Type: USB 3.2 Gen 2x1
  • Speed: Up to 1,100MB/s read and up to 1,000MB/s write, respectively Compact and sleek design delivering high performance portable storage
  • Included In Box:
    • USB-C 3.2 to USB-C 3.2 Cable
    • USB-C 3.2 to USB-A 3.2 Cable
    • Acronis True Image Data Protection Software

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Portable SSD

EliteX-PRO USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C Portable SSD

  • Available In: 500GB-4TB
  • Speed: Up to 1,600 MB/s read, up to 1,500 MB/s write, respectively
  • Backwards compatible with USB 3.2 Gen 1, USB 2.0, and USB 1.1 host device
  • Durable, ultra-compact aluminum housing
  • Compatible with Windows, Mac OS X, and game consoles

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Flash Drive

Elite-X Type-C USB 3.2 Gen 1 Flash Drive

  • Available in 64,128 and 256GB
  • Drive Type: Type-C USB 3.2
  • Speeds of up to 200MB/s

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Flash Drive

DUO LINK iOS USB 3.2 Dual Flash Drive

  • Available in 64,128 and 256GB
  • Drive Type: Lightning connector for iOS mobile devices and a USB 3.2 Type-A
  • Transfer files via the free DUO LINK 4 app, directly from DUO LINK, no WiFi needed.

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FLASH MEMORY CARDS

PRO Elite Class 10 U3 V30 microSD Flash Memory Card

  • Available In: 256GB-1TB
  • Expand storage on mobile devices
  • Speed: Up to 100MB/s read, and up to 90MB/s write
  • Capture and store photos and videos directly to the microSD card

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