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Buffalo Technology

Buffalo Technology HD-PGF2.0U3BB 2TB portable hard drive

SKU CH-NY88-HXGY8 MPN HD-PGF2.0U3BB

A shock- and water-resistant 2 TB portable drive with USB 3.2 Gen 1 and a USB-C adapter for Windows and Mac backup

  • Total capacity2 TB
  • Interface typeUSB 3.2 Gen 1, Micro B
  • Setup requirementsWindows 10 Windows 8.1 Mac OS 10.12 or later
  • Key featuresDURABLE DESIGN - Shock-resistant from drops up to 2 ft (aver
  • Product dimensions0.6 in × 3.1 in × 4.7 in
  • Product weight0.4 lb (0.18 kg)
  • Shock-resistant to 2 feet drops protects data on the move
  • Dust- and water-resistant build survives rough environments
  • Password-protected Lock and Go secures files from unauthorised access
  • USB 3.2 Gen 1 with USB-C adapter enables fast transfers
  • Plug-and-play on Windows 10, 8.1 and Mac OS 10.12+ works instantly

2TB portable drive for mobile backups

The Buffalo MiniStation HD-PGF provides 2TB of storage in a compact enclosure that connects through USB 3.2 Gen 1 Micro B. A USB-C adapter is included for newer ports. It is suited to users who need simple, plug-and-play backup for photos, media and documents on Windows 10, Windows 8.1 or Mac OS 10.12 and later.

Thermals, noise and power draw

The drive draws power directly from the USB bus, so no external supply is required. Its mechanical operation stays quiet enough for office or home use. The rugged casing is rated for drops up to two feet and offers dust- and water-resistant protection for travel.

Upgrade from smaller or older USB drives

This model replaces lower-capacity portable drives or USB 2.0 units that limit transfer speed. The jump is worthwhile when you need more space for growing libraries and faster file moves over USB 3.2 Gen 1. It is not for buyers who want internal SSD speeds or hardware encryption beyond the Lock and Go password feature.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Portable USB Hard Drives, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $79.99
Cheaper than about 60% of the 365 comparable items (median $108.99).
Total capacity 2 TB
Typical for this category: the median of 239 items is 2 TB.
Price per TB $40.00 per TB
Cheaper than about 76% of the 239 comparable items (median $51.50 per TB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameBUFFALO
Product lineMiniStation HD-PGF
Model nameHD-PGF2.0U3BB
Total capacity2 TB
Ports & slots
Interface typeUSB 3.2 Gen 1, Micro B
Size & build
Product dimensions0.6 in × 3.1 in × 4.7 in
Product weight0.4 lb (0.18 kg)
Shipping weight0.27 kg
Package size170 × 127 × 25 mm

Questions about this item

How do I connect the HD-PGF2.0U3BB to a USB-C port and what step is often missed?

Plug the included USB-C adapter into the drive's Micro B port, then connect the adapter to the USB-C port; the step often missed is seating the Micro B connector fully into the drive before attaching the adapter.

What component of the HD-PGF2.0U3BB is most likely to need replacement after extended use?

The USB 3.2 Gen 1 Micro B cable and its included USB-C adapter are the only detachable parts; repeated insertion cycles can wear the Micro B connector, so a replacement cable with the same Micro B plug is the typical maintenance item.

What limit appears first when writing large files continuously to this 2TB drive?

Sustained write speed is capped by the USB 3.2 Gen 1 interface at 5 Gb/s, so the connection bandwidth becomes the bottleneck before the internal mechanical drive reaches its own throughput ceiling.

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