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product_id: 18728179
title: "Verbatim Freecom Tough Drive 500GB 3.0 USB Shock-Resistant Mobile External Hard Drive, Dark Grey 97710"
brand: "verbatim"
price: "$5.68"
currency: USD
in_stock: false
reviews_count: 10
url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/18728179-verbatim-freecom-tough-drive-500gb-3-0-usb-shock-resistant
store_origin: US
region: United States of America
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# USB 3.0 Speed 500GB Storage Shock-Resistant Verbatim Freecom Tough Drive 500GB 3.0 USB Shock-Resistant Mobile External Hard Drive, Dark Grey 97710

**Brand:** verbatim
**Price:** $5.68
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

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## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Verbatim Freecom Tough Drive 500GB 3.0 USB Shock-Resistant Mobile External Hard Drive, Dark Grey 97710 by verbatim
- **How much does it cost?** $5.68 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/18728179-verbatim-freecom-tough-drive-500gb-3-0-usb-shock-resistant)

## Best For

- verbatim enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted verbatim brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Secure Your Data:** Includes software for backup, energy saving, and password protection.
- • **Eco-Friendly Power:** Powered via USB port, eliminating the need for bulky adapters.
- • **Unmatched Durability:** Soft silicone cover and anti-shock mechanism ensure your data is safe.
- • **All-in-One Convenience:** Integrated USB cable means no extra cords cluttering your workspace.
- • **Lightning-Fast Transfers:** Experience super-fast data transfer with USB 3.0 compatibility.

## Overview

The Verbatim Freecom Tough Drive 500GB is a robust external hard drive designed for mobile computing. With a durable silicone cover and an internal anti-shock mechanism, it ensures your data remains safe during travel. Featuring USB 3.0 for rapid data transfers and an integrated cable for convenience, this drive is perfect for professionals on the go. Plus, it comes with essential software for backup and security, making it a must-have for anyone needing reliable storage.

## Description

In today's world mobility has become a key factor. People who are on the road carry their whole office with them. Notebook, mobile phone,PDA, external hard drive… Imagine what can happen when you're late for a flight, running to the gate, and your external hard drive accidentally falls from your notebook case or out of your jacket pocket onto the floor… it breaks. Hundreds of hours of work, gigabytes of spreadsheets, documents, photo's… all gone. Not anymore! Freecom introduces the ToughDrive. The ideal external storage solution for people on the move. Fitted with an internal anti-shock frame and a unique soft silicone cover, it can withstand bumps and drops so your drive is still fully functional after it has dropped. The ToughDrive ensures you can still access your valuable files. A safe feeling. Provided by Freecom.

## Features

- Durable, soft silicone cover, ideal for mobile computing
- Internal anti-shock mechanism insulating the hard drive from shock
- USB 3.0 for super fast data transfer - also connects to USB 2.0
- Integrated USB cable, no extra connection cables needed!
- Power via USB port, no power adapter needed.Software included: Nero BackitUp and Burn, Green button energy saver and Password Protection.The easiest way to add extra storage capacity to your computer.High quality, slimline design

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Hard Drive | 500 GB External |
| Brand | Verbatim |
| Item model number | 97710 |
| Item Weight | 7 ounces |
| Product Dimensions | 5.51 x 0.75 x 3.27 inches |
| Item Dimensions  LxWxH | 5.51 x 0.75 x 3.27 inches |
| Color | Grey |
| Flash Memory Size | 500 |
| Hard Drive Interface | USB 1.1 |
| Manufacturer | Verbatim |
| Language | English |
| ASIN | B006C4R5GU |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Date First Available | November 22, 2011 |

## Images

![Verbatim Freecom Tough Drive 500GB 3.0 USB Shock-Resistant Mobile External Hard Drive, Dark Grey 97710 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51XJ-b8QvTL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Capacity** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    Satisfies My Basic Needs Very Well!
  

*by B***G on Reviewed in the United States on September 26, 2013*

Not being very tech savvy, I'm always somewhat anxious when it comes to deciding on an external hard drive to obtain and when it comes to using it. I tend to break out in sweats that somehow I'll screw up the backup and/or restore process.Using the Freedom Touch Drive 500 GB 3.0 USB Shock-Resitant Mobile External Hard Drive has alleviated any concern I had. Installing it on both my desktop and laptop computers was fast and easy, and the process to backup my all data from my desktop to the Freedom external hard drive was very fast and "idiot proof." Similarly, it was a snap to move the data from the external hard drive to my new laptop.I don't know enough to be able to state with any confidence that this USB 3.0 USB external hard drive product transfers data at a significantly faster speed than USB 2.0 products -- but I can assure you that the it completes the data tranfer process very quickly. Further, its ability to hold 500 GB is much more capacity than I currently need, but it's assuring to know that the storage capacity is there if ever needed. Also, assuring is that if you drop the Freedom product on a hard surface it provides more protection than most other mobile hard drive products since it (supposedly) is shock resistant due (I assume) to its rugged silicone cover. Hopefully, I won't have a need to find out if this feature really works!The only issue I have with this product pertains to its USB cable, which is integrated in the sides of the drive. The good part of this feature is that you only have to pull it out and connect it to your computer (i.e., no additional cables are needed). The cable itself, however, is only a few inches in length, making it a "very tight fit" when I sat it on the top of my modem in order to connected it to its USB port. On the other hand, this was not an issue at all when I connected it to the USB port in my laptop.I hope this review is helpful in deciding whether or not this mobile hard drive is suitable for your needs.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    wow! so easy to use!
  

*by 1***R on Reviewed in the United States on June 11, 2013*

I stressed about what kind of external hard drive to buy. I looked at everything. I had no idea if this would work with my computer but it does! And the best part is the usb is attached to the drive so I don't have to keep up with extra cords (I'm forever loosing things). 500GB is more than I needed but glad I got it. BEST purchase I've made on Amazon by far. I mean, what's not to love?

### ⭐ 1.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    Beware - Model doesn't exist on the manufacturers' websites (Freecom & Verbatim)
  

*by R***A on Reviewed in the United States on May 15, 2015*

It seemed to have worked the first time I plugged it into the laptop.  I have transferred a lot of data and then the laptop stopped recognizing it.  A desktop tells me it needs to be formatted first which means it will delete everything I have already put on it.  A different laptop cannot find a driver for it.  Neither P/N nor S/N nor Model Code nor Model Number printed on the device can be found on the manufacturer's page, and that goes for both Freecom and Verbatim.  Needless to say I'm completely disappointed and feel cheated.  I have purchased many different products on Amazon and been very pleased.  This one is a huge disappointment.

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