Product Type | External Hard Drive |
Model | DriveStation DDR |
Manufacturer Part Number | HD-GD2.0U3 |
UPC | 747464127125 |
Form Factor | Desktop |
Storage Capacity | 2 TB |
Internal Drive Interface | SATA 3 Gb/s |
Cache Size | 1 GB DDR |
Drive Transfer Speed | Up to 3 GBps |
Weight | 2.2 lbs |
Power Consumption (Operational) | 18 Watt |
Input Voltage | AC 100–240V |
Input Frequency | 50/60 Hz |
Power Supply Type | External Power Adapter |
System Compatibility | Windows 11 |
Warranty | 3 Years |
BUFFALO DriveStation DDR 2TB USB 3.0 External Hard Drive





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- Offers industry-leading transfer speeds with 1GB DRAM cache and USB 3.0 interface
- Global usability with wide-range AC voltage support and compact, portable design
- Reliable performance backed by a 3-year manufacturer warranty and TAA compliance
Product Overview
The BUFFALO DriveStation DDR HD-GD2.0U3 is a high-performance 2TB external hard drive designed for ultra-fast data transfers via USB 3.0 and a 1GB DDR cache that achieves up to 2.3x faster speeds than traditional USB 3.0 drives. With a SATA 3 Gb/s interface and 3 GBps transfer rate, it’s ideal for demanding tasks such as video editing and large file storage. The unit is compact and portable, measuring 8" x 1.8", and weighs 2.2 lbs. It operates efficiently within 5°C to 35°C and is designed with global power compatibility (AC 100–240V). TAA-compliant and manufactured in Japan, it is supported by a 3-year warranty and is compatible with Windows 11 systems.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
Width | 8 inch |
Depth | 1.8 inch |
Height | 5 inch |
Minimum Operating Temperature | 5°C |
Maximum Operating Temperature | 35°C |
Operating Humidity Range | 20% - 80% (non-condensing) |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Included Software | Buffalo Tools suite includes TurboPC EX, Backup Utility |
Remote Management | No |
Interfaces
External Interface | USB 3.0 |
USB Backward Compatibility | USB 2.0 |
Peak Transfer Speed Over USB 3.0 | Up to 2.3x faster than standard USB 3.0 |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Japan |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
WEEE Compliance | Yes |
Environmental Standards | ENERGY STAR Qualified |
Advanced Security Features
Encryption | 256-bit AES software encryption |
Security Features | Password protection software included |