Product Type | External Hard Drive |
Model | DriveStation DDR |
Manufacturer Part Number | HD-GD3.0U3 |
Storage Capacity | 3 TB |
Form Factor | Desktop |
Weight | 2.2 lbs |
Power Consumption (Operational) | 18 Watt |
Power Supply Type | External Power Adapter |
Voltage Required | AC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz |
Performance Boost | 1 GB DRAM cache increases transfer speed up to 2.3x faster than USB 3.0 |
Operating System Compatibility | Windows 11 |
BUFFALO DriveStation DDR 3TB USB 3.0 External HDD




Key Benefits

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- Accelerates productivity with DRAM cache boosting file transfer speeds up to 2.3x over standard USB 3.0.
- Energy-efficient design consumes only 18W while delivering fast performance, ideal for desktop or professional environments.
- Backed by a 3-year warranty and built in Japan with TAA compliance, ensuring long-term reliability and regulatory assurance.
Product Overview
The BUFFALO DriveStation DDR HD-GD3.0U3 offers 3TB of high-speed storage with support for USB 3.0 and SATA 3 Gb/s interfaces, providing data transfer rates up to 3 GBps. Its integrated 1GB DRAM cache boosts file transfer speeds by up to 2.3x compared to standard USB 3.0 solutions. Designed for Windows 11 compatibility, its compact footprint (8 x 1.8 x 5 inches) and energy-efficient 18W performance make it ideal for office or home setups. Operating safely within 5–35°C and 20–80% humidity, it’s TAA-compliant and manufactured in Japan, backed by a 3-year warranty for dependable data protection.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
Width | 8 inches |
Depth | 1.8 inches |
Height | 5 inches |
Minimum Operating Temperature | 5°C |
Maximum Operating Temperature | 35°C |
Operating Humidity Range | 20% - 80% (non-condensing) |
Enclosure Material | Plastic with matte finish |
Cooling Method | Passive |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Bundled Management Software | Buffalo Backup Utility |
Software Support | Windows Backup compatible |
Password Protection | Included |
Interfaces
Interface Type | USB 3.0 |
Additional Interface | SATA 3 Gb/s (internal) |
Data Transfer Rate | Up to 3 GBps |
USB Connector Type | USB Type-B SuperSpeed (USB 3.0) |
Backward Compatibility | USB 2.0 |
Number of USB Ports | 1 |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Japan |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Certifications | FCC, CE, VCCI, RoHS |
Warranty Period | 3 Years |
UPC | 747464127132 |
Advanced Security Features
Data Encryption | 256-bit AES (software-based encryption) |
Drive Lock Utility | Yes |
Backup Scheduling | Yes (via Buffalo software) |