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Canvio Advance

Portable External Hard Drive

The Canvio Advance portable hard drive allows creators to do what they do best, anywhere their lives take them — offering high storage capacity, quick access to stored content, easy-to-use backup and security solution⁶, and the time-tested reliable performance they need.

With Toshiba Storage Security Software and Storage Backup Software— both available as free downloads.

Create More.
Worry Less.

Protect your files with ease using automatic backup and password protection. With Toshiba Storage Security Software and Storage Backup Software— both available as free downloads⁶ for your Windows® PC —keeping your content safe and secure is simple and stress-free.

Store It All,
In Style.

Step up your storage with up to 4 TB¹ of capacity—perfect for taking your massive collection of photos, music, and videos on the go, with plenty of room left for your important files. And because your gear should stand out as much as you do, choose from four trendy colors with a stylish, textured finish that makes your portable storage uniquely yours.

Step up your storage with up to 4TB¹ of capacity—perfect for taking your massive collection of photos, music, and videos on the go.
Discover how the Canvio Advance Hard Drive makes it easy to transfer
and back up files quickly, wherever you go
Creator uses the Canvio Advance compact hard drive on the go, enjoying high storage capacity, fast access, and reliable performance in a sleek design.

Features and Benefits

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Toshiba Canvio Advance - Two-Year Limited Warranty
Toshiba Two-year
limited warranty3
Auto Backup Software
The included Toshiba Storage Backup Software6 comes with an intuitive and user-friendly interface, making the backup of your data a breeze. Simply choose your individual files or folders, intervals and time settings for your backups, and let the software take care of the rest.
USB Plug & Play
Built with USB 3.2 Gen 1 technology, the Canvio Advance features dual compatibility with USB 3.0 and USB 2.0, ensuring fast, seamless data transfers across a wide range of devices4—whether you're using the latest tech or older systems. Best of all, it’s powered directly through the USB connection, eliminating the need for an external AC power adapter for seamless convenience and portability.
Protect Your Data
Prevent unauthorized users from accessing your private information with the Toshiba Storage Security Software6, allowing you to secure your hard drive with a unique password.
Stylish Design
Compact, easy-to-hold design with a stylish, textured finish, available in four trendy color options to fit your lifestyle.

Applications4

Laptop and Desktop PCs.

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What's in the Box

  • Toshiba Canvio AdvancePortable Hard Drive
  • USB 3.2 Gen 1 Cable
  • Quick Start Guide
  • Downloadable Software6
  • 2-year standard limited warranty3

Where to Buy

Toshiba consumer hard drives are currently available at select retailers and distributors.
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*Toshiba does not guarantee the availability of all products or models at retailers and distributors.

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Toshiba Canvio Advance - Compact design in trendy colors
Compact
design in
trendy colors
Toshiba Canvio Advance - Stylish Textured Finish
Stylish,
Textured
Finish
Auto backup
Auto
Backup
Toshiba Canvio Advance - Password protection
Password
protection
Toshiba Canvio Advance - 2-year Limited Warranty
2-year
Limited
Warranty3
Capacity1Up to 4 TB
InterfaceUSB 3.2 Gen 1
Interface Transfer Rate2Up to 5 Gb/s (USB 3.0)
Up to 480 Mb/s (USB 2.0)
Drive FormatNTFS
Size (mm)1 TB, 2 TB : 78(W) x 109(L) x 14(H)
4 TB: 78(W) x 109(L) x 19.5(H)
ColorBlack, Red, White, Green
Weight (g)1 TB/2 TB: 149
4 TB: 217.5

System Requirements

  • Formatted NTFS for Microsoft® Windows® 11, Windows® 10
  • Requires reformatting for macOS® v15.0/ v14.7 / v13.7
  • Available USB 2.0 or USB 3.0 Port
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PRODUCT DATA SHEET
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External Hard
Drive Lineup

 Canvio Flex Drive (Horizontal) Canvio Gaming Drive (Horizontal) canvio-advance-drives-banner Image of Toshiba Canvio Advance Plus Canvio Basics Drive (Horizontal) Canvio Ready Drive (Horizontal)
Product Series Canvio Flex Canvio Gaming Canvio Advance Canvio Advance Plus Canvio Basic Canvio Ready
Application USB-C® Ready
Cross-Device Compatibility		 Portable Game Storage Backup & Security USB-C® Ready
Backup & Security		 Plug&Play Storage Plug&Play Storage
Capacities1 1 TB, 2 TB, 4 TB 1 TB, 2 TB, 4 TB 1 TB, 2 TB, 4 TB 2 TB, 4 TB 1 TB, 2 TB, 4 TB 1 TB, 2 TB, 4 TB
Casing Satin Finish Satin Finish Textured Finish Textured Finish Matte Finish Two-Tone Finish
Colors Silver Dark Gray Red, White, Green, Black Honey, White, Green Black Black
Device Connectivity USB-C®, USB-A USB-A USB-A USB-C®, USB-A USB-A USB-A
Works With4 PC/Mac®/ Tablet/Smartphone PC/Mac®/Game Console PC/Mac® (reformatting required for Mac®) PC/Mac® (reformatting required for Mac®) PC/Mac® (reformatting required for Mac®) PC/Mac® (reformatting required for Mac®)
Auto Backup Software6 (for Windows®) - - ✓ ✓ - ✓
Password Protection Software6 (for Windows®) - - ✓ ✓ - -
Limited Warranty3 3 years 2 years 2 years 3 years 1 year 1 year
1 One Gigabyte (1 GB) means 109 = 1,000,000,000 bytes and One Terabyte (1 TB) means 1012 = 1,000,000,000,000 bytes using powers of 10. A computer operating system, however, reports storage capacity using powers of 2 for the definition of 1 GB = 230 = 1,073,741,824 bytes and 1 TB = 240 = 1,099,511,627,776 bytes, and therefore shows less storage capacity. Available storage capacity (including examples of various media files) will vary based on file size, formatting, settings, software and operating system and other factors.
2 5 Gbit/s is the interface transfer rate per the specifications of the Universal Serial Bus 3.0. Actual transfer rate will vary depending on your system configuration and other factors.
3 Standard limited warranty applies. The warranty brochure is preloaded on the hard drive or can be viewed online at http://storage.toshiba.com/consumer-hdd/support/warranty-info.
4 Compatibility may vary depending on user‘s hardware configuration and operating system.  Reformatting required for use with Apple Time Machine. Please check device compatibility and connecting instructions by reviewing the applicable user manuals for such device.  The latest information can be viewed online at https://www.canvio.jp/en/compati/hdd/ot_ehdd/flex/index.htm.
5 Read and write speed may vary depending on the host device, read and write conditions, and file size.
6 Software is available via a free download that is subject to Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage Corporation's and/or Toshiba America Electronic Components, Inc's. standard End User License Agreement. Software is compatible with Windows-based PC only.
7 Estimated game storage is based on assumption of average game size of 36 GB for current generation games. The number of games actually stored may vary depending on file size, formatting, console software, and other programs or factors. Original discs may be required to verify ownership for games purchased and loaded from disc. Internet connection and original game owner’s account may be required.
8 Please update your PS5® console to system software Version: 21.01-03.00.00 or later in order to store PS5® games in USB extended storage. To play PS5® games, you need to copy game data from your Canvio Gaming external drive back to your PS5® console storage. Please refer to the official information on PlayStation’s website for support on external storage devices.
9 To play games that are optimized for Xbox Series X|S® you need to transfer those games from the Canvio Gaming external drive to the Xbox Series X|S® console SSD or a Storage Expansion Card. Please refer to the official information on Xbox’s website for support on external storage devices.
10 A Canvio Gaming drive formatted for use with one console platform will not be compatible with another platform without erasing data and reformatting. For example, a Canvio Gaming drive formatted for Xbox® is not cross-compatible with PlayStation® and vice versa.

Product specifications, colors, features, software, and availability are subject to change without notice.

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals, including lead, known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. Wash hands after handling. 

Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies. 

Mac, macOS, iPad, iPad Pro, and Time Machine are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions. 

Android and Android logo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Google LLC.

USB Type-C® and USB-C® are registered trademarks of USB Implementers Forum. 

“PlayStation”, “PlayStation 4”, “PlayStation 5”, “PS4”, and “PS5” are registered trademarks or trademarks of Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc. 

“Xbox”, “Xbox One”, and “Xbox Series X|S” are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. 

Canvio and the Canvio logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage Corporation in the United States and other countries.  

All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.



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