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As the summer sizzles on, and your personal computer's hard drive continues to take the strain, perhaps it's time to take a look at buying an external hard drive as a decent backup option. Because, trust us, you never know when you're going to need it...

Here are our Top 5 Bestsellers this summer, based both on Amazon's sales and our own site stats:

1. Toshiba Canvio Plus 500GB: World-renowned Toshiba quality, this 500GB external drive will have you smiling. Quality all the way with this slim, sleek hard drive. Not surprising to see that this is Amazon's top seller.
2. Iomega Prestige 500GB Model 34929 (Gray): If value is what you're after this is the hard drive for you. I don't believe there is a cheaper, better-value drive than this one. Energy-efficient and user-friendly, and raved about by many.
3. Iomega Prestige 500GB Model 34270: This is the long renowned original value favorite, the original Iomega Prestige 500GB hard drive (the older brother to the Prestige model that makes it to number 2 on our list).
4. Seagate FreeAgent Go 500GB: Nice and sleek, portable, easy to operate. This drive will grab people's attentions as it's a bit of a looker. Plus it also comes with an awesome warranty of 5 years, which, let's face it, is pretty darned good.
5. LaCie Rugged All-Terrain 500GB: Built to last, rugged and very all-terrain - just check out the unusual but very appealing design. Most unique about it is its triple interface, including FireWire 800, FireWire 400, and USB 2.0.

Head on over to 500gbexternal.net if you're serious about purchasing a 500GB external hard drive. Our extensive research and non-biased reviews make your decision an easy one! And as the summer sizzles on, a great place to start is our top 5 summer bestsellers, you really should check it out.

Lacie / LaCie Rugged Hard Drive Sleeves / 130752 $25.62 Lacie - LaCie Rugged Hard Drive Sleeves - 130752

Lacie / 500GB RUGGED TRIPLE / 301371 $158.7 Lacie - 500GB RUGGED TRIPLE - 301371

LaCie Rugged Hard Drive 500GB $249.99 LaCie Rugged Hard Drive 500GB

Lacie Rugged Hard Drive 500Gb $249.99 LaCie Rugged Hard Drive 500GB

Lacie / Desktop Rugged XL 3GB / 301873U $192.57 Lacie - Desktop Rugged XL 3GB - 301873U

Lacie / 500GB Rugged HD USB3/FW8 / 301982 $168.9 Lacie - 500GB Rugged HD USB3/FW8 - 301982

Lacie / 500GB RUGGED TRIPLE 7200 RPM / 301983 $185.42 Lacie - 500GB RUGGED TRIPLE 7200 RPM - 301983

Lacie / Rugged Mini 500GB USB3 7200RPM / 301556 $151.46 Lacie - Rugged Mini 500GB USB3 7200RPM - 301556

Lacie / Rugged Mini 500GB USB3 / 301555 $119.01 Lacie - Rugged Mini 500GB USB3 - 301555

Lacie 130752 Rugged Hard Drive Sleeves $24.99 Features: Set of three rubber bumper sleeves New colors: green-grey, blue-grey, black Exclusively made for your Rugged Drive Compatibility : LaCie Rugged USB2 - LaCie Rugged USB 3.0 - LaCie Rugged eSATA - LaCie Rugged USB2 & FW 400/800 Comments : For use with LaCie Rugged Mobile Hard Drive (not compatible with Rugged XL) Box Content : LaCie Rugged Sleeves (set of three) Parts: 1 year limited Labor: 1 year limited

Lacie / LaCie Rugged Safe 301490 1 TB External Hard Drive / 301490 $272.28 Lacie - LaCie Rugged Safe 301490 1 TB External Hard Drive - 301490

LACIE PWR CABLE F/ RUGGED USB HD 709564 $14.66 LACIE PWR CABLE F/ RUGGED USB HD 709564

Lacie Rugged XL Hard Drive - 2 TB - Hi-Speed USB / ESATA-300. Each $212.8 Manufacturer: Lacie. Each. The LaCie Rugged XL combines high-capacity storage with a user-centric design. Setup is effortless; it's plug and play and offers customizable formatting with the LaCie setup assistant. This advanced hard disk features aluminum

LaCie Rugged XL 301873U 2 TB External Hard Drive $160.99 1.77" 2 TB 2 Year Limited 2.20 lb 300 MBps 301873U 4.92" 8.46" LaCie Backup Assistant Software LaCie Setup Assistant Software Rugged XL 301873U Hard Drive USB 2.0 Cable eSATA Cable External Power Supply Quick Install Guide LaCie Software Utilities and User Manual USB 1.1 Plug n Play The LaCie Rugged XL, Design by Neil Poulton combines high-capacity storage with a user-centric design. Setup is effortless; it's plug & play and offers customizable formatting with the LaCie Setup Assistant. LaCie Backup Assistant software is also included for PC/Mac users for easy, automatic backups. This advanced hard disk features aluminum casing, which provides superior protection on your desk. Its extremely resistant and tough design comes complete with a rubber sleeve, internal bumper, and heat dissipating features, making the LaCie Rugged XL both sturdy and effective. The LaCie Rugged XL makes a statement on your desktop, with its design, based on the original award-winning LaCie Rugged Hard Disk, and colorful presence. With versatile USB 2.0 and the lightning-fast eSATA 3Gb/s interface means your Rugged XL will be as fast as it is reliable. The user-friendly LaCie Rugged XL, Design by Neil Poulton makes a great companion to your PC or Mac. External Hard Drive LaCie Mac PC Rugged Rugged XL 301873U Hard Drive USB 2.0 Yes eSATA www.lacie.com

Lacie Rugged Hard Drive Sleeves - Rubber - Black, Blue Gray, Green Gray 130752 $19.77 Lacie Rugged Hard Drive Sleeves - Rubber - Black, Blue Gray, Green Gray 130752

500GB LaCie Rugged All-Terrain FireWire 800/ FireWire 400/USB 2.0 Portable External Hard Drive 301371 $97.79 500GB LaCie Rugged All-Terrain FireWire 800/ FireWire 400/USB 2.0 Portable External Hard Drive 301371

Lacie Rugged 301873U 2 TB External Hard Drive USB 2.0, eSATA - Yes $185.97 Lacie Rugged 301873U 2 TB External Hard Drive USB 2.0, eSATA - Yes

Lacie Rugged Mini 1.50 TB 2.5" External Hard Drive - USB 3.0 - 5400 rpm 9000193 $202.72 Lacie Rugged Mini 1.50 TB 2.5" External Hard Drive - USB 3.0 - 5400 rpm 9000193

Lacie Rugged Triple 301984 1 TB External Hard Drive - USB 3.0, FireWire/i.LINK 800 - 5400 rpm $222.03 Lacie Rugged Triple 301984 1 TB External Hard Drive - USB 3.0, FireWire/i.LINK 800 - 5400 rpm

Lacie Rugged Mini 301555 500 GB 2.5" External Hard Drive - Orange - USB 3.0 - 5400 rpm $113.95 Lacie Rugged Mini 301555 500 GB 2.5" External Hard Drive - Orange - USB 3.0 - 5400 rpm

Lacie Rugged 301982 500 GB External Hard Drive - USB 3.0, FireWire/i.LINK 800 - 5400 rpm $162.84 Lacie Rugged 301982 500 GB External Hard Drive - USB 3.0, FireWire/i.LINK 800 - 5400 rpm

Lacie Rugged Mini 301556 500 GB 2.5" External Hard Drive - Orange - USB 3.0 - 7200 rpm $146.93 Lacie Rugged Mini 301556 500 GB 2.5" External Hard Drive - Orange - USB 3.0 - 7200 rpm

500GB LaCie Rugged Safe FireWire 800/ USB 2.0 Portable External Hard Drive 301491 LAC301491 $174.24 500GB LaCie Rugged Safe FireWire 800/ USB 2.0 Portable External Hard Drive 301491 LAC301491

Lacie Rugged Safe Hard Drive - 500 GB - FireWire 800 / Hi-Speed USB. Each $196.21 Manufacturer: Lacie. Each. The LaCie Rugged Safe is the most complete mobile storage solution available. It offers multiple levels of data protection, from its unbreakable hardware encryption and the safest biometric authentication technology, to its shoc

Lacie Rugged Safe Solid State Drive - 250 GB - FireWire 800 / Hi-Speed USB. Each $788.98 Manufacturer: Lacie. Each. The LaCie Rugged Safe is the most complete mobile storage solution available. It offers multiple levels of data protection, from its unbreakable hardware encryption and the safest biometric authentication technology, to its shoc

Lacie Rugged Triple Hard Drive - 500 GB - FireWire 800 / SuperSpeed USB 3.0. Each $183.24 Manufacturer: Lacie. Each. The LaCie Rugged Triple hard disk provides universal connectivity: you've got the superior speeds of USB 3.0. Additionally, you can use the LaCie Mac USB 3.0 driver to improve data transfer speed on your Mac. Whether your goal i

LaCie Rugged 301945 1 TB External Hard Drive $143.99 1 TB 1.10" 2 Year Limited 2.5" 3.54" 301945 5.71" 640 MBps 7200 rpm 8 MB 8.50 oz LaCie Backup Assistant (Windows and Mac) LaCie Setup Assistant Rugged 301945 Hard Drive USB 3.0 Cable USB Power-Sharing Cable Quick Install Guide User Manual USB 2.0 Plug n Play The Rugged USB 3.0 combines the new SuperSpeed USB 3.0 interface with a high-quality drive, allowing you to transfer data like HD movies and pictures with the fastest speeds on the market. The connector also provides more power to devices and lets your peripherals to be bus-powered for incredible mobility. With rubber bumpers and a shock-proof exterior, the Rugged USB 3.0 is the best way to protect your data, no matter where you are. External Hard Drive LaCie Mac Orange PC Rugged Rugged 301945 Hard Drive Silver USB 3.0 Yes www.lacie.com

LaCie Rugged 301934 750 GB External Hard Drive $125.99 2.5" 301934 5400 rpm 640 MBps 750 GB 8 MB USB 2.0 Plug n Play The Rugged USB 3.0 combines the new SuperSpeed USB 3.0 interface with a high-quality drive, allowing you to transfer data like HD movies and pictures with the fastest speeds on the market. The connector also provides more power to devices and lets your peripherals to be bus-powered for incredible mobility. With rubber bumpers and a shock-proof exterior, the Rugged USB 3.0 is the best way to protect your data, no matter where you are. External Hard Drive LaCie Rugged Rugged 301934 Hard Drive USB 3.0 Yes www.lacie.com

LaCie Rugged Safe 301490 1 TB External Hard Drive $207.99 1 TB 1" 10.51 oz 100 MBps 3 Year Limited 3.50" 301490 5.70" LaCie SAFE Utilities LaCie Backup Assistant Rugged Safe 301490 Hard Drive with 128-bit AES Encryption FireWire 800 (9-to-9 pin) Cable Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Cable (USB 1.1 compatible) USB Power-sharing Cable Quick Install Guide User Manual USB 1.1 Plug n Play The LaCie Rugged Safe is the most complete mobile storage solution available. It offers multiple levels of data protection, from its unbreakable hardware encryption and the safest biometric authentication technology, to its shock-proof enclosure. Developed for users that need to protect their data against theft, the Rugged Safe boasts AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) 128-bit encryption. This is the same standard used by the U.S. government and organizations worldwide to protect critical documents. The Rugged Safe also features biometric authentication, which enables personalized data control, with access for to up to ten users. In addition to its enhanced security, the Rugged Safe comes with USB 2.0, FireWire 800/400, and is fully plug and play. Once configured, it grants access to authorized users on any Mac or PC with a single finger swipe, requiring no software installation. It's also bus powered, making it the best solution for people on the go carrying sensitive data. External FireWire/i.LINK 400 FireWire/i.LINK 800 Hard Drive LaCie Mac PC Rugged Safe Rugged Safe 301490 Hard Drive with 128-bit AES Encryption USB 2.0 Yes www.lacie.com

Lacie / LaCie NetbooKit / 131097 $28.79 Lacie - LaCie NetbooKit - 131097

Lacie XtremKey USB Flash Drive - 32 GB. Each $95.4 Manufacturer: Lacie. Each. The LaCie XtremKey is strongest, toughest USB key yet. With an impenetrable shell, the LaCie XtremKey is a truly rugged USB key that stands up to the elements. The XtremKey is constructed with zamac, a metal alloy composed of zi

301873U - Lacie Rugged 301873U 2 Tb External Hard Drive - Usb 2.0, Esata $172.75 the Lacie Rugged Xl, Design by Neil Poulton Combines High-capacity Storage With a User-centric Design. Setup is Effortless; It's Plug & Play And Offers Customizable Formatting With The Lacie Setup Assistant. Lacie Backup Assistant Software is Also Included For Pc/mac Users For Easy, Automatic Backups. This Advanced Hard Disk Features Aluminum Casing, Which Provides Superior Protection on Your Desk. Its Extremely Resistant And Tough Design Comes Complete With a Rubber Sleeve, Internal Bumper, And Heat Dissipating Features, Making The Lacie Rugged XL Both Sturdy And Effective. The Lacie Rugged XL Makes a Statement on Your Desktop, With Its Design, Based on The Original Award-winning Lacie Rugged Hard Disk, And Colorful Presence. With Versatile Usb 2.0 And The Lightning-fast Esata 3gb/s Interface Means Your Rugged XL Will be as Fast as it is Reliable. The User-friendly Lacie Rugged Xl, Design by Neil Poulton Makes a Great Companion to Your PC or Mac. [08188S] UPC: 093053792626 UNSPC: 43201803 9.5L x 8.75W x 3.25H 3.3 LB 0.17 Cubes

LaCie XL 1 TB External Hard Drive $113.99 1 TB 1.73" 2 Year Limited 2.36 lb 300 MBps 301848U 5.11" 8.46" 80 MBps LaCie Setup Assistant LaCie Backup Assistant Plug n Play USB 1.1 Rugged XL Hard Drive USB 2.0 Cable eSATA Cable External Power Supply Quick Install Guide LaCie Utilities (preloaded on the drive) User Manual The LaCie Rugged XL, Design by Neil Poulton combines high-capacity storage with a user-centric design. Setup is effortless; it's plug & play and offers customizable formatting with the LaCie Setup Assistant. LaCie Backup Assistant software is also included for PC/Mac users for easy, automatic backups. This advanced hard disk features aluminum casing, which provides superior protection on your desk. External Hard Drive LaCie Mac PC Rugged Rugged XL Hard Drive USB 2.0 XL Yes eSATA www.lacie.com

LaCie Rugged 301924 1 TB External Hard Drive $176.99 0.98" 1 TB 100 MBps 2.5" 3 Year Limited 3.58" 301924 5.67" 5400 rpm 8 MB 8.82 oz Rugged 301924 Hard Drive FireWire 800 (9-to-9 pin) Cable FireWire 400 (6-to-6 pin) Cable Hi-Speed USB 2.0 Cable (USB 1.1 Compatible) USB Power-Sharing Cable Quick Start Guide USB 1.1 Plug & Play The exclusive creation of world-renowned designer Neil Poulton, this portable external hard drive is one of our most popular products, and offers the supreme speed of FireWire 800, along with FireWire 400 and Hi-Speed USB 2.0 interfaces for true universal connectivity. Conveniently bus-powered and plug & play, the LaCie Rugged Hard Disk is ideal for backup, video storage, and large data volume exchange on the go. You can plug it into almost any computer anywhere for instant backup, video storage and large data volume exchange. Its unique scratch-protected aluminum shell and shock-resistant rubber bumper make the LaCie Rugged Hard Disk especially resistant to harsh elements, providing extra protection wherever you need it. Best of all, it's rated shock-proof up to 2.2 meters, and evaluated under the MIL-STD-810, a series of standards from the United States Army's Developmental Test Command that test how well a specific device performs when placed under stress or extreme conditions. External FireWire/i.LINK 400 FireWire/i.LINK 800 Hard Drive LaCie Rugged Rugged 301924 Hard Drive USB 2.0 Yes www.lacie.com

LaCie Rugged 301943 750 GB External Hard Drive $142.99 0.98" 100 MBps 2.5" 3 Year 3.58" 301943 5.67" 5400 rpm 750 GB 8 MB 8.82 oz USB 1.1 Plug n Play The exclusive creation of world-renowned designer Neil Poulton, this portable external hard drive is one of our most popular products, and offers the supreme speed of FireWire 800, along with FireWire 400 and Hi-Speed USB 2.0 interfaces for true universal connectivity. Conveniently bus-powered and plug & play, the LaCie Rugged Hard Disk is ideal for backup, video storage, and large data volume exchange on the go. You can plug it into almost any computer anywhere for instant backup, video storage and large data volume exchange. Its unique scratch-protected aluminum shell and shock-resistant rubber bumper make the LaCie Rugged Hard Disk especially resistant to harsh elements, providing extra protection wherever you need it. Best of all, it's rated shock-proof up to 2.2 meters, and evaluated under the MIL-STD-810, a series of standards from the United States Army's Developmental Test Command that test how well a specific device performs when placed under stress or extreme conditions. External FireWire/i.LINK 400 FireWire/i.LINK 800 Hard Drive LaCie Mac Orange PC Rugged Rugged 301943 Hard Drive Silver USB 2.0 Yes www.lacie.com

LaCie Rugged 301933 500 GB External Hard Drive $95.99 1.10" 3.54" 301933 5.71" 500 GB 5400 rpm 640 MBps 8.50 oz Plug n Play USB 2.0 With the Rugged USB 3.0, now you can transfer your data with the fastest speeds available on the market. It features the SuperSpeed USB 3.0 interface, which is not only three times faster than USB 2.0 but requires only one cable to use. Your peripherals can be bus-powered, and you'll be able to transfer movies (even in HD!) faster than you ever thought possible. With its high-performance drive, up to 7200 rpm, and its compatibility with USB 2.0, it's the only mobile hard drive you need. External Hard Drive LaCie Mac PC Rugged Rugged 301933 Hard Drive USB 3.0 Yes www.lacie.com