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VanMac

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Hello All.

I need an external HD to backup a 500GB drive in a 13" MBP.

This will be for cloning, and will need to be bootable.

I'm not too fussy on either Firewire/USB/Thunderbolt. I do have good experience with Firewire, but might be interested in Thunderbolt drive....

Should be portable, and bus powered. Price is not a huge issue, but want good value for the money.

Also open to hd enclosure and drive combos if that is any better way to go.

Any input or recommendations appreciated.
 
This has been my external disk of choice the past few years:

WD My Passport
 
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