ADATA 4TB HD710 Pro Rugged External Hard Drive, 2.5", USB 3.1, IP68 Water/Dust Proof, Shock Proof, Black

ADATA HD710 Pro 4 TB Rugged External Hard Drive

USB 3.2 Gen 1 · IP68 Water- & Dust-Proof · MIL-STD-810G Shock-Resistant

Built for Real-World Extremes

Whether you’re backing up 4K footage on a Cornish beach or hauling project files between client sites, the HD710 Pro is engineered to shrug off environments that would finish ordinary drives. ADATA seals the 2.5-inch HDD inside a triple-layer armour of shock-absorbing silicone, rigid polycarbonate and an inner suspension cradle. The design comfortably passed U.S. Army MIL-STD-810G 516.6 drop tests from 1.5 m and survived a 60-minute dive at 2 m depth, exceeding IPX8 waterproof criteria and earning a full IP68 rating for dust, sand and water ingress.

Key Features at a Glance

 4 TB Capacity – room for ~100 PS4 titles, 1 million RAW photos or an entire wedding-season archive.

 USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 Gb/s) – backwards-compatible, plug-and-play on Windows, macOS, Linux, Smart TVs and consoles.

 Shock Sensor & LED Status Ring – pauses writes the instant an impact is detected; blue = safe, red = shock event.

 Cable Groove & Port Cap – stow the detachable cable in the rubber channel, then snap the one-touch cap closed for a watertight seal.

 Free Backup-to-Go Software – schedule encrypted sync jobs, carry Outlook & browser profiles, or add a ‘Lost-and-Found’ message right on the drive.

 3-Year ADATA Warranty & UK Support.

Tested Performance

Independent reviewers recorded real-world transfers around 137 MB/s read and 134 MB/s write—perfect for HD video, Lightroom catalogues or Steam libraries that don’t need blazing-fast SSD speeds.

Designed for Creators, Travellers & Gamers

Field Creators: Off-load drone footage or DSLR stills even in a downpour; the HD710 Pro kept working after repeated drops and submersion tests in Tech4Gamers’ six-hour torture session.

Console Owners: Use it as extended USB storage for PS5/PS4 or Xbox—store legacy titles externally and free up precious internal SSD space (PS5 titles can be archived then copied back when you’re ready to play).

Business Travellers: The 4 TB model weighs roughly 390 g—lighter than most mirrorless camera bodies—and fits any carry-on tech pouch.

 

Specifications

Capacity: 4 TB

Form Factor: 2.5"

Wired/Wireless: Wired

Interface: USB 3.1

 

Data Transfer Rate(s)

Max. 10Gbps (USB 3.1)
Max. 5Gbps (USB 3.0)
Max. 480Mbps (USB 2.0)

 

Colour: Black

Power Supply: DC 5 V (USB powered)

 

Additional Features

IP68 water and dust proofing
USB port cover
Military-grade toughness
Shock-resistant & shock sensors
Cable Management

 

Weight/Dimensions:

390g
133.3 x 98.5 x 26.7mm

 

Accessories

USB 3.1 cable
Quick Start Guide

 

Package Type: Retail

Package Weight: 0.4200 kg

Warranty: 3 Years

Reviews

eTeknix Editor's Choice Award

ADATA’s HD710 Pro offers an impressive protection for a portable HDD. Above IP68 rating, Military-grade drop protection, and G-Shock sensor are all part of the package.

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FAQ: Frequently Asked Question 

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

1. How tough is the ADATA HD710 Pro?

Certified IP68 (dust-tight, 2 m water for 60 min) and MIL-STD-810G 1.5 m drop-tested thanks to its triple-layer shock-absorbing shell.

2. Is it still waterproof with the USB flap open?

No. Full IP68 protection only applies when the rubber port cover is firmly closed.

3. Does it need its own power adaptor?

No external brick required – the drive is bus-powered over USB.

4. What real-world speeds should I expect?

On USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports you’ll see about 140 MB/s read and 130-145 MB/s write.

5. Which cable does it use – can I plug into USB-C?

Ships with a USB-A ↔ Micro-B 3.0 lead. Use a USB-C→A adapter or USB-C→Micro-B cable for USB-C laptops / phones.

6. Will it work with my PlayStation 5, Xbox or Switch?

Yes – consoles detect it as external storage; PS5 games must be copied back to internal SSD before play.

7. Is it Mac- or Linux-friendly?

Pre-formatted exFAT for full read/write on macOS & Linux. Re-format to HFS+, APFS or EXT4 if preferred.

8. What do the LED colours mean?

Blue = normal activity; flashing red = shock sensor triggered (drive paused until vibration stops).

9. How big and heavy is the 4 TB version?

133 × 98.5 × 26.7 mm, about 390 g.

10. Does it come with backup software?

Yes – free Windows utility Backup To Go for scheduled local & cloud backups.

11. What warranty do I get?

3-year limited warranty covering manufacturing defects.

12. Can I leave it recording 24 / 7 for CCTV?

Occasional continuous recording is fine, but for 24 × 7 overwrite workloads choose a designated high-endurance drive.