We always recommend our clients not to buy off-the-shelf External Storage Hard Drives. Why? Because when the device breaks down the manufacturer's warranty does not include getting your data back, and it could get very expensive. Most of all Seagate and Western Digital External Enclosures you find in hardware retail stores.

When buying you have to keep in mind the worst case scenario. What if the unit breaks down? Below you'll find several scenarios that will help you understand why buying off the shelf is not a good idea.