Buffalo Portable Drive Appraisal

Buffalo Inc. HD-PE500U2 Portable External Hard Drive

The item is a Buffalo Inc. portable external hard drive, specifically identified by model number HD-PE500U2. It features a compact, rectangular form factor with rounded corners, designed for portability. The casing is made of black matte plastic, which exhibits some slight scuffing and minor wear, particularly around the corners and edges, consistent with normal use and handling. The overall condition appears to be good, with no visible cracks or significant damage. A USB cable is seen plugged into the top of the device, indicating its method of connection and power. The bottom surface, which is visible in the image, contains a white rectangular label with black text. This label provides manufacturing details including 'BUFFALO INC.' and 'MADE IN CHINA', as well as regulatory compliance marks such as CE and FC TUV Rheinland. A prominent serial number or product identifier, '45469890717208', is clearly displayed on this label. The hard drive does not appear to have any bespoke or ornamental features; its design is purely functional and utilitarian, typical of consumer electronics from the 2010s. The device's construction quality seems standard for mass-produced electronics, focusing on durability and practicality. There are visible circular indentations or feet holes at each corner on the bottom, presumably for non-slip rubber feet or for securing the internal components. No specific indicators of a style period beyond its functional design for modern computing are apparent, suggesting it belongs to the contemporary era of personal computing accessories.