Compare Western Digital Store Event Deals

Amazon offers the Western Digital My Passport Essential 1TB Portable USB 3.0 External Hard Drive in Black, model no. WDBACX0010BBK_NESN, for $79.99 with free shipping ($0.08/GB). That's tied with our expired mention from last week and the best we've seen for this drive. (It's a current low by $10.) The Essential series features 256-bit hardware-based encryption, automatic backup, and WD SmartWare software.

Dell Home offers the Western Digital WD TV Live Plus 1080p HD Media Player, model no. WDBABX0000NBK-NESN, for $79.99. (Amazon offers it for the same price.) With free shipping, that's tied with last month's mention and the lowest total price we could find by $17. This media player is network-ready, which allows for content streaming from sites such as YouTube, Flickr, Live 365, and Pandora via Ethernet. You can also plug in a USB drive and stream its content in 1080p via an HDMI output.

Meritline offers the factory-refurbished Western Digital WD TV Live 1080p HD Media Player, model no. WDBABX0000NBK-NESN, for $69.99. Coupon code "MLC6G8AXNL1" drops it to $59.99. With free shipping, that's tied with our mention from last month and $20 under the lowest total price we could find for a new one. This media player is network-ready, which allows for content streaming from sites such as YouTube, Flickr, Live 365, and Pandora via Ethernet. You can also plug in a USB drive and stream its content in 1080p via an HDMI output. A 180-day Western Digital warranty applies.

For its current newsletter subscribers only, newegg.com offers the Western Digital Elements 2TB USB 2.0 External Hard Drive, model no. WDBAAU0020HBK-NESN, for $129.99. At checkout, apply coupon code "EMCYVNV45" to cut the price to $109.99. With free shipping, that's $0.06/GB and the lowest total price we could find by $20. (We saw this drive for $11 less last week, since expired.) It includes a power-saving feature that reduces power consumption by 30%. Coupon ends August 2.

Walmart offers the Western Digital My Passport Essential SE 1TB Portable USB 2.0 External Hard Drive, model no. WDBABM0010BBK-NESN, for $125.99 with free shipping ($0.26/GB). That's $18 under our March mention and the lowest total price we could find by $3. Sales tax is added where applicable. This drive has a 2MB cache and runs at 5400 rpm.

CircuitCity.com cuts 5% off accessory orders of $100 or more when you enter coupon code "V4APS2KAQF" and choose in-store pickup. After discount, several hard drives are at the lowest total prices we could find. Sales tax is added where applicable. The drives, each with free shipping (discount ends January 12):

• Western Digital My Book Essential 500GB USB 2.0 External Hard Drive, model no. WDH1U5000N, for $123.49;
• Toshiba 200GB Portable 2.5" USB 2.0 External Hard Drive, model no. HDDR200E02X, for $113.99; and
• Seagate 120GB Internal IDE 2.5" USB 2.0 External Hard Drive, model no. ST9120821ARK, for $95.

ZipZoomfly.com has released its Black Friday sale page. It begins at 3:01 am ET on Friday, although no end date is listed. Some best bets:

• Cooler Master Centurion 5 Mid-Tower ATX Case, model no. CAC-T05-UW, for $0 after a $30 rebate (lowest we've seen);
• Cooler Master eXtreme 600-watt Power Supply, model no. RP-600-PCAR, for $0 after a $50 rebate (lowest we've seen);
• Western Digital My Book Essential Edition 750GB USB 2.0 External Hard Drive, model no. WDG1U7500N, for $154 (lowest we've seen by $26); and
• ViewSonic NX1932w 19" Widescreen LCD HDTV for $239.99 after a $50 rebate.

From 6 pm until 10 pm tomorrow, the CompUSA Moonlight Madness Sale offers dozens of items either at or near lowest-we've-seen prices at your local CompUSA store. Most specials may also be available online. Click here to download the ad, then click here and search for the item you're interested in. Best bets:

• Kensington FlyLight 2.0 LED Portable USB Light for $19.99;
• Western Digital My Book Premium 500GB FireWire/USB 2.0 External Hard Drive, model no. WDG1C5000N, for $159.99; and
• HP 50" Widescreen Plasma HD Television, model no. PL5060N, for $999.99.

Dell Home still takes an extra 10% off most Electronics and Accessories purchase when you pay via PayPal. That remains the first "E&A" deal we've seen from Dell in quite some time. The discount applies to desktop accessories, laptop accessories, power, networking, storage, MP3, printers, digital cameras, and Dell-branded projectors. Sales tax is added where applicable. Promotion ends September 5. Below are a few of the most popular deals listed on dealnews using this discount:

1. Canon EOS Rebel XTi 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera with the Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 USM Lens for $687.73 shipped free;
2. Canon PowerShot SD800 IS Digital ELPH 7.1-Megapixel Digital Camera for $257.61 shipped free via coupon code "9HXXHBMBJ12S19" (updated); and
3. Western Digital My Book Essential 500GB USB 2.0 External Hard Drive, model no. WDG1U5000N, for $103.27 shipped free.

Dell Home still takes an extra 10% off most Electronics and Accessories purchase when you pay via PayPal. That remains the first "E&A" deal we've seen from Dell in quite some time. The discount applies to desktop accessories, laptop accessories, power, networking, storage, MP3, printers, digital cameras, and Dell-branded projectors. Sales tax is added where applicable. Promotion ends September 5. Below are a few of the most popular deals listed on dealnews using this discount:

1. Canon EOS Rebel XTi 10.1MP Digital SLR Camera with the Canon EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 USM Lens for $687.73 shipped free;
2. Canon PowerShot SD800 IS Digital ELPH 7.1-Megapixel Digital Camera for $266.49 shipped free;
3. Western Digital My Book Essential 500GB USB 2.0 External Hard Drive, model no. WDG1U5000N, for $103.27 shipped free;
4. Panasonic SDR-S10 Portable Palmcorder Digital Camcorder for $323.19 shipped free; and
5. Western Digital Passport Portable 160GB USB 2.0 External Hard Drive, model no. WDXMS1600TN, for $83.38 shipped free.

newegg.com takes up to 20% off over 40 select items when you apply a given coupon code and/or pay via PayPal. Several items are at or near lowest-we've-seen prices. Click here to see the full list of products. Deals end September 5. Some best bets:

• Refurbished Apple iPod nano 1GB (first generation) for $82.99 + $5 shipping via coupon code "PPAL808APPL03";
• Western Digital My Book Premium 750GB USB 2.0 / FireWire External Hard Drive for $236.99 + $8 shipping via coupon code "PPAL808HDD03"; and
• Samsung 32" Widescreen LCD HD Television, model no. LN-T3253H, for $799.99 shipped free via coupon code "PPAL808HOAV01".

Staples.com knocks 20% to 60% off select monitors, printers, office chairs, and more during its Dads & Grads Event. That puts many items at or near lowest-we've-seen prices. Shipping starts at $7.95 or is free on orders of $50 or more. Sales tax is added where applicable. Sale ends June 16. Some best bets:

• Western Digital 6GB Passport Pocket Hard Drive, model no. WDXMM60WPN, for $49.98;
• Canon PIXMA IP4300 Photo Printer for $79.98 shipped free after this $20 mail-in rebate (ends 6/9); and
• Staples Rico Reclining Chair with ottoman for $99.99 shipped free.

The latest ClubIT.com 8-Hour Sale cuts prices on 12 items, several of which are at the lowest prices we've seen. A best bet: The Western Digital 2.5" Serial ATA Internal Notebook Drive, model no. WD1600BEVS, for $109.98 plus $7 for shipping. Sale ends today at 9 pm ET.

The latest ClubIT.com 8-Hour Sale cuts prices on 48 items, several of which are at the lowest prices we've seen. Select items ship free; for others, shipping starts around $6. A best bet: The Western Digital 2.5" Serial ATA Internal Notebook Drive, model no. WD1600BEVS, for $125.99 plus $7 for shipping. Sale ends today.

newegg.com has several coupon deals ending today. The most popular:

1. Western Digital Lighted 320GB FW/USB2 Hard Drive for $129.99 after code "EMCWDXLIGHT25";
2. Western Digital 500GB SATA2 Hard Drive for $159.99 shipped after code "EMCWDRE2CAV";
3. Seagate Barracuda 500GB IDE Hard Drive for $159.99 shipped after code "EMCBARCUDA20";
4. Acer AL2223Wd 22" Widescreen LCD Monitor for $309.99 after code "EMCACERLCD20"; and
5. Samsung ML-2571N Laser Printer for $69.99 after code "EMCSAM2571N" and this $50 rebate.

Staples has posted both its Black Friday sales circular (on the left) and its Friday-Saturday circular (on the right). The 1-page Black Friday circular focuses almost entirely on computer peripherals. (There are no PCs and almost no office supplies.) All but two deals involve mail-in rebates. Deals start at 6 am local time on Friday, November 24. Notable:

• Western Digital My Book 400GB External Hard Drive for $99.98 after rebate;
• Samsung 19" LCD Monitor for $129.98 after rebate; and
• Mio C310 GPS Navigation System for $149.99.

Surplus Computers offers many items at or near lowest-we-could-find prices during its Inventory Liquidation Sales. Shipping is free on select items, otherwise it starts around $6. Notables:

• CTX 2-Piece Stereo Tower Speakers for 1 cent;
• Portable Body Massager for 99 cents;
• 33-Foot Tape Measure for $2.99;
• Dynamo Small Shake Emergency Flashlight 2-Pack for $6.99; and
• Refurbished Western Digital 160GB SATA Hard Drive for $49.99.

Buy.com's Google Checkout promotion of $10 off orders of $30 or more ends today, October 31. Below we've listed the hottest deals still available; click here to see them all.

1. Ergotron LX Triple-Display LCD Lift Stand from $190 shipped;
2. Western Digital MyBook Pro Edition II 1TB FireWire 800/USB 2.0 External Hard Drive from $470 shipped;
3. Canon PowerShot A530 5MP Digital Camera from $130 shipped;
4. Samsonite L35 Notebook Case for 15" Laptops from $20 shipped;
5. Unlocked Sony Ericsson K790a 3.2MP Digital Camera Bluetooth Phone from $373 shipped;
6. Adaptec USB2Connect 4000 4-Port USB 2.0 PCI Card from $3 profit after rebate, more;
7. HP t5520 Thin Client Desktop PC from $255 shipped;
8. Buy.com: Select DVDs for $7; and
9. LaCie Brick Desktop 300GB USB 2.0 External Hard Drive from $110 shipped.

Surplus Computers offers many items at or near lowest-we-could-find prices during its Inventory Liquidation Sales. Shipping is free on select items, otherwise it starts around $6. Notables:

• CTX 2-Piece Stereo Tower Speakers for 1 cent;
• Used Name Brand Black PS/2 Keyboard 2-Pack for 99 cents;
• Look Universale TV Remote Control for $1.99;
• Large Glue Gun for $1.99; and
• Refurbished Western Digital 160GB SATA Hard Drive for $49.99.