# Mini PC Hard Drives The Western Digital 'PiDrive' 314GB Hard Drive Device is for Small Systems By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-03-15 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hard-drive-device References: [geeky-gadgets](http://www.geeky-gadgets.com/raspberry-pi-pidrive-314gb-hard-drive-launched-by-western-digital-for-31-15-03-2016/) & [store.wdc](http://store.wdc.com/store/wdus/en_US/DisplayAccesoryProductDetailsPage/ThemeID.21986300/Accessories/WD_314GB_PiDrive/productID.335173200/categoryId.70262300) The prevalence of [Raspberry Pi usage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/raspberry-pi-6) on the market is only showing signs of increasing as evident with the release of the new Western Digital 'PiDrive' 314GB Hard Drive device. Currently available at a low introductory price point, the Western Digital 'PiDrive' 314GB Hard Drive comes off the heels of the brand's previous launch of a 1TB drive. This allows users to get their hands on a capable piece of hardware without having to break the bank and shift money towards other components. The Western Digital 'PiDrive' 314GB Hard Drive device can be utilized in [mini maker creations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/raspberry-pi-500) or even in [mini PCs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kamrui-ak1plus). As the market for consumer-made PCs increases, we could likely see the component market continue to increase. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 29% | Activity: 46% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/computers) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Mini PC Storage:** There is an opportunity to create more cost-effective and efficient storage solutions for mini computers and makers. - **Raspberry Pi Integration:** There is an opportunity to create hardware components specifically designed to integrate with Raspberry Pi devices. - **Consumer DIY Computing:** There is an opportunity to provide more affordable components to meet the needs of the growing market of consumers who are building their own computers from scratch. ### Where This Applies - **Computer Hardware:** Hardware companies can innovate by creating components that are specifically designed for mini PCs and makers. - **Storage:** Storage companies can create more efficient and cost-effective solutions, specifically designed for mini computers and makers. - **DIY Computing:** Companies can focus on providing affordable and high-quality components to meet the needs of the growing market of consumers who are building their own computers from scratch. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Compact Portable Storage Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-storage-drives.md) - [Mini Self-Cooling SSDs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/speekeys.md) - [High-Capacity Industrial Hard Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wd-red-pro-g-drive.md) - [Desk-Mounted Hard Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hard-drive-concept.md) - [Widely-Compatible SSD Upgrades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wd-black-sn770m.md) - [Portable SSD Storage Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ssd-storage-device.md) - [Record-Setting Compact Storage Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/extreme-fit-usb-c.md) - [Micro-Sized Mobile Device SSDs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/planck-ssd.md) - [Ultra High-Capacity Hard Drives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mosaic-3.md)