Heavy Portable hard drives

[Jabeen]

hi friends.........
i m very much impressed by the way you people provide any suggestion to any technical query so can you please suggest me for mine too........
i m about to buy a External Portable hard drive for large amount of data transfer as well as data storage so can you please suggest me some good and great ones....... for me quality is the first preference.......so i am not interested in cost as i m ready to buy any damm good device............
can you please provide your views on it?

[Fabian]

Transcend, a worldwide leader in digital storage devices has came up the availability of the high capacity 250GB StoreJet 2.5 SATA portable hard drive.

It is a new compact storage solution featuring a high-speed USB 2.0 interface. The StoreJet offer a transfer rate of 480Mbits per second. The Plug-and-Play feature delivers compatibility with most of the desktops and notebooks.

The 250GB StoreJet is measures 2.5-inch and thus offers portability. It also features single Touch Auto-Backup button.

The new SATA drive comes with Transcend’s own StoreJet elite 2.0 software offering intelligent backup scheduling, security, and power saving functions.

The 250GB StoreJet also includess:

Backwards compatible with USB 1.0/1.1

USB powered- no AC/DC adapter needed

Bright LED indicates power / data transfer activity

Power Management: Enabling StoreJet’s power-saving mode when idle

Lightweight contoured aluminum case for easy carrying

Transcend’s 250GB StoreJet .5 SATA portable hard drive is available and comes with a warranty of two years.

[RoninBlade]

Transcend has launched its new stylish 160GB StoreJet 2.5 SATA external hard drive.

Housed in a polished aluminum case, the HDD utilizes its Hi-Speed USB 2.0 interface that delivers data transfer rates up to 480Mbits per second. It is also compatible with older computers that only support USB 1.1.

The new generation, high-capacity hard disk drive supports transfer rates of up to 1.5Gb/s through point-to-point data connections. Transcend has developed the product in such a way that it not only provides faster transfer but also saves power with its low operating voltage. It also comes with a LED that indicates Power On and data transfer activity.

The features of the StoreJet 2.5 SATA hard disk drive include a convenient OneTouch Auto-Backup button, Transcend’s own StoreJet elite 2.0 software that provides a backup scheduling, security and power saving functions. It supports Windows 2000, XP, Vista, Mac OS 9.0/OS X, and Linux Kernel 2.4, or later.

Available in colorful assortment such as Silver (80GB), Titanium (120GB), and Blue (160GB), you can buy the StoreJet 2.5 SATA HDD as an external enclosure that comes without a HDD and is available in silver, blue and red.

It is said that the enclosure is 100 percent compatible with all the brands of 2.5-inch SATA hard disk drives. The Transcend StoreJet 2.5 SATA HDD is a perfect product to manage and organize the data.

The Transcend 160GB StoreJet 2.5 SATA External HDD is available with a two-year warranty.

[deoWo]

Seagate 1TB FreeAgent USB 2.0 External Portable Hard Drive:


Designed to live peacefully in your home or office, the FreeAgent external hard drive is extra quiet and takes up less room on your desk than a stapler. Even the cable ports are base-mounted to help keep your desk free of clutter. We even add a little bit of sophistication to your desktop with the unique espresso brown finish and molten amber illumination. To eliminate the slightest bit of worry, weve even included technical support and a five-year limited warranty.

Features :

1. Up to 1TB storage capacity
2. Software to copy all your files for safekeeping
3. Customizable power-saving feature
4. USB 2.0 interface
5. PC and Mac compatible
6. Technical Specs
7. Interface: USB 2.0
8. Capacity: 1 TB
9. Specs USB 2.0: 480 Mb/sec
10. Spindle speed: 7200 RPM
11. Product dimensions: 7.5" tall x 1.6" thin (without 3.2" wide base) x 6.4" deep
12. Product weight: 2 lbs

Inside the box

1. 1TB Seagate FreeAgent external hard drive
2. USB 2.0 cable
3. AC power adapter
4. Quick start guide

5 Year Warranty

[Rawko]

The DiskGO 2.5" Ultra Portable Hard Drive is a convenient and fashionable solution to backing up and transporting all of your important documents, digital pictures, music, videos and more. Choose from four beautiful colors: Glacier (White), Ruby (Red), Onyx (Black), and Titanium (Silver).

This hard drive is truly portable; no external power supply is needed - just plug the drive into any available USB port and it's ready for use.

With capacities up to 160GB, you can store approximately 45,000 MP3s or 170 hours of videos. Utilizing an ultra-fast USB 2.0 connection, this hard drive can back up an entire notebook or desktop computer in just minutes. It's inevitable; your computer's internal hard drive will eventually fail, destroying all of your files in the process. The DiskGO™ 2.5" Ultra Portable Hard Drive is a reliable way to assist with disaster recovery.

Carrying your information has never been so easy.

Best Verdict:

# Ultra-fast

# Portable Storage

# Plug & Play

# Hot Swappable

# Disaster Prevention

# Additional Storage

# Warranty and Support Available

Technical specification

- Size: 5.04 x 3.07 x 0.59

- Weight: 0.4 lbs

- Power: USB powered

- Connectivity: USB 2.0

- Disk Speed: 5400 RPM

- Transfer Rate: Up to 480Mb/s

- Warranty:One-year warranty

- Support:Toll-free

- Box content:2.5 Ultra Portable Hard Drive, USB Cable, and installation guide

[T.J.]

DiskGO 3.5 Portable hard:

It is a convenient and fashionable solution to backing up and transporting all of your important documents, digital pictures, music, videos and more.

Choose from four beautiful colors: Titanium, Onyx, Ruby, and Glacier.

This hard drive fits nicely on any desk either horizontally or vertically and is incredibly easy to use. Just plug the drive into any available USB port and it's instantly recognized.

With capacities ranging from 750GB to 80GB, there is sure to be enough storage for even the heaviest of users. Utilizing an ultra-fast USB 2.0 connection, this hard drive can back up an entire notebook or desktop computer in just minutes.

The DiskGO™ 3.5" Portable USB 2.0 Hard Drive is a reliable way to assist with disaster recovery.

Features:
Size: 7.5 x 4.25 x 1
Weight: 2.5 lbs
Style: Sleek, modern design
Use: Plug and play
Hot swappable: allows for quick and easy insertion and removal
Speed: High speed USB 2.0
Transfer rate: up to 480Mb/s
Power: External power supply
Extras:Includes mounting base, external power adapter, and USB 2.0 cable
Support: One-year

[Killen]

Western Digital 500GB External Hard Drive:

Easy to set up, easy to use - Installation is a snap because you don't really install this drive, you just plug it in and it's ready to use.
USB 2.0 interface - A simple connection that offers convenience and compatibility among multiple computers.
Fits right in - Takes no more space than a paperback book. Collect two or more and they nest neatly together like volumes on a shelf.
Smart and energy efficient - Turns itself on and off with your computer.
PC and Mac compatible - Works with both Windows 2000/XP/Vista and Mac OS X 10.4.8 or later

[Maxforu]

Fantom 1TB G-Force Hard Drive - Dual Interface (eSATA & USB 2.0), 7200RPM - External Hard Drive

Fantom Drives G-Force eSATA\USB 2.0 Hard Drives offer the most affordable storage solution for USB and eSATA enabled PCs and Macs. The USB 2.0 interface is capable of up to 60MB\sec transfer rates while the eSATA interface is capable of up to 300MB/sec transfer rates. This products features sturdy aluminum casing to provide maximum durability, fanless design for silent operation, and could be placed horizontally or stand vertically to allow maximum deskspace. From increasing storage space to providing a safe and flexible data backup solution, Fantom Drives G-Force eSATA\USB 2.0 Hard Drives are ideal for home and business users alike.

Features
Type: External Hard Disk
Power Supply: 110/220 V (Universal Power Supply)
Form Factor: External Unit
Host Interface: eSATA\USB 2.0
Capacity: 1TB
Access Time: 8.5ms
Drive RPM: 7200
Bus Transfer Rate (Maximum): 60 MB/S (USB), 300MB/S (eSATA)
Package Contents: eSATA\USB 2.0 Hard Drive, USB 2.0 Cable, Power Cord, User Manual
Warranty Information: Warranty Terms: One-year limited
Product Dimensions: 7.75 x 4.5 x 1.375
Product Weight: 2.4 lbs

[Hardwareman]

Seagate FreeAgent XTreme 1TB USB 2.0/eSATA/FireWire 400 External Hard - 5 Year Warranty:

With its huge capacity and the fastest file transfer speeds today, the Seagate FreeAgent XTreme storage solution helps you easily safeguard all your photos, music, videos, and documents and access them with maximum performance. Included, easy-to-use software helps keep your information safe and private with automatic data backup and encryption of your important files and folders.
Count on the FreeAgent XTreme storage solution for quick access to super large files, added protection for all your contentand to look really good on your desk.

Features
Conveniently store all your photos, music, videos and documents in one place thanks to large storage capacities of 500GB, 640GB, 1TB and 1.5TB.
Experience blazingly fast data transfer thanks to eSATA, USB 2.0, and FireWire 400 interfaces.
Enjoy a sleek, modern design that offers the choice of horizontal or vertical orientation to complement your desktop environment.
Easily protect your data with automatic backup software.
Keep your important files and folders private with powerful software encryption technology.
Sync content between your FreeAgent XTreme drive and other portable drives so youll always have your current file versions wherever you are.
Get started quickly with pre-loaded software. No CDs!
Save energy with an environmentally smart utility that can put your drive in sleep mode once it has been idle for 15 minutes.
Enjoy peace of mind with a 5-year limited warranty from the worldwide leader in storage solutions.



Tech Specs
Performance
Capacity: 1TB
USB 2.0: up to 480 Mb/s
FireWire 400: up to 400 Mb/s
eSATA - up to 3Gb/s
Rotational Speed: 7200 RPM
Model Number: ST310005FPA2E3-RK
UPC: 763649008263
Color: Black

Software Requirements
Windows Vista Home Basic, Home Premium, Ultimate, or Business Service Pack-1
Windows XP Home, Professional, Media Center Edition Service Pack-2

Compatibility
Windows XP/Vista
USB 2.0 port, Firewire 400 (1394a), or eSATA port
Compatibility may vary depending on users hardware configuration and operating system.

[deoWo]

LaCie Big Disk Extreme 1TB Hard Drive - Triple Interface External Hard Drive:

The LaCie Big Disk Extreme provides enormous capacity and a transparent, built-in array with no configuration for fast FireWire 800 speed. Easily share data among the widest range of user platforms with this triple interface, plug & play hard drive. Store presentations, archive image banks, work on large-scale audio/video projects, or chain FireWire devices and iLink DV cameras. Its new LaCie Shortcut Button conveniently launches any application with just one push. Advanced features for professionals include Triple Power Management, a 32MB cache, a thermo-regulated progressive quiet smart fan, and EMC Retrospect advanced backup and data restoration software for Windows and Mac users.
Triple interface for universal connectivity on PC/Mac
Built-in RAID 0 for Extreme FireWire 800 speed
Compact, metal design: stack, rackmount, stand upright


Features
Item Number: 301199U
Capacity: 1 TB
Interface:USB 2.0 & FireWire 400/800
Rotational Speed (rpm): 7200
Interface Transfer Rate: FireWire 800: up to 800Mbits/s (100MB/s), FireWire 400: up to 400Mbits/s (50MB/s), USB 2.0: up to 480Mbits/s (60MB/s)
Cache: 32MB
Weight: 5.51 lbs / 2500 g
Warranty: 1 Year Limited Warranty
Minimum 128MB RAM (512MB or greater recommended)