The internal Freecom DAT-160i SCSI Tape Drive is a reliable, reasonably priced backup solution for small to medium-sized servers and high-end workstations. The drive is the ideal... more
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small and mediumbusiness environments or enterprise workgroups requiring the highest capacity and performance DDS/DAT driveavailable.Freecom DAT 160 delivers a capacity of 160 GB on a single data cartridge and a transfer rate of up to 49.7GB/hr* to address todays real capacity and performance needs.At the same time this sixth generation DDS/DAT drive provides the proven reliability and two-generationbackward compatibility that users of the worlds most successful tape technology have come to expect.The RoHS compliant Freecom DAT 160 drive comes with a choice of interfaces including USB for low-cost;universal plug-and-play; or Ultra 160 SCSI-3 to meet the needs of legacy.Available in 5.25-inch Half-High form factor andboth external and internal configurations the Freecom DAT 160 is ideal for building into entry-level and mid-rangesystems where performance is a growing issue.Read/Write compatible with previous generation DAT 72 and DDS-4 products; the DAT 160 enables a simplemigration path for the installed base of over 6 million DDS/DAT users delivering a dependable andcost-effective backup solution with a low ongoing cost of ownership.
small and mediumbusiness environments or enterprise workgroups requiring the highest capacity and performance DDS/DAT driveavailable.Freecom DAT 160 delivers a capacity of 160 GB on a single data cartridge and a transfer rate of up to 49.7GB/hr* to address todays real capacity and performance needs.At the same time this sixth generation DDS/DAT drive provides the proven reliability and two-generationbackward compatibility that users of the worlds most successful tape technology have come to expect.The RoHS compliant Freecom DAT 160 drive comes with a choice of interfaces including USB for low-cost;universal plug-and-play; or Ultra 160 SCSI-3 to meet the needs of legacy.Available in 5.25-inch Half-High form factor andboth external and internal configurations the Freecom DAT 160 is ideal for building into entry-level and mid-rangesystems where performance is a growing issue.Read/Write compatible with previous generation DAT 72 and DDS-4 products; the DAT 160 enables a simplemigration path for the installed base of over 6 million DDS/DAT users delivering a dependable andcost-effective backup solution with a low ongoing cost of ownership.
Supported Tape Cartridges (Read and Write): DDS-4, DAT-72, DAT-160
Recording Standard: DDS-4, DAT 72, DDS-5, DAT 160, DDS-6
Data Transfer Rate (native): 6.9 MBps ( 25 GBph )
Data Transfer Rate (compressed): 13.8 MBps ( 49.7 GBph )
Average Seek / Access Time: 50 sec
Buffer Size: 16 MB
Expansion / connectivity
Interfaces: 1 x Ultra160 SCSI LVD
Compatible Bays: 1 x front accessible - 5.25" x 1/2H
Manufacturer's product description
The internal Freecom DAT-160i SCSI Tape Drive is a reliable, reasonably priced backup solution for small to medium-sized servers and high-end workstations. The drive is the ideal solution for all high-volume applications.
Advantages: Additional capacity - worked out of the box Disadvantages: None
...I totally agree with first reviewer. Worked out of the box. I partitioned the 400 GB into two drives using Partition Magic 8 (which had previously baulked at a 160GB internal HDD) and am using one for storage of digital images (duplicates to CD/DVD backups). Mine, even after three hours use, did not get hot - rather a nice warm value. It works very quietly and I can fully recommend this make and model as exceptionally good and extremely good value for money. When I think back to the 40 MB disc I used for years (Drivespaced, too) I cannot but think what fantastic value for money this is. As a supplement to my internal 2 X 120 GB HDDs, it will provide an additional capacity for my growing storage of high quality digital images (I am now a retired PRO Photographer and teacher of, says he blushingly, high international reputation)...
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Advantages: Small, fast, reliable Disadvantages: Could have a large capacity
...speed usb port, but it works fine in any usb port.
Product Description: Freecom Mobile Drive hard drive - 160GB - Hi-Speed USB
Type: Hard drive - external
Form Factor: 2.5"
Dimensions (WxDxH): 8.3 cm x 13.2 cm x 1.8 cm
Weight: 300 g
Capacity: 160GB
Interface Type: Hi-Speed USB
Connector: 4 pin USB
Data Transfer Rate: 480 Mbps
Average Seek Time: 13 ms
Spindle Speed: 5400 rpm
Buffer Size: 8 MB
OS Required: Apple MacOS X 10.1 or later, Microsoft Windows 2000 / XP
Power Source: USB bus
Manufacturer Warranty: 2 years warranty
If you are considering getting an additional hard drive, then its really worth considering this....
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Advantages: plenty of GBs for your £s Disadvantages: none
...ive had this drive for six months paid about £80 for it
whats in the box
• Hard Drive (Windows pre-formatted)
• Power Adapter
• USB cable (USB 2.0 & 1.1)
• Freecom Software Media Suite
• Manual on CD & Quick Install Guide
• Free unlimited helpdesk support
• Two years manufacturers warranty
Open the box to find a nice well built drive stylish black case with a silver front ,has a illuminated 400gb lamp on the front which is a nice blue
it has a power lead and is usb2 it also has a on/off switch on the back..
plug it in to a usb slot and away you go instantly picked up by windows xp and vista no need to install drivers I have taken this drive to other peoples houses and pluged it in to there computer and have had no problems transfering files.
this unit runs silent (has no fan) dosnt get hot just has a warm feel to it
all in all great...
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I think everyone needs an external hard drive.
The Freecom 160gb Hard drive is excellent value for money and a must if you really do need the additional storage space, or if you wish to back up valuble data.
I never used to consider portable hard... more
Freecom have always provided quality storage devices at a good price (this only cost me £70 pounds at the beginning of this year) for many years a market which demands them, and the quality of this product is no exception. It is exceptional value for... more
I purchased this "Toughdrive" to store my ever-growing digital music collection. It would work sporadically, often turning itself off. I emailed Freecom, who informed me it was a power related issue (they send you a free power adapter if you live in... more
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