IBM System x introduces the EXP3000 500GB Dual Port HS SATA HDD. This new HDD provides ... more
dual port function using a state of the art interposer between the HDD and controller. This drive represents the next capacity point in the IBM System x family of SA...
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IBM System x introduces the EXP3000 500GB Dual Port HS SATA HDD. This new HDD provides ... more
dual port function using a state of the art interposer between the HDD and controller. This drive represents the next capacity point in the IBM System x family of SA...
Postage & Packaging: Free! Availability: Usually dispatched within 1-2 business days...
Advantages: Maximizes the amount of data vs the cost of the product Disadvantages: heat issues, cord connectivity, and small installation problems.
Some people call me ignorant for using Maxtor, but I honestly only order Maxtor for my hard drives. Now the only downside to the Maxtor 500GB is that it is an external drive that, if not careful, can overheat and cause connectivity problems, transfer speed issues, or just annoyance from when the usb gets knocked out. That being said, if you can get past the downside of have an external I would recommend this product to anyone not using a Mac. The only reason I do not recommend this to Mac owners is because Mac is the only type of computer that I myself will not touch. I have filled this thing up to about half it potential and when I do manage to full it up, I will write agian to let you know the outcome. ...
USB 2.0 cable
AC power adapter
Quick start guide
The drive comes in 3 capacities - but obviously, as per this review, I opted for the 500GB drive.
One reason for choosing the Seagate drive, is that they are one of the best producers of HardDrives on the market, that along with their 5 year warranty on the drive is a definate plus for me.
Getting it set up is very quick and easy, you dont need to be a techy to get this drive going. Under Windows XP ( which most people would be running these days ) its literally plug and play.
Connect the power cable, and power on.
Connect the USB2 cable, then connect the USB lead to your PC.
This drive is USB2 ( also known as high speed USB ) however, if you dont have USB2 ports on your PC, then no problem, as the drive is backward compatible, in that you can connect it to your standard ...
Advantages: Hi-Speed, Sturdyness, Look, Performace, Reliability, Silent Disadvantages: None in General. When being specific no On/Off Button
Seagate FreeAgent 500GB USB2.0 External Storage Drive
Bought this as a backup drive for my data and to play hi-definition movies using PS3 and it serves its purpose very well.
Fully compatible with Hi-Speed USB( USB 2.0) with speed of 480 Mbps. I was able to transfer 7.95 GB Blu-Ray movie in just 6 minutes.
It also has 8MB Cache for fast data transfer
A 7200 RPM Hard-disk is used and is completely noiseless. Front Light ( Long Bar shaped, Looks Nice :-) ) indicates read/write process.
Drive is powered on only when connected to usb irrespective its adaptor is switched on. This is a great feature.
Perfectly shaped and compact, light and very sturdy.
Disadvantage
Would be better if it had no external adaptor. Its slim though.
No On/Off switch.
Only 475 GB usable space. ( Not a "con" but wanted to ...
IBM System x introduces the EXP3000 500GB Dual Port HS SATA HDD. This new HDD provides dual port function using a state of the art interposer between the HDD and controller. This drive represents the next capacity point in the IBM System x family of SATA HDDs.
