Hard drives can be unpredictable.... this ones great!
Advantages very small, quiet, reliable, attractive, good length usb cable.
Disadvantages could be a bit sturdier for a portable - need to buy a case to go with it.
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I've owned this hard drive for around a year and it has been flawless.
Its a tiny drive (western digital's smallest portable drive ever according to their website!) it doesn't come with a case but i bought a caselogic one on amazon for about £6 which fits perfectly.Drives are unpredictable and do die easily compared to other electronics - thats why you find so many mixed reviews for each drive. Another drive i had died when dropped but so far this ones been a dream! Just plug in and go. Very small and lightweight and no failures!
I always back up twice on two different drives to minimize any risk of failure.The drive is very attractive looking and the plastic body has a quality feel. The drives pretty quiet when in use and i would say its about an average transfer speed.
Overall i would definitely recommend this drive but also suggest purchasing a case as well for an extra level of protection. It is a portable drive but i don't think it would survive much of a bashing!
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Sorry but there is not enough information or opinion in this review to make it helpful from the point of view of a consumer looking at making a purchase. If you update please leave a message in my guestbook and I will return to re-rate.
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