"I highly recommend this product."
Pros
I've recorded daily for the several months I've owned it without any problems
Cons
No cooling vents. Since (my understanding) overheating can be a problem with this type of device, I use an external fan when appropriate to prevent any potential problems in this regard. Also, no HDMI or S-Video ports.
Summary
This is a no-frills workhorse that has provided me with excellent results.