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Iomega External Black Series Triple Interface Hard Drive (400GB) comparison

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Price Check Prices Check Prices $126.00 to $149.99 $233.99 $108.99 to $149.99
CNET editors' rating
Average user rating 0 stars 0 stars
Release date December 01, 2004 March 08, 2006
The Bottom Line Iomega's external hard drive has gobs of room and is an excellent choice for FireWire 400 and 800 users, but its USB performance is disappointing. If write speed isn't a top priority, the Western Digital MyBook is a good deal at around $300 for a 500GB drive. It'll look good on your desk or bookshelf, too. Mac and PC users alike will appreciate the Iomega eGo Portable's triple interface connectivity that lets you choose from USB 2.0, FireWire 400, and FireWire 800. Combined with a rugged enclosure, free data protection software, and a robust three-year warranty, this drive is a great example of well-rounded hardware. We thoroughly recommend it both for average consumer as well as data-hounds on a budget. The Seagate FreeAgent Xtreme offers three interface options, a useful software bundle, and a lengthy warranty for a fair price. We like this direct-attach external drive. A sexy, slim design and backup software set make a compelling argument for the Seagate BlackArmor PS 110 external hard drive. We like the unique Try and Decide feature preloaded on the drive, and the throughput speed scores stomp the competition. Shoppers on a strict budget should look into the Fujitsu Handydrive for the best cost per gigabyte, but the BlackArmor PS 110 offers many extra features for just a few more dollars more.
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Features
Buffer Size2 MB
16 MB
Info unavailableInfo unavailableInfo unavailable
Spindle Speed7200 rpm
7200 rpm
Info unavailable7200 rpm
5400 rpm
TypeHard drive - External hard drive
Hard drive - External hard drive
Hard drive - External hard drive
Hard drive - External hard drive
Hard drive - External hard drive
OS RequiredMicrosoft Windows 98
Apple MacOS X or later
Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition
Microsoft Windows XP Professional
Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional
Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition / Windows ME
Microsoft Windows XP
Microsoft Windows 2000
Apple MacOS X 10.2.8 or later
Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition
Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition
Apple MacOS X 10.1 or later
Microsoft Windows Vista / XP
Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional
Microsoft Windows Vista Business SP1
Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate SP1
Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition SP2
Microsoft Windows XP Professional SP2
Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic SP1
Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium SP1
Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition SP2
Microsoft Windows Vista Business SP1
Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition SP2
Microsoft Windows XP Professional SP2
Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic SP1
Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium SP1
Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition SP2
Vista CertificationInfo unavailableWorks with Windows Vista
Info unavailableInfo unavailableCompatible with Windows 7
Enclosure ColorInfo unavailableInfo unavailableRuby red
Black
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Data Transfer RateInfo unavailableInfo unavailableInfo unavailableInfo unavailable480 Mbps
Weight2.6 lbs
2.9 lbs
8 oz
3.1 lbs
5.6 oz
Average Seek TimeInfo unavailable8.9 ms
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Manufacturer Warranty1 year warranty
1 year warranty
3 years warranty
5 years warranty
5 years warranty
Storage ControllerNone
Info unavailableNone
None External - USB 2.0|FireWire 400|eSATA
None
Capacity400 GB
500 GB
500 GB
1 TB
500 GB
Dimensions (WxDxH)4.8 in x 7.8 in x 1.6 in
2.2 in x 5.6 in x 6.8 in
3.5 in x 5.6 in x 0.6 in
1.3 in x 6.8 in x 6.9 in
3.1 in x 5.1 in x 0.5 in
Power SourceInfo unavailableIncluded AC adapter
USB bus
FireWire bus
Included AC adapter
USB bus
Product DescriptionIomega HDD External Hard Drive FireWire 800/FireWire 400/USB - Hard drive - 400 GB - IEEE 1394b (FireWire 800) / IEEE1394 (FireWire) / Hi-Speed USB
My Book Premium Edition WDG1C5000 - Hard drive - 500 GB - IEEE 1394 (FireWire) / Hi-Speed USB
Iomega eGo Portable Mac Edition - Hard drive - 500 GB - IEEE 1394b (FireWire 800) / IEEE1394 (FireWire) / Hi-Speed USB
FreeAgent XTreme - Hard drive - 1 TB - IEEE 1394 (FireWire) / Hi-Speed USB / eSATA-300
Maxtor BlackArmor PS 110 - Hard drive - 500 GB - Hi-Speed USB
Interface TypeIEEE 1394b (FireWire 800) / IEEE1394 (FireWire) / Hi-Speed USB
IEEE 1394 (FireWire) / Hi-Speed USB
IEEE 1394b (FireWire 800) / IEEE1394 (FireWire) / Hi-Speed USB
IEEE 1394 (FireWire) / Hi-Speed USB / eSATA-300
Hi-Speed USB
Form FactorInfo unavailableInfo unavailableInfo unavailable3.5"
2.5"
Voltage RequiredInfo unavailableAC 120/230 V
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