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| Price | $257.99 | $99.95 to $214.85 | $388.99 | $108.99 to $159.99 | $126.00 to $149.99 |
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| The Bottom Line | The Seagate FreeAgent Pro external hard drive is an elegant workaround for users who are intimidated by NAS drives. The bundled software is simple to use and makes copying your data to various location a cinch. We really like this external hard drive. | 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. | 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. | |
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| Buffer Size | Info unavailable | 16 MB | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable |
| Spindle Speed | 7200 rpm | Info unavailable | 7200 rpm | 5400 rpm | Info unavailable |
| Type | Hard 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 Required | Microsoft Windows Vista Apple MacOS X 10.3.9 or later Apple MacOS X 10.4.6 or later Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition Microsoft Windows XP Professional Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional | Microsoft Windows XP Microsoft Windows 2000 Microsoft Windows Vista Apple MacOS X 10.4.8 or later | 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 | Apple MacOS X 10.1 or later Microsoft Windows Vista / XP Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional |
| Environmental Standards | Info unavailable | Yes | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable |
| Vista Certification | Works with Windows Vista | Works with Windows Vista | Info unavailable | Compatible with Windows 7 | Info unavailable |
| Enclosure Color | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Black | Info unavailable | Ruby red |
| Data Transfer Rate | Info unavailable | 480 Mbps | Info unavailable | 480 Mbps | Info unavailable |
| Localization | Info unavailable | United States | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable |
| Weight | Info unavailable | 2.5 lbs | 3.1 lbs | 5.6 oz | 8 oz |
| Manufacturer Warranty | 5 years warranty | 1 year warranty | 5 years warranty | 5 years warranty | 3 years warranty |
| Storage Controller | None | Info unavailable | None External - USB 2.0|FireWire 400|eSATA | None | None |
| Capacity | 500 GB | 1 TB | 1 TB | 500 GB | 500 GB |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 1.4 in x 6.3 in x 7.5 in | 2.1 in x 5.4 in x 6.5 in | 1.3 in x 6.8 in x 6.9 in | 3.1 in x 5.1 in x 0.5 in | 3.5 in x 5.6 in x 0.6 in |
| Power Source | Included AC adapter | Included AC adapter | Included AC adapter | USB bus | USB bus FireWire bus |
| Product Description | FreeAgent Pro - Hard drive - 500 GB - IEEE 1394 (FireWire) / Hi-Speed USB / eSATA-300 | My Book Essential Edition 2.0 WDH1U10000 - Hard drive - 1 TB - 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 | Iomega eGo Portable Mac Edition - Hard drive - 500 GB - IEEE 1394b (FireWire 800) / IEEE1394 (FireWire) / Hi-Speed USB |
| Interface Type | IEEE 1394 (FireWire) / Hi-Speed USB / eSATA-300 | Hi-Speed USB | IEEE 1394 (FireWire) / Hi-Speed USB / eSATA-300 | Hi-Speed USB | IEEE 1394b (FireWire 800) / IEEE1394 (FireWire) / Hi-Speed USB |
| Form Factor | 3.5" | Info unavailable | 3.5" | 2.5" | Info unavailable |
| Voltage Required | Info unavailable | AC 120/230 V | Info unavailable | Info unavailable | Info unavailable |
| Full specifications | Full specifications | Full specifications | Full specifications | Full specifications | Full specifications |
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