Reviewed on October 27, 2008The D-Link Xtreme N Dual Band Gigabit Router DIR-825 is a stable performer with great features and an excellent Web interface. The outdated and bulky design, relatively short range, and merely average throughput, however, lessen its appeal.TAGS:D-Link Systems, router, USB port, frequency, external hard drive, hard drive
Reviewed on February 20, 2009While other external hard drives offer built-in backup software, automatic data encryption, or rugged casing protection, the Transcend StoreJet 25F only promises, and delivers, the fastest data transfers at the lowest price. The missing FireWire prevents us from giving this Transcend an Editors' Choice award, but we still highly recommend this drive to storage hounds who don't mind USB 2.0.TAGS:gigabyte, megabyte, Seagate FreeAgent, external hard drive, ThinkPad, Lenovo, Seagate Technology, hard drive, Microsoft Windows
Reviewed on September 26, 2008The Seagate FreeAgent Go is our favorite portable hard drive to date and takes our award for Editors' Choice. The drive is well designed and fast, and you won't find a better value for the price.TAGS:Seagate FreeAgent, Seagate Technology, external hard drive, USB 2.0, USB, hard drive
Reviewed on June 15, 2006The Western Digital MyBook Essential Edition external hard drive is a slightly pared-down version of the MyBook Premium Edition. It's a good option if you need additional storage without backup software.TAGS:Western Digital, external hard drive, hard drive
Reviewed on July 1, 2009A 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.TAGS:Seagate Technology, Iomega Corp., backup software, FireWire, USB 2.0, Acronis, backup, external hard drive, Apple Mac OS, Apple Macintosh, USB, hard drive, CD, Microsoft Windows
Reviewed on November 5, 2008The Iomega StorCenter ix2 is a two-drive NAS device that offers Bluetooth support but no remote access via the Web. We don't like the fact that you can't access its two hard drives, but it still holds appeal for novice users looking for a dead simple NAS drive.TAGS:NAS server, NAS, Iomega Corp., external hard drive, NTFS, Bluetooth, hard drive, server, backup
Reviewed on August 14, 2008The Western Digital My Book Mirror Edition is a compelling choice for an external drive, delivering excellent value, good performance, and two hard drives for added data security. For anyone looking for an external USB 2.0 drive, the My Book Mirror belongs on your shortlist.TAGS:Western Digital, USB 2.0, capacity, FireWire, external hard drive, USB, hard drive
Reviewed on August 13, 2008Made from bamboo and recycled aluminum, the SimpleTech (Re)Drive is the most environmentally friendly external hard drive we've tested. It works well as a USB 2.0-only storage device and offers a unique ownership experience.TAGS:SimpleTech Inc., external hard drive, USB 2.0, USB, hard drive, Apple Macintosh, CD, Microsoft Windows
Reviewed on June 27, 2008The HP Media Vault MV2120 is a two-bay NAS drive that novice networkers will find simple to set up and use. While it offers flexible expansion options with a free internal drive bay and two USB ports, the intrusive Media Vault software and lack of a print server dampen our enthusiasm a bit.TAGS:NAS, external hard drive, USB port, HP, hard drive, server, operating system
Reviewed on September 30, 2009The Hitachi SimpleTough is by far the most indestructible external hard drive we've tested, capable of surviving drops of up to 10 feet and up to one ton of pressure. With a built-in USB cable, two-tiered data security package, and an impressive three-year warranty, we have no issue recommending this external hard drive to shoppers looking for space and security.TAGS:Hitachi Ltd., gigabyte, digital content, Iomega Corp., external hard drive, backup, USB 2.0, USB, hard drive, Apple Macintosh
Reviewed on June 15, 2006The Western Digital MyBook Essential Edition external hard drive is a slightly pared-down version of the MyBook Premium Edition. It's a good option if you need additional storage without backup software.TAGS:Western Digital, external hard drive, hard drive
Reviewed on November 5, 2008The Iomega StorCenter ix2 is a two-drive NAS device that offers Bluetooth support but no remote access via the Web. We don't like the fact that you can't access its two hard drives, but it still holds appeal for novice users looking for a dead simple NAS drive.TAGS:NAS server, NAS, Iomega Corp., external hard drive, NTFS, Bluetooth, hard drive, server, backup