Reviewed on May 5, 2010Though other external hard drives offer a preset menu of ports, the Seagate FreeAgent GoFlex cuts costs by letting you pick from a buffet of "personality cables" so that you buy only the connections that suit your system profile. We applaud Seagate for making data backups easier than ever, and recommend the FreeAgent GoFlex external hard drive for extra data storage now and easy upgrades in the future.TAGS:Seagate Technology, Seagate FreeAgent, USB 2.0, FireWire, external hard drive, Apple Macintosh, USB, NTFS, Apple Mac OS, hard drive, connection, Microsoft Windows
Reviewed on June 22, 2009Mac 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.TAGS:Iomega Corp., Iomega eGo, EMC Corp., FireWire, USB 2.0, Apple Macintosh, design, USB, backup, Microsoft Windows, hard drive, Microsoft Windows XP
Reviewed on June 30, 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, FireWire, Iomega Corp., backup software, USB 2.0, Acronis, external hard drive, backup, Apple Macintosh, USB, Apple Mac OS, hard drive, CD, Microsoft Windows
Reviewed on August 29, 2010In the latest version of its eGo Portable Mac Edition, Iomega adds dual FireWire 800 ports, USB 2.0, and a durable Drop Guard Xtreme band that shields the drive from the impact of falls (up to 7 feet). Also, Iomega made the drive even more affordable than the previous version. With its included array of data protection software, the Iomega Ego BlackBelt Mac Edition hard drive is sure to meet your storage needs.TAGS:Iomega Corp., Iomega eGo, FireWire, USB 2.0, protection, USB, Apple Macintosh, hard drive, Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Windows
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 June 22, 2009Mac 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.TAGS:Iomega Corp., Iomega eGo, EMC Corp., FireWire, USB 2.0, Apple Macintosh, design, USB, backup, Microsoft Windows, hard drive, Microsoft Windows XP
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, external hard drive, FireWire, USB, hard drive
Reviewed on April 26, 2007The 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.TAGS:Seagate Technology, Seagate FreeAgent, Memeo, base, capacity, backup, USB, FireWire, hard drive, router, server, PC