Iomega 1TB Ego Desktop USB 2.0 External Hard Drive (Jet Black)
The 1TB Ego Desktop USB 2.0 External Hard Drive from Iomega is a high-capacity drive in a stylish external housing. The drive features an interface that allows it to be connected with USB 2.0, a rotation speed of 7200rpm, and an 8MB data buffer. The drive is an excellent storage solution for video editors, graphic designers, and other professionals.
- 1TB Capacity
- 1TB of capacity allows for storage of approximately 75 hours of uncompressed DV digital video, the equivalent of 212 4.7GB DVD video discs, or up to 250,000 MP3 files.
- USB 2.0 Interface
- The drive features a USB 2.0 interface, making it very easy to add to most computers.
- Hot Swappable
- The drive is hot swappable and plug and play, allowing you to connect and remove it from a computer without the need to reboot.
- Fast Rotation Speed
- The 7200rpm rotation speed helps increase drive performance, giving you fast access to your data.
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 1TB |
| Interface | 1x USB 2.0 |
| Drive Speed | 7200rpm |
| Buffer | 8MB |
| Average Seek Time | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Sustained Data Transfer Rate | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Drivers | |
|---|---|
| Supported | Not Required |
| Included | Not Required |
| System Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Mac |
Computer: Blue and White G3 or higher with integrated USB Operating System: Mac OS X 10.1-10.5 Memory: 128MB Drive must be reformatted as HFS+ for Mac compatibility |
| Windows |
Computer: Pentium II Operating System: Windows 2000 Pro, XP Home, XP Pro, Vista Memory: 256MB |
| Hardware | USB 2.0 port (for USB 2.0 data transfer) |
| General | |
|---|---|
| Mounting | Desktop |
| Power Requirements |
AC: 90-264VAC DC: 12VDC, ±5% |
| Environmental Requirements | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 5 x 1.7 x 8.1" (12.7 x 4.2 x 20.6cm) |
| Weight | 2.4 lb (1.1kg) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 7 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Attractive (6)
- Easy to setup (6)
- Easy to use (6)
- Large capacity / good size (6)
- Quiet (6)
Cons
Best Uses
- Additional storage (6)
- Photo storage (6)
- Video (5)
- Back-up (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual user (3), Power user (3)
- Primary use:
- Personal (5)
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Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy To Setup
- Easy to use
- High Capacity
- Portable
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Additional Storage
- Photo Storage
- Video
Comments about Iomega 1TB Ego Desktop USB 2.0 External Hard Drive (Jet Black):
The iomega 1T external hard drive is better than I expected. Easy to set up and use. Wakes up quickly and data transfer is uninterupted. GREAT product!
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy To Setup
- Easy to use
- High Capacity
- Portable
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Additional Storage
- Backup
- Photo Storage
- Video
Comments about Iomega 1TB Ego Desktop USB 2.0 External Hard Drive (Jet Black):
So far, it's been fantastic, more room than even I can imagine filling up..but if I know me...
I would recommend it to anyone, it's nice looking, simple and plug and play.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy To Setup
- Easy to use
- High Capacity
- Portable
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Additional Storage
- Photo Storage
- Video
Comments about Iomega 1TB Ego Desktop USB 2.0 External Hard Drive (Jet Black):
great looks lots of space
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy To Setup
- Easy to use
- High Capacity
- Portable
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Additional Storage
- Backup
- File Transfer
- Photo Storage
- Video
Comments about Iomega 1TB Ego Desktop USB 2.0 External Hard Drive (Jet Black):
Using this as back up drive to take video footage for television show/editing. Compact, sleek design. Only had it a week, so far, great. Thanks BH!
- Primary use:
- Business
- Recommended:
- Mac Book, IMac
- Similar:
- G Tech 1T and 2T
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Compact
- Easy To Setup
- Easy to use
- High Capacity
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Additional Storage
- Backup
- Photo Storage
Comments about Iomega 1TB Ego Desktop USB 2.0 External Hard Drive (Jet Black):
Very easy to set up, works great on my Win7 machine.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Comments about Iomega 1TB Ego Desktop USB 2.0 External Hard Drive (Jet Black):
Use to backup files. Lots of space, which we love, and it's attractive. Haven't had hard drive for very long, but like the product thus far.
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy To Setup
- Easy to use
- High Capacity
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Additional Storage
- Backup
- File Transfer
- Photo Storage
- Video
Comments about Iomega 1TB Ego Desktop USB 2.0 External Hard Drive (Jet Black):
This is a pretty straight forward product...works great so far.
- Primary use:
- Personal
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What's in the Box
- USB Cable
- Power Cable
- Quick Install Guide
- 3-Year Limited Warranty
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