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G-Technology 250GB G-DRIVE mini Triple Interface Portable Hard Drive

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  • B&H # GTGDM4250X
  • Mfr# 0G00213

Product Highlights

  • FireWire-800
  • FireWire-400
  • USB 2.0
  • 7200rpm
  • FireWire Bus-Powered

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The 250GB G-DRIVE mini Triple Interface Portable Hard Drive from G-Technology is a high-capacity portable hard drive that features a rotation speed of 7200rpm, as well as FireWire-800, FireWire-400, and USB 2.0 connectivity.

The drive is housed in a durable aluminum external casing, featuring an impressive industrial design that will perfectly complement a MacBook Pro. The FireWire bus-powered drive features fanless cooling, and is perfectly suitable for Time Machine backups. It will also perform perfectly in imaging, video editing, or general storage applications.

250GB holds up to 18.75 hours of DV video, 53 DVD movies, or 62,500 MP3s
G-Technology exclusively uses SATA drives with 8MB cache in their enclosures, leaving no doubt that you will be receiving a quality drive
Connects via FireWire-800, FireWire-400, or USB 2.0
FireWire bus-powered for truly portable operation 1
Includes leather travel pouch
All cables are included
Compatible with Windows and Mac systems
Works with OS X Time Machine
Performance
Capacity 250GB
Interface 2x 9-Pin FireWire-800
1x USB 2.0
Drive Speed 7200rpm
Buffer 8MB
Average Seek Time Not Specified by Manufacturer
Sustained Data Transfer Rate Not Specified by Manufacturer
System Requirements Windows 2000, XP, Vista; Mac OS X 10.3.x
FireWire-800, FireWire-400, or USB 2.0 port
General
Mounting Portable
Power Requirements FireWire bus-powered; Requires AC power supply if connected via USB 2.0; AC power supply is not included
Environmental Requirements None
Dimensions (WxHxD) 3.2 x 0.875 x 5" (8.1 x 2.2 x 12.5cm)
Weight 0.55 lb (0.25kg)

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G-Technology250GB G-DRIVE mini Triple Interface Portable Hard Drive
 
4.2

(based on 5 reviews)

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of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Easy to use (4)
  • Compact (3)
  • Easy to set up (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Additional storage (3)
    • Back-up (3)
    • Photo storage (3)
    • Video (3)

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    4.0

    G Drives rock

    By The Deez

    from Sudbury, MA

    About Me Power user

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Attractive Design
    • Compact
    • Easy To Set Up
    • Easy to use

    Cons

    • No Power Switch

    Best Uses

    • Additional Storage
    • Backup
    • File Transfer
    • Photo Storage
    • Video

    Comments about G-Technology 250GB G-DRIVE mini Triple Interface Portable Hard Drive:

    These External Hard Drives are innexpensive for projects and work great for every new project that needs a good deal of memory especially if you have video on your card. They are a great tool for business and a back-up for any photo project.

    • Primary use:
    • Business

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    4.0

    I would suggest this product to others

    By Meg in Media

    from Washington DC

    About Me Casual user

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Additional Storage
        • Backup
        • Photo Storage
        • Video

        Comments about G-Technology 250GB G-DRIVE mini Triple Interface Portable Hard Drive:

        I use the product for my college media production class, its convienent and fills all the requirements my projects demand.

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        4.0

        Great Product

        By Jasmerrin

        from Philadelphia, PA

        About Me Power user

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Attractive Design
        • Compact
        • Easy To Set Up
        • Easy to use
        • High Capacity
        • Quiet

        Cons

        • Expensive

        Best Uses

        • Additional Storage
        • Backup
        • File Transfer
        • Photo Storage
        • Video

        Comments about G-Technology 250GB G-DRIVE mini Triple Interface Portable Hard Drive:

        Exactly what they say it is - a portable, easy to use external hard drive with lots of space, good durability and compatibility, and fast enough to run programs and files off of. Highly recommended.

        • Primary use:
        • Personal

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        5.0

        250GB G-DRIVE GREAT PRODUCT

        By duckhorn

        from Houston Texas

        About Me Quality Oriented

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Compact
        • Easy to Use
        • Fast

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Anywhere

          Comments about G-Technology 250GB G-DRIVE mini Triple Interface Portable Hard Drive:

          Small in size perfect for my desk. I hate clutter and this mini is perfect for picky people like me. I use superduper to back up with this G-Drive, buy nothing else large G-Drive or the mini you will be nothing but happy.

          • Primary use:
          • Business

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          4.0

          good for on the go!

          By Ron W

          from Bangor PA

          About Me Quality Oriented

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Easy To Set Up
          • Easy To Use
          • Fast

          Cons

            Best Uses

              Comments about G-Technology 250GB G-DRIVE mini Triple Interface Portable Hard Drive:

              I use this mini HD for storing video footage that has been taken with camera in the field so i dont use up all my HD space on computer. Have no problems with speed and is very reliable.

              • Primary use:
              • Personal

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              What's in the Box

              G-Technology 250GB G-DRIVE mini Triple Interface Portable Hard Drive
              • FireWire-800 Cable
              • FireWire-800 to FireWire-400 Cable
              • USB 2.0 Cable
              • Leather Carrying Case
              • Software CD-ROM with Manual
              • 3-Year Limited Warranty
               
               
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