The 1TB eGo Jet Black Desktop Hard Drive from Iomega is USB 2.0 hard drive, ideal for desktop use. The drive features a stunning design highlighted by a perforated facade and Iomega's Jet Black color scheme.
The Iomega Protection Suite, which is available via download, includes a 1-year subscription to Trend Micro Internet Security, as well as EMC Retrospect Express Backup software, Iomega QuikProtect, and access to the MozyHome Online Backup service. The drive is compatible with Windows and Mac computer systems.
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 1TB |
| Interface | USB 2.0 |
| Drive Speed | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Buffer | ≥ 8MB |
| Average Seek Time | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Sustained Data Transfer Rate | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| System Requirements |
Computer: Pentium II; PowerPC G3; Intel Core Duo Mac Operating System: Windows 2000, XP, Vista, 7; Mac OS X 10.1-10.5 Memory: 256MB (Windows); 128MB (Mac) Hardware: USB 2.0 port |
| General | |
|---|---|
| Mounting | Desktop |
| Power Requirements | AC: 120VAC |
| Environmental Requirements | None |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 5 x 1.7 x 8.1" (12.7 x 4.2 x 20.6cm) |
| Weight | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
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Comments about Iomega 1TB eGo Jet Black Desktop Hard Drive:
I partitioned this drive and formatted it for a Msc, and use one partition as the time machine drive and the other for miscellaneous copies and storage. It works perfectly. I appreciate the on/off switch so that I can shut it off before unplugging it.
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I use this external backup drive to back up my vital work files. It is faster than the other drives I have tried and very easy to use. I don't use any special software, just Windows copy and paste function. I reformatted the drive as soon as I received it because I read that doing so best prevents drive crashes in the future (shipping misaligns the heads). I have only used it for a few days so I can't vouch for its reliability or longevity, which is why I did not give it 5 stars yet. However, my research found Iomega rated above most competitors for reliability and so far it hasn't disappointed. Only two negatives so far: one, its stick-on type of plastic feet fall off easily. Two: there is no light in the front to indicate when it is copying or even turned on, so I faced the back with its light towards me. No big deal except now I have the wires jutting out into my workspace instead of hidden behind the unit.
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Comments about Iomega 1TB eGo Jet Black Desktop Hard Drive:
Awesome price, product seems like it is built to last. No issues running on windows or linux, got what I was anticipating
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Comments about Iomega 1TB eGo Jet Black Desktop Hard Drive:
Very well built.
Installs easely.
Reliable.
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Comments about Iomega 1TB eGo Jet Black Desktop Hard Drive:
Hard drive runs quietly and is very efficient. 1TB holds all of my backups, videos and photos. Looks great as well. Money well spent.
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The product was not compatible with our network, so we returned it. [...]
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Comments about Iomega 1TB eGo Jet Black Desktop Hard Drive:
Just plugged in the USB connector and was up and running. Easy to schedule backups - first one took 4 hours for an 80 GB drive, second time less than 2 hours.
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Comments about Iomega 1TB eGo Jet Black Desktop Hard Drive:
I purchased this product as a Christmas gift to my parents. They had been experiencing storage space on their home computer and I said they needed to get an external drive to free up some internal drive space. When I showed them how to use it they couldn't believe how easy it was. Plug it in and start copying files.
Among the ease of installation, the price was great.
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I got this to backup my files on my Mac for home use. Reformatting to the mac was quick and easy by following the included instructions. No complaints.
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