Iomega 1TB eGo Midnight Blue Desktop Hard Drive
The 1TB eGo Midnight Blue 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 Midnight Blue 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.
- Plug and Play design makes the drive very easy to use
- Iomega Protection Suite includes a 1-year subscription to Trend Micro Internet Security, as well as Iomega QuikProtect, EMC Retrospect Express Backup software, and MozyHome Online Backup Service to protect your data and your computer. All software is available via download
- USB 2.0 interface
- NTFS formatted for Windows compatibility
- Can easily be reformatted for use with Mac OS X
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| 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 |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 14 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to install (13)
- Highly compatible (11)
- Quiet (10)
- Fast (8)
- Reliable (8)
Cons
Best Uses
- Reviewer Profile:
- Frequent user (7), Heavy duty user (4)
- Primary use:
- Personal (10), Business (3)
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Pros
- Easy To Install
- Fast
- Highly Compatible
- Quiet
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Iomega 1TB eGo Midnight Blue Desktop Hard Drive:
I use the Iomega drive with Time Machine on my Mac. It was very easy to setup and format. So far it has worked without any issues.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Easy To Collaborate Across Programs
- Easy to Customize
- Easy to Navigate
- Versatile
Cons
Best Uses
- Multimedia
Comments about Iomega 1TB eGo Midnight Blue Desktop Hard Drive:
Very easy to set up and use. No problems taking all of my pics, docs, & music that were cluttering up my desktop and laptop and putting them into the eGo, drag & drop...! Forced me into organizing everything a little better. Great price, fast service, and really couldn't be happier.
- Computer Platform:
- PC
Pros
- Easy To Install
- Fast
- Highly Compatible
- Quiet
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- High-End Multimedia
Comments about Iomega 1TB eGo Midnight Blue Desktop Hard Drive:
I do multi cam recording on some projects with schools, churches and sports activities, and the eGo 1TB hard drive is absolutely a big plus. Before I'd be bombarded with labeling tapes and batch capturing. I use 3 PD-170s for my projects. By connecting the 1TB eGo to my laptop with Adobe On Location installed, I can work on my projects in a flash. Cuts my post production time in more than half.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Easy To Install
- Fast
- Highly Compatible
- Quiet
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Backup storage
Comments about Iomega 1TB eGo Midnight Blue Desktop Hard Drive:
Just got it and reformatted it for Mac. Did our first backup on Time Machine and it seems to be working fine.
The only thing is the step-by-step reformatting instructions left out one click in applying the settings, which I guess is pretty obvious.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Easy To Install
- Fast
- Highly Compatible
- Quiet
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Iomega 1TB eGo Midnight Blue Desktop Hard Drive:
I plugged this into an HP running Windows 7 and it was recognized immediately, installed and ready to use in under 30 seconds. I knew it came with a backup software suite, but I was unaware that it also came with a 1 year subscription to Trend Micro Internet Security. So, even though the price was great without the software or antivirus, it was even better with it. Highly recommended.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Easy To Install
- Highly Compatible
- Quiet
- Reliable
Cons
- Short USB and power cords
Best Uses
- Security backup of photos
Comments about Iomega 1TB eGo Midnight Blue Desktop Hard Drive:
I bought this desktop hard drive to back up my photos, videos and music. I don't plan to download any of the trial programs and am not doing scheduled backups--only occasional ones. This hard drive is just what I found in reviews--not really fast but not extremely slow either. It plugged and played in my XP Pro desktop and my vista Home Prem. laptop. I was able to exchange photos between the computers. [...] I LOVE the color. It stands up in the holder or lays flat so is very easily put anywhere. The reviews are correct that the USB and the power cords are a bit too short, but it's so small it can go most anywhere so that's not a problem for me. I'm glad I got it[...]
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Easy To Install
- Fast
- Highly Compatible
- Quiet
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Iomega 1TB eGo Midnight Blue Desktop Hard Drive:
I use it for store m'y photos
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Easy To Install
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Iomega 1TB eGo Midnight Blue Desktop Hard Drive:
No problems -time will be the test as to whether these units will hold up - good price, I bought two to use as long term off-line storage.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Easy To Install
- Highly Compatible
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Iomega 1TB eGo Midnight Blue Desktop Hard Drive:
This is used as a back up on my Mac Mini. So far so good. Time Machine is the way I use it on the Mac. I unplug and put in safe place when on vacation. B&H did a great job on the price [...]
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Easy To Install
- Highly Compatible
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Iomega 1TB eGo Midnight Blue Desktop Hard Drive:
The drive is used for weekly backups. It was super easy to install, just plug and play. The only thing I don't like about it is that it doesn't shut down when the system shuts down. You have to manually turn it off.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Easy To Install
- Highly Compatible
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Iomega 1TB eGo Midnight Blue Desktop Hard Drive:
i used this with my imac and in the instructions it has you reformat the drive, i thought oh fun i'm not a computer wiz, but plugged it in and it was super easy to install and have up and running in no time. very easy to use and i now have a complete back up of everything on the computer. hopefully i will never have to use it to its full capabilities, but its there just in case. i have already recommended to friends and will continue.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Easy To Install
- Fast
- Good supplier
- Highly Compatible
- Quiet
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- High-End Multimedia
Comments about Iomega 1TB eGo Midnight Blue Desktop Hard Drive:
Our installation used "Greeen" internal hard drives in a separate case for portable backup. The green drives (have about the same power consumption) only work for a short time and then fail from bad sectors.The Iomega installed easily since it only needed plugged in and special formatting. A good product[...].
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Easy To Install
- Fast
- Quiet
- Runs Cool
- Stylish
Cons
Best Uses
- Backup storage
Comments about Iomega 1TB eGo Midnight Blue Desktop Hard Drive:
Out of the box, it works. Just hooked it up and bang, it was up and running. The only impedance was getting my Mac to read/write to the NTFS formatted drive. It could see it and read the contents, just couldn't save files to it.Have no fear: NTFS-3G [...] worked like a charm. Just download and install on your Mac. Connect the drive and bang, it now worked!It is unbelievably quiet and has a nice little activity light on the side. The one I have is a bright blue. Beautiful on the desktop, but does seem to scuff easy. But this baby takes the data and keeps on taking it. Seems to be no end in sight. Never knew how much storage 1TB was till now.So far so good, only been a few weeks and have consolidated my various other drives to this one. I feel confident that it will last. No issues so far. My only wish is that you could find a hybrid firewire/usb drive for the same price. Now that would be fantastic!
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Easy To Install
- Fast
- Highly Compatible
- Quiet
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Iomega 1TB eGo Midnight Blue Desktop Hard Drive:
I have this hooked up to my personal computer and use it with an automatic backup. Works like a charm!Only downer is that the usb cord is too short and had to place this on my desk, but it is so quiet I forget it's even there
- Primary use:
- Personal
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