Iomega 2TB Professional Desktop External Hard Drive
The 2TB Professional Desktop 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 via eSATA or USB 2.0 and an 8MB data buffer. A license for Iomega Protection Suite software for Windows is included, entitling you to download the robust backup software from the web.
- 3Gbps eSATA performs 6x faster than USB 2.0 or FireWire-400
- Award-winning EMC Retrospect and MozyHome software is included for professional-level backup and disaster recovery for all your critical data
- Compliant with eSATA standards
- Includes Iomega Never Down Software, letting you create a safety net for your system files with complete external backup of your operating system, applications, personal settings, and data
- eSATA PCI Card Required for eSATA connectivity
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| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 2TB |
| Interface |
1x eSATA 1x 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 |
PC Users: ·Pentium II-class or equivalent processor or higher ·Available USB connection (USB 2.0 host connection or controller for USB 2.0 speeds) ·Microsoft Windows Vista (all versions) / 2000 Professional / XP Home / XP Professional / XP Professional x64 ·eSATA PCI Card required (sold separately) for eSATA connectivity ·256MB RAM or more as required by operating system Mac Users: ·Mac PowerPC G3 or Intel Core Duo processor ·Mac OS X, version 10.2 or higher ·eSATA PCI Card required (sold separately) for eSATA connectivity ·Built-in USB connection (USB 2.0 host connection or controller for USB 2.0 speeds) ·128MB RAM or higher as required by operating system To View User's Manual: Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0, Firefox 1.0, Apple Safari 1.2 or higher browser |
| General | |
|---|---|
| Mounting | Desktop |
| Power Requirements | AC: 120VAC |
| Environmental Requirements | None |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 4.75 x 1.2 x 7.8" (12.1 x 3.1 x 19.9cm) |
| Weight | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 15 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (13)
- Large capacity / good size (13)
- Easy to setup (11)
- Quiet (11)
- Attractive (10)
Cons
Best Uses
- Additional storage (11)
- Back-up (11)
- Photo storage (10)
- Video (8)
- File transfer (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Power user (12), Casual user (3)
- Primary use:
- Personal (10), Business (5)
- Computer Platform:
- PC (5), Other (3)
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Pros
- Attractive Design
- Compact
- Easy To Setup
- Easy to use
- High Capacity
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Additional Storage
Comments about Iomega 2TB Professional Desktop External Hard Drive:
drive used with fios motorola dvr 7216; works very well with the dvr even with two concurrent recordings, to the drive, while watching another from the drive--the ultimate test of esata in this setting. with all that concurrent activity, I notice some lag with 10sec button, but not a show stopper by any means. great drive that works very well with the motorola 7216 and fios 1.9!
is quiet and surprisingly cool given the environment is not ideal, at this time. I check often because the drive is busy a lot and I have had it less than a month. feels good/solid.
looks good and is a nice size.
there is a larger/brighter than usual drive activity light. by the tv, not ideal light, but that is easily handled. otherwise, a no doubt activity indicator I wish my other drives had.
so far, the best drive I have used, and I have used many.
NOTE: I did not purchase the drive for the software--did not download, so no input therein.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Other
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy To Setup
- Easy to use
- High Capacity
- Portable
Cons
- Noisy
Best Uses
- Additional Storage
- Video
Comments about Iomega 2TB Professional Desktop External Hard Drive:
Bought it to add space to my FiOS DVR. Works great so far!
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Other
Pros
- Easy to use
- High Capacity
- Portable
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Backup
- File Transfer
- Photo Storage
Comments about Iomega 2TB Professional Desktop External Hard Drive:
I bought the first to backup a desk top computer before restoring to factory settings. Im now buying one for my lap top.
The factory software can be set to back up all files changed in the last hour, day week or what ever you choose and keep up to the last 10 revisions. The software is not in the box as the package says but with a little work can be found on the home site after your registration.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- PC
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy To Setup
- Easy to use
- High Capacity
- Portable
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Backup
- File Transfer
- Photo Storage
Comments about Iomega 2TB Professional Desktop External Hard Drive:
its fast has lots of space an it dsnt gets stuck
great for the price
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- PC
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Iomega 2TB Professional Desktop External Hard Drive:
used for verizon dvr storage
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Other
Pros
- Easy To Setup
- Easy to use
- High Capacity
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Additional Storage
- Backup
- Photo Storage
- Video
Comments about Iomega 2TB Professional Desktop External Hard Drive:
This is a SUPER drive. I use it for system and data backups, as well as srorage for files I want to keep, but that I don't want clogging up my internal hard drive. I have used the 1TB version of this drive for a couple of years and have been extremely satisfied, so I bought the 2TB version, and am just as happy. I hook them up eSata and the transfer speed is great - haven't tried hooking them up USB - no need to as long as I can use eSata.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- PC
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 2TB Professional Desktop External Hard Drive:
Using for backup. Worked great right out of the box with the eSata connection.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- PC
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy To Setup
- Easy to use
- High Capacity
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Additional Storage
- Backup
- Photo Storage
Comments about Iomega 2TB Professional Desktop External Hard Drive:
i uuse it as a backup for photographs amd programs
its not the fastest, but reliable
ihavent have it long , just a week , but so far so good
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- PC
Pros
- Easy To Setup
- Easy to use
- High Capacity
Cons
Best Uses
- Additional Storage
- Backup
- Video
Comments about Iomega 2TB Professional Desktop External Hard Drive:
Great Hard Drive to use to backup info and great for use it with the e-sata connection for video renders.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy to use
- High Capacity
- Portable
Cons
Best Uses
- Additional Storage
- Backup
- Photo Storage
Comments about Iomega 2TB Professional Desktop External Hard Drive:
Simple, fast, and efficient. Excellent sized hard drive for the price. Though it's intended for desktop use mostly, it's still small enough to pack in a computer bag.
And works with mac after partitioning.
Cables could be a little longer.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Compact
- Easy To Setup
- Easy to use
- High Capacity
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Additional Storage
- Backup
- File Transfer
- Photo Storage
- Video
Comments about Iomega 2TB Professional Desktop External Hard Drive:
I am using the drive to back up video projects that I have done for clients for future use.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- High Capacity
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Additional Storage
- Backup
- Photo Storage
- Video
Comments about Iomega 2TB Professional Desktop External Hard Drive:
I use the product to back up my music, photos and videos and find the external drives work well. Apart from reformatted the drive for a Mac initially (after reading the instruction booklet) the 3 drives Iomega drives have performed well.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Compact
- Easy To Setup
- Easy to use
- High Capacity
- Quiet
Cons
- Runs Hot
Best Uses
- Mobile storage
- Photo Storage
- Video
Comments about Iomega 2TB Professional Desktop External Hard Drive:
I have several Iomega drives of this type, which I used for on-location audio and video recording. I particularly like the small footprint and hard aluminum case. It has a dual interface - eSATA and USB2 - but eSATA is ideal for high resolution audio recording and editing. It is twice as fast as FW400, with trouble-free hot-swapping. There is no fan and these drives run on the hot side for continuous use. I have fan-cooled drive stacks for that purpose, and I can transfer data from the Iomega to those drives at up to 120 MB/s.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Recommended:
- eSATA laptop card
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 2TB Professional Desktop External Hard Drive:
Drive was a piece of cake to setup. Plenty of room for video collection/music collection + regular backup. It is pretty fast when connected via eSATA. I have no complaints, very solid construction. I've always had great luck with Iomega products. So far it's an A+ product
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Compact
- Easy To Setup
- Easy to use
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Additional Storage
- Backup
Comments about Iomega 2TB Professional Desktop External Hard Drive:
not as fast as advertised. (6x faster that usb 2.0)
about 3x faster for me.
supposed to be 2tb.
actual capacity is only 1.8tb
- Primary use:
- Business
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What's in the Box
- eSATA Cable
- USB Cable
- Power Adapter
- Quick Install Guide
- HTML User Manual and Help Files
- Iomega Protection Suite Software via Download Includes: Trend Micro Internet Security (12 months free via download), Iomega QuikProtect, MozyHome Online Backup Service (2GB Free)
- 3-Year Limited Warranty
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