Buffalo 2TB DriveStation Combo 4 External Hard Drive
The 2TB DriveStation Combo 4 External Hard Drive from Buffalo is a high-capacity drive with an interface that allows it to be connected via eSATA, FireWire, or USB. AutoBackup software by Memeo is included, allowing you to use the drive for backup. The drive is an excellent solution for video editing, high-resolution imaging, data backup or general storage.
- 2TB holds up to 150 hours of DV video, 425 DVD movies, or 500,000 MP3s
- Connects via eSATA, FireWire-800, FireWire-400, or USB 2.0
- TurboUSB boosts USB transfer speeds by up to 37%
- Includes Memeo AutoBackup software for Windows
- Silent cooling for quiet operation
| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 2TB |
| Interface |
1x USB 2.0 (Mini-B) 1x 6-Pin FireWire-400 2x 9-Pin FireWire-800 1x eSATA |
| Drive Speed | 7200rpm |
| Buffer | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| 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 | Mac OS X |
| Windows | Windows 2000, XP, Vista |
| Hardware | eSATA, FireWire-400, FireWire-800, or USB 2.0 port |
| General | |
|---|---|
| Mounting | Desktop |
| Power Requirements |
AC: 100-240VAC, 50/60Hz Consumption: 17W |
| Environmental Requirements |
Operating Temperature: 41-95°F (5-35°C) Humidity: 20-80%, non-condensing |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 1.5 x 5 x 9" (3.8 x 12.7 x 22.9cm) |
| Weight | 3.2 lb (1.5kg) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 10 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
89%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to set up (7)
- Large capacity / good size (7)
- Easy to use (6)
- Quiet (6)
- Compact (4)
Cons
Best Uses
- Back-up (7)
- Additional storage (6)
- Photo storage (5)
- Video (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Power user (6)
- Primary use:
- Business (5), Personal (4)
- Computer Platform:
- Mac (3)
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Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy to use
- High Capacity
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Additional Storage
- Backup
- Photo Storage
- Video
Comments about Buffalo 2TB DriveStation Combo 4 External Hard Drive:
The drive worked great with my Mac (OS X Lion 10.7.3). I connected it up via the Firewire 800 port. No issues. Why did I choose this drive? I have a MacBook Pro with an external 32" Dell Monitor. My Thunderbolt connection is dedicated to my Dell Monitor. So I thought I would take advantage of the rarely used Firewire port. This would leave my two often used (and slower) USB2 ports free.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Compact
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy to use
- High Capacity
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Additional Storage
- Backup
- Photo Storage
- Video
Comments about Buffalo 2TB DriveStation Combo 4 External Hard Drive:
Drive seems fine. I am able to store, capture and edit video as I intended.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- PC
Pros
- Easy to use
Cons
Best Uses
- Additional Storage
Comments about Buffalo 2TB DriveStation Combo 4 External Hard Drive:
This hard drive is a real buffalo!
more than the great speed in data transfer, has multiple ports to increase their power.
Its simple, powerfull and really usefull.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- Multimedia
Comments about Buffalo 2TB DriveStation Combo 4 External Hard Drive:
I have used this product since January, multiple times.
Great storage space for the price.
Having an on/off switch is great.
Easy to setup.
Easy to use.
Will be purchasing more in the future.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy to use
- High Capacity
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Additional Storage
- Backup
Comments about Buffalo 2TB DriveStation Combo 4 External Hard Drive:
This drive is large and offers 4 different input selections (e-sata, firewire 400 and 800, and usb 2.0. It is proving to be reliable for an image backup of the boot drive, including regular updating of the image. The firewire 400 connection was occasionally less reliable (would drop out - I would have to reboot to get it back). I switched to usb and that has been OK. I also reformatted it to NTSF which accomodates larger files.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- Additional Storage
- Backup
- File Transfer
- Photo Storage
Comments about Buffalo 2TB DriveStation Combo 4 External Hard Drive:
I use it for video editing.
Pros:
- Great to get an extra firewire connection
- Good price/performance in regards to capacity
- Fan is quiet
- Many connection types
- Has an on/off button
Cons
- Noisy when reading/writing data
- Slightly worse performance than my bus powered Lacie rugged 7200 rpm 500 GB
- Designed to only stand straight up, can't really be laid flat
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Compact
- Easy To Set Up
- High Capacity
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Additional Storage
Comments about Buffalo 2TB DriveStation Combo 4 External Hard Drive:
was not happy with WD drives I had purchased in past, this drive has a more "industrial" feel. More compact, about half the size of WD...
Pros
- Easy To Set Up
- High Capacity
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Backup
- Photo Storage
Comments about Buffalo 2TB DriveStation Combo 4 External Hard Drive:
Used to backup 2 internal hard drives, using Firewire 800 daisy chained from another external drive. Easy setup with good performance.
- Primary use:
- Personal
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Compact
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy to use
- High Capacity
- Quiet
Cons
Best Uses
- Backup
- Photo Storage
- Video
Comments about Buffalo 2TB DriveStation Combo 4 External Hard Drive:
I bought this 2TB Buffalo External Drive a few weeks ago to use with my iMac for Time Machine backup, and it has performed flawlessly. I hooked it up via USB 400 and instructed Time Macnine to start using it and it just did its thing. No fuss. [...] The majority of my files are professional photos for my photography business.
- Primary use:
- Business
Pros
- Compact
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy to use
- High Capacity
Cons
Best Uses
- Backup
Comments about Buffalo 2TB DriveStation Combo 4 External Hard Drive:
I reformatted this drive to NTFS, and attached it and a twin to a Dell server running Windows2003Server via USB. It is working great, so far. The power supply brick is compact and only occupies one space on the power strip.
- Primary use:
- Business
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What's in the Box
- Power Cord
- USB Cable
- eSATA Cable
- 6-Pin to 6-Pin FireWire-400 Cable
- 6-Pin to 4-Pin FireWire-400 Cable
- FireWire-800 Cable
- Software CD-ROM
- Quick Setup Guide
- 1-Year Limited Warranty
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