Iomega 500GB Prestige SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive
Small enough to fit in a bag, purse, or pocket, the 500GB Prestige SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Portable External Hard Drive is a sleek, secure, high-capacity storage solution from Iomega. Outfitted with an extremely fast USB 3.0 interface, the drive features data transfer speeds at up to 5Gbps; however, if you don't have a USB 3.0 port, the drive is backwards compatible with a USB 2.0 port, using the included cable. You can also utilize one of Iomega's separately-sold USB 3.0 adapters. The drive is powered by its USB connection and it is formatted in NTFS. As such, it is plug-and-play ready for your Windows laptop but can be easily reformatted to work with your Mac.
To ensure that your data, photos, music, videos, or files are secure, the drive features Iomega's built-in Drop Shock technology, their built-in AES 256 bit encryption, and their downloadable protection software suite. With the encryption, you can be confident that your data will remain safe wherever you take the drive. In addition, the software suite allows you to easily back up your data online or on the drive. It also ensures that your online experience is safe and free from spyware or viruses. The built-in Drop Shock technology utilizes internal cushioning to protect your drive if it's dropped from a height of up to 36 inches. All told, Iomega's put together a sleek, portable external hard drive great for securely taking all of your files with you.
- Fast
- With USB 3.0 you can save your media to your external hard drive in a fraction of the time that USB 2.0 takes. A USB 3.0 computer is suggested for optimal performance from the drive
- Easy-to-Use
- Just in case you want to grow into a USB 3.0 computer, the drive is backwards compatible with USB 2.0 using the included USB cable
- Stylish and Durable
- The drive is housed in a sturdy metal construction and features built-in Drop Shock technology, which ensures that your drive will remain intact if dropped from a height of 36 inches
- Security
- AES 256-bit hardware encryption is built-in so you can secure your data at home, in the office, or at school
- Iomega Protection Software Suite
- The free downloadable suite includes Trend Micro Internet Security software, Iomega's QuikProtect Software, and MozyHome's Online Backup storage service
- You will receive a free one-year trial of Trend Micro Internet Security PRO's software which allows you to protect your home computer, your laptop, and your smart phone from spyware and viruses
- Iomega's QuikProtect software backs up your computer's data to external hard drives or a networked drive. You can also configure it to backup your data on a schedule or after every time a file changes
- Along with the other software, you will receive a free subscription to MozyHome that allows you to store up to 2GB of data online securely with encryption
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| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 500GB |
| Interface |
USB 3.0 Backwards compatible with USB 2.0 |
| Drive Speed | Not specified by the manufacturer |
| Buffer | 8MB or higher cache buffer |
| Average Seek Time | Not specified by the manufacturer |
| Maximum Data Rate | USB 3.0: Up to 5Gbps |
| Sustained Data Transfer Rate | Not specified by the manufacturer |
| System Requirements |
PC users: Built-in USB connection Requires USB 3.0 port or ExpressCard or PCIe slot for best performance Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional / Windows Vista (all versions) / XP Home / XP Professional / Windows 7 256MB RAM or more as required by operating system Mac Users: Mac OS X 10.4 to 10.6 or higher USB 2.0 speeds apply Must be reformatted for use with Mac 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 | Bus-powered |
| Environmental Requirements | Not specified by the manufacturer |
| Dimensions (LxWxH) | 4.54 x 3.0 x .55" / 11.5 x 7.6 x 1.4cm |
| Weight | 0.38 lbs / 0.17kg |
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Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy to use
- Portable
Cons
Best Uses
- Backup
- File Transfer
Comments about Iomega 500GB Prestige SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive:
iPod sized external drive... feels solid. Fast transfer rates, too.
Great price.
- Primary use:
- Personal
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What's in the Box
- USB 3.0/2.0 Cable
- Quick Start Guide
- Iomega Protection Suite Software (Via Download)
- 3-Year Warranty with Product Registration
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