Buffalo 3TB DriveStation Axis USB 3.0 External Hard Drive HD-LBU3
The Buffalo 3TB DriveStation Axis USB 3.0 Hard Drive HD-LBU3 is a sleek, easy-to-use external hard drive perfect for backing up your computer or storing extra data. Compatible with almost any Mac or PC computer, it features a storage capacity of 3TB and is outfitted with a USB 3.0 interface that boasts transfer data speeds of up to 5 Gbps. In addition, the drive is backwards compatible with USB 2.0, in case you don't have a USB 3.0 port on your desktop or laptop computer. Because it is designed to conveniently fit in the space around your computer, you can position the drive upright or on its side without affecting its performance. Along with the drive, you will find the built-in TurboPC Utility software and Buffalo Tools software suite that allows you to get the most from your drive.*
Note! * TurboPC Utility software and Buffalo Tools software only for Windows operating systems.
- SuperSpeed USB 3.0
- Provides accelerated file access and interface speeds up to 5 Gbps
- Compatible with USB 2.0 and 3.0
- Support for legacy USB 2.0 and SuperSpeed 3.0
- Adaptable Positioning
- Product designed to be positioned horizontally or vertically for ultimate flexibility and versatility in any environment
- Connect & Go
- Preformatted hard drive is ready to use out of the box - no formatting or installation required; simply plug it into your USB port
- Works with PC (NTFS and HFS+ support) and Mac
- Connect to your computer for additional storage or backup of your music, photo, video and data files
- Fanless Design
- Allows for quiet operation, perfect for home media centers and game rooms
- Time Machine Compatibility
- Works perfectly with Time Machine to back up your Mac computer
- TurboPC Software Utility for Windows PC Users
- Enhance the overall performance of your Windows PC and increase file transfer rates up to 4 X over competing USB 2.0 hard drives
Buffalo Tools Software Suite for Your Windows PC
- Buffalo's Backup Utility
- Allows you to back up one or multiple computers with a single Buffalo external hard drive
- ECO Manager
- Allows you to regulate the power usage of the hard drive by cutting power to the drive during extended periods of inactivity, which in turn conserves energy and reduces battery consumption
- RAMDISK
- Allows you to create a RAM disk on your Windows PC which creates a small, but extremely fast environment to work on files in
- SecureLock
- Provides complete control of the data encryption on your Buffalo external hard drive, providing password protection and software data encryption
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| Performance | |
|---|---|
| Capacity | 3TB |
| Interface |
USB 3.0 at up to 5 Gbps USB 2.0 at up to 480 Mbps |
| Drive Speed | SATA 3Gbps |
| Buffer | Not specified by the manufacturer |
| Average Seek Time | Not specified by the manufacturer |
| Sustained Data Transfer Rate | Not specified by the manufacturer |
| System Requirements |
Client Operating System Support: Windows 7 (32-bit/64-bit), Windows Vista (32-bit/64-bit), WindowsXP, Windows 2000, Windows Server 2003 (32-bit)*, Windows Server 2003 R2 (32-bit)*, Windows Server 2008 (32-bit/64-bit)*, Windows Server 2008 R2 (64-bit)*, Mac OS X 10.4 or later* *Please note: Only basic external hard drive functionality is supported in these operating systems, some included utilities may not work |
| General | |
|---|---|
| Mounting | Desktop |
| Power Requirements | AC 100-240V 50/60 Hz |
| Environmental Requirements | 41 to 95°F / 5 to 35°C |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 1.5 x 4.8 x 7.5" / 3.81 x 12.19 x 19.05 cm |
| Weight | 2.l lb / .95 kg |
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Pros
- Compact
- Easy To Set Up
- Easy to use
- High Capacity
Cons
- No Power Switch
Best Uses
- Backup
Comments about Buffalo 3TB DriveStation Axis USB 3.0 External Hard Drive HD-LBU3:
I am using the HDD to backup our videos
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- PC
Pros
- Just plug it in
Cons
- Stays on when cpu is on
Best Uses
- Fast fast fast
Comments about Buffalo 3TB DriveStation Axis USB 3.0 External Hard Drive HD-LBU3:
Wow I have too say I'm impressed. After purchasing the Buffalo 3TB with 3.0 USB I found out how easy it is too upgrade too USB 3.0 yourself with a simple PCI USB 3.0 install card. Took just a minute to upgrade an now I am enjoying my Buffalo 3TB drive at max performance :) An the best part is took less than a week too arrive with standard shipping.
- Primary use:
- Personal
- Computer Platform:
- PC
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Cons
Best Uses
- Storage of video footage
Comments about Buffalo 3TB DriveStation Axis USB 3.0 External Hard Drive HD-LBU3:
Has been a welcome addition to our editing system for archival footage. Fast and reliable.
- Primary use:
- Business
- Computer Platform:
- Mac
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