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I've started to piece together a newer home PC and entertainment experience and needed a massive amount of storage space to start ripping my DVD's and backup my Windows based and Mac OSX based computers. All the other products out there didn't have quite as many interface options available and the chassis for most other products is plastic. This G-Technology HDD has a high-quality metal case with vibration pads, great ventilation, and a fairly speedy RPM. In case you can't tell by the picture, there is a white light just below the G logo that is VERY BRIGHT even when it's not being accessed. So imagine watching a streaming movie from this drive and having a flood light in your peripheral! Cheap solution = black electrical tape. A word of caution though. I attempted to stream a movie from this product through the USB 2.0 port over my new Airport Extreme Wireless Router using 802.11n to my Macbook Pro in native n speed and it was way too slow. There are very few laptops and peripherals out there with USB 3.0, so your best bet is to keep the G-Technology HDD attached to your Macbook or Windows Laptop with Firewire (super smooth speed), then connect your video/audio ports to your flat screen TV for a truly wonderful experience. The low-tone hum from the HDD spinning is minimal and haven't even noticed it. Some users have commented that the unit is noisy, but it hasn't bothered my family. After 3 months of using it, I haven't even made a dent in the storage space. Very satisfying experience and look forward to years of service from this very well crafted product.Read full review
Great reliable drive. A bit heavy and bulky but for stationary use perfect. Unfortunately didn’t come with cable, power supply or software. Power supply is 12V 2Amp. DC. Minus outside. Was easy to find. Old micro USB cable as well. Only the software can’t be found easily. Already downloaded a variety of versions but no luck so far. Drive works fine in Raid level 0 though. If anyone knows where to find the software to configure it for level 1 please chime in.
Verified purchase: No
Item promptly shipped, good condition exactly as described. Thanks this was what I wanted.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
Great way to protect valuable pictures and data. Well built and extra heavy duty. This unit is made of solid aluminum to provide great heat distribution. Have never had had one overheat. I own four of these made by G Technology.
Drive had a strong case.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
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