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USB 2.0 - 5400 rpm - 8 MB Buffer - 3.5" - MPN: R500U See Product Details
Description
Introducing SimpleTech [re]drive, the energy-efficient, resource-conscious external hard drive made with renewable, naturally grown bamboo and recyclable aluminum, the most recycled metal on the planet. These durable materials come together to create a unique design that looks and stays cool, without noisy fans. Add to that a low-power hard drive and Energy Star power adapter, and you have got a storage and backup solution that keeps your grid demands to a minimum. Reliable drive that's plug & play simple perfect for giving you more room to store and protect your precious files from life's little disasters.
Quick Glance
Internal/External: External
Interface: USB 2.0
Drive Width: 3.5"
Drive Type: Hard Drive
Capacity: 500000
Rotational Speed: 5400
Cache Size: 8
Summary
Product Title: SimpleTech [re]drive 500 GB External Hard Drive
Manufacturer: SimpleTech
Power Score: 3.7 | 2 Reviews
Storage
Capacity: 500 GB
Interface
Interface Type: USB 2.0
Performance
Drive Type: Hard Drive
Rotational Speed: 5400 rpm
Cache Size: 8 MB
General
Internal/External: External
Form Factor Width: 3.5"
Warranty
Warranty Information: 1 Year Limited
More Info
URL: Manufacturer Link
Additional Specifications
Software Included: Fabrik backup software Media
Hot Swappable: Yes
Drive Width: 3.5"
THE GOOD: Environmentally friendly design and packaging; unique and compact design; fast performance; useful software bundle; stays cool and quiet during operation. THE BAD: No FireWire or eSATA connections; one-year warranty is quite short; Turbo USB 2.0 works only on PCs. THE BOTTOM LINE: Made from bamboo and recycled aluminum, the SimpleTech (Re)Drive is the most environmentally friendly...
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The SimpleTech [re]drive is a USB 2.0 external hard drive with a chassis made from Eco-friendly materials like recyclable aluminum and real bamboo. The is no internal cooling fan since the aluminum and bamboo offer a sufficient heat sink surface and an Energy Star AC adapter is included for efficient power usage. The USB interface is Turbo 2.0 as well which is said to be up to 25% faster than...
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70% Positive (4 or 5)
5% Neutral (3)
24% Negative (1 or 2)
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