Seagate FreeAgent Desktop 500 GB USB External Hard Drive Review

Seagate FreeAgent Desktop 500 GB USB External Hard Drive

ST305004FDA1E1-RK FreeAgent

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If your only purpose is to offload archives, then this is a great product.Most folk don't think twice of backing up their existing data.Also, each version of windows comes with a backup program which originated from the Veritas Brand of Software.You can easily set the Free Agent Hardware and make it an active drive, then setup the Backup Software within MS 2000, XP, or Vista. I've read reviews that seem to point out the burden of USB2 write speed.It makes no difference if the interface is Firewire or USB if the intent is to just backup data.If it takes a few extra seconds or minutes, no big deal.Either way the data will get to the disk and you can rest peacefully. Update as of September 02, 2007: it looks like my drive has began failing.I've heard from various sources that this series of Drives lacks cooling capacity.I've left mine plugged in for a few hours to begin noticing Windows Cache errors reading and writing from the drive.If the drive is left to cool, it is fine when plugged in.This is a major problem and I am considering having the drive replaced.Also, I've used the Seagate tools and it failed to run the tools on the found FreeAgent Drive..
Gordon

Manufacturers Description/Specification

When its time to back up and protect your digital content;photos, music, documents, and more;it does not get much easier than the Seagate Free Agent Desktop 500GB USB Portable Hard Drive.Simply plug it in to any power source, connect the USB cable to any computer, and You are ready to go.This uber cool-looking hard drive takes up less space on your desk than an ordinary stapler, giving you more space for your other desktop items, however with the capacity to hold the files you need protected.Access to the items on the drive is password-protected, so you can give permissions to whomever you choose without compromising your personal data. Powerful storage device with a sleek new design. Takes up less space on your desk than a stapler. Keep all your digital content in a safe and secure location. Portable Performance and Security If You are still relying on your PC or back-up CDs or DVDs to store your digital content or vital personal or family documents, You are running an unnecessary risk.Your computer can only hold so most files and can crash at any time, leaving you helpless to access your content.DVDs and CDs have a place in archiving, however they get easily scratched and mislaid. It is too risky to store everything in your computer, and too time-consuming and cumbersome to have a drawer full of CDs or DVDs. The Seagate Free Agent is big enough to store a huge portion of your digital content in a safe and secure environment, however compact enough to let you take that content with you wherever you go.The Seagate Free Agent lets you transfer files seamlessly from your computer via its USB 2.0 connection at a rapid transfer rate of up to 480Mb/sec.The drive delivers a spindle speed of 7,200 RPM, giving you the high-speed performance you need to back your data up quickly and safely. The Seagate Free Agent is ready to use out of the box with a PC, however it can be made Mac-ready in a matter of minutes with Mac OS X's Disk Utility.A five- yesr warranty is also included, giving you complete security. What's in the Box FreeAgent desktop drive, USB 2.0 cable, AC power adapter, and quick start guide. Product Description With a footprint no bigger than a stapler, the Seagate FreeAgent is an external desktop hard drive that can fit anywhere.The FreeAgent is designed to conveniently hold all of your digital content in one location.This drive can hold 500GB worth of data and is ready to go as soon as you plug it in.

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