Product Description
With USB 2.0 and Firewire interface, enjoy not only this sleek unit's 250GB storage capacity but also the compatibility with both PC and Macintosh. 7200 rpm for fast read & write times 8.9 ms average seek time Automatic power-up, Safe Shutdown and LED activity lights make this drive easy to use Capacity gauge lets you see at a glance how much space is left on your drive Stackable metal case looks like a book and sits horizontally or vertically Compatible with PC and Mac Average Latency - 4.2 ms System Requirements - Windows 98 SE, ME, 2000, XP, Mac OS 9.2.2, X 10.2.8 or later, available FireWire or USB port
Amazon.com Product Description
Is your computer loaded with photos, music, video, and all sorts of important files? If so, you should make extra room, back them up, and keep them safe on Western Digital's WDG1C2500 My Book Premium Edition 250 GB Hard Drive. This reliable, easy-to-use external hard drive is the perfect storage solution for all your precious digital assets.
Save and back up all your digital assets with the My Book Premium Edition Hard Drive. View larger.
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Simple, easy-to-use design. |
Hard drive features dual interface connectivity (FireWire 400 and USB 2.0). View larger. |
The elegant case takes up very little space. |
Installation is a breeze because you don't really "install" anything -- just plug it in and it's ready to use. There is not even an installation CD because all the included software loads automatically from the hard drive the first time you plug it in. For cream-of-the-crop, high-speed performance, use My Book Premium's FireWire 400 interface. However, if FireWire 400 isn't convenient, Western Digital has you covered -- the My Book Premium hard drive is also compatible with USB 2.0 connectivity. Best of all, you don't have to choose between one or the other because both interfaces are built into every drive.
Western Digital provides software (WD Backup) that makes backing up your data as easy as possible. With a few simple steps you can back up all your data files, or just save your picture and music files. You can also schedule routine backups so you don't have to worry about it ever again. Built for ease of use, this drive is equipped with a capacity gauge that shows how much space is left on your drive. The My Book Premium also includes intelligent drive management features. For example, the drive turns itself on and off with your computer, and Safe Shutdown prevents the drive from being powered down until all your data has been written.
But that's not all. Western Digital uses a smart design to make the My Book Premium look as good as it performs. The elegant case resembles a book and takes up very little space on your desk. Plus, it stacks horizontally and allows two or more drives to nestle neatly together like encyclopedias on a shelf. Inside the stylish exterior is an exceptionally fast, ultra-quiet, cool-running hard drive. Last but not least, the My Book Premium is equipped with free Google software that searches your drives, manages your photos, and simplifies Web searches.
My Book Premium Edition Hard Drives are ideal for:
- High-speed backup of important documents and images
- Extra storage for your computer
- Automatic backups of your existing hard drive
- Archiving the music stored on your MP3 player
- Adding plenty of space for digital video capture and editing
- Saving and organizing your digital photo collection
Note: For basic, less expensive storage option without automatic backup software, consider the My Book Essential Edition 250 GB Hard Drive.
What's in the Box
My Book Premium 250 GB USB 2.0/FireWire external hard drive, USB cable, FireWire cable (six-pin to six-pin), AC adapter with power cord, and quick install guide.
Customer Reviews:
Mac incompatibility? Why should they care?.......2007-11-03
I was counting on this electricity-driven, dual option firewire or 2.0 drive to stay in place as a back-up drive for my iMac while transporting large files of mp3's via a portable USB-powered Passport and Toshiba drive. It appeared to be plug and play, and it was reassuring to plug a full-sized firewire connector (not the mini-sized, fragile one that comes with a digital camera or Passport) from the drive directly into my computer (not a multiple port hub). However, after two weeks the WD My Book 250GB disappeared from my desk-top (I'll admit I was doing some house-cleaning on the machine). I've tried re-starts, connecting via USB rather than firewire, but no dice. I'm wondering now if possibly my use of the portable USB drives caused an installation conflict and in turn a failure of my computer's settings to see the WD My Book.
I'll raise my rating if it comes back to life, and especially if WD service can explain the cause of the present no- show. Meanwhile, the extra star is for what the description claims is the drive's potential.
[Later: I was directed to the WD website, which has numerous instructions and downloads, telling me in no uncertain terms that if I would do such and such a thing the device would reappear on my desktop. I found the instructions quite advanced, and I may have missed something, but the WD drive has yet to reappear. From what I can gather, Windows users should have no trouble, but Mac users who encounter my problem need to go through a somewhat intimidating (to me) "partitioning process," one moreover that requires temporary use of a PC!
Notice how many storage drives are out there along with the absence of anything close to a unanimous 5-star rating (the consumer ratings even at Apple Store practically scare you away from all of them). When is Apple going to get into this business and make a fully compatible hard drive? In fact, the iPod is nothing more than an external hard drive--and a good, relatively non-problematic one. Obviously Apple is far more interested in selling iTunes and their .mac storage service than dependable, user-friendly storage/back-up drives. In the meantime, I'm waiting for a PC-user acquaintance to help me out of another fine mess.]
Western Digital My Book Premium Edition 250GB.......2007-09-19
Getting started was very easy with firewire and so far (about a month) everything has been working great with no problems. The actual transfer speeds are great for using the drive as just a backup external or even your main source hard drive.
WD MyBook External HD.......2007-08-16
Very easy to set up and use. One of the best external hard drives I've used. The premium edition came with backup software that is also very easy to use.
Decent product, mediocre software and terrible customer service.......2007-08-11
This drive is OK. It does what it is supposed to do, i.e. backup, either complete backups or incremental. It would be nice if it had a one-button backup like some other drives, but it doesn't. It is somewhat noisy, so I have only been turning it on to make my backups. The software is not very polished. I would highly recommend purchasing another software backup package. Also, customer sevice is terrible. Since I have a MAC, I had to erase the drive, download their MAC software and install it. The instructions in the manual were totally inadequate. Since I had some questions about the installation, I e-mailed tech support who claimed they would respond within one business day. I got a reply almost 2 weeks later, and my questions were not completely answered. Fortunately, in the meantime I had figured out the proper installation procedures on my own. Hardware is OK, company is questionable.
Western Digital My Book Premium Edition 250 GB External Hard Drive ( WDG1C2500N ).......2007-07-28
It's refreshing to research a product and find that it actually exceeds your expectations. It was simple to install and I immediately backed up my digital photos and scheduled a weekly backup My backups are now automated and I no longer worry about losing my computer's hard drive. I chose to immediately reformat the drive using NTFS rather than FAT, and this was easily done (CONVERT m: /FS:NTFS). The Premium edition includes the backup software preloaded to the drive. I have already recommended to my friends.
Product Description
Cute and furry! This one ALWAYS turns heads, gets the most comments, and is totally unforgettable. Soft furry threads mixed delicately with multi-colored chenille balls. Oh my goodness! Downright artsy and yet thick enough to protect your iPod from scratches and turn more than a few heads.
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The high-tech enclosure is lightweight and extremely durable. The enclosure geometry has been engineered to provide maximum rigidity and acoustic performance. The velocity compensated port design overcomes the limitation of many small loudspeakers and enables exceptional low frequency response without vent noise. The ZX1s long excursion, high output 8" woofer with a weatherized treated cone delivers smooth low frequency performance with exceptional reliability. A sophisticated crossover network integrates it with the EV DH2005, a 1-inch exit true compression driver with extended frequency response and high output capability. Full-bandwidth overload protection is provided for reliable, long term operation without audible effect.
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Bush Furniture WL60307 One of Bush Furnitures largest and most contemporary collections, the Universal Collection, has a variety of office furniture perfect for any den, office space or living room. This demi bookcase comes with five levels for maximum space. There are also punch-outs on the back panel to allow wire pass through for components, peripherals, etc. Features: -Four shelves create five levels of storage -Upper two shelves are adjustable/removable -Can accommodate a 19" conventional TV up to 50 lbs. on fixed shelf -Partitions dividing lower fixed shelves support heavier storage load on lower shelves and provide TV support -Punch-outs on back panel allow wire pass through for components, peripherals, etc. -Leveling glides adjust for stability on uneven floors -Comes with Manufacturer's six year warranty -Ships Ready-to-Assemble Specifications: -Overall Dimensions: 72.834" H x 36.22" W x 36.22" D -Available in Light Oak
Product Description
Gateway desktop compatibility: This drive is fully compatible with Gateway desktops that feature the portable media drive bay. Simply slide the drive into the bay to back up files or transfer large amounts of data.
Hot-swappable: Easily connect or disconnect the hard drive without having to reboot your computer.
USB 2.0 interface: The 160GB Gateway portable hard drive is the easiest way to add fast, reliable storage to any desktop or laptop. The USB 2.0 setup is a snap and data transfer speeds are up to 480Mb/second.
No power cords required: The Gateway Portable Media Drive is USB-powered and has its own power supply, so accessing your information is cool and easy.
Compact size: This drive is pocket-sized and easily fits in any laptop bag, making it convenient for travel.
Specifications
Gateway Portable Media Drive 160GB USB Hard Drive
General features
Maximum capacity 160GB
UPC 827103135268
Manufacturer's part number PMD01160H
Dimensions
Height 5.5 inches
Width 3.3 inches
Depth 0.6 inches
Weight 0.6 lbs
Product Description
Viking's extensive experience in modular subsystem design and manufacturing provides innovative, state-of-the-art and industry standard memory and communications technologies. The company's advanced design and manufacturing capabilities offer superior assembly, test, programming, and deployment solutions for all modular subsystem product needs.
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