Fantom Drives GreenDrive - hard drive - 1 TB - Hi-Speed USB / eSATA
Manufacturer: MicroNet Technology Inc. Part number: GD1000EU
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- Fantom Drive's GreenDrive USB 2.0 and eSATA disk drive features the latest advances in power saving technology and ROHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive) compliant materials and process. The GreenDrive gives the consumer the ability to minimize his or her carbon footprint without sacrificing performance. Fantom Drive's GreenDrive USB 2.0 and eSATA hard drive is a ... Read more
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10 stars
Strong, silent type
by BosoxMan on July 21, 2011
Pros: Energy-efficient, spins down when not in use, absolutely silent, rock-solid metal case, good looks, great value.
Cons: Could be slow, if used as USB drive.
Summary: The user who complained about the speed perhaps doesn't appreciate that a terabyte doesn't exactly zip through a USB port. (I use it as a Time Machine destination, ...
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Summary: The user who complained about the speed perhaps doesn't appreciate that a terabyte doesn't exactly zip through a USB port. (I use it as a Time Machine destination, and although I don't much care how long it takes, it seems to take care of business within a minute or two.) Given the price, the capacity, and the minimal noise and power consumption, this is pretty much an ideal backup drive. The case is a seriously-sturdy metal enclosure, and the aluminum finish complements the iMac. I've had mine plugged in and on line for about a year, with zero problems. Like the Mac, it just works.
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9 stars
Great Bargain for 1 TB Hard Drive
by equity44 on February 7, 2010
Pros: Inexpensive - can be found for under $100
Quiet
Runs cool with no fan
Has Fire Wire connection
Cons: If you plug into a low speed USB port transfers can take quite awhile
Summary: I have had the Green Drive for about a year with no problems. I have just about used up its 1 TB capacity and will probably buy a second one ...
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Summary: I have had the Green Drive for about a year with no problems. I have just about used up its 1 TB capacity and will probably buy a second one soon. I bought it after reading terrible reviews about Western Digital drives. (I own a 2 GB WD drive and have not experienced the problems other users report).
I wish my computer had a Fire Wire port so I could really put the Green Drive to its full capabilities. However, it performs admirably at USB 2.0 but very slowly at lower USB speeds.
It's certainly worth the price for the amount of storage.
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5 stars
Works but takes too long
by ayeyampam on August 16, 2009
Pros: Green is good
Cons: Takes a loooong time to format. Also takes a ridiculously long time to back up - if I knew this I wouldn't have bought it. My other external hard drive backs up quickly and I don't even have a lot to back up! 60 GB
Summary: Don't buy unless it is speeded up.
Summary: Don't buy unless it is speeded up.
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- Manufacturer: MicroNet Technology Inc.
- Part number: GD1000EU
- Description: Fantom Drive's GreenDrive USB 2.0 and eSATA disk drive features the latest advances in power saving technology and ROHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive) compliant materials and process. The GreenDrive gives the consumer the ability to minimize his or her carbon footprint without sacrificing performance. Fantom Drive's GreenDrive USB 2.0 and eSATA hard drive is a power conscious step forward in providing maximum capacity and performance while reducing power consumption by up to 40%. The Fantom Drive's GreenDrive USB 2.0 and eSATA hard drive features a sturdy aluminum casing for maximum durability, fan-free design for silent operation, and can be placed horizontally or vertically to increase deskspace. Fantom Drive's GreenDrive yields an average drive power savings of 4-5 watts over competitors' drives while maintaining solid performance.
General
- Capacity 1 TB
- Width 4.8 in
- Depth 8 in
- Height 1.3 in
- Weight 2.4 lbs
Performance
- Interface Transfer Rate 1.5 Gbps (eSATA) / 480 Mbps (Hi-Speed USB)
- Max Data Transfer Rate 68 MBps
- Data Transfer Rate Details Hi-Speed USB : 60 MBps,
Serial ATA : 150 MBps - Seek Time 8.5 ms (average)
Expansion & Connectivity
- Compatible Bays None
Power
- Power Device Power supply
- Voltage Required AC 120/230 V
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