Which External Hard Drive is Better?
Question by Naomi: Which External Hard Drive is Better?
I plan to get an external hard drive for mainly storage at home. I don’t plan on making very portable, just from room to room. Which one would be better:
1. Seagate 1TB External Hard Drive
SGED1TB – SEAGATE 1TB EXTERNAL HDD
The Seagate 1TB External Hard Drive provides extra storage for your ever-growing collection of files.
Instantly add storage space for more files, consolidate all of your files to a single location, or free-up space on your computer’s internal drive for improved performance.
Simply plug in the included power supply and USB cable and you are ready to go. Automatically recognised by Windows®, there is no software to install and nothing to configure.
Easily save your files with the drag-and-drop function. Not only is this hard drive easy to use, its also fast and energy efficient.
■USB 2.0 interface.
■Spindle speed 7200 RPM.
■Plug n’ play- no need to install software.
■Simply drag-and-drop to save files.
■Built-in power management ensures energy efficient operation.
■PC and Mac compatible.
■2 Year limited warranty.
■Dimensions: (L x W x H) 20.8 x 12.6 x 4cm.
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
■Works with Windows Vista, Windows XP, or Mac OSX 10.4.8 or higher.
PACKAGE CONTENTS
■External hard drive
■USB cable
■Quick start guide
■Power adapter
■2 year limited warranty.
2. Seagate 1TB FreeAgent External Hard Drive
SGFAD1TB – SEAGATE 1TB FREEAGENT EXT HDD
Smart. Simple. Sleek. Store and safeguard all your favourite files – photos, music, videos and documents in this stylishly designed portable storage solution!
■USB 2.0 interface.
■Conveniently store all your photos, music, videos and documents in one place.
■Sleek and modern design – take advantage of the FreeAgent’s flexibility to lie on its side or stand upright to maximise your workspace.
■Protect your data with automatic backup software.
■Keep your important files and folders private with powerful software encryption technology.
■Sync content between your FreeAgent Desk drive and other portable drives so you’ll always have your current file versions wherever you are.
■Get started quickly with pre-loaded software. No CDs!
■Save energy with an environmentally smart utility that can put your drive in sleep mode once it has been idle for 15 minutes.
■5 Year limited warranty.
■Dimensions: (L x W x H) 6.77″ x 1.33″ x 6.89″.
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
■Windows Vista Home Basic, Home Premium, Ultimate, or Business Service Pack-1.
■Windows XP Home, Professional, Media Center Edition Service Pack-2.
■USB 2.0 port.
PACKAGE CONTENTS
■FreeAgent portable hard drive.
■Free Agent software preloaded (Windows only).
■Quick Start Guide.
■Base Stand.
■Attachable Feet.
■USB Cable.
■Power Supply.
Thanks in advance!! Sorry the post is so long!!
Price:
1. $ 149
2. $ 199
OS:
WIndows XP
Best answer:
Answer by Waqar L
I think it pretty clearly shows package 2 is better.. But i am sure it will be expensive as well.. so it all depends on you, and your pocket 🙂 if both are on same price then go for package 2
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