USB 2.0 + eSATA Portable 2.5" Combo SATA or IDE Hard Drive Enclosure
Interface Type: USB 2.0 (Up to 480 Mbps (60 MB/Sec) e-SATA (Up to 2400 Mbps (300 MB/Sec))
Internal Drive Interface: SATA (Serial ATA) IDE ( Parallel PATA)
Dimensions: 5.0 x 3.0 x .625 inches
OS Requirements: Windows 2000/XP/Vista. MAC OS 9.1 and above.
Power: Powered by USB Port (2 ports may be needed for adequate power)
Package Includes: * USB/eSATA Enclosure
Cables: USB Mini-B to dual USB Type-A (2nd connector is for additional power), eSATA cable, DC Jack to USB y-cable
Protective Carrying Pouch
Overview
This external USB/eSATA enclosure provides the fastest way to add more storage! External SATA provides the fastest data transfer rate of any external interface! The enclosure is compatible with PCs and MACs (laptops or desktops) and is great for all data storage needs including video, audio and data files. The solid, stylish black enclosure is manufactured using thick aluminum metal alloy, which assists in dissipating heat and provides excellent protection. And if that weren't enough, no power supply is required!
General Features
· USB-powered, no external power supply needed
· Plug-and-play connectivity with PC and Macintosh Computers
· Connection options: No external power supply required!
o USB - The drive connects to a standard USB port using the included USB y-cable. It will receive power and data from this single cable.
o eSATA - The drive connects to an eSATA port using the included eSATA cable. No bus power is provided via eSATA. The drive connects to USB ports for power using the included DC jack to USB y-cable.
· Whisper quiet operation
· e-SATA and USB 2.0 interface
· Fits SATA 2.5-inch hard drives
FAQs
What is eSATA?
External SATA (eSATA) is the latest technology in external hard drives and provides data transfer rates significantly faster than USB or FireWire 400. Unlike USB and FireWire interfaces, eSATA does not have to translate data between the interface and the computer. This enhances data transfer speeds, while saving computer processor resources.
Under what conditions will the drive require extra power from a 2nd USB port?
Normally no external power required - some older laptops and desktops might require two USB ports. The included Y-Cable can be used to take power from a second USB.
