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very good

10/24/2009

Iomega StorCenter ix2-200 (4TB)

Price: $565.99 - $699.99
Specs: Iomega StorCenter Ix2-200 Network Storage - NAS server, 4 TB, PC, Mac, RJ-45, 4 pin USB Type A, Removable, Ethernet, Hi-Speed USB, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet

The Bottom Line
The Iomega StorCenter ix2-200 NAS server makes a good, affordable backup and storage center for home and small office environments where only simple file sharing and data backup are needed. Keep looking for alternatives if you want more-advanced NAS features.

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very good

10/24/2009

Iomega StorCenter ix2-200 (1TB)

Price: $224.99 - $269.99
Specs: Iomega StorCenter Ix2-200 Network Storage - NAS server, 1 TB, PC, Mac, RJ-45, 4 pin USB Type A, Removable, Ethernet, Hi-Speed USB, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet

The Bottom Line
The Iomega StorCenter ix2-200 NAS server makes a good, affordable backup and storage center for home and small office environments where only simple file sharing and data backup are needed. Keep looking for alternatives if you want more-advanced NAS features.

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very good

10/24/2009

Iomega StorCenter ix2-200 (2TB)

Price: $329.99 - $369.99
Specs: Iomega StorCenter Ix2-200 Network Storage - NAS server, 2 TB, PC, Mac, RJ-45, 4 pin USB Type A, Removable, Ethernet, Hi-Speed USB, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet

The Bottom Line
The Iomega StorCenter ix2-200 NAS server makes a good, affordable backup and storage center for home and small office environments where only simple file sharing and data backup are needed. Keep looking for alternatives if you want more-advanced NAS features.

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ok

10/6/2009

LaCie Starck Mobile (320GB)

Price: $79.99 - $91.99
Specs: 320 GB, External

The Bottom Line
LaCie clearly spent a lot of time designing the look and feel of the Starck Mobile Hard Drive, but it trips up on the basic essentials like weight, ease of use, cost per gigabyte, and transfer speed. Hard-core design geeks will get a kick out of its funky case, but everyone else should check out the Fujitsu HandyDrive, which offers more storage space for less.

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very good

9/30/2009

Hitachi SimpleTough external hard drive (USB 2.0, 320GB)

Price: $89.99 - $99.63
Specs: 320 GB, External, 2.5 in

The Bottom Line
The Hitachi SimpleTough is by far the most indestructible external hard drive we've tested, capable of surviving drops of up to 10 feet and up to one ton of pressure. With a built-in USB cable, two-tiered data security package, and an impressive three-year warranty, we have no issue recommending this external hard drive to shoppers looking for space and security.

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very good

9/10/2009

Seagate BlackArmor NAS 220 (4TB)

Price: $511.69 - $699.99
Specs: Seagate BlackArmor NAS 220 - NAS server, 4 TB, PC, Mac, RJ-45, 4 pin USB Type A, Standard, Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet

The Bottom Line
The Seagate BlackArmor 220 is a good entry-level NAS server for small business and advanced users.

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very good

8/26/2009

Seagate BlackArmor NAS 220 (2TB)

Price: $329.79 - $449.99
Specs: Seagate BlackArmor NAS 220 - NAS server, 2 TB, PC, Mac, RJ-45, 4 pin USB Type A, Standard, Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet

The Bottom Line
The Seagate BlackArmor 220 is a good entry-level NAS server for small business and advanced users.

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ok

8/25/2009

Apple Time Capsule (2TB, Winter 2009)

Price: $438.00 - $474.57
Specs: Apple Time Capsule NAS server, 2 TB, PC, Mac, RJ-45, 4 pin USB Type A, Standard, Ethernet, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, Fast Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, IEEE 802.11n (draft)

The Bottom Line
Apple Time Capsule is a convenient and simple wireless router and NAS server combo for your home. Unfortunately, especially in the case of the 1TB version, you can find better deals on devices that offer greater storage space and many more features for the price.

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very good

8/10/2009

QNAP TS-239 Pro dual-bay NAS server

Price: $499.00 - $499.99
Specs: QNAP TS-239 Pro Turbo NAS - NAS server, 0 GB, PC, Mac, 7 pin external Serial ATA, 4 pin USB Type A, RJ-45, Hot-swap, Hi-Speed USB, Gigabit Ethernet

The Bottom Line
The QNAP TS-239 Pro is a dual-bay NAS server that offers good performance and many features for a relatively high premium. It's a device best suited for those with intermediate or advanced know-how of networking.

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very good

8/5/2009

Hitachi SimpleTough external hard drive (USB 2.0, 500GB)

Price: $115.98 - $132.13
Specs: 500 GB, External

The Bottom Line
The Hitachi SimpleTough is by far the most indestructible external hard drive we've tested, capable of surviving drops of up to 10 feet and up to one ton of pressure. With a built-in USB cable, two-tiered data security package, and an impressive three-year warranty, we have no issue recommending this external hard drive to shoppers looking for space and security.

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excellent

7/10/2009

Synology Disk Station DS409slim

Price: $385.78 - $428.99
Specs: Synology Disk Station DS409slim - NAS server, 0 GB, PC, Mac, 4 pin USB Type A, RJ-45, Standard, Gigabit Ethernet

The Bottom Line
The Synology Disk Station DS409slim makes an excellent NAS server for both home and small business applications, and it fits especially well in offices with limited space.

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excellent

6/20/2009

Seagate BlackArmor PS 110

Price: $118.85 - $149.99
Specs: 500 GB, Hi-Speed USB, 2.5", 5400 rpm

The Bottom Line
A sexy, slim design and backup software set make a compelling argument for the Seagate BlackArmor PS 110 external hard drive. We like the unique Try and Decide feature preloaded on the drive, and the throughput speed scores stomp the competition. Shoppers on a strict budget should look into the Fujitsu Handydrive for the best cost per gigabyte, but the BlackArmor PS 110 offers many extra features for just a few more dollars more.

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excellent

6/5/2009

Iomega eGo Portable Mac Edition (500GB, USB 2.0, FireWire, cherry red)

Price: $119.99 - $149.99
Specs: 500 GB, IEEE 1394b (FireWire 800) / IEEE1394 (FireWire) / Hi-Speed USB

The Bottom Line
Mac and PC users alike will appreciate the Iomega eGo Portable's triple interface connectivity that lets you choose from USB 2.0, FireWire 400, and FireWire 800. Combined with a rugged enclosure, free data protection software, and a robust three-year warranty, this drive is a great example of well-rounded hardware. We thoroughly recommend it both for average consumer as well as data-hounds on a budget.

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excellent

6/5/2009

Iomega eGo Portable Mac Edition (250GB, USB 2.0, FireWire, white)

Price: $79.99 - $99.99
Specs: 250 GB, IEEE 1394b (FireWire 800) / IEEE1394 (FireWire) / Hi-Speed USB

The Bottom Line
Mac and PC users alike will appreciate the Iomega eGo Portable's triple interface connectivity that lets you choose from USB 2.0, FireWire 400, and FireWire 800. Combined with a rugged enclosure, free data protection software, and a robust three-year warranty, this drive is a great example of well-rounded hardware. We thoroughly recommend it both for average consumer as well as data-hounds on a budget.

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excellent

6/5/2009

Iomega eGo Portable Mac Edition (320GB, USB 2.0, FireWire, blue)

Price: $89.90 - $109.99
Specs: 320 GB, IEEE 1394b (FireWire 800) / IEEE1394 (FireWire) / Hi-Speed USB

The Bottom Line
Mac and PC users alike will appreciate the Iomega eGo Portable's triple interface connectivity that lets you choose from USB 2.0, FireWire 400, and FireWire 800. Combined with a rugged enclosure, free data protection software, and a robust three-year warranty, this drive is a great example of well-rounded hardware. We thoroughly recommend it both for average consumer as well as data-hounds on a budget.

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excellent

5/22/2009

Iomega eGo Portable Hard Drive w/ Protection Suite (500GB, ruby red)

Price: $99.95 - $129.99
Specs: 500 GB, Hi-Speed USB, 2.5"

The Bottom Line
The eGo Portable continues Iomega's tradition of slim, feature-rich external hard drives, this time sporting a sleek new design and an extended warranty. The bundle also includes a suite of three different software solutions that back up your data and protects your computer, and at an affordable 30 cents per gigabyte, we're happy to endorse the Iomega eGo Portable once again.

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excellent

5/22/2009

Iomega eGo Portable Hard Drive w/ Protection Suite (320GB, silver)

Price: $79.59 - $94.99
Specs: 320 GB, Hi-Speed USB, 2.5", 8 MB, 5400 rpm

The Bottom Line
The eGo Portable continues Iomega's tradition of slim, feature-rich external hard drives, this time sporting a sleek new design and an extended warranty. The bundle also includes a suite of three different software solutions that back up your data and protects your computer, and at an affordable 30 cents per gigabyte, we're happy to endorse the Iomega eGo Portable once again.

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excellent

5/22/2009

Iomega eGo Portable Hard Drive w/ Protection Suite (250GB, ruby red)

Price: $74.99 - $84.99
Specs: 250 GB, Hi-Speed USB, 2.5", 8 MB

The Bottom Line
The eGo Portable continues Iomega's tradition of slim, feature-rich external hard drives, this time sporting a sleek new design and an extended warranty. The bundle also includes a suite of three different software solutions that back up your data and protects your computer, and at an affordable 30 cents per gigabyte, we're happy to endorse the Iomega eGo Portable once again.

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excellent

5/22/2009

Iomega eGo Portable Hard Drive w/ Protection Suite (320GB, ruby red)

Price: $79.99 - $99.99
Specs: 320 GB, Hi-Speed USB, 2.5", 8 MB, 5400 rpm

The Bottom Line
The eGo Portable continues Iomega's tradition of slim, feature-rich external hard drives, this time sporting a sleek new design and an extended warranty. The bundle also includes a suite of three different software solutions that back up your data and protects your computer, and at an affordable 30 cents per gigabyte, we're happy to endorse the Iomega eGo Portable once again.

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excellent

5/22/2009

Iomega eGo Portable Hard Drive w/ Protection Suite (320GB, midnight blue)

Price: $79.95 - $94.99
Specs: 320 GB, Hi-Speed USB, 2.5", 8 MB, 5400 rpm

The Bottom Line
The eGo Portable continues Iomega's tradition of slim, feature-rich external hard drives, this time sporting a sleek new design and an extended warranty. The bundle also includes a suite of three different software solutions that back up your data and protects your computer, and at an affordable 30 cents per gigabyte, we're happy to endorse the Iomega eGo Portable once again.

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