Iomega eGo 500GB USB 2.0 external hard drive Red

  • Brand : Iomega
  • Product name : eGo 500GB USB 2.0
  • Product code : 34629
  • GTIN (EAN/UPC) : 4019976346292
  • Category : External Hard Drives
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  • Long product name Iomega eGo 500GB USB 2.0 external hard drive Red :

    2.5", 500GB, FireWire 400/FireWire 800/USB 2.0

  • Iomega eGo 500GB USB 2.0 external hard drive Red :

    Great aluminum design and multiple connections too! With one FireWire® 800 port, one FireWire 400 port, and one USB 2.0 port, the Iomega® eGo™ Portable Hard Drive offers triple interface versatility for Mac® users and a stylish design. These drives are formatted HFS+ for a great out-of-the-box experience. Plus, the Iomega Drop GuardTM feature protects the drive when dropped from up to 1.3 m. EMC Retrospect, Iomega QuikProtect, and MozyHome™ Online backup software is included with purchase. Available in Ruby Red and Silver in up to 500GB (capacities vary per color).

  • Short summary description Iomega eGo 500GB USB 2.0 external hard drive Red :

    Iomega eGo 500GB USB 2.0, 500 GB, 2.5", 2.0, 5400 RPM, Red

  • Long summary description Iomega eGo 500GB USB 2.0 external hard drive Red :

    Iomega eGo 500GB USB 2.0. HDD capacity: 500 GB, HDD size: 2.5". USB version: 2.0. HDD speed: 5400 RPM. Product colour: Red

Specs
Hard drive
HDD size 2.5"
HDD capacity 500 GB
HDD speed 5400 RPM
Type HDD
Ports & interfaces
USB data transfer rates 480 Mbit/s
USB connector USB
USB version 2.0
FireWire 400
FireWire 800
Features
Product colour Red
Fingerprint reader
Plug and Play
Windows operating systems supported Windows 2000 Professional, Windows Vista Business, Windows Vista Business x64, Windows Vista Home Basic, Windows Vista Home Basic x64, Windows Vista Home Premium, Windows Vista Home Premium x64, Windows Vista Ultimate, Windows Vista Ultimate x64, Windows XP Home, Windows XP Home x64, Windows XP Professional, Windows XP Professional x64

Features
Mac operating systems supported Mac OS X 10.1 Puma, Mac OS X 10.10 Yosemite, Mac OS X 10.2 Jaguar, Mac OS X 10.3 Panther, Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger, Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard
Power
Bus powered USB
Weight & dimensions
Width 89 mm
Depth 143 mm
Height 16 mm
Weight 227 g
Other features
USB 2.0 ports quantity 1
USB cable USB
FireWire cable
Internal
Mac compatibility
Connectivity technology Wired
Distributors
Country Distributor
1 distributor(s)
Reviews
Updated:
2011-08-17 15:01:45
Average rating:78
Uk has collected 12 expert reviews for Iomega eGo 500GB USB 2.0 external hard drive Red and the average expert rating is 78 of 100. The average score reflects the expert community’s view on this product. Click below and use Uk to see all ratings, product awards and conclusions.
techradar.com
Updated:
2011-08-17 15:01:44
Average rating:60
The Desktop Mac Edition of Iomega's eGo can be laid flat or used in a vertical position, using the supplied stand. Its casing is plastic, but clearly styled to match the brushed aluminium finish of the iMac or the Mac Pro. A grilled front makes it an e...
  • Decent performance, FireWire and USB, Styled to match Macs...
  • No USB hub...
pcadvisor.co.uk
Updated:
2011-08-17 15:01:44
Average rating:70
The Iomega eGo portable hard drive is also available in a Mac edition, with both FireWire 400 and FireWire 800 ports for faster data transfer Housed in a smart aluminium case in coloured shiny lacquer, the Iomega eGo Portable Hard Drive Mac Edition i...
  • While we enjoyed the better-than-USB 2.0 speeds available with FireWire in Mac OS X, we found that write speeds over FireWire were strangely compromised in Windows. If you’re looking for a FireWire drive with good cross-platform compatibility, there a...
macworld.co.uk
Updated:
2011-08-17 15:01:44
Average rating:80
Iomega’s new eGo drive is light and portable; in fact it’s just slightly larger than an iPhone. While the unit is sleek, it still has its design quirks. The activity light is at the rear of the drive next to the ports, it’s bright so you’ll know it’s o...
  • Fast file copy test results; compact, stylish and durable; bus-powered...
  • Slow file duplication and Photoshop test results...
digitalartsonline.co.uk
Updated:
2011-08-17 15:01:44
Average rating:80
Most portable hard drives are dull grey bricks, so Iomegas sleek and shiny eGo line stands out. The company has recently updated the Mac Editions of its line, which include USB 2.0 and FireWire ports, so were taking a look at the 500GB version. Th...
techradar.com
Updated:
2011-08-17 15:01:44
Average rating:80
The new Iomega eGo Mac drive is certainly more attractive than its predecessor, which looked like a hightech hipflask. Its light and portable too, and offers USB 2.0, FireWire 400 and FireWire 800 connectivity, with a cable for each bundled with the d...
  • Good value for money, Light and transportable, Solid performance...
  • LED awkwardly placed...
electronicsme.com
Updated:
2011-08-17 15:01:44
Average rating:68
iomega eGo 34629 Mac Edition - Ruby Red. It provides several advantages over traditional external hard drives, yet the price is reasonable and average for the eGo's capacity. And to satisfy the versatility that you need, this model features USB 2.0, Fi...
  • The iomega eGo 34629 Mac Edition - Ruby Red hard drive doesn't surprise us as far as performance or durability, but it is overall a good external hard drive that is rugged enough to withstand drops and compact enough to transport when needed. The price...
maclife.com
Updated:
2011-08-17 15:01:44
Average rating:80
No matter how big the hard drives in our Macs get, there’s still never enough storage. And while flash drives are handy, there are plenty of occasions when we need way more space for data--whether it’s carting around an entire issue’s worth of InDesign...
  • Connectivity options. Plenty fast. Formatted for Mac.
  • Painfully bright LED. Triple interface makes drive a bit large. Bundled software is dissappointing. No carrying case.
  • Despite the fact that its bundled software choked on Mac OS 10.6, the triple interface eGo is a solid, sturdy option for shuttling data between multiple Macs.eGo Portable Hard Drive, Mac Edition...
macworld.com
Updated:
2011-08-17 15:01:44
Average rating:80
Iomega eGo 500GB Product:eGo Mac Edition 500GBRating (Scale) 5 - Superior4 - Very Good3 - Good2 - Fair1 - PoorProsFast file copy test results; compact, stylish, and durable; bus-powered.ConsSlow file duplication and Photoshop test results.CompanyIomega...
  • Fast file copy test results; compact, stylish, and durable; bus-powered.
  • Slow file duplication and Photoshop test results.
  • The eGo has improved significantly over the older version of the eGo, offering faster speed and a better software bundle. While not the fastest portable drive on today’s market, fans of Iomega will appreciate the rock-solid warranty and versatile ba...
Digitaltrends.com
Updated:
2011-08-17 15:01:44
Average rating:80
For Mac owners, deciding between USB and FireWire interfaces can be an agonizing decision. While USB has the advantage of near-universal compatibility, the rarer FireWire 800 standard offers better speed, and to make matters worse, FireWire 400 is slo...
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