Maplin external HD 400GB for 89.99 (merged)

trl002

The WD drive is much better, they got a better build, Iomega use Maxtor HD inside which most people know are not the best. WD is better, online have 612 in stock so get buying!

niteflite01

my-planet wrote:

Not knocking the OP or anything, but IMO I think this is better value for money. 100GB extra for a tenner more.

Ack too late, my Maplin one has been dispatched. Ah well.....

Hillfly

Spotted this on Maplin's.

Seems like good deal if you need that much space.

400GB Seagate External USB 2.0 Hard Drive

http://www.maplin.co.uk/Module.aspx?ModuleNo=48872&TabID=1&source=1&doy=29m1

Spec:
High speed USB 2.0
• Sleek elegant structure actually dissipates heat so they run much cooler than any other external drives
• Hot-swappable so you can connect and disconnect without turning off your computer
• 7200 RPM spin speed
• Masive 16MB cache on this 400GB model
• 350Gs non operating shock resistance
• Whisper quiet acoustics
• Push button backup
• Award winning Bounceback express software
• Diagnostic software included
• Approximate dimensions when horizontal: 7.125” D x 6.5” W x 2.25” H
• Approximate dimensions when vertical with pedestal: 7.125” D x 3” W x 6.75” H
• Weight: 2lb, 9.5oz



Fast, Versatile, High-Capacity Storage
This compact, durable drive is ideal for all your business and personal storage needs. You can easily protect and access everything from multimedia presentations and digital photos to MPEG video and DVDs.
Back up with the touch of a button. Award-winning BounceBack Express software from CMS backs up faster and easier than any other method.
Features:
• High-performance 7200-RPM drives, with 16-Mbyte cache.
• On/off button eliminates concerns that your hard drive hasn't been shut down safely.
• Built-in self-monitoring technology continuously checks your hard drive for data safety and drive performance.
• Advanced software lets you quickly retrieve files.
• Designed to run much cooler than other external drives.
• Hot-swappable, so you can connect and disconnect without turning off your computer.
• Complete with USB 2.0 cable, AC adapter and power cord, quick installation guide and backup software CD

EDIT: I note that you can get this for £127 on ebuyer so may not be quite the bargain it appears. http://www.ebuyer.com/UK/product/108775
Also ebuyer do a version supporting firewire for an extra £10: http://www.ebuyer.com/UK/product/110734

Sid_Harper

Has been posted already with lots of responses. Been pondering for a few days but they have >500 in stock anyway!

Hillfly

Sorry couldn't see the thread (I did check first)
Please post a link as i still cant find it.
Thanks.

Sid_Harper

Thought I was imagining it but eventually found it here. :-)

bob_a_builder

my Maplin one has been dispatched. Ah well

Distance selling regulations are your friend then, should be able to return within 'n' days as not suitable

Not sure how long 'n' is

Just tossing up whether to do same myself since maplin one just arrived here too

Anyone know if either unit spin down after some period and go to sleep, or do they just keep whirring as older USB drives did ?

rizla01

not long ago that 40 gig was this price

bob_a_builder

and not so far in the future they'll be twice as big for this price !

Theres never a right time to buy, for some reason with IT kit its always cheaper next week/next month

namralaks2001

Dont Buy this! Theres a 500gb HDD on https://www.ebuyer.com for 99.90 inc del & vaat, theres already a thread on here.