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It is part of the frustration of our fast moving world that improvements are continually becoming available on most products - often making our purchases "last season's" within months. On the up-side, it is also the reason why, as consumers, we enjoy more and more choice.
Replacement windows and doors used to be available in grey aluminum if you didn't want wood and the styles rarely improved the aesthetics of the buildings they adorned. Consequently, we are left with a legacy of spoiled period homes which in some cases constitute a fire hazard because windows were designed without large enough opening sashes to escape through.
And then they became available in white PVCu which were initially cheap and of poor quality and poor design but which went on to become the excellent quality they are today and designed to suit the house - not the pocket. As the old-fashioned designs become obsolete, home owners now have a plethora of window and door styles and materials to choose from. The majority of products' enhancements reach a plateau at some point when the essentially ideal has been achieved and what follows are simply tweaks. As with all home improvement products, doors are no exception.
For many years, there has been a very big market for patio doors, which offer convenience and allow light and air into a home whilst providing a highly effective thermal barrier when closed. This market is still buoyant and the products will continue to be installed successfully in homes where economics or taste insist, but fairly recent developments in this market looks to have found us at that plateau where doors are concerned. Patio doors have recently made way for the "Rolls Royce" in this market which is now the hugely flexible bifolding door. Anyone looking to buy patio doors now should first be considering whether they could increase their investment to a bifolding door.
Bifold doors can be configured to span a very wide aperture or smaller spaces, behaving when closed as a glass wall to allow in increased light and to provide panoramic views over the outside vista or garden. They can very easily open up an entire wall to allow seamless integration of external and internal areas, for example, for parties or for children to play safely inside and outside on a lovely day. Alternatively, they can serve to expand available space in restricted areas, such as allowing inclusion of a balcony to form part of a small apartment on a clement day or lightening up an otherwise dark corner.
Fully opened, the doors concertina and store compactly to left, right or both sides to limit their intrusion. They can be configured to provide french style doors when full opening is not required and a single opening door for pedestrian access in the normal way.
Available in most modern materials, including timber, aluminum, PVCu and aluminum clad timber, this product is available in a wide range of colours and finishes from specialist window companies. It is particularly attractive in aluminum clad timber where the choice of colour on the maintenance-free aluminum outside can complement your home's exterior whilst the beauty and warmth of wood can enhance any interior.
A not insignificant investment, this product should last, trouble free, for very many years. It is essential to ensure that your supplier can offer all of the many security features available for bifold doors which make them a high security option, suitable for commercial use by garages displaying high worth cars and restaurants alike. The manufacturer should use only a top quality sliding mechanism for guaranteed trouble free use and should offer the widest range of materials and finishes to ensure you are happy with your investment for many years to come. As a new product, not all door manufacturers can offer these and consumers should be prepared to shop around and ensure that they buy the best quality from a reputable manufacturer.
Derek Rogers is a freelance writer who writes for a number of UK businesses. For information on Bifold doors, he recommends Henry James Doors and Windows, a leading supplier of bifold patio doors.
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EXTERNAL ALUMINUM DRIVE KIT FOR $37.99 EXTERNAL ALUMINUM DRIVE KIT FOR |
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Lacie Minimus 301961 1 TB External Hard Drive USB - Aluminum $141.12 Lacie Minimus 301961 1 TB External Hard Drive USB - Aluminum |
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Coolmax CD-391C-U2 3.5in Aluminum SATA2-USB2.0 External HDD Enclosure (Copper) $36.51 Coolmax CD-391C-U2 3.5in Aluminum SATA2-USB2.0 External HDD Enclosure (Copper) |
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Mace 3.5" External Enclosure USB/Firewire Aluminum PHR100AC $55.98 Mace 3.5" External Enclosure USB/Firewire Aluminum PHR100AC |
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Vantec 3.5" Aluminum USB 2.0 & eSATA External NST360SUBL $42.36 Vantec 3.5" Aluminum USB 2.0 & eSATA External NST360SUBL |
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Coolmax CD-391T-U2 3.5in Aluminum SATA2-USB2.0 External HDD Enclosure (Grey) $36.51 Coolmax CD-391T-U2 3.5in Aluminum SATA2-USB2.0 External HDD Enclosure (Grey) |
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EB9 Brushed Aluminum External Blowers: 900 $578 Exterior blowers can be roof- or wall-mounted depending on your appearance preferences or to best suit the ducting requirements of the application Blower housings are crafted from durable weather resistant brushed aluminum for worry-free installation... |
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EB6 Brushed Aluminum External Blowers: 600 $549 Exterior blowers can be roof- or wall-mounted depending on your appearance preferences or to best suit the ducting requirements of the application Blower housings are crafted from durable weather resistant brushed aluminum for worry-free installation... |
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EB15 Brushed Aluminum External Blowers: 1500 $959 Exterior blowers can be roof- or wall-mounted depending on your appearance preferences or to best suit the ducting requirements of the application Blower housings are crafted from durable weather resistant brushed aluminum for worry-free installation... |
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EB12 Brushed Aluminum External Blowers: 1200 $789 Exterior blowers can be roof- or wall-mounted depending on your appearance preferences or to best suit the ducting requirements of the application Blower housings are crafted from durable weather resistant brushed aluminum for worry-free installation... |
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Kingwin External Enclosure $22.85 This USB 2.0 aluminum external enclosure for SATA hard drive is perfect for both storing and transporting a hard drive. This external enclosure utilizes a light weight aluminum alloy design.2.5-inch SATA HDD USB 2.0 silver aluminum alloy external enclosureLight weight aluminum alloy enclosurePlug and PlayUSB 2.0 480 Mbps transfer rateForm factor: 2.5-inchColor: SilverMaterial: AluminumInterface: SATA / USBModel: KH-201U-SOperating system support: Windows 98SE/Me/XP/2000, Mac OS and Linux |
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Nspire / Nspire 3.5 SATA/USB2.0 Aluminum External Enclosure w/ Audio & Visual Output / NSP-MP-3001S $38.31 Nspire - Nspire 3.5 SATA/USB2.0 Aluminum External Enclosure w/ Audio & Visual Output - NSP-MP-3001S |
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AirLink101 AEN-U25SAB 2.5'' USB 2.0 Aluminum External SATA HDD AENU25SAB $16.62 AirLink101 AEN-U25SAB 2.5'' USB 2.0 Aluminum External SATA HDD AENU25SAB |
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AirLink101 AEN-U35SAB 3.5" USB 2.0 Aluminum External SATA HDD Enclosure (Black) Supports Up To 2 Terabytes! $28.91 AirLink101 AEN-U35SAB 3.5" USB 2.0 Aluminum External SATA HDD Enclosure (Black) Supports Up To 2 Terabytes! |
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Element EN-2200-BK 2.5" USB 2.0 Aluminum External SATA HDD Enclosure (Black) Supports Up To 500GB! $15.18 Element EN-2200-BK 2.5" USB 2.0 Aluminum External SATA HDD Enclosure (Black) Supports Up To 500GB! |
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Macalley 2.5" Ultimate Slim External Enclosure /Case For Hd Aluminum USB 2.0 $19.9 Macalley 2.5" Ultimate Slim External Enclosure /Case For Hd Aluminum USB 2.0 |
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3.5" Element EN-3251U3-BK Superspeed USB 3.0 Aluminum External SATA HDD Enclosure Supports Up To 2 Terabyte! $31.84 3.5" Element EN-3251U3-BK Superspeed USB 3.0 Aluminum External SATA HDD Enclosure Supports Up To 2 Terabyte! |
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VANTEC NST-400MX-UFB External Enclosure $119.99 AC Adapter: Yes Material: Aluminum Alloy and Plastic Dimensions: "200x75x124 mm without stand 200x108x132 mm with stand Internal Interface: SATA I/II Maximum Capacity (per Bay): Up to 4TB Features: USB 2.0 External Interface Allows You to Transfer Data Up to 480 Mbps FireWire 400 (1394a) External Interface Allows You to Transfer Data Up to 400Mbps FireWire 400 (1394a) External Interface Allows You to Transfer Data Up to 800Mbps Front Ventilation and Rear Fan for Better Air Circulation and Cooling Stylish Aluminum Case to Draw Away the Heat Support 3 Different Configuration Mode: Individual / JBOD / RAID 0 Simple Plug & Play Connection; Does Not Require Drivers Arcsoft Totalmedia Backup, Archive Photos, Music, Video and Data with Three Easy Clicks Operating Systems Supported: Microsoft Windows XP/Vis... |
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USB 2.5' SATA Hard Drive Enclosure Aluminum HDD External Case $17.49 Description:Connect your 2.5 inch SATA hard drive to a USB port with this Aluminum Hard Drive Enclosure!With its USB 2.0 interface, you'll get quick data transfers of up to 480 Mbps!Hot-Swappable, plug and play without rebooting.This SATA Hard Drive Enclosure is powered by computer USB port.Its aluminum casing keeps your hard drive cool for maximum performance.SATA Hard Drive External Enclosure with LED indicator.Fits all 2.5 inch SATA hard drive disk.Ultra slim and compact design, it is a convenient way to carry your data.It is suitable for 9.5mm thick HDD only.Supports Windows Vista, XP, 2000, and ME.Casing Material: Aluminum Alloy and PlasticDimension: ~12.8(L) x 7.5(W) x 1.3(H)cmWeight: 161gPackage Included:1 x SATA 2.5 Hard Drive Enclosure1 x USB Cable1 x Screwdriver2 x Screws1 x Carrying Pouch |
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Aluminum 2.5' USB 2.0 HDD SATA Hard Drive External Case $16.49 Description:This 2.5" SATA HDD Case provides the easiest way to expand the storage space of your laptop or computer.Hi-speed USB 2.0 data transfer up to 480Mbps, backwards compatible with USB 1.1.Its aluminum casing keeps your hard drive cool for maximum performance.The SATA HDD External Case is powered via USB port, no external power source required.LED indicator for power and reading movements. The 2.5" Hard Drive Case is suitable for all the 2.5 inch SATA hard drive disk 9.5mm in thick.Plug and play, no external power required.Operating systems supported: Windows 2000, ME, XP.This USB 2.0 HDD Case is great for data storage, transfer and backups.Specifications:Interface: USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 standardsTransfer Rate: Up to 480 MbpsHDD Size: 2.5 inchCase Size: ~12.2(L) x 7.5(W) x 1.2(H)cmUSB Cable Length: The shorter: 21.7cm. The longer: 62cm. Approx.Color: Silvery. Weight: 168g.Package Contains:1 x 2.5" Hard Drive Enclosure ( HDD is not included )1 x USB Cable1 x Carrying Pouch1 x User Manual |
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Zalman HE250 U3 White HDD External Enclosure $40.99 Zalman HE250 U3 Aluminum 2.5" White USB 3.0 HDD External Enclosure (Mail In Rebate $10.00 Expires 05/31/2012) |
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macally PHR-250A External Enclosure $12.99 Material: Aluminum Dimensions: 2.9" x 5.2" x 0.5" Internal Interface: IDE Features: Revolutionary slim size for easy carry Aluminum body for excellent heat dissipation Design for 2.5" IDE HDD (up to 9.5mm height) Works with both Mac and PC computers Supports USB2.0 & USB1.1 connection Hot plug and play Active LED to indicate power and data access Powered by computer's USB port, no AC adapter required Operating Systems Supported: Windows XP/Vista/7; Max OS 10.1 to 10.7 Package Contents: External Enclosure USB Cable USB Power Cable Parts: 1 year limited Labor: 1 year limited |
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16 GB - USB - External $56.99 16 GB 16GB DataStick Slide NASCAR USB 2.0 Flash Drive 2 Year The 16GB DataStick Slide USB Flash Drive utilizes a capless design that makes it worry-free and easy to use! Made with a durable brushed aluminum casing and plastic edging, it's strong enough withstand the everyday wear and tear! Additionally comes with NASCAR logo lanyard. Centon Centon Electronics DSS16GB-NSCR DataStick Slide External Flash Drive Silver USB 2.0 www.centon.com |
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32 GB - USB - External $116.99 2 Year 32 GB 32GB DataStick Slide NASCAR USB 2.0 Flash Drive The 32GB DataStick Slide USB Flash Drive utilizes a capless design that makes it worry-free and easy to use! Made with a durable brushed aluminum casing and plastic edging, it's strong enough withstand the everyday wear and tear! Additionally comes with NASCAR logo lanyard. Centon Centon Electronics DSS32GB-NSCR DataStick Slide External Flash Drive Silver USB 2.0 www.centon.com |
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8 GB - USB - External $44.99 2 Year 8 GB 8GB DataStick Slide NASCAR USB 2.0 Flash Drive The 8GB DataStick Slide USB Flash Drive utilizes a capless design that makes it worry-free and easy to use! Made with a durable brushed aluminum casing and plastic edging, it's strong enough withstand the everyday wear and tear! Additionally comes with NASCAR logo lanyard. Centon Centon Electronics DSS8GB-NSCR DataStick Slide External Flash Drive Silver USB 2.0 www.centon.com |
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LaCie Minimus 301967 2 TB External Hard Drive - Aluminum $245.13 With the LaCie Minimus, youve got the power and performance of USB 3.0 combined with an ultra-compact size. Compared to other desktop drives, its the smallest on the market, which makes it the perfect choice for users that enjoy their terabytes as much as their desk space. Its also easy to transfer HD movies, photos, and sound files with USB 3.0 - the fastest interface on the market. Since the LaCie Minimus is backward compatible with USB 2.0, it works on any PC or Mac. Manufacturer: LaCie Manufacturer Part Number: 301967 Manufacturer Website Address: www.lacie.com Brand Name: LaCie Product Line: Minimus Product Model: 301967 Product Name: Minimus 301967 Hard Drive Product Type: Hard Drive Interfaces/Ports: Host Interface: USB 3.0 Physical Characteristics: Color: Aluminum Physical Characteristics: Form Factor: External Package Contents: Minimus 301967 Hard Drive USB 3.0 Cable External Power Supply Quick Install Guide |
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Link Depot ENWB-25B-SS External Enclosure $8.99 AC Adapter: No Material: Aluminum Internal Interface: IDE Features: High speed external storage solution. Compact aluminum housing body. Space saving design. Plug & Play and hot insertion/ removal capability. Supports bus power. USB2.0 compliance UP to 480Mbps transfer rate. Package Contents: 2.5" External Enclosure USB Cable Driver Disk Leather Wallet Parts: 1 year |
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Macally USB 2.0 External Enclosure $23.99 1 1 x 2.5"Internal Hot-swappable 1 x Serial ATA 1 x Serial ATA Internal 1 x USB 2.0 External 2.5" Solid Aluminum body for protection and excellent heat dissipation Supports any capacity 2.5'' Serial ATA Hard Drive USB bus powered Active LED to indicate power and data access Operating System(s): Windows 98 SE Windows Me Windows 2000 Windows XP Mac OS 9.2 Mac OS X 10.1 to 10.4 and above B-S250U External External Enclosure Macally Mace Group, Inc Storage Enclosure USB 2.0 External Enclosure www.macally.com |
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External Aluminum USB SATA 2.5 Inch HDD Hard Drive Enclosure $15.49 Description:Connect your 2.5 inch SATA hard drive to a USB port with this External Hard Drive Enclosure!With its USB 2.0 interface, you'll get quick data transfers of up to 480 Mbps!Hot-Swappable, plug and play without rebooting.This SATA Hard Drive Enclosure is powered by computer USB port.Its aluminum casing keeps your hard drive cool for maximum performance.External HDD Enclosure with LED indicator.Fits all 2.5 inch SATA hard drive disk.Ultra slim and compact design, it is a convenient way to carry your data.Supports Windows Vista, XP, 2000, and ME.Casing Material: AluminumDimension: ~12.1(L) x 7.4(W) x 1.2(H)cmWeight: 172gPackage Included:1 x SATA 2.5 Inch Hard Drive Enclosure1 x USB Cable1 x Faux Leather Pouch1 x Operation Manual |
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SABRENT SBT-EKU25 External Enclosure $11.99 The Sabrent SBT-EKU25 external enclosure sports a super slim design that gives a sleek look to this value-laden unit. It features an ultra light aluminum case for strength and rigidity, crucial to a portable device like this. An LED indicator gives you clear power and hard disc status indicators. You can now reuse any old 2.5" IDE hard drive as a portable external storage device, giving you easy access and storage expandability to your desktop or notebook PC. The USB 2.0 interface allows for faster 480 Mbps data transfers, enabling you to make your internal IDE drive into a USB 2.0 drive, even supporting USB 1.1 and UDMA/100 specifications. Plug-and-play operations and hotswappability means your data can move when and where you need it to. Bus-power support lets you use the newly enclosed hard drive without connecting to an additional power source. Moreover, it even supports Windows 98, 98 SE, ME, 2000, XP and Mac Os 8.6 and above operating systems. It comes with driver disk, user manual, screwdriver, AC Adapter: No Material: Aluminum Internal Interface: IDE Maximum Capacity (per Bay): Up to 1TB (9.5mm thickness) Features: Ultra Light Aluminum Case, Equipped with LED indicator for Power and Action status, USB Bus-power support, Plug and Play Operating Systems Supported: Windows 2000/XP/Vista/7 and Mac OS X and above, Linux kernel after 2.4.1.0 Package Contents: 2.5" External Enclosure USB Cable Screwdriver Leather Wallet Driver Disk User Manual Parts: 1 year |
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MASSCOOL UE211 External Enclosure $9.99 If you want an enclosure with superior durability, flexibility and portability, look no further than the MASSCOOL UE211 2.5" external enclosure. This enclosure features an extra slim design for easy portabilty when you are on the go. The aluminum casing coupled with mirror finish gives you an elegant look and more effective cooling. An LED indicator that displays your power status. The MASSCOOL UE211 is designed to deliver high-performance at the desk or on the move. USB 2.0 connections give you transfers of up to 480 Mbps, and it supports USB 1.1 as well. This enclosure can be used as an external storage solution for any 2.5" parallel ATA (IDE) hard drive, as well as for Notebooks HDDs measuring up to 9.5 mm. Slim, cool and reliable, this is proof you can take it with you. AC Adapter: No Material: Aluminum Dimensions: 4.92" x 2.95" x 0.50" Internal Interface: IDE Features: USB2.0 HDD Enclosures provides cutting-edge technology with maximum durability, flexibility and portability. Extra slim design and Aluminum casing, made for high performance at your desktop and on the go. Windows Requirements USB 2.0: Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP USB 1.1: Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP Your hardware device must have proper port or PCI card Mac Requirements USB 2.0: Mac OS 10.2 or higher USB 1.1: Mac OS 9.1 or higher (You must update the USB extension to v1.41 or higher between Mac OS 8.6 and Mac OS 9.04) Your hardware device must have proper port or PCI card Weight: 0.13 lbs. Package Contents: 2.5" External Enclosure USB Cable Screwdriver Leather Wallet Driver Disk User Manual... |
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LaCie Porsche Design P'9220 500GB External USB 30 Portable Hard Drive - Aluminum $109.99 Store important files with this external hard drive that features a 500GB capacity and automatic backup to help protect your data. The aluminum casing guards your hard drive against damage. |
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macally PHR-250CC External Enclosure $29.99 With sleek aluminum skin and sturdy structure, the macally PHR-250CC external enclosure provides a safe, cool case for 2.5" internal IDE hard drives.It is versatile enough to operate smoothly with both PC and Macs, and includes two FireWire (IEEE 1394) ports so it can get daisy-chained with other drives. Connection options provide choices for optimum data transfer speeds. Things inside are kept cool by the aluminum body substituting as a heat sink, and your data truly portable, because you can move it from computer to computer without rebooting, thanks to plug-and-play and hotswapable operation. LEDs indicate power and operation status, and rubber strips at the top and bottom of this product that absorb shock for smoother operation of this device. The USB power cable included can be used for providing additional power supply to the drive. macally brings us another great option for portable data storage! AC Adapter: No Material: Aluminum Dimensions: 3" x 5.1" x 0.8" Internal Interface: IDE Features: Compact size for portability Shock absorbent rubber strip on top and bottom Solid Aluminum body for protection and excellent heat dissipation Design for 2.5" IDE HDD (up to 9mm height) Works with both Mac and PC computers Supports both USB2.0 & USB1.1 connection Supports IEEE 1394 A FireWire connection Dual FireWire ports for daisy chain Supports hot plug and play Active LED to indicate power and data access No AC power adapter required Operating Systems Supported: Windows XP/Vista/7; Max OS 10.1 to 10.7 Weight: 6.9oz Package Contents: 2.5" External Enclosure USB Cable USB Power Cable Firewire Cable Driver Disk |
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SEM6 Range Hood External $1367.1 This 1100-CFM motor has an aluminum die-cast motor and works with the SUT 951 and SUT 950 range hoods |
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SEM1 Range Hood External $562.5 This 600-CFM motor has an aluminum die-cast motor and works with the SUT 951 and SUT 950 range hoods |
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macally PHR-100AC External Enclosure $43.99 The powerful Macally PHR-100AC 3.5" external enclosure boasts a plethora of positive properties. This enclosure supports 3.5" ATA hard drives for up to your largest storage needs. It includes a USB 2.0 interface for faster data transfers or it's backward compatible with USB 1.1. it supports the IEEE 1394A (FireWire) interface to complete your connection options. The enclosure is Plug-and–Play compatible, and so easily installed and uninstalled without re-starts. The active LEDs display power and data access status. What truly sets apart this enclosure is the secure key for user authentication and access control. It features real-time hardware based encryption, and bit-by-bit automatic encryption for the entire hard drive including boot sector, for ensuring data privacy. The sturdy aluminum body protects the drive, and also helps cooling. For rigidity against shocks, the PHR-100AC has shock absorbent rubber strips on top and bottom, and the stackable design ensures the enclosure can be placed with ease. Th AC Adapter: AC adapter included Material: Aluminum Dimensions: 5.2" x 8.7" x 1.8" Internal Interface: IDE Features: Solid Aluminum body for protection and excellent heat dissipation Shock absorbent rubber strip on top and bottom Supports any capacity 3.5" ATA Hard Drives Works with both Mac and PC computers Supports both USB2.0 & USB1.1 connection Supports IEEE 1394A FireWire connection Dual FireWire ports for daisy chain Stackable design Supports hot plug and play Active LED to indicate power and data access Operating Systems Supported: Windows XP/Vista/7; Max OS 10.1 to 10.7 Weight: 1.3lbs Package Contents: 3.5" External Enclosure USB Cable Firewire Cable Power Cord Power Adapter Driver Disk |



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