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So, you've made the decision to buy a PlayStation 3? You're not the only one - to date over 5.75 million units have sold worldwide. You can't go wrong with a PS3 as it offers the best graphics and value for gamers out there. The trouble is, should you go for a 40GB, 60GB, or 80GB hard drive?
The choice really depends on what you will be using the PS3 for and how much money you are willing to spend. There are some differences between the hard drive models that you will want to pay close attention to.
The new 40GB model has just recently debuted. Many people will be excited that this has a low price tag compared to the higher models. Before you decide to purchase the 40GB model though, make sure it has everything you will need in your PS3 gaming system.
The 40GB version is no longer backwards compatible with PlayStation 2 titles. For those of you who have built up quite a large library of PS2 games, you will want to steer clear of this model when you order PlayStation 3. If you are new to PlayStation, or have sold off all of your old games, this won't matter so much to you.
Another consideration is that it will only have two USB slots instead of four. There will also be no multi-memory port. If you are going to need to connect many peripherals to your PS3, then this 40GB model is not for you.
However, if you simply want to take advantage of the best gaming system out there at the best price possible, you will definitely want the 40GB model. It still offers out of this world graphics, online game play, and great functionality.
There has also been a recent price drop for the 60GB model if you are interested in having more storage space and backwards compatibility. This is great news for those who have been holding off on buying a PS3 for price reasons. The Xbox 360 is comparable to this 60GB model, but you will be getting a much better deal with you buy a PlayStation 3.
The 60GB PS3 will have four USB ports vs. the two ports the 40GB model contains. If you have a lot of things you will need to connect to your PS3, then the 60GB model may be the way to go.
If you like to play PlayStation 2 games, and have sold off your old system, you will want to get the 60GB version. In fact, the 60GB version is the most full featured of all three of your choices. If you want to have the most features and get the most out of your money, the 60GB version is a perfect fit for you. Hurry though, as Sony are phasing out this version. No more 60GB units are being manufactured - once they sell out that's it!
The 80GB hard drive may be good for people who want to turn their PlayStation 3 console into a full-fledged computer system. You have the option to install Linux on the system and use it as you would any PC.
However, many will find that the 80GB is simply too much and they could never hope to fill up that hard drive. The 80GB version also has limited backward compatibility. It contains the same number of USB ports and functions as the 60GB version otherwise. The 80GB version is currently only available in the US.
In order to make the best decision for you, you will want to take a hard look at your needs. If you want a bare bones system that will introduce you to the wonderful world of PS3, then look no further than the 40 GB model. If you want to save a lot of things on your PlayStation 3 or turn it into a computer, you should go ahead and get the 80 GB model. However, the majority of people will do well to purchase the 60GB model as it has all the storage, USB ports, and backwards functionality you could ever need.
Have fun PlayStation 3 hunting!
Christopher Edwards is a self-confessed console fanatic. His current babe is the PlayStation 3. If he's not playing on it, he's writing about it. He is the webmaster of http://www.PS3-Preorder-Fever.co.uk - the best UK online resource for all of your PS3 buying needs.
Head on over to make sure you're not throwing away money by purchasing at the wrong places. Here you will find a complete list of all PlayStation 3 stockists online and the PS3 deals they are offering, plus links to online retailers with the lowest priced PS3 merchandise.
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Aluratek / Aluratek AHDDU100F /HDD Docking Enclosure / AHDDU100F $41.48 Aluratek - Aluratek AHDDU100F /HDD Docking Enclosure - AHDDU100F |
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Antec / SATA HDD Docking Station / EASYSATA $34.77 Antec - SATA HDD Docking Station - EASYSATA |
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2 SATA HDD hard drive to USB eSATA Dock Docking Station $36.32 ALL IN ONE HDD Docking Dual Station Support 3.5 2.5 IDE USB eSATA SATA HDD Docking Station |
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2.5/3.5 inch SATA to USB2.0 + eSATA HDD Docking Enclosure $24.99 2.5/3.5 inch SATA to USB2.0 + eSATA HDD Docking Enclosure |
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Startech.com / StarTech.com eSATA USB to SATA External HDD Docking Station / SATDOCKCRH $52.01 Startech.com - StarTech.com eSATA USB to SATA External HDD Docking Station - SATDOCKCRH |
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ThermalTake HDD Docking Station eSATA&USB-SATA Black EN-ST0005U $49.87 ThermalTake HDD Docking Station eSATA&USB-SATA Black EN-ST0005U |
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COMBO SATA HDD CLASSIC II DOCKING W/CARD $97.99 COMBO SATA HDD CLASSIC II DOCKING W/CARD |
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SIIG USB 3.0 to 2.5" SATA HDD/SSD Mini Docking $70.66 USB TO SATA HDD/SSD 2.5IN CONVSUPERSPEED MINI DOCKING |
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FREE SHIPPING ALL IN 1 HDD Docking Dual Station Support 3.5 2.5 IDE USB eSATA SATA HDD Docking Station $57.89 FREE SHIPPING ALL IN 1 HDD Docking Dual Station Support 3.5 2.5 IDE USB eSATA SATA HDD Docking Station |
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Startech.com / StarTech.com USB to SATA HDD Docking Station for 2.5in SATA HDD / SATDOCK25U $30.26 Startech.com - StarTech.com USB to SATA HDD Docking Station for 2.5in SATA HDD - SATDOCK25U |
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IDE HDD Docking Station, HDD Docking, Dual 3.5/2.5 IDE/SATA HDD dock / Docking station - SD & HUB $44.25 Ide HDD Docking Station, Dual 3.5"/2.5" IDE/SATA all in one card reader with usb hub OTG Good prices & best quality CE/ROHS |
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Free shipping wholesale best price & good quality HDD Docking Station, 3.5/2.5 SATA HDD dock / Docking station $20.23 wholesale HDD Docking Station, 3.5"/2.5" SATA HDD dock station Good prices & Best quality Fastest delivery & best services |
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Aluratek AHDDU100F /HDD Docking Enclosure $36.99 1 1 Year Limited 1 x 3.5" - 1/3H Internal 1 x Serial ATA/300 1 x Serial ATA/300 Internal 1 x Type B USB 2.0 External 12 V DC Power Adapter 2 A 2.75" Height x 3.50" Width x 5.25" Depth 3.5" 9.60 oz AHDDU100F 2.5"/3.5" HDD Docking Enclosure USB 2.0 Cable (Type A to B) Power Adapter Quick Start Guide Warranty / Registration Card Operating Systems: Windows 2000, XP and Vista Mac OS 10.3 or later Compatible with all 2.5" and 3.5" SATA I/II Hard Drives Easily access your bare Hard Drive data without having to open up an enclosure. Simply slide your 2.5" or 3.5" Sata bare drive into the universal docking slot and you can instantly access all your data. With Hi-Speed USB 2.0 connectivity you can enjoy blazing fast transfer speeds. There is no software to configure and most Operating Systems are supported. This is a great solution for test benches or anyone wanting instant access to their hard drive data. The AHDDS100F is also a great solution to test any old Sata drive or retrieve any old bare drive data from your computer. AHDDU100F AHDDU100F /HDD Docking Enclosure Aluratek Aluratek, Inc External External Enclosure Not Applicable Storage Enclosure www.aluratek.com |
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FREE SHIPPING wholesale Hot Sell ! ALL IN 1 HDD Docking Dual Station Support 3.5 2.5 IDE USB eSATA SATA HDD Docking Station $34.74 NEW DUAL TWIN 3.5"/2.5" IDE SATA HDD Docking Station +Card Reader HUB Free Shipping |
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StarTech.com USB to SATA HDD Docking Station for 2.5in SATA HDD $15.99 1 Year 1 x 22-pin SATA 1 x 5-pin Mini Type B USB 1.06 oz 1.42" Height x 0.98" Width x 3.23" Depth OS Compatibility: Windows ME Windows 2000 Windows XP (32/64bit) Windows Vista (32/64bit) Windows 7 (32/64bit) Linux Max OS 9.2 Chipset ID JMicron JM20329 Star Hard Drives: 2.5" SATA 2.5" SSD Solid State Drive CE FC The SATDOCK25U Hard Drive Docking Station provides full, instant access to any 2.5in SATA (SATA, SATA II, SATA III) hard drive or solid state drive - without having to mount the hard drive in a computer or install it in an enclosure! This highly compact HDD dock offers the portability needed to add simple external storage to virtually any USB-capable computer, making it a definite asset to have on hand to connect external (bare) hard drives even in mobile computing applications. Plus, it's small form factor design requires minimal space on a desktop or work bench Simply insert a 2.5in SATA hard drive or SSD into the dock, then connect the hard drive dock to a host computer through USB 2.0. To uninstall or swap the hard drive, simply disconnect the USB cable and remove the drive from the dock! In addition to providing a fast convenient way to access or recover data from a mobile 2.5in drive this dock is completely USB powered, so no power adapter is required. The HDD Dock supports plug and play hard drive installation on most operating systems, and offers data transfer speeds of up to 480Mbps - a convenient alternative to external hard drive enclosures that saves the time needed to prepare the drive for conventional installation. Black Hard Drive Hard Drive Cradle Not Applicable RoHS SATDOCK25U StarTech.com USB USB to SATA HDD Docking Station for 2.5in SATA HDD Wired Yes www.startech.com |
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Startech.com / StarTech UNIDOCK2U USB to SATA IDE External HDD Docking Station Retail / UNIDOCK2U $64.26 Startech.com - StarTech UNIDOCK2U USB to SATA IDE External HDD Docking Station Retail - UNIDOCK2U |
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Thermaltake / Thermaltake Removable Storage ST0019U BlacX 5G Docking Station USB3.0 2.5/3.5inch SATA HDD Retail / ST0019U $57.89 Thermaltake - Thermaltake Removable Storage ST0019U BlacX 5G Docking Station USB3.0 2.5/3.5inch SATA HDD Retail - ST0019U |
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Thermaltake / Thermaltake ST0005U BlacX HDD Docking Station 2.5/3.5-inch SATA to eSATA/USB2.0 Black / ST0005U $50.36 Thermaltake - Thermaltake ST0005U BlacX HDD Docking Station 2.5/3.5-inch SATA to eSATA/USB2.0 Black - ST0005U |
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Thermaltake / Thermaltake Case VM600M1W2Z Dokker Mid-Tower Computer Single HDD Docking RTL / VM600M1W2Z $74.38 Thermaltake - Thermaltake Case VM600M1W2Z Dokker Mid-Tower Computer Single HDD Docking RTL - VM600M1W2Z |
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Thermaltake / Thermaltake N0028USU BlacX 2.5/3.5-inch SATA HDD Docking Station USB2.0 RoHS / N0028USU $46.48 Thermaltake - Thermaltake N0028USU BlacX 2.5/3.5-inch SATA HDD Docking Station USB2.0 RoHS - N0028USU |
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StarTech.com USB 3.0 to SATA IDE HDD Docking Station for 2.5in or 3.5in Hard Drive - Black UNIDOCK3U $81.92 StarTech.com USB 3.0 to SATA IDE HDD Docking Station for 2.5in or 3.5in Hard Drive - Black UNIDOCK3U |
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Aluratek AHDDU100F /HDD Docking Enclosure - Storage Enclosure - 1 x 3.5" - 1/3H Internal - External $35.43 Aluratek AHDDU100F /HDD Docking Enclosure - Storage Enclosure - 1 x 3.5" - 1/3H Internal - External |
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StarTech.com 4 Bay USB 3.0 to SATA Hard Drive Docking Station for 2.5/3.5 HDD - Black SATDOCK4U3 $200.25 StarTech.com 4 Bay USB 3.0 to SATA Hard Drive Docking Station for 2.5/3.5 HDD - Black SATDOCK4U3 |
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SIIG USB 3.0 to 2.5" SATA HDD/SSD Mini Docking - Drive Dock - Black JUSA0L11S1 $37.17 SIIG USB 3.0 to 2.5" SATA HDD/SSD Mini Docking - Drive Dock - Black JUSA0L11S1 |
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SIIG SuperSpeed USB to SATA HDD Docking with Fan - storage controller - SATA-300 - SuperSpeed USB. Each $58 Manufacturer: SIIG, Inc.. Each. SIIG SuperSpeed USB to SATA HDD Docking with Fan is a SuperSpeed USB (USB 3.0) docking station for SATA 3Gb/s 3.5"/2.5" HDD. Device Type: Storage controller - external Interface Type: SuperSpeed USB Expansion Bays: 1 x hot- |
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4 Bay eSATA USB 3.0 to SATA Hard Drive Docking Station for 2.5/3.5 HDD - storage enclosure $183.99 StarTech.com 4 Bay eSATA USB 3.0 to SATA Hard Drive Docking Station for 2.5/3.5 HDD - Storage enclosure - 4 bays ( SATA-300 ) |
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USB to SATA External Hard Drive Docking Station for 2.5in SATA HDD - storage controller - SATA-300 - USB 2.0 $11.29 StarTech.com USB to SATA External Hard Drive Docking Station for 2.5in SATA HDD - Storage controller - 2.5" - SATA-300 - 300 MBps - USB 2.0 - black |
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4 Bay eSATA USB 2.0 to SATA Hard Drive Docking Station for 2.5/3.5 HDD - storage enclosure $139.99 StarTech.com 4 Bay eSATA USB 2.0 to SATA Hard Drive Docking Station for 2.5/3.5 HDD - Storage enclosure - 4 bays ( SATA-300 ) |
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USB 3.0 to 2.5 SATA HDD/SSD Mini Docking - storage controller - SATA-300 - SuperSpeed USB 3.0 $29.99 SIIG USB 3.0 to 2.5" SATA HDD/SSD Mini Docking - Storage controller - 2.5" - SATA-300 - 300 MBps - SuperSpeed USB 3.0 |
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StarTech.com eSATA USB to SATA External HDD Docking Station $46.99 1 1 Year 1 x 22-pin Male Serial ATA/300 Serial ATA Internal 1 x 7-pin Female Serial ATA/300 eSATA External 1 x Serial ATA/300 Hot-swappable 1 x Type B Female USB 2.0 USB External 12 V DC 14.58 oz 2 x Type A Female USB 2.0 USB External 2.5" 2.5"Dock 2.56" Height x 3.66" Width x 5.71" Depth 3.5" 3.5" - 1/3H Dock Access either 2.5" or 3.5" SATA drives and up to 13 different memory card formats from a single compact drive dock over USB 2.0. A top slot-loading design and unique drive ejection mechanism provides quick and easy access to the data without having to install drives into an enclosure or tray. Backed by a StarTech.com 1 year warranty and free lifetime technical support. CE FCC USB 1.1 Plug n Play eSATA USB to SATA External HDD Docking Station Hub Card Reader Power Adapter The SATDOCKCRH combines the convenience of a SATA docking station with a 13-in-1 card reader and 2-port USB hub, and can be connected to a host computer through either USB or eSATA. Providing immediate access to SATA hard drive contents, (by simply inserting the HDD into the SATA dock), SATDOCKCRH lets you copy the contents between your memory cards, flash drives and bare SATA hard drives all from one centrally connected device when connected to a computer. The HDD docking station supports data transfer speeds of up to 3 Gbps (using eSATA) and 480Mbps (using USB 2.0) between host and dock - ensuring effortless data dumps, backups and hassle-free file transfers. Docking Station Drive Dock External Not Applicable RoHS SATDOCKCRH StarTech.com Yes eSATA USB to SATA External HDD Docking Station www.startech.com |
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StarTech.com USB 3 SATA HDD Docking Station & Laptop Controller $80.99 1 1 Year 1 x 3.5" - 1/3H Dock 1 x 7-pin Female Serial ATA Internal 1 x Serial ATA 1 x Type B Female USB 3.0 USB External 12 V DC 2.50 A 3.5" CE FCC SuperSpeed USB 3.0 technology provides fast access for external storage, while still being backwards compatible with USB 2.0. Included ExpressCard USB 3.0 controller card enables older laptops to utilize USB 3.0 connectivity. Backed by a StarTech.com 1 year warranty and free lifetime technical support. USB 1.1 USB 2.0 Plug n Play USB 3 SATA HDD Docking Station & Laptop Controller Power Adapter The SATDOCKU3SE USB 3.0 Hard Drive Docking Station laptop bundle delivers full external access to any bare 2.5in or 3.5in SATA hard drive, without having to mount the drive in an enclosure or install the hard drive within a computer case. A versatile external storage solution bundled specifically for laptop users, the USB 3.0 HDD docking station includes a 2-port USB 3.0 ExpressCard, which adds two USB 3.0 connections from the host computer to deliver an all-in-one plug and play storage solution that provides access to the hard drive inserted in the dock without having to reboot the computer. Relying on the outstanding data throughput support of USB 3.0, the docking station is capable of data transfer speeds of up to 5Gbps and is backward compatible with USB 2.0/1.1 interface connections (limited to USB 2.0/1.1 speeds unless connected through USB 3.0). Black Docking Station Drive Dock External Hot-swappable Not Applicable RoHS SATDOCKU3SE StarTech.com USB 3 SATA HDD Docking Station & Laptop Controller Yes www.startech.com |
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StarTech.com USB 3 SATA HDD Docking Station with PCIe Controller $78.99 1 1 Year 1 x 3.5" - 1/3H Internal 1 x 7-pin Female Serial ATA Internal 1 x Serial ATA 1 x Type B Female USB 3.0 USB External 12 V DC 2.50 A 3.5" CE FCC SuperSpeed USB 3.0 technology provides fast access for external storage, while still being backwards compatible with USB 2.0. Included PCI Express USB 3.0 controller card enables older systems to utilize USB 3.0 connectivity. Backed by a StarTech.com 1 year warranty and free lifetime technical support. USB 1.1 USB 2.0 Plug n Play USB 3 SATA HDD Docking Station with PCIe Controller Power Adapter The SATDOCKU3SP USB 3.0 Hard Drive Docking Station desktop bundle delivers full external access to any bare 2.5in or 3.5in SATA hard drive, without having to mount the drive in an enclosure or install the hard drive within a computer case. A versatile, high-value external storage solution, the USB 3.0 HDD docking station includes a 2-port USB 3.0 PCIe (PCI Express x1) adapter card, which adds two USB 3.0 connections from the host computer to deliver an all-in-one plug and play storage solution that provides access to the hard drive inserted in the dock without having to reboot the computer. Relying on the outstanding data throughput support of USB 3.0, the docking station is capable of data transfer speeds of up to 5Gbps and is backward compatible with USB 2.0/1.1 interface connections (limited to USB 2.0/1.1 speeds unless connected through USB 3.0). Black Docking Station Drive Dock External Hot-swappable Not Applicable RoHS SATDOCKU3SP StarTech.com USB 3 SATA HDD Docking Station with PCIe Controller Yes www.startech.com |
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UNITEK Y-1032 3.5' IDE to SATA HDD Rear Attached Docking Converter $16.2 - Model: Y-1032- Apply to all kinds of "UNITEK" HDD Docking Stations- Easy to install without driver- Supports SATA II standard, compatible with SATA I- Supports SATA hot-swappable 7, Ultra-low power- Supports ATA /ATAPI data transfer rate up to16.7,25,33,48,66,100,133, and 150MB/s.- SATA data transfer rate up to 1.5Gbps- Supports Win98,SE, Me, 2000, XP, Vista,Win 7, Mac and LinuxSpecificationsDimensions: 4.09 in x 2.48 in x 1.02 inWeight: 3.92 oz |
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StarTech.com USB SATA IDE HDD Docking Station for 2.5/3.5in $54.99 1 1 Year 1 x 40-pin IDC Male EIDE/ATAPI Internal 1 x 44-pin IDC Male EIDE/ATAPI Internal 1 x 7-pin Serial ATA Internal 1 x Type B Female USB 2.0 USB External 110 V AC 14.57 oz 2.5" 2.5"Dock 2.56" Height x 3.66" Width x 5.71" Depth 220 V AC 3.5" 3.5" - 1/3H Dock CE FCC Connect a SATA and IDE hard drive at the same time to a computer or separately, through a single USB 2.0 connection. A top slot-loading design and unique drive ejection mechanism provides quick and easy access to the data without having to install drives into an enclosure or tray. Backed by a StarTech.com 1 year warranty and free lifetime technical support. USB 1.1 Plug n Play USB to SATA/IDE External Hard Drive Dock Power Adapter Connect both an IDE and SATA hard drive to a computer through USB 2.0. The UNIDOCK2U HDD Docking Station delivers full, instant access to any 2.5" and/or 3.5" IDE or SATA hard drive without having to mount the drive in a computer, or install it in an external enclosure. Connected to the host computer through a single USB 2.0 connection, both an IDE hard drive and a SATA hard drive (SATA, SATA II, SATA III) can be connected to the HDD dock simultaneously - a convenient solution for migrating data from an IDE drive to a SATA drive or vice versa, or simply harnessing fast and simple access to the contents on both hard drives. The hard drive docking station provides the ideal solution for any laptop or desktop application, with support for plug and play hard drive installation on most operating systems to ensure easy hard drive swapping and convenient access to valuable data. Black Docking Station Drive Dock External Hot-swappable IDE Not Applicable RoHS Serial ATA StarTech.com UNIDOCK2U USB SATA IDE HDD Docking Station for 2.5/3.5in Yes www.startech.com |
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USB to SATA IDE Hard Drive Docking Station 2.5/3.5in HDD Dock - storage controller - IDE / SATA-300 - USB 2.0 $53.99 StarTech.com USB to SATA IDE Hard Drive Docking Station 2.5/3.5in HDD Dock - Storage controller - 2.5" 3.5" - IDE / SATA-300 - 300 MBps - USB 2.0 - black |
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USB 3.0 Dual Docking Station $67.99 Dual HDD Docking station supports USB 3.0 Raid and GPM (Green Power Management). Accepts up to 2 SATA HDDs; Supports Hot-Swap and Plug & Play; Transfer rate up to 5Gbps; includes Hi Quality USB3.0 cable for rapid data access and exchange; Blue LED HDD access indicator. |
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Icy Dock MB881US-1S-1 EZ-DOCK HDD Docking Station Enclosure $51.99 1 1 x 3.5" - 1/3H Hot-swappable 1 x Serial ATA/300 1 x Serial ATA/300 Internal 1 x USB 2.0 External 1 x eSATA External 3.5" 4.96" Height x 4.17" Width x 3.62" Depth 9.36 oz Compatible with both 3.5" & 2.5" SATA I/II hard drive support hot swap Plastic body with aluminum alloy stand User friendly Screw-less design just plug in the hard drive and play Protective pouch protect your HDD and important data when using as portable 2.5" enclosure The MB881 Series MB881US-1S-1 EZ-DOCK HDD docking station enclosure is ICY DOCK's first docking station built for 3.5" and 2.5" SATA hard drives. It provides a USB for universal support and e-SATA for up to 3 Gb/sec transfer rate. The on/off button switch makes it easy to conserve energy and extend the life of a drive. When using the USB, you can use only the USB bus to power your 2.5" drive, allowing less wires to be used on the dock. The stand is easily detachable and allows the dock for better portability. This lightweight dock can lay on any surface for hard drive stability and is small enough to grasp with just a hand. Best of all, the carrying case lets you carry your dock and 2.5" hard drive anywhere you go. Moreover, both the dock and the stand are light enough to move and reposition in different areas. This simply, yet elegant, design will definitely stand out in any room and will work on any Windows and Mac systems. External External Enclosure Icy Dock MB881 MB881US-1S-1 MB881US-1S-1 EZ-DOCK HDD Docking Station Enclosure Not Applicable Storage Enclosure www.icydock.com |
