Iomega Prestige 1 TB USB 2.0 Desktop External Hard Drive 34919 (Gray) Review
Im not an IT person or hardware expert, just so you know from the start. I do some video editing and have a HUGE iTunes library, so I ran out of room quickly.
I plugged this in, and it worked. That simple. Just shows up as another drive on your 'my computer' window (if you use windows, dont know about Mac). It makes some funny sounds when it fires up, but never had any problems. There is about a 10 second delay after you 'wake' your computer before the drive is accessible, dont see how that would be a problem for most though.
Ive used this for a couple months now. File transfers are fast and I can watch videos and play music directly off of the drive through my computer, dont need to 'transport' them from the drive to my computer to use them.
I like this product, its cheap and works well, lots of room for data and files.
Sorry, Im not a IT guy, or hardware guru, or Id tell you more. But for an average user like me, I love it, never had a problem, and suits my needs perfectly.
Iomega Prestige 1 TB USB 2.0 Desktop External Hard Drive 34919 (Gray) Feature
- Easy-to-use - Simple USB 2.0 interface; just plug and play
- Stylish & Durable - Now more compact and available in a charcoal gray brushed finish; sturdy aluminum construction and includes stand
- Secure - Iomega Protection Suite software includes Trend Micro Internet Security (1 year subscription), Iomega QuikProtect, EMC Retrospect, and MozyHome Online Backup Service (2GB free)
- 3 Year Warranty with product registration
Iomega Prestige 1 TB USB 2.0 Desktop External Hard Drive 34919 (Gray) Overview
The Iomega Prestige Desktop Hard Drive USB 2.0 provides a simple and affordable solution for all your storage needs. Ideal for adding capacity to your system, this stylish drive offers a sturdy aluminum construction and included stand. Available in up to 2TB capacity, it's the easiest way to save photos, music, videos, and more, plus the Prestige Desktop Hard Drive is powered by an Energy Star qualified adapter for a better environment! Iomega Protection Suite software is included with solutions to access your PC, easily backup your data, and protect your computer and online experience. Software is available via download! The suite includes Trend Micro Internet Security (1 year subscription), Iomega QuikProtect, EMC Retrospect, and MozyHome Online Backup Service (2GB free).
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It works for me, so far. - K. Harper -
I purchased this from other retailer along with 500GB version too. Both are working pretty well on our wireless network we have in the house, and one is directly connected on my Dell desktop. I never experienced any issues with these drives so far, and it's been close to a year now. I don't know if I'll experience some problem after a year passes but just wanted to drop a note since these drives are okay for me.
Move along folks, better externals out there. - M. Patten - Eden Prairie, MN
This product worked great for about a year, put all my valuable data on it and let it sit on my desk. I probably used the drive a few times a week. I rarely ever left it on because it would tend to get pretty warm, which is typical for a hard drive anyway. Never really had any connectivity problems between the PC and the device itself. I've used XP, Vista x64 and both operating systems seem to work well. After a year or so, the device finally stopped working, had to rip it apart and test the components out. I ended up finding the cuplrit which was the Seagate HDD that was used as the storage. I tend to try and stay away from Seagate HDD's. Working in the storage industry, particulary with Seagate drives and having owned many seagate drives myself they have a high rate of failure. I'd much prefer a Western Digital and will next time avoid IOMEGA products due to the use of Seagate drives. If you want to use this as a backup device and store precious data, then please look elseware and get yourself a western digital solution or other more reliable storage device. If you need a quick large storage solution and don't plan on keeping things long term on this drive or be it all data can be expendible then this may be just what your looking for. Do not forget, if you do buy this product make sure to register with IOMEGA to get the 3 year warranty on the External. However this still does not protect your data from mechanical drive problems, just replacement of the bad hardware.
Don't Buy!! - ChE from Orl - Orlando, FL USA
I bought this a few months ago from Amazon and have been very disappointed. It is painful to use as it only works part of the time and then locks my system up. I've tried it on three different computers and a laptop with the same results. I should have sent it back but was too lazy to go through the process. It will probably sit on my shelf and collect dust till I throw it away one day. Really sad!
