Iomega Prestige 500 GB USB Desktop Hard Drive

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The Iomega Prestige Desktop Hard Drive USB 2.0- 500GB 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. 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! EMC Retrospect HD (PC) software license is included for easy file backup (software via download). Also included is free MozyHome Online Backup (2GB online capacity).

Product Description: Iomega Prestige Desktop Hard Drive hard drive- 500 GB- Hi-Speed USB
Type: Hard drive- external
Form Factor: 3.5"
Dimensions (WxDxH): 7.8 in x 4.8 in x 1.2 in
Weight: 2.2 lbs
Enclosure Color: Dark silver
Localization: United States
Capacity: 500 GB
Interface Type: Hi-Speed USB
Data Transfer Rate: 480 Mbps
Buffer Size: 8 MB
OS Required: Apple MacOS X 10.1.5- 10.3- Microsoft Windows Vista / 2000 / XP
Power Source: Included AC adapter
Environmental Standards: EPA Energy Star

Specification	Description
Model	34270, 34270-
UPC	742709342707
Accessory Indicator	Yes
Age	Teen,Adult
Available for Store Pickup Spec Name: rshStandard	Yes
Benefits	Plenty of storage for your digital photos, music files, video files or important dataPreformatted for quick and easy set up; hot swap
Cables Included	USB cable, Power cord
Capacity UOM	mAh
Country Of Origin	China
Description Header	Easy on the budget and easy to use.
Display Catalog Number	25-492
Gender	Either
Included in the Box	Hard driveUSB cablePower cordStandUser's guides
Inputs	1 x USB(USB)
Interest	Computing
Manufacturer Labor Warranty	12
Manufacturer Parts Warranty	12
MAP Price	0.0
Model	34270
Operating Temperature UOM	° F
Outputs	1 x USB(USB)
Power Device	110VAC
Product Depth	7.82
Product Dimensions UOM	inches
Product Height	4.75
Product Type	External
Product Weight	2.15
Product Weight UOM	pounds
Product Width	1.22
Recipient	Mom,Dad,Sister,Brother,Daughter,Son,Significant Other,Myself
Required to function	Pentium™ II-class or equivalent processor or higherAvailable USB portMicrosoft Windows® Vista/2000 Professional/XP
Supported Languages	English

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Iomega Prestige 500 GB USB Desktop Hard Drive Reviews

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[1 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

★★★★☆

4.0

Pretty good, Cheap raw storage

"As a 500GB external usb drive... it's pretty darn good. almost inaudible. Missing some features that other external drives call standard. Cannot be powered off of usb ports alone(12 volt power supply, so can't even hack a DIY cable). Has a cheesy white led for on/activity. has only USB 2 connector(no firewire or eSATA :-(). No fan. which is good and bad. Means it can barely be heard even at full tilt read/wri..." Read Full Review »

Aug 19, 2008 by Technomancer

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3.0

Worthless - Can't fill up, Can't Buy Mor

"First, this drive is too cheap. I wanted to buy a more expensive one that would impress my buddies, but my old lady is all like, you gotta buy the one at Radio Shack cuz its big and cheap, like you. And I said fine, but I gotta buy six of them, to paint all six Ramune girls, and she's like, you can't buy six, you got to buy one, and when you fill it up, then you can get another one. Man, I've been trying all ..." Read Full Review »

Aug 22, 2009 by Skeeter

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Iomega Prestige 500 GB USB Desktop Hard Drive Review

Pretty good, Cheap raw storage

★★★★☆

4.0

"As a 500GB external usb drive... it's pretty darn good.

almost inaudible.

Missing some features that other external drives call standard. Cannot be powered off of usb ports alone(12 volt power supply, so can't even hack a DIY cable). Has a cheesy white led for on/activity. has only USB 2 conne …" Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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Aug 19 2008

Technomancer

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[17 of 21 customers found this review helpful]

Iomega Prestige 500 GB USB Desktop Hard Drive Review

Excellent Buy!!!

★★★★★

5.0

"Pros

This was so easy to install and use right away, just plug it in, and the work is done for you. It is extremely east to transfer files and access them later.

Cons

None

Additional Thoughts

We ordered this because our 10.1 mega pixel camera's pictures took up so much space on our computer. We …" Read Full Review »

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JDyer

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Iomega Prestige 500 GB USB Desktop Hard Drive Review

Worthless - Can't fill up, Can't Buy Mor

★★★☆☆

3.0

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

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Aug 22 2009

Skeeter

The Hamptons

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Iomega Prestige 500 GB USB Desktop Hard Drive Review

Easy to use on a Mac - chik chuk!

★★★★☆

4.0

"Backing up business files and personal files. Working with ProTools on a Mac. "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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Nov 10 2009

Dee

NYC

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Iomega Prestige 500 GB USB Desktop Hard Drive Review

Great Product

★★★★★

5.0

"This external hard drive is extremely easy to set-up and use. Simply plug it in and start using. There is absolutely no noise and in recent models they have dimmed the light so that isn't even an issue. I have purchased 5 of these in the past and, until someone shows me something better, will con …" Read Full Review »

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