Seagate FreeAgent Pro USB/eSATA/FireWire external hard drive (320GB)

The good: AutoBackup and FreeAgent Tools software are easy to use and highly configurable; drive offers good gigabyte-per-dollar value; smooth interface with Internet Drive and Shutterfly; eSATA connectivity offers fast transfer speeds; elegant design; generous warranty.

The bad: Mac users can't take advantage of the bundled software; software installation is a bit slow; accessing your data "anywhere" requires you to have the foresight to upload it to the Internet Drive and potentially purchase more online storage capacity from Seagate; Shutterfly is the only online photo service it works with.

The bottom line: The Seagate FreeAgent Pro external hard drive is an elegant workaround for users who are intimidated by NAS drives. The bundled software is simple to use and makes copying your data to various location a cinch. We really like this external hard drive.


Specifications

Manufacturer:Seagate Technology Inc.


General

Device Type - Hard drive - External hard drive
Width - 1.4 in
Depth - 6.3 in
Height - 7.5 in

Hard Drive

Form Factor - 3.5"
Capacity - 320 GB
Interface type - IEEE 1394 (FireWire) / Hi-Speed USB / eSATA-300
Spindle speed - 7200 rpm

Storage Controller

Type - None

Storage Controller (2nd)

Type - None

Expansion / Connectivity

Interfaces - Hi-Speed USB, IEEE 1394 (FireWire), ESATA-300
Compatible Bays - None
Compatible Slots - x None

Miscellaneous

Cables Included - 1 x USB cable, 1 x IEEE 1394 cable
Package type - Retail

Power

External Hard Drive Power Source - Included AC adapter

System Requirements

OS Required - Microsoft Windows Vista, Apple MacOS X 10.3.9 or later, Apple MacOS X 10.4.6 or later, Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition, Microsoft Windows XP Professional, Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional

Software / System Requirements

Software type - Drivers & Utilities

Manufacturer Warranty

Service & support type - 5 years warranty
Service & Support Details - Limited warranty - 5 years

Price Around $ 250