Seagate ST302504FDA1E1-RK FreeAgent Desktop 250 GB 3.5" USB 2.0 External Hard Drive by Seagate
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Digital camera reviews of Seagate ST302504FDA1E1-RK FreeAgent Desktop 250 GB 3.5" USB 2.0 External Hard Drive
Digital camera Review: Elegant looking but flawed in performance
Summary: 3 Stars
Like the previous review, the only gripe that I have is that it isn't recognized when I first boot. It hangs in the post when it gets to that drive and I have to start the boot over again and then it is recognized and the boot continues normally. It's as if the post sends the inquiry to the device before the drive is powered up. So, as long as I reboot, the drive is still powered up and there is no hesitation on recognition.
I have several other external drives, namely the Seagate eSATA External Hard Drive with the power switch and have been satisfied with them. Apparently they power down if you aren't using them event though the power switch is on. This causes a brief delay when you want to access them but they are recognized with no problem in the boot process.
Digital camera Review: Excellent Experience After 8 months
Summary: 5 Stars
I don't know about those who wrote negative reviews but I've had mine for about 8 months now. No problems what-so-ever. What Todd wrote below, I concur with. The no-software thing...yes, they maybe missed the boat promoting someone's software but that's a good thing for us end users. Personally, I'm tired of the bloatware and adware that gets loaded with those trial softwares. Thumbs up to Seagate for leaving that out!
And K. Gittens who wrote about the no writing to disk light. That very same long amber light you mentioned flashes quite boldly when the drive is reading or writing. Your PC's built in HD light isn't that bold.
The no power switch thing? Is that a con? Do we need one? Maybe some do but I don't. I want my drive ready at all times. I don't want to have to remember to reach over and power up the drive. That also would create problems if you create a scheduled automatic back up and had the power switch turned off.
For me, this drive is super easy to set up and use, and has been bullet proof so far. I've always been a Western Digital fan but had an opportunity to buy this drive at a great price. So far, I am not sorry I did!
The manual is a crack up. 5 x 5 inches on glossy paper.
Cover: "This Won't Take Long."
Page 1: "Take your FreeAgent desktop drive and cords out of the package."
Page 2: "Plug in the power cord."
Page 3: "Plug in the USB cable."
Page 4: "A few seconds after your FreeAgent desktop drive lights up, you're ready to go."
Back cover: "Please enjoy."
Literally folks, it's that easy. Even your new answering machine isn't that easy!
Good job, Seagate!
Digital camera Review: Excellent Hard Drive
Summary: 5 Stars
This is an excellent hard drive. I have transfered huge files and edited video on it with ease.Digital camera Review: Excellent Product
Summary: 5 Stars
Excellent Product. Got it for backing up a Mac. Took a few minutes to reset it for this use, but works exactly the way it should. Easy to set up and use.Digital camera Review: Excellent. No regret
Summary: 5 Stars
As a totally non-techie, I found this a great product. I set it up and backed up my iTunes and Photo Album in under 10 minutes. I agree with those who felt it would be good to have some kind of on/off switch but that's no big deal.