Vantec NexStar 3 NST-360U2-BK 3.5-Inch IDE to USB 2.0 External Hard Drive Enclosure (Onyx Black)
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Manufacturer: Vantec USAModel: NST-360U2-BK
Product features:
- Mirror Finished Aluminum Casing Cools Down Your Hard Drive
- Easily Add Storage to Any System with USB or eSATA
- Hot-Swappable: Plug And Play Without Rebooting
- Compatible with PC or Mac
- Support 3.5-inch IDE Hard Drive up to 750GB
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Digital camera reviews of Vantec NexStar 3 NST-360U2-BK 3.5-Inch IDE to USB 2.0 External Hard Drive Enclosure (Onyx Black)
Digital camera Review: A great case that works.
Summary: 4 Stars
I spent several weeks researching this topic before I purchased. I also spent quite a bit of time in reading the customer reviews on Amazon.com. What I was finding with a lot of these enclosures, is that most of them did not work (according to customer reviews). I was just about ready to say "forget it", when I stumbled upon the Nexstar 3. I read the review, and decided to fork out the cash.
I have to say that this product lived up to my expectations. Installing an IDE disk was a straight-forward process, and it only took about ten minutes. One of my complaints, is that the case is a tight fit, and the screw mounts don't look to be sturdy. Also, the screws for the outside of the case had difficulty with being tightened. Other than that, installation was a snap.
Put it on your Windows XP equipped system, turn on the power, and voila! You're up and running in seconds. USB 2.0 provides speedy transfers, and everything seems to work. The package also comes with drivers for Win 98 on CD, although I do not know if they work, as I do not have this operating system on any of my computers.
The large blue LED light is a bit scary looking, and is bright enough to light up a room. The emblazoned Vantek emblem is nifty, but makes for a blinding experience if you happen to look directly at it.
In short, I will say that there are a few basic design flaws, but they are acceptable. The product works as advertised, and for the price, you really can't ask for more. If you're in dire need of an external enclosure, or are just looking to expand your storage capability, then I would highly recommend this product.
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Summary of Vantec NexStar 3 NST-360U2-BK 3.5-Inch IDE to USB 2.0 External Hard Drive Enclosure (Onyx Black)
Form and functionality collide with style in the NexStar 3 External Hard Drive Enclosure from Vantec. With its mirror finish, sleek curves and bold colors, the Vantec NexStar 3 stands out from the crowd. The sturdy drive cage protects your hard drive while the aluminum case effectively draws away the heat, protecting your drive from overheating. Available in 3 vivid colors (Onyx Black, Brilliant Red and Midnight Blue), the NexStar 3 lets you store your personal data in an enclosure that matches your style!Cameras and Photo
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