Dr Gadget - Gadget Shop - Freecom Classic 250GB External HDD, USB2 Black

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Batteries Included: 0 Binding: Electronics Brand: Freecom EAN: 4021801295347 Feature: Freecom Is Fragile: 0 Label: Freecom Manufacturer: Freecom Model: 29534 Publisher: Freecom Release Date: 2007-08-07 Studio: Freecom
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Spotlight customer reviews: Customer Rating: Summary: Does a good job Comment: I have two of the 250GB model on the go, one backing up a Sony Vaio laptop (weekly) and one backing up a new iMac on its 'Time Machine' every hour on the hour. They have been humming away in the background for about two months without any problems so far. My rating reflects experience to date. Customer Rating: Summary: Does what it says on the tin... Comment: I've got this and a smaller version of a Freecom hard drive. Both have been a doddle to install, look good and have given me no problems whatsoever. For the price I don't think you can go wrong with one of these. Customer Rating: Summary: Five star can't fault it! Comment: I've used a number of Freecom devices, In my office we have 6 of these 250gb models in use 9 - 5.30, 5 days a week and touch wood no problems to report. Hard drives can fail or pack up at any time without warning, knowing that Freecom has UK based support gives me peace of mind that any problems i may have will quickly be resolved. Customer Rating: Summary: In the long run, unreliable Comment: I've the 160GB version and after about 2 years and two months it's packed up - which I don't think is that long a product-life. It's been stored at the back of the PC but with plenty of air and no movement at all - so it's not been mistreated or damaged. I used this as the backup for my data. Fortunately the PC is fine so I'll look to replace the Freecom with some other make - definitely not another Freecom. Customer Rating: Summary: Freeecom Classic HD Comment: The Freecom Classic HD drive is fine when it works, but we have had two fail, one after 12 months and its replacement after 2 years. It's impossible to recommend any Freecom drive on that basis. Freecom support is extremely helpful and quick, but their 'Returns' department is unyielding, sticking to the warranty terms of 'two years from original purchase', regardless of the case. They seem to be more worried that they 'can't take this product back as we would not be credited by our supplier.' I thought they qwere the supplier! Draw your own conclusion. We have bought a Seagate unit instead. More Reviews
Editorial Reviews: Stylish and cost-effective external hard drive solution Today?s world is all about Gigabytes. Programs and data take up more and more storage space. The need for installing an extra hard drive on your PC or Mac is more present than ever. Opening your computer case and installing an internal hard drive can be a difficult job. So why not take the easy route? Freecom offers you the perfect storage upgrade for your computer: the new Freecom Hard Drive Classic, a no-nonsense external hard drive. No need to open your computer; just plug the Hard Drive into the USB (2.0 or 1.1) port of your PC or MAC and you instantly have a substantial increase in storage space. The Freecom Hard Drive Classic is pre-formatted so you?re ready to use your drive seconds after connecting it to your computer. At Freecom we create storage solutions from a consumer?s perspective, where convenience, design and quality are key factors. Free your mind! External USB 2.0 Hard Drive ? Fast, low noise external USB 2.0 Hard Drive ? Quiet drive thanks to fanless design ? Including LED hard drive capacity indicator ? The easiest way to add extra storage capacity to your computer ? Hot swappable, no need to turn off your computer ? No device ID?s or terminations to worry about ? High quality, sleek design, only 20 x 11,5 x 4 cm ? One year manufacturers warranty, free helpdesk support Ideal for home and office use Home use: ? Store all your digital photo?s, music, movies, games on one central location ? Take the Freecom Hard Drive Classic with you and share your files with friends ? Make an extra backup of all your important documents and files Office use: ? Store all your spreadsheets, documents, presentations on one central location ? Take the drive home or on the road and work on your files away from the office ? Make an extra backup of your valuable work files ? Share data between computers and networks ? Use the Freecom Hard Drive Classic fo