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    HD external Casing

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by monkeykevin, Jun 2, 2005.

  1. monkeykevin

    monkeykevin Notebook Geek

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    Hey, I just wanted to know where I could get a full size HD case for Desktop HD. Anyone know I good place or brand to get? I'm hopingto find one under $20 if possible.

    I found one one E-bay but its for a notebook and I dont have any EXTRA notebook HD around so I'm thinking of using the extra Desktop HD as a External back up or traiding files.

    If you can't answer the question above do you know where I could find a Notebook Casing too? doesn't hurt to buy one for future use.

    Thanks!
     
    monkeykevin, Jun 2, 2005
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  2. Venombite

    Venombite Notebook Virtuoso

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    Well, using the 3.5" drivers for external storage is a good idea, but they require an AC adapter to operate. They require a lot more power to run and will not run off your USB's power. Therefore you're always gonna have to carry an adapter with you. I'd go spend a bit more for a mid-large notebook drive and case. This way, all you need is the drive & a USB cable.

    If you do want to get the 3.5" cases, you can checkout www.NewEgg.com for the cases. They have a bunch in stock & some are as low as $19.99 for some lesser known brands.

    http://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductList.asp?Submit=Go&DEPA=0&type=&description=external+3.5+enclosure&Category=0&minPrice=&maxPrice=&Go.x=0&Go.y=0

    -Vb-
     
    Venombite, Jun 2, 2005
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  3. Arla

    Arla Notebook Deity

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    Compuseless also seem to be quite a good place, I can't recall the exact price, but I'm pretty sure that my notebook external casing was very cheap, it's just compuseless's own brand, but I've never had any issues with it.

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    Arla, Jun 3, 2005
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  4. asmdev

    asmdev Notebook Enthusiast

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    You may try usb->ide adapter like this http://sewelldirect.com/usbtoide.asp , easier to carry than a case but it still comes with a power adapter which is not light.
     
    asmdev, Jun 4, 2005
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