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    USB Powered HDD

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by INEEDMONEY, Aug 15, 2007.

  1. INEEDMONEY

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    I'm looking for a USB powered external HDD. Something small that I can travel with. I want as much space as possible. The highest USB powered i've found is 160GB which is good enough, but just wanted to know if anyone knew of anymore than that.

    Thanks
     
    INEEDMONEY, Aug 15, 2007
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  2. Johnny T

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    Why dont you buy the case and hdd separatly? that might widen your options on sizes.

    Also dont you mean USB connected or E-SATA wit power from USB?
     
    Johnny T, Aug 15, 2007
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  5. Lil Mayz

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    If your going to store more than 160GB on your external HDD, I highly recommend a AC powered drive, that is more safe and reliable.
     
    Lil Mayz, Aug 15, 2007
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    Yeah, probably what i'll end up doing. Thanks for suggestion.
     
    INEEDMONEY, Aug 15, 2007
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    yeah the link was for the UK because i wanted to show INEEDMONEY some examples. From that link he would have been able to get some information for himself then find the appropriate products in the US.
     
    tphilly1984, Aug 15, 2007
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