Micronet Technology Fantom GreenDrive 2 TB USB 2.0/eSATA Desktop External Hard Drive GD2000EUS

by Micronet

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 9.1 x 3.5 inches ; 3.6 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 3.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B002XITVCA
• Item model number: GD2000EUS
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (55 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: February 15, 2010

Product Description

Capacity: 2 TB

From the Manufacturer

Whether you’re in the market for a backup hard drive or simply want to expand your data storage capacity, the Fantom Drives Green Drive External Hard Drive is the perfect addition to your digital life.

The Latest Advances in Power Saving Technology

The Green Drive External Hard Dive is like a curiously high-powered hybrid automobile. With only 40% of the power consumed by other drives, it saves you money on your monthly power bill.

Intense Speed and Flexibility

Additionally, no lead is used in any component of the GreenDrive, making it Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (ROHS) as well as California Electronic Waste Recycling Act compliant. As a matter of fact, even the soy-based inks used to print the box are .

Why Use Fantom's GreenDrive?

You don’t have to choose between high performance and portability any longer. With both the high-speed e-SATA connection, boasting a maximum throughput of 300MB/sec, and the universal availability of USB 2.0, you have the best of both worlds.

Reliable and Value-Added Solution

With it's easy installation and convenient backup software, you will be confidently backing up your critical data within minutes! This unit features all the ruggedness and durability that you've come to expect from Fantom Drives complete with a 2-year limited warranty. The GreenDrive eSATA & USB 2.0 is the perfect storage solution for any user with critical or valuable data - whether you want to store your DVD library, backup your music, photos, games or any personal or professional documents.

Award-Winning Backup Software

NTI Shadow 4 with Ninja provides automatic backup and sharing of files to most any computer or attached storage device on your network. You can schedule backups in various intervals and even select a specific file type with Shadow 4 file filtering. NTI Shadow 4 features also include Ninja public and private partitioning and encryption on the same USB drive, version control allowing for multiple revisions of important documents and offers a 1-Click Quick Restore - returning you to the backup file location for simple drag and drop restoration.

About The Manufacturer

22 Years of Storage You Can Rely On - MicroNet/Fantom Drives' mission is to meet the demands of today’s digital world by providing storage solutions with innovation, integrity and reliablility. Since its founding in 1988, MicroNet has sold its products exclusively through a select, global network of distributors, VARs and system integrators and have deployed over 21,000 systems to more than 52 countries. We have installed our systems in small and medium-sized enterprises as well as large global enterprises around the world. MicroNet/Fantom Drives' product line consists of external hard drives, RAID/NAS systems as well as the highly acclaimed GreenDrive series.

What's Included?

GreenDrive Enclosure

Hard Drive Stand

AC Power Cord

USB 2.0 Cable

Backup Software

User Manual

Product Description

The GreenDrive line of external USB and eSATA disk drives is a great storage solution for protecting all your photos, music, videos, and documents in one safe, convenient place. The GreenDrive features the latest advances in power saving technology and ROHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive) compliant materials and process. The GreenDrive gives the consumer the ability to minimize his or her carbon footprint without sacrificing performance. Fantom Drives GreenDrive USB 2.0 Hard Drives are a power conscious step forward to provide maximum capacity and performance while reducing power consumption by up to 40%. The GreenDrive USB 2.0 Hard Drive family feature sturdy aluminum casing to provide maximum durability, fan-free design for silent operation, and could be placed horizontally or stand vertically to allow maximum deskspace. Fantom Drives GreenDrives yield average drive power savings of 4-5 watts over competitors' drives while maintaining solid performance. That power savings equates to reducing CO2 emission by up to 60 kilograms per drive per year - the equivalent of taking your car off the road for 14 days each year. NTI Shadow 4 with Ninja provides automatic backup and sharing of files to most any computer or attached storage device on your network. You may choose to schedule backups in various intervals and even select a specific file type with file filtering. Additionally, NTI Shadow 4 features include Ninja encryption software so you can protect your valuable data through loss or theft.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

34 of 37 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars LOVE this HD, October 13, 2009

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G. West (Raleigh, NC) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Fantom GreenDrive II 1 TB USB 2.0/eSATA Desktop External Hard Drive GDII1000EU (Personal Computers)

I bought the first one of these when my LaCie drive failed. It has been fantastic, and I like that it powers down and hibernates. Yes, it may take a few seconds to power back up when you go to access it, but really, I don't see why these few seconds (maybe 5 - 10) would be an issue. I have one completely filled with music. It works like a champ when I am using it to listen to tunes. It only powers down when it is not being used/accessed. I have never had any issue with it, and liked it so much, I bought another. I have had one for at least a year and the second one for several months. Easily handled file transfer of over 200GB at once! Will be probably buy another one soon!

39 of 44 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars 5400 RPM Samsung Slow, July 20, 2010

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Telstar - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Micronet Technology Fantom GreenDrive 2 TB USB 2.0/eSATA Desktop External Hard Drive GD2000EUS (Personal Computers)

This is a Samsung Eco drive in the enclosure. The 2TB model does not come with eSata cable. This is a 5400 RPM drive and is slow.

On my system (Win 7) I had to make this drive discoverable by doing a Search in the Device Manager then assigning it in Disk Management...it did not install immediately nor automatically.

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Works Good, Very Good Price, November 4, 2010

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Chip Ray - See all my reviews

Amazon Verified Purchase

This review is from: Micronet Technology Fantom GreenDrive 2 TB USB 2.0/eSATA Desktop External Hard Drive GD2000EUS (Personal Computers)

It has been a few months now and I am very satisfied so far with my 2TB Fantom Green Drive. I always read reviews on Amazon before buying and this drive suited my uses. I wanted to have room and adequate performance to do system backups for my 500GB desktop and my laptop AND have room to rip all my CD's so I could play them via Tivo AND I also use this drive to save programs from Tivo for later viewing. Although I initially had some concerns about drive throughput speed it has proven itself to be more than adequate for home and light home office use. For example, when I access a program on the desktop computer and this drive from Tivo, the drive has no problem keeping up with the streaming video demand over my home 10/100 network and always finishes downloading the program well before I finish watching it on Tivo. I also have no issues playing streaming MP3 format music through my Tivo and it's a lot easier than searching around for CD's. I record at best quality so I can play it back on my stereo at origional fidelity. The "Green" part of the drive, which causes it to power down after a short while, may irritate some who want or need immediate response from the drive for some reason. I find it a minor issue and like the power savings idea. This product was purchased from Amazon LLC and was delivered on time and as promised.

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