Wolverine Data 7080 FlashPac 80 GB Portable Digital Pictures and Data Storage

by Wolverine

Product Details

• Item Weight: 1.6 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 1.7 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0007WLI0W
• Item model number: 7080
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (21 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: February 25, 2005

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

The Wolverine Data 7080 flashPac 80 GB Portable Digital Pictures and Data Storage Device stores thousands and thousands of photos in any format. Ideal for frequent travelers or those always on the go, this portable data storage unit can back up your pictures without forcing you to lug your computer around--or buy loads of smaller memory cards.

With a single press of a button, all your photos and digital data are effortlessly copied from the built-in 7-in-1 Card Reader into a portable, self-powered mass storage unit. Seconds later, with the contents of your memory card now safely stored, your card is ready to be reused--all without a computer. Whether you're a photographer, a traveler, or someone who needs to share data during a business meeting, the battery-operated Wolverine flashPac lets you save up to 80 GB of data from anywhere in the world.

This stand-alone compact device copies and organize files without a computer. Capable of reading seven types of memory cards directly via the built-in card slots, it can even be used as an external hard drive to back up all your computer data, or as a memory card reader/writer. The clear LCD screen displays the status of the transfer. On a single charge, the rechargeable internal battery transfers 6 GB of data using 256 MB cards, to 12 GB using 1 GB and higher CF cards. Connecting via a high-speed USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 port, the flashPac is compatible with Windows 98, Windows ME, Windows 2000, Windows XP, and Windows Vista, or Mac OS X and OS 9.0 or higher, or Linux Kernel 2.4 or later. It comes with a 1-year limited warranty.

What's in the Box
Memory card reader and storage device, USB cable, CD driver, AC/DC universal auto-switch power adapter, carrying bag, and user's guide.

Product Description

With the Wolverine FlashPac, you can take thousands of photos with a single memory card. One touch of a button, all your photos and digital data are copied effortlessly from the built-in 7-in-1-card reader into the mass storage unit. With the contents of your memory card safely stored, your card is ready to be reused; you never have to go near a computer. Wolverine FlashPac is a stand-alone rechargeable unit, you can literally save your data anywhere in the world. It's perfect for photographers on field trips, professionals storing data and any situation involving memory cards. No PC required to operate - makes it a great data storage companion when traveling Clear LCD display - indicates battery power status, type of memory inserted, file transfer status, number of files copied, main storage (hard drive) remaining capacity, file transfer confirmation, error indication (no picture preview) Can also be used as a card reader or backup hard drive when connected to a computer High Speed USB 2.0 Connection, also supports USB 1.1 Dimensions - 4.6 x 3.1 x 0.9 Weight - 8 oz Compatible with - Windows 98/98SE, Me, 2000, XP / Mac OS 9.x, OS X / Linux 2.4x Supports FAT12, FAT 16 and FAT 32 file systems Includes software CD-ROM and carry bag 1-year limited warranty

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Customer Reviews

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89 of 89 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent photo storage solution, November 7, 2005

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H. Cunningham (Boise, ID United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Wolverine Data 7080 FlashPac 80 GB Portable Digital Pictures and Data Storage (Personal Computers)

I purchased the Wolverine to store photos taken on a wildlife safari. My access to electricity was limited and I had a severe weight restriction, so I was looking for light, reliable storage and good battery life. The Wolverine did not disappoint. Every night I copied about 1GB of photo files onto the Wolverine and then cleared out my camera memory cards ready for the next day. The Wolverine made it possible to travel with only two photo memory cards yet bring thousands and thousands of photos home.

Operation could not be simpler. You insert the photo card, hit copy, and it transfers your files. It doesn't take long, and it confirms that the files are copied. It also tells you how much space is left available. The battery life is excellent. Recharging is easy and you don't even need a converter, as it's designed to work on US and foreign currencies. Operation is quiet.

There is no way to view the photos as with FlashTrax, but then, you can view them on your camera before copying them over, or wait until you copy them to your computer to view them in more detail. I was willing to sacrifice that feature for a lower price, smaller size and lower weight of the Wolverine.

For three weeks my Wolverine was subjected to exceedingly bumpy, rough roads and harsh travel conditions, variations in temperature and humidity, and generally les than ideal conditions. However, it never gave me any touble.

51 of 51 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wolverine a Home Run, June 27, 2006

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B. Self (Seattle, WA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Wolverine Data 7080 FlashPac 80 GB Portable Digital Pictures and Data Storage (Personal Computers)

I bought the Wolverine 60Gb unit for a trip to Greece. Since I shoot 8 megapixel shots and panoramas, hard drive space is essential as is the transfer rate. The Wolverine was pro quality taking both SD cards from my Elph and compact flash cards from my Canon 20D. Transfering 2Gb took a little more than 5 minutes and shooting as much as 3Gb per day on a 10 day trip was a piece of cake for the unit.

When other people in my tour group discovered I had it, they asked to store their photos on it too, since their cards were full. The Wolverine took a friend's XD card, which I'd never tried before, without a hitch.

After transferring 3Gb, only the first of 3 LCD battery indicator bars was used up. The battery never came close to running out. Plug it in at the hotel with a 220 volt adapter, and it was charged in about an hour.

I had used an iPod video on another trip in December. The battery on the iPod would die after 45 minutes and less than 1Gb transfer. The iPod was painfully slow. A nightmare. I literally had to stay up until the middle of the night to wait for the battery to recharge to finish transfering my pictures, since the iPod could not be plugged into AC and the camera at the same time. The Wolverine is industrial strength by comparison and ready for prime time.


In addition, it does not have to be connected to the camera to transfer photos as the iPod does. So you can shoot on one card while transfering from another. Very handy.

The display is simple and doesn't permit previewing the photos. This is okay because it indicates when the copy is completed. I tested it several times at home in a controlled environment to be sure it worked as advertised. Only one note, don't connect or disconnect the power cord during a transfer as it will cause the Wolverine to blink momentarily. This is just enough to corrupt the transfer. Restarting the transfer will solve the problem. Once connected to a computer, delete the first incomplete copy.

After 10 days of heavy use and 6,000 photos, the Wolverine was roughly half full--even with the addition of friends photos. All photos and video clips were faithfully stored in folders designated by each transfer. Very simple. My PowerBook instantly booted it.

Having returned home, the Wolverine now doubles as a handy companion drive for my PowerBook, adding 60Gb of storage. This every day usage makes the purchase even easier to justify.

Versatile, well-built, great price and performance. 5-stars!

50 of 51 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Seemed like the perfect device until . . ., January 27, 2008

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Mark Reese (Chicago, IL, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Wolverine Data 7080 FlashPac 80 GB Portable Digital Pictures and Data Storage (Personal Computers)

I loved this deviced when I first purchased it. Small, solid, streamlined. No video screen to add to the list of things that could go wrong. Just unblemished, easy photo backup for the photographer abroad.

It backed up seamlessly on a recent trip to Thailand, verifiying and promising me a hassle free trip. I backed up 60GB worth of images and returned to the US. Only to find that 2/3 of the images were corrupted on the disk.

Wolverine tech support was rude and condescending. Kept repeating that I had done something wrong, without being specific as to what that could have possibly been. Also kept repeating that I just had to mail it in, but no guarantees.

I ultimately brought it to a data recovery center which pulled off all of the data for $300 and told me that the disk had been faulty.

So ultimately can I recommend this? Well, perhaps I just had a dud. I know they can happen. I was burned though, not just by the devices failure but by the company's rudeness and unwillingless to offer data recovery.

Wolverine is off of my list. Hopefully they can do better by the next consumer.