Cavalry Storage CAUE Series 250 GB USB External Hard Drive CAUE37250

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Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 1.2 x 4.5 inches ; 5 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B000FFYQ1E
• Item model number: CAUE37250
• Average Customer Review: 3.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (93 customer reviews)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes
• Date first available at Amazon.com: November 20, 2005

Product Description

Product Description

The CAUE Series external hard drive offers practical storage expansion in a sleek aluminum package. It’s a no-frills approach to the external hard drive: everything you need, nothing you don’t. Just plug it in and start storing data instantly. The external hard drive’s solid aluminum enclosure boasts exceptional heat dissipation for near-silent, fan-less operation. The CAUE is remarkably durable, offering state-of-the art shock absorption and superior all-around performance, and its stackable design gives you a streamlined, uncluttered workplace.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars I got VERY lucky!, April 29, 2007

By	W. Groller (Bangor, PA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I bought this drive about 8 months ago to be used periodically to backup my "invaluable" data (photos, videos, music, etc). My intent was to only plug it in when I needed to store new files, then disconnect it to keep it completely safe.

Before I bought it, I had read reviews that some people had problems with the power not working properly at times that seemed to be a loose-fitting connector in the enclosure. I figured it was no big deal if mine had that problem since I wasn't going to use it a lot and I could always try taping the cord in place to ensure a good connection. Just my luck, it seemed my drive DID in fact have a problem staying on. But I was willing to live with it. In the eight months since I bought it, it spent maybe a total of an hour turned on while transferring data.

The other day I attempted to connect the drive for some backups. I plugged it in to the power strip and set about trying to get the drive to turn on. After about 5 minutes I smelled something funny. I looked around and finally found that the power brick was smoking profusely! I immediately unplugged it and stood there holding the brick by the cord as I watched sections of the plastic casing melting. I was very, very lucky that I was standing there and that I didn't leave the drive turned on at all times or my house might be a pile of ashes right now! My advice - if you do buy one of these and find that the power is not working in any way, SEND IT BACK IMMEDIATELY!

12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This storage device doesn't disappoint, March 9, 2007

By	Brooke Bucher "Ordinary Grrrl" (Chicago, IL United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I bought this external hard drive back in January and I love it. I bought this one because I quickly filled up my 40GB Seagate external hard drive and wanted to upgrade to a storage device big enough so that I didn't have to worry about running out of space. I had never heard of this brand before so I was worried I'd be disappointed, but that wasn't the case. I feel this hard drive is superb quality at a fantastic price. I do recommend using the stand it comes with rather than laying it flat on a shelf or on top of your PC because it does get very warm that way. With the stand, the unit stays nice and cool.

This product is sold 3rd party through Tiger Direct, so be aware that you will have to pay shipping (you can't qualify for Super Saver free shipping) and you also have to pay taxes.

If you too are skeptical about brands you haven't heard of, I'm here to put your mind at ease. This product will meet your needs by providing a ridiculous amount of storage at an unbeatable price with the utmost quality in performance and design.

10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding value, December 28, 2006

By	Edmond E. Seay III (Brussels, Belgium) - See all my reviews

Cheap, quiet, easy-to-use (true plug & play), fast, efficient, and cool -- in every sense of the word.

What more could you ask for? Highest recommendation.