Buffalo DriveStation Combo 640 GB USB 2.0 and FireWire SATA HD-HS500IU2

by Buffalo

Product Details

• Item Weight: 4.7 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 5 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B000XQ51BO
• Item model number: HD-HS500IU2
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #79,420 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: October 23, 2007

Product Description

Product Description

Item #: 41636H. Buffalo's DriveStation Combo with TurboUSB offers a quick and easy way to instantly store, access, back up and transfer your music, photos, videos and other files. Easy to set up, the DriveStation Combo with TurboUSB easily connects to any device with an available USB or FireWire (IEEE1394) connection, including desktop and notebook PCs, Apple Macs, LinkStations and TeraStations. USB 2.0 and FireWire (IEEE1394) cables are included. Just plug it into your computer and it installs automatically with Windows 2000, XP, or Mac OS-X computers (Windows 98 systems will need to install USB drivers). Fanless Heat Sink Chassis design lets the DriveStation Combo run cool and quietly. The unique chassis design may be placed vertically or horizontally. With auto installation, Memeo AutoBackup Software (Download Memeo AutoBackup) and support, the DriveStation Combo is a plug and play secure and reliable USB backup and storage solution.

Product Description
Buffalo DriveStation Combo with TurboUSB HD-HS500IU2 - hard drive - 500 GB - FireWire / Hi-Speed USB
Type: Hard drive - external
Dimensions (WxDxH): 2.1 in x 8 in x 7.9 in
Weight: 3.5 lbs
Capacity: 500 GB
Interface Type: IEEE 1394 (FireWire) / Hi-Speed USB
Data Transfer Rate: 400 Mbps (FireWire) / 480 Mbps (Hi-Speed USB)
Spindle Speed: 7200 rpm
OS Required: Apple MacOS X, Microsoft Windows 2000 / XP, Microsoft Windows Vista
Power Source: Included AC adapter
Power: AC 120/230 V ( 50/60 Hz )
Manufacturer Warranty: 2 years warranty
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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic, February 18, 2008

By	WanChaiMan (Hong Kong, China) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Buffalo DriveStation Combo 640 GB USB 2.0 and FireWire SATA HD-HS500IU2 (Electronics)

I bought this to use with Time Machine on MAC Leopard.

Having read about other drives and their performance, I chose this as it was a nice compromise. The ones with Firewire 800 ports were a steep jump in price and I did not need this extra performance for my normal "home use".

Its very well built and "Made in Japan" which is always a plus when buying electronic items.

I have two macs - both have Firewire 400 as well as USB 2.0 ports, so this was a nice versatile choice.

It was easy to set up. Plugging into my new Intel iMac it mounted in a few seconds. It comes pre-formatted in FAT 32 and so can be used by Windows and macs out of the box.

Since Intel Macs and Time Machine need GUID formatting it was then a few quick clicks in Disk Utility to partition it and set it up properly.

It is quiet and cool to the touch: the aluminium sides dissipate the heat effectively without the need for a fan. The other nice thing is that it has auto-power off so the Hard Disk stops spinning when your computer sleeps or shuts down. This is a real bonus since it saves the life of the disc and conserved power.

I comes supplied with high quality USB and Firewire cables it comes supplied so its ready to use out of the box.

I would highly recommend this drive to anyone.

5.0 out of 5 stars Good value and easy to use, February 11, 2009

By	Robert [e-mail] - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Buffalo DriveStation Combo 640 GB USB 2.0 and FireWire SATA HD-HS500IU2 (Electronics)

I bought this in a hurry as my notebook was dying fast. I did have to change the drive format to NTSF so all my files would load but no problem.

I was not able to use the ACRONIS disk imaging software and also couldn't use the enclosed MEMEO software either. So I just copied all the files I could on the Buffalo external drive and used it as a removable drive on my backup computer. No problems at all with that process. The drive has an on/off switch but isn't noisy at all when running. I just got my repaired notebook back so will try reinstalling the imaging software, at my leisure, now that the emergency is over. You are backing up YOUR computer aren't you?

5.0 out of 5 stars Very nice this Hard Drive!!!, November 16, 2008

By	Oscar Ynsfran Mallorquin - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Buffalo DriveStation Combo 640 GB USB 2.0 and FireWire SATA HD-HS500IU2 (Electronics)

It works very nice!! and also has a FireWire conection.
I am very glad with it.