Date: November 17th, 2009
Article by: Jackie Mueller (Hardware Reviewer)
Edited By: Nathan Glentworth (Owner / Head Editor)
Product was submitted by: Thermaltake USA
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CONCLUSIONS AND AFTERTHOUGHTS
The BlacX Duet is a very simple yet effective product for quickly accessing data on any two hard drives. And when I say any two drives, I mean it in a literal sense. The docking station supports all 2.5” and 3.5” SATA drives up to 2TB, so the chances of incompatibility with any current drives you have are slim to none. Furthermore, installation is completely tool-free and the absence of fans allow for silent operation. The drives being out in the open air could initially turn some buyers away, but it's a small price to pay for the ease of access it provides - especially for those who frequently work with storage.
There's no doubt it is quicker and more convenient to access your drives using a docking station like this, but unlike an enclosure, this won't protect your drives from anything. I would hate to see the effects after a fall to the floor or an accidental spill of a nearby drink. The docking station itself is fairly rugged though and should travel fine on its own, should you need to transport it. As always, practice common sense and you'll have no problems.
As a PC technician, I could also see this being very useful in the workplace. It's a heck of a lot easier to format drives this way instead of installing them inside a PC case. Bottom line, this is a very useful product for techs and enthusiasts alike and has found a permanent home on my desk.
Pros:
- Simple, tool-free setup
- Compatible with all 2.5” and 3.5” drives up to 2GB
- USB and eSATA connectivity
Cons:
- Drives are subject to physical damage while docked
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