Date: August 30th, 2010
Article by: Jackie Mueller (Hardware Reviewer)
Edited By: Nathan Glentworth (Owner / Head Editor)
Product was submitted by: Vantec
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PRODUCT FEATURES AND SPECIFICATIONS (From Vantec)
FEATURES:
• Aluminum Casing Cools Down Your Hard Drive
• Maximum Transfer Rates Up to 5 Gbps w/USB 3.0
• Maximum Transfer Rates Up to 480 Mbps w/USB 2.0
• HD Capacity up to 2TB
• Backwards-Compatible with USB 2.0 or 1.1
• Hi-Quality Shielded USB 3.0 Cable Ensures Data Integrity and Speed
• Hot-Swappable: Plug & Play Without Rebooting
• Attractive Blue LED Indicates Power & HDD Activity
SPECIFICATIONS:
• Model: NST-310S3-BK
• Device Support: SATA I/II Hard Drive
• Device Size: 3.5"
• Internal Interface: SATA
• External Interface: USB 3.0 (Backwards Compatible With USB 2.0 & 1.1)
• HD Capacity: Up to 2TB
• Material: Aluminum
• Dimension: 215 x 123 x 31mm
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS :
• Microsoft Windows XP, Vista & 7
• USB 1.1 or 2.0 or 3.0 Equipped System
• For USB 3.0 Speeds, the System Must Support USB 3.0 Specifications (CD-Rom Drive May Be Needed For Drivers)
What's great about this enclosure (and all USB 3.0 devices) is that it will work just fine when plugged into a USB 2.0 port. You won't experience the fastest possible speeds if you use USB 2.0, but it's still convenient to be able to use the enclosure on just about any modern PC.
PRODUCT COMPOSITION
The box has a cardboard slipcover that shows a photo of the product along with the features and specs. Inside the box, the enclosure is protected by thick foam blocks to minimize any possible damage during the shipping process. Current pricing on this unit is approximately $34 US.
Accessories include a power adapter, installation screws, instruction manual, USB 3.0 cable, and a stand for the enclosure. No hard drive is included, but that's typical for a product like this.
