Suggest me a huge external hd please :)

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Silent_Hill

Discussion Starter · Nov 28, 2009

For Xmas, Id like to get a really big external hard drive. My requirements are :

~ At least 1.5tb, although Id prefer 2.0tb
~ External SATA .. if it has USB, thats ok, but I will only be using the eSATA port
~ Reliable brand, it will be used everyday, and accessed heavily.

Will be used on my rig listed below ..
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I was considering this one, but unsure of the brand reputation:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16822101189

Any ideas are appreciated .. thanx in advance !!

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Jtwizzle

· #2 · Nov 28, 2009

Here's one on black Friday deal: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16822204094 2tb and esata $159+ shipping

Honestly i've never heard of either brands

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Fitzbane

· #3 · Nov 28, 2009

Ive heard some good things about falcon drives, they use western digital hard drives if I remember correctly.

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eflyguy

· #4 · Nov 28, 2009

Get a reputable 2TB drive from Samsung, WD or Seagate, and a separate eSATA enclosure with cooling. Build it yourself.

Newegg had the Hitachi 32000 for $129 (after mail-in rebate) but it sold out.. the next one is $149.
There are quite a few enclosures to choose from, depends on your budget and style preference:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/PowerS...chInDesc=eSATA
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Old Hippie

· #5 · Nov 28, 2009

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Reliable brand, it will be used everyday, and accessed heavily.

You would be foolish to get something without a fan because those will cook your drive.

Follow elfguy's HD suggestions and get an enclosure with a fan.

I always recommend the Antec MX-1.

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