Digital Home Thoughts: Mobile Data on the Go: The Iogear 2.5" Firewire/USB Hard Drive Case

Product Category: External hard drive enclosure
Manufacturer: Iogear
Where to Buy: Iogear
Price: $99 USD
Specifications: Accepts any 2.5” hard drive. The casing is compatible with USB 2.0 and Firewire connections, and requires a 5 volt power line. 3.1" wide (8.1cm), 6.4" in length (16.5 cm), 0.6" high (1.7 cm).

Pros:

• Professional-looking;
  
• Light and sturdy metal casing;
  
• USB 2.0 and Firewire offer interface flexibility.

Cons:

• Bulky cables weigh down the unit;
  
• Power supply is quite large;;
  
• Not powered even when connected to a 6-pin Firewire port;;
  
• Expensive in comparison to other options out there.
  

Summary:
If you’re looking for a way to carry a lot of data with you, a 2.5 inch hard drive is a good option, and the Iogear shell gives you both Firewire and USB 2.0 interface options. Iogear cripples the mobility factor by including cables that are far too large, and a bulky power adaptor the you wouldn’t want to carry with you.

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