Reviews of the Seagate FreeAgent Pro USB/eSATA/FireWire external hard drive (500GB)
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CNET Review
The Good: AutoBackup and FreeAgent Tools software are easy to use and highly configurable; drive offers good gigabyte-per-dollar value; smooth interface with Internet Drive and Shutterfly; eSATA connectivity offers fast transfer speeds; elegant design; generous warranty.
The Bad: Mac users can't take advantage of the bundled software; software installation is a bit slow; accessing your data "anywhere" requires you to have the foresight to upload it to the Internet Drive and potentially purchase more online storage capacity from Seagate; Shutterfly is the only online photo service it works with.
The Bottom Line: The Seagate FreeAgent Pro external hard drive is an elegant workaround for users who are intimidated by NAS drives. The bundled software is simple to use and makes copying your data to various location a cinch. We really like this external hard drive.
Manufacturer: Seagate Technology
Part number: ST305004FPA1E3-RK
General
- Device Type Hard drive - External hard drive
- Width 1.4 in
- Depth 6.3 in
- Height 7.5 in
Hard Drive
- Form Factor 3.5"
- Capacity 500 GB
- Interface type IEEE 1394 (FireWire) / Hi-Speed USB / eSATA-300
- Spindle speed 7200 rpm
Storage Controller
- Type None
Storage Controller (2nd)
- Type None
Expansion / Connectivity
- Interfaces Hi-Speed USB, - Serial ATA, IEEE 1394 (FireWire), ESATA-300
- Compatible Bays None
- Compatible Slots x None
Miscellaneous
- Cables Included 1 x IEEE 1394 cable, 1 x USB cable
- Package type Retail
Power
- External Hard Drive Power Source Included AC adapter
System Requirements
- OS Required Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition, Microsoft Windows XP Professional, Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional, Apple MacOS X 10.4.6 or later, Apple MacOS X 10.3.9 or later
Software / System Requirements
- Software type Drivers & Utilities
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & support type 5 years warranty
- Service & Support Details Limited warranty - 5 years
Product Photos
User Opinions
Buying Choices
FreeAgent Pro External 500GB Hard Drive from 17 online stores: Lowest Price: $101.74
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NowDirect.com
$121.70 |
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PC Connection
$129.95 |
In stock: yes
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TigerDirect
$109.99 |
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Dell Home
$129.99 |
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Newegg.com
$109.99 |
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