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[WTB] HDD need suggestion

6 posts · originally from https://geek.digit.in/community/threads/wtb-hdd-need-suggestion.139440/

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acewin Original post #1
Apr 17, 2011 at 9:11 AM
I need a HDD internal/external.
My 500GB external has failed on me, before I send it for RMA, I need to by desktop (3.5 inch) model external or a internal desktop HDD and a case.

*www.thinkdigit.com/forum/pc-components-configurations/138638-need-ext-hard-disk.html
checked above thread and thought transcend casing is good idea, but have another question. internal HDD currently on sale are mostly SATA 3, so what benefit will I get buying an USB 2.0 case. ---> also I need internal HDD suggestion, and problem if any in big size (1.5/2 TB) HDDs and are there USB 3 casing available here in our market

Checked Desktop hard drive | External Desktop hard drives | FreeAgent | GoFlex Desk | Seagate
1.) Seagate Free Agent GoFlex (1TB) 3.5" External HDD -----> Rs. 3.5K

2.) Seagate Free Agent GoFlex (1TB) 2.5" External HDD -----> Rs. 5K

3.) Seagate Free Agent GoFlex (2TB) External HDD ----------> Rs. 5.5K

It seems there is a separate USB 3.0/2.0 adaptor which is needed or is buyable, so wanted to know about these coming in India. Also as from Seagate site USB 3 based GoFlex are cheaper than USB 2, upto 2 TB capacity
so can anyone put on suggestion for these
modder
modder #2
Apr 17, 2011 at 11:52 AM
Here's the adapter you need:

eBay India: FreeAgent GoFlex Desk Desktop Adapter USB 3.0 STAE106 (item 200598288652 end time 20-Apr-2011 14:43:53 IST)

Seagate FreeAgent GoFlex Desk Desktop Adapter — USB 3.0 ― Lynx - The Audio , Electronics And Computer Online Store In India

FreeAgent GoFlex Desk Desktop Adapter USB 3.0 for 3.5" (STAE106) ---> Rs. 2,035

OR

eBay India: FreeAgent GoFlex Cable USB 3.0 - Seagate Retail (item 280643136171 end time 11-May-2011 15:15:17 IST)

Theitdepot - Seagate GoFlex Upgrade Cable USB 3.0 (STAE104)

Seagate FreeAgent GoFlex Upgrade Cable — USB 3.0 ― Lynx - The Audio , Electronics And Computer Online Store In India

FreeAgent GoFlex Cable USB 3.0 for 2.5" (STAE104) ---> Rs. 1,900

:smile:
MegaMind
MegaMind #3
Apr 17, 2011 at 12:52 PM
WD Essential 3.5" 1TB external drive with USB 3.0 + USB 2.0 adapter included - 3.9K
modder
modder #4
Apr 17, 2011 at 1:01 PM
@mailme.manju
can you pls post a link
MegaMind
MegaMind #5
Apr 17, 2011 at 1:07 PM
Deltapage

Go to the end of the page....
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acewin #6
Apr 17, 2011 at 3:08 PM
ok, I am not considering 1 TB, 1.5 TB or more, I always go for cheapest per MB cost. that is for 3.5 inch based option and no 2.5 inch

secondly my question was does GoFlex externals come along with adapter or it is needed to be bought separately. Rephrasing the question -- availability of GoFlex with USB 3.0

another question, SATA3 internal desktop HDD with a casing with USB 2.0/Firewire performance

and if I have to buy an internal HDD, what are the good options in terms of per MB cost (not looking heavily on performance of read and write)