External HD

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How do you know what kind of HD to get? And how much GB you need? I have *)
GB so what is the amount I should get? I have read different reviews on HD
but am still unsure of what would be best. Thanks,
 
If you want it for music and videos then you would want a higher capacity
one. Find out how much space your media is using (Right click on the folder
where you have your music, videos, photos, etc. and select properties.) and
get a HD thats a much bigger than that if you plan on getting a lot more
music, videos, etc.

If you want it for backups then you might do fine with one thats the same
size as your internal one (right click and select properties on the local
disk (C:) and it will tell you the capacity). There are some that include
built-in backup software.

If you want it as a portable HD to store music, files, etc then get one that
doesn't need a power cable or get a HD mp3 player that can act as an external
HD (Archos, Cowon).

Go to www.newegg.com for reviews on HDs.
 
An external HD is generally slower in operation than an internal one, due to
the USB I/O.
Next there is an argument concerning the power needed to operate the drive.
It may require an external power source if it is a conventional HD.
Price is always a consideration. Currently some of the retailers are selling
a 100G HD (internal) for $29 after rebate.
Add an external enclosure& USB adapter gets you to about $129 total. You can
buy an external HD for this kind of money.
 
Chuck said:
An external HD is generally slower in operation than an internal one, due to
the USB I/O.
Next there is an argument concerning the power needed to operate the drive.
It may require an external power source if it is a conventional HD.
Price is always a consideration. Currently some of the retailers are selling
a 100G HD (internal) for $29 after rebate.
Add an external enclosure& USB adapter gets you to about $129 total. You can
buy an external HD for this kind of money.
Click to expand...
I just saw a 160GB HD for $80.00(US) Best buy or Office Max can remember
which.

Rick
 
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