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2.5" USB 2.0/eSATA to SATA External HDD Enclosure w/One Touch Backup - Red & Black, Model 2530B    
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    2.5" USB 2.0/eSATA to SATA External HDD Enclosure w/One Touch Backup - Red & Black, Model 2530B

    Manufacturer Part # 2530B

    Features:
  • Red and Black color scheme
  • Supports up to a 500 GB hard drive
  • Built-In Cable, Innovative Design & Easy to Use!
  • Shockproof design, more safety for data
  • Innovative Technology of TurboUSB: Speed up 30% than general HDD Enclosures
  • 7-inch Built-In USB Extended Line, approximate
  • USB 1.1 & 2.0 compatible
  • compatible with SATA 1.5 Gbps and SATA 3.0 Gbps
  • eSATA port
  • Hot Swappable
  • Plug-n-Play
  • One-Touch Backup

    • Dimensions:
  • 5 x 3.25 x 0.6-inches (H x W x D, approximate)

    Regulatory Approvals:
  • RoHS
  • FCC
  • CE
  • WEEE

    Package Includes:

  • 2.5-inch SATA HDD Enclosure 2530B
  • User Manual
  • Installation Screwdriver
  • Driver Disk
  • Two (2) Hard Drive Screws


    • Product Requirements:
  • Microsoft Windows ME, 2000, XP, Vista, Linux 2.4.2, Mac 10.X or higher version systems
  • Compatible 2.5" 9.5mm SATA Hard Drive
  • Available USB or eSATA port
  • CD-ROM drive
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    Satisfaction 30 days Return Policy:

  • Return for refund: 30 days from invoice day
  • Return for replacement: 30 days from invoice day

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Wonderful product overall. The eSATA speed is almost double of the USB2 connection. And for those who thought you will need a 12V DC power, no worries. Just plug in the eSATA cable first, then connect the USB plug to a USB powered port and it will run in eSATA mode. Even runs my WD Scorpio Black 7200rpm drive just fine. Gets a little warm, hence I share the same gripes with some other reviewers about the enclosure being too plasticky.
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WJ on 7/14/2010
Will this product accommodate a 12mm drive, or does it only fit a 9.5mm drive? No one ever specifies that for these enclosures!
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VulcanTourist on 6/18/2010
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It's nice the USB cable folds into the enclosure. Disassembling the enclosure requires some skill as the plastic tabs that hold the case together a very fragile. Be aware that eSATA REQUIRES an external power supply. So if you are expecting to purchase this as an eSATA enclosure, be sure to locate (I can't find one) a 12V power supply for this enclosure.
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Rob Dewhirst on 7/1/2010
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I bought this knowing it was not designed to fit the 12mm drive I wanted to use externally. I have not been able to find even one 2.5-inch enclosure that does. I bet that I would be able to "mod" this one to at least make it work. I won that bet. Using a Dremel tool and some creativity, I managed to mount the drive and even get the red plastic outer cover back on (mostly). The 4200 RPM 200GB Fujitsu drive I use in it generates almost no heat, but the enclosure's circuit board does get disconcertingly hot. I use this with "portable" apps. I have not tried the one-touch-backup feature.
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Mark Craig on 10/4/2010
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I have a 12mm 2.5-inch SATA drive, just as another reviewer had; the more common thickness of laptop drives is 9.5mm, but 12mm is NOT non-standard. This product, just like every other enclosure I have examined, does not accept 12mm drives; even enclosures that claim to be compatible with ALL laptop drives do not. Like the other reviewer, I managed to make my drive fit, after some modding with a Dremel tool. The result isn't perfect, but it works. The circuit board gets unacceptably hot, however.
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Mark  Craig on 8/23/2010
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This is an awesome product. I imagine the looks like a lady bug. So I have tested some. The eSATA connection does not require external AC 12V adapter. A reviewer says the eSATA connects first then the USB connects to a PC USB port. Then it works as an eSATA device. Some reviewer says it does not work. I suppose there is some compatibility issues with a SATA controller as a PC motherboard and a 2.5” HDD drive that is install in the enclosure. My PC has Intel ICH9R controller. And the HDD is Seagate Momentus ST90250N1A1AS 5400.4. S.M.A.R.T info goes thru the enclosure to PC both of the USB and the eSATA interface. Linux system, which is installed into the HDD, boot is available from the USB. I’ve not tested yet this from the eSATA, however I suppose it may be no problem. A little conf is a plastic latch that is easier to be broken. It is not a big problem. It can be applied an adhesive tape.
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Babel2 on 8/8/2010
Nice case for the price. Having USB and eSATA is a bonus. There is a port for an external power supply, however there is no notation on the case as to what plug-type is expected (5V? - -C- ?) Also there is no metal in this case, so don't expect to run a drive for long periods of time...no passive cooling! Otherwise, it lost a star for the all-plastic design, but otherwise it is a nice case for the price.
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Scott on 9/13/2011
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Great product for the price.... The built in USB cable is very handy for travel. Makes use of old laptop hard drives. I have not tried the eSATA feature yet.
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GaryDZ on 3/28/2011
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This is my second time ordering this item. I've had a few different USB cases for 2.5" SATA drives over the years, but this one is my favorite. I actually like the way it looks and don't think it looks cheap at all, but the proof is that the first one I bought has been going strong for almost a year and I've used it both as a USB and as a eSATA drive. Works well and keeps on working too. I paid more for it last time, but for $8+change it's a steal on sale.
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Techweenies.com on 2/9/2011
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Purchased to put my 160gb sata drive. so far so good. easy installation and looks great!
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PETER C. on 10/16/2010
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