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Western Digital Raptor X WD1500AHFD (150 GB)

Western Digital Raptor® X WD1500AHFD 150 GB SATA Hard Drive (Retail Version)

Sentry QA0004 (160 GB)

Sentry (QA0004) 160 GB USB 2.0 Hard Drive

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Product Description
From the secret performance labs at WD comes the revolutionary WD Raptor X SATA hard drive, the first ever drive with a view. Offspring of the immensely popular WD Raptor, fastest SATA drive... More
From the secret performance labs at WD comes the revolutionary WD Raptor X SATA hard drive, the first ever drive with a view. Offspring of the immensely popular WD Raptor, fastest SATA drive on the planet, WD Raptor X focuses a large, crystal-clear lens on the drive to let you see into the inner workings and witness the drive in action. Less
Protect Your Most Critical Data With This Waterproof, Fire-resistant Hard Drive. Etl Verified To Protect Against Loss From Fire For Half An Hour (at Temperatures Up 1550ø) And Against... More
Protect Your Most Critical Data With This Waterproof, Fire-resistant Hard Drive. Etl Verified To Protect Against Loss From Fire For Half An Hour (at Temperatures Up 1550ø) And Against Loss From Water, Even When Fully Submerged. Exclusive Data RecovEry And Support Program Promises To Attempt To Retrieve Data And Replace The Unit In The Event Of Damage From Fire Or Water. Included Backup Software Helps You Organize And Manage Your Data. Powerful Security Features Include Password ProtectIon And Data Encryption. Usb-powered Device Provides Plug-and-play Functionality Without The Need For An External Power Supply Or Batteries. Global Product Type: Computer Drives drive Type: N/a maximum Compressed Data Capacity:N/a maximum Native Data Capacity: 160.0 Gb. includes Fire-safe 160gb Usb Waterproof Hard Drive, Usb Y-cable, Maxtor Safetydrillt Recovery Cd, Quick Connect Guide. Less
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Key Features   
HDD Form Factor   3.5' -
Capacity 150 GB 160 GB
Designation   Desktop Computer -
Interface Serial ATA USB
Enclosure   Internal External
Spindle Speed   10000 RPM 5400 RPM
Technical Features   
External Data Transfer Rate   150 MBps 60 MBps
Seek Time   4.6 ms 9 ms
Average Latency 3 ms 5.56 ms
Internal Data Transfer Rate   672 Mbit/s -
Sound Emission 46 dB -
Interface (Detailed)   Serial ATA USB 2.0
Buffer Size 16 MB 8 MB
Other Features   
Platform   PC PC, Mac
Brand Western Digital Sentry
Package Qty. 1 1
Dimensions   
Height 1.03 in. 4.5 in.
Depth 5.79 in. 7.67 in.
Width 4 in. 11.25 in.
Weight 1.81 lb. -
Warranty   
Warranty 5 Years -
Miscellaneous   
Product ID 32385589 50432143
UPC 2000011786144 49074010034
Release Date January, 2006 -
Product MPN   
MPN WD1500AHFDRTL QA0004
 
Consumer Reviews
Western Digital Raptor X WD1500AHFD (150 GB)
Western Digital Raptor® X WD1500AHFD 150 GB SATA Hard Drive...
From $105.00
Sentry QA0004 (160 GB)
Sentry (QA0004) 160 GB USB 2.0 Hard Drive
From $66.99

Product Review Summary

3.5
Based on 2 user reviews
50% recommend this product
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Consumer Reviews

theuerkorn
399

WD RAPTOR X: With ferocious bite!

bytheuerkorn Jul 31, 2006
44 Helpfuls 45 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros PERFORMANCE, NCQ, 10k RPM, 16 MB Cache ... it's fast!
Cons EXPENSIVE, SATA/150 "only", (window will be hidden inside computer)
Recommended it? Yes

Raptors may have been extinct for millions of years but their latest resurrection by Western Digital certainly caused a minor uproar. Not for ethical reasons but for bringing 10k performance to the ATA desktop crowd (SATA as it may be). However, time goes on and many may have grown out of the... Read full review »

265

The Western Digital 150Gb Raptor X - Starting to Show its Age

bync10 Feb 3, 2008
31 Helpfuls 32 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Clear Polycarbonate cover that allows you to see the drive work. Fast. 5 year warranty.
Cons Expensive. Somewhat loud. Runs warm. Did I mention expensive? Doesn't offer a clear...
Recommended it? No

From the secret performance labs at WD comes the revolutionary WD Raptor X SATA hard drive, the first ever drive with a view. Offspring of the immensely popular WD Raptor, fastest SATA drive on the planet, WD Raptor X focuses a large, crystal-clear lens on the drive to let you see into the inner... Read full review »

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Consumer Reviews

1

Good Idea - Poor Product

byobama_not_mama Feb 21, 2008
12 Helpfuls 13 Helpfuls Was this review helpful?
Pros Helps me sleep better at night.
Cons Capacity too small. Needs multiple USB ports. Product has bladder control problems.
Recommended it? No

I purchased this product recently to store some of my family photos on. I really like the idea of keeping my photos and video in this in case of fire.

After living with this product for a week, I'm realizing that it has some shortcoming that I wish I knew before I purchased. I'd really... Read full review »

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