Great aluminum design and multiple connections too! With one FireWire 800 port, one FireWire 400 port, and one USB 2.0 port, the Iomega eGo Portable Hard Drive offers triple interface versatility for Mac users and a stylish design. These drives are formatted HFS+ for a great out-of-the-box experience. Plus, the Iomega Drop Guard feature protects the drive when dropped up to 51” (40% above the industry average!). EMC Retrospect, Iomega QuikProtect, and MozyHome Online backup software is included with purchase. Available in Ruby Red, Alpine White and Midnight Blue in up to 500GB (capacities vary per color).
Huge 250GB Storage CapacityAn excessive 250GB storage capacity is available, so you can save and share a total collection of your movies, music, applications and documents, and even back up your system.
Triple InterfacesThe iomega eGo Portable 34648 combines three industry-leading external hard drive interfaces (IEEE 1394a, IEEE 1394b and USB 2.0) for maximum performance and universal connectivity.
Drop Guard TechnologyUtilizing Drop Guard technology, the iomega eGo Portable 34648 provides exceptional drop-resistant capabilities to withstand the toughest travel environments.
Powerful Backup SoftwareThe powerful backup software EMC Retrospect Express HD includes full system backup and recovery functions as well as easy scheduling and encryption.
Pros: This is an EXCELLENT drive. I use it on my laptop and remote systems for Final Cut Pro 7. Also use it for live VJing at concerts and raves. Has excellent Read rate. I can steam 6 1080i videos at the same time over Firewire 800. Also is really nice that it is BUS powered.
Cons: None to serious. The LED on it is wickedly bright. I haft to put some tape over it when working in low light or shows.
Overall Review: Been thing about buying another one as a Time Machine drive.