Other features
Track to track seek time (read/write) |
2 ms |
Read seek |
8.9 ms |
Internal |
N |
Ports & interfaces
FireWire 400 |
Y |
USB connectivity |
Y |
USB version |
2.0 |
Hard drive
Drive device, buffer size |
8 MB |
Hard drive capacity |
160 GB |
Hard drive speed |
7200 RPM |
MEDIA CENTER HUB 160GB USB2 1394 7200RPM 8MB CACHE UK UK (NMS)
This powerful, feature-rich Media Center from Western Digital combines a high-capacity USB 2.0/FireWire external hard drive, 8-in-1 memory card reader, and USB 2.0 hub for versatility and space-saving convenience. Dual-option Backup buttons let you choose automatic or on-the-spot backup. The front-mounted power button is equipped with Safe Shutdown, a WD-exclusive feature that ensures all data as been transferred before shutting down the drive. The elegant case can be positioned vertically or horizontally.
Ease of use, all-in-one convenience, and a high-speed hard drive make the Media Center an ideal external storage solution. Instantly increase storage capacity, easily download pictures from digital camera memory cards, DV camcorders, and MP3 players, or back up valuable data, music, photos, and movies. 8 MB cache buffer – fast data transfer from a cache four times larger than the industry-standard 2 MB size.
Product Features
8-in-1 memory card reader
Dual-option Backup—automatic or on-demand
USB 2.0 hub with two ports; one conveniently located on the front for easy connection of USB peripherals such
as a keychain drive, printer, keyboard, or mouse
7200 RPM rotational speed and 8 MB cache for maximum storage performance.
Includes Dantz Retrospect® Express backup software
Built-in USB 2.0 hub for additional drive connections
Two FireWire ports
Front-mounted power button with Safe Shutdown for additional data protection
Fluid Dynamic Bearing (FDB) motor for near-silent operation with WD's whisper-quiet hard drives
Cool running ensured by an elegant, heat-dissipating case
Vertical or horizontal placement
Kensington® security lock