Reviews of the Seagate FreeAgent Xtreme (1.5TB)
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CNET Review
The Good: Decent throughput performance; supports eSATA, FireWire 400 and USB 2.0 interfaces; decent bundle software; quiet and cool during operation; 5-year warranty.
The Bad: eSATA connection needs reset after idling; no FireWire 800; eSATA cable not included.
The Bottom Line: The Seagate FreeAgent Xtreme offers three interface options, a useful software bundle, and a lengthy warranty for a fair price. We like this direct-attach external drive.
Manufacturer: Seagate Technology
Part number: ST315005FPA2E3-RK
General
- Device Type Hard drive - External hard drive
- Width 1.3 in
- Depth 6.8 in
- Height 6.9 in
- Weight 3.1 lbs
- Enclosure Color Black
Hard Drive
- Form Factor 3.5"
- Capacity 1.5 TB
- Interface type IEEE 1394 (FireWire) / Hi-Speed USB / eSATA-300
- Spindle speed 7200 rpm
- Features Encryption, Energy efficient, Triple interface
Performance
- Data Transfer Rate Details USB 2.0|FireWire 400|eSATA
Storage Controller
- Storage controller interface type USB 2.0|FireWire 400|eSATA
- Type None - External - USB 2.0|FireWire 400|eSATA
Storage Controller (2nd)
- Type None
Expansion / Connectivity
- Interfaces 1 x Hi-Speed USB, 1 x ESATA-300, - USB 2.0|FireWire 400|eSATA, 2 x IEEE 1394 (FireWire)
- Compatible Bays None
- Compatible Slots x None
Miscellaneous
- Included Hard Drive Accessories Vertical stand
- Cables Included 1 x IEEE 1394 cable, 1 x USB cable
- Package type Retail
Power
- External Hard Drive Power Source Included AC adapter
- Power device type Power adapter
System Requirements
- OS Required Microsoft Windows Vista Home Basic SP1, Microsoft Windows XP Professional SP2, Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate SP1, Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition SP2, Microsoft Windows Vista Business SP1, Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium SP1, Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition SP2
Software / System Requirements
- Software type Drivers & Utilities
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & support type 5 years warranty
- Service & Support Details Limited warranty - 5 years
User Opinions
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