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I just tried the Western Digital 500 GB WD5000BEVT, so the manual's 120 GB limitation seems to be outdated.The only con is the screws are too small and could be lost easily. I've been using this for over a year and it's still reliable. This handy enclosure is good for transferring files from my Macbook to PS3, or when I do my computer's backups.
I plan to buy another 2.5 hard drive to use this as a backup/storage device. The enclosure is plug n play, easy to set up (tiny screwdriver - don't lose the screws)., and performed as needed. Very Impressed. I bought this enclosure because my HP laptop's mobo went kaput, and I needed to copy data from its hard drive before it was sent back for repair. I received this device quickly, and the packaging and instructions were impressive (easy to read & understand).
Another reviewer indicated that it does not support drives larger than 160GB, but that is not what I'm seeing. This StarTech generally works fine with just one USB port. I have two of these and just purchased another. The full capacity of the 500GB drive is recognized and available.I've also used McCally enclosures, which are well made but always seem to require use of an extra power connection, using 2 USB ports. My only minor grip with this enclosure is that the drive activity LED is on the back, by the USB connection rather than on the front of the case. I've been using them with 160GB drives for months and never had a moment's trouble. I just confirmed that it also works fine with a Western Digital 500GB drive.
As others have said, the screws are tiny, but unless you're taking the drive with you, they aren't really necessary if it's just sitting on your desk. Easily detects in Windows XP and Vista. A great little drive enclosure for a great little price. I had an extra 2.5" SATA drive from an old laptop, and this was the perfect way to turn it into extra storage. Very simple interface, basic plug & play, no software needed.
If I hadn't grabbed the hard drive and burned my hand, there could have been a fire. This enclosure is pure garbage, it didn't work at all and it heated up to the point of burning my hand. STAY AWAY. My new enclosure works perfectly with the same hard drive. I sent it back right away. Avoid this product and buy a quality one, it's not worth the risk to your hard drive or your health.
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