Seagate FreeAgent 500 GBGB ( Desktop )

Advantages: Quiet, small, looks good and easy hook-up/connection.
Disadvantages: There's an adjustment period to get used to the trackball, but it is all worthwhile!

the software is pretty basic and easy to use. The hard drive is very quick and very reliable. I purchased this piece of technology about 2 years ago and although I already maxed it out, it still runs as fast as when I first got. I already dropped several times, actually had to superglue it closed after one of those times, and it still RUNS. how about no running across the table trying to get your mouse to respond and cursor move, decrease on wear ...
...pad needed. I have mine set on the arm of my recliner chair. It is so much more convenient. I have one at home and got one at work. And now I've just purchased my third one for my laptop. Wish I would have bought a large HDD like this a long time ago. ... Read review

Advantages: Large storage space
Disadvantages: maybe bulky for some

...drives, it doesn't seem to take too much space. Since this is getting cheaper and cheaper, I recommend this to buyers and Seagate is a really good brand. No hard drive failures so far (although they are most likely going to happen when hard drives age). ... Read review

Advantages: colossal storage,synchronising software,fast data transfer
Disadvantages: Ocupies a lot of RAM,heats up quickly

Do i really have to tell about the reliability of segate's product.?They are virtually fail safe when it comes to data storage.And free agent drive is one mor superhit from segate. i bought free agent drive for 6000 rupees an year back.and its definitely value for money.It needs a seperate pwer supply and cannot be directly plugged and used like a pen drive.i m telling this to clear a common misconception about free agent.It also comes with a synch ...
...them(right now i m taking pics like crazy at all places and storing them whether impotant or not-thanks to free agent).This is one huge colossal storage device. But free agent does have some disadvantages i should admit.First of all it makes your computer dead slow when using it.its a known ram hugger and we can use it in our computer only by sacrificing a cetain amount of speed.Plus it also has the nature to get heated very quickly.An airconditioner ... Read review

Advantages: Great capacity...excellent transfer rate....
Disadvantages: No bundled eSATA cable

The Seagate FreeAgent Pro series of 3.5-inch hard drive-based external storage devices offers great aesthetics and versatility in a sleek form factor. Available in 320 GB, 500 GB and 750 GB capacities, the FreeAgent Pro caters to all types of storage needs. Furthermore, each capacity comes in dual- and triple-interface versions. We got our hands on the 500 GB variant with a triple interface. Let's find out what lies within. The FreeAgent Pro is ...
...of eSATA, you will have to buy an eSATA cable as it doesn't come bundled with the drive. The Seagate FreeAgent Pro is meant for those who want function with style. With a rock-solid warranty of five years, you won't have to worry about anything going wrong with the drive. ... Read review