STORAGE Storage
Whether it’s a hard drive, SSD, RAM or NAS, every computer relies on storage as its brains, and there are plenty of products to choose from. Matthew Jarvis takes a look at some of the hottest new memory systems to keep in mind…
TDK USB 3.0 EXTERNAL SSD
Distributor: Exertis Gem
Without moving parts, this SSD can also withstand everyday shock and vibrations. Plug and Play support also means that the drive requires no additional software – just a USB cable to connect it with.
Specs:128 or 256GB, SuperSpeed interface, Plug and Play, password protection software included.
SRP: £153.99 (128GB), £282.99 (256GB)
SYNOLOGY DISKSTATION DS214
Distributor: Ingram Micro
The Synology DiskStation DS214 is a two-bay NAS server for workgroups and offices. The DS214 is designed for users who need to share and protect data using the server’s encrypted data transfer.
Specs: Dual-core CPU with floating- point unit, encrypted data transfer, hot- swap support.
SRP: £175 SANDISK CRUZER FIT USB
Distributors: Peak Distribution, Hama, Ingram Micro
A low profile USB drive, the Fit is made for use with laptops, tablets, TVs and in- car audio. The Fit includes Sandisk SecureAccess software for password protection and 128-bit AES encryption, and a cap for physical protection.
Specs: From 4Gb to 64GB capacity, includes Sandisk SecureAccess software, low profile, protective cap.
SRP: From £8.99 (4GB)
ADATA HC630 HOLIDAY EDITION
Distributor: Entatech
A limited edition hard drive for the holiday season, the HC630 Holiday Edition is a 500GB or 1TB hard drive with a metal surface etched into a pattern. An LED is also featured, to indicated data transfer.
Specs:500GB or 1TB options, SuperSpeed USB 3.0, LED status indicator, raised protective lip.
SRP: Contact Entatech
KINGSTON SSDNOW V300 SOLID STATE DRIVE
Distributor: Simms International
Kingston’s shock-proof SSDNow V300 features an LSI SandForce controller customised for Kingston. SSDNow V300 is available in kits with accessories needed for the transition from a hard drive to a new SSD.
Specs: 60, 120, 240 or 480GB options, LSI SandForce controller, upgrade bundle kit available with each capacity.
SRP: 82
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SEAGATE 2.5-INCH 1TB THIN SSHD
Distributor: Spire Technology
Seagate Laptop and Laptop Thin solid state hybrid drives combine the transfer speeds of SSDs with the capacity of HDDs. With Seagate Adaptive Memory, use of a SSHD can improve boot times and application speeds.
Specs: SATA III 6Gb/s interface, 5400RPM, 64MB cache, 7mm thick, 8GB flash memory capacity.
SRP: £87.72
SAMSUNG SSD 840 EVO Distributors: Exertis Micro-P, Smithie UK
840 EVO provides faster read and write speeds compared to a standard hard drive. Samsung’s new three-bit MLC NAND flash memory technology also stores data more efficiently than previous drives.
Specs: 120, 250, 500, 750GB and 1TB options, 2.5-inch, SATA, 6Gb/s, three- core MEX controller.
SRP: £80–£480 (up to 1TB)
SYNOLOGY DISKSTATION DS414
Distributor: Ingram Micro
Synology DiskStation DS414 is a four- bay NAS designed for growing businesses to be able to manage, protect and share data. DS414 can also be combined with backup solutions to keep data safe.
Specs: Dual-core CPU with floating- point unit, dual LAN with failover support, 1GB of RAM.
SRP: £277 PCR January 2014 | 69
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