BUFFALO MiniStation 500 GB USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive HD-PCF500U3B

MiniStation offers high speed USB 3.0 portable storage in a compact and lightweight chassis. With bus-powered USB 3.0 support and backward compatibility with USB 2.0, it works with nearly any PC or Mac and offers quick plug-and-play setup. MiniStation is easy to transport and it's USB powered so there are no additional cables to manage and no need for a separate power source; simply plug it into any available USB port on your computer and instantly add capacity or store files to take on the road. Included with MiniStation is Buffalo's multipurpose Buffalo Tools utility suite designed to enhance Windows PC performance and user experience, including TurboPC for up to 4X faster transfers. Additionally, you can use MiniStation with Buffalo Backup Utility, free with purchase, or Time Machine to back up your important information and memories. Store, back up and transport your content with SuperSpeed connectivity.

Specifications

General
   Device Type:  Hard drive - external ( portable )
   Capacity:  500 GB
   Interface:  USB 3.0
   Internal Drive Interface:  Serial ATA
   Features:  Bus Powered by USB, Apple Time Machine compatible
   Width:  3 in
   Depth:  0.4 in
   Height:  4.5 in
   Weight:  5.8 oz

Performance
   Interface Transfer Rate:  5.0 Gbps (USB 3.0)

Expansion & Connectivity
   Interfaces:  1 x USB 3.0 - 10 pin Micro-USB Type B

Power
   Power Source:  USB bus
   Power Consumption (Active):  4.5 Watt

Software & System Requirements
   Software Included:  Buffalo Tools, TurboPC
   OS Required:  Microsoft Windows XP, Apple MacOS X 10.5 or later, Microsoft Windows Vista (32/64 bits), Microsoft Windows 7 (32/64 bits), Windows 8 (32/64 bits)

Miscellaneous
   Cables Included:  1 x SuperSpeed USB cable - external

Manufacturer Warranty
   Service & Support:  1 year warranty
   Service & Support Details:  Limited warranty - 1 year ¦ Technical support - phone consulting - 1 year