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Date: 2009-08-12
Secure Data Backup with Verbatim
Melbourne, 12 August 2009 - Verbatim is expanding its range with an external RAID hard disk offering 2 terabytes of storage. The 3.5-inch HDD offers maximum storage and ultra-fast data transfer rates in RAID BIG or RAID 0 mode and continuous data storage based on mirroring in RAID 1 mode. The Verbatim RAID 2TB eSATA & USB 2.0 Combo is now available through select Verbatim resellers and retailers nationally.The market for external hard drives is characterised by three main trends: ever greater storage capacities, faster transfer rates and higher data security. "With our new RAID HDD we are offering all this, as well as giving users the option of customised configuration," says Tracy Myers, Product Manager- Hardware, Verbatim Australia.
Customised configuration: BIG / RAID 0 or RAID 1
Verbatim's 2-Disk RAID External Hard Drive has three user selectable RAID options: BIG / RAID 0 or RAID 1.
In RAID BIG mode, the full capacity is seen as 1 BIG Drive with 1 drive letter assigned to it. It fills up one of the Hard Disk's before starting on the other one.
In RAID 0, the user has access to the full 2TB of storage space through a process known as striping. This setting offers particular advantages for multimedia and graphics applications such as streaming, high-end gaming or use as a web server. The eSATA connection ensures data transfer rates of 3GB/s, six times the speed of a USB port which transfers at 480Mbit/s.
If the security of its data is particularly important, the drive can be configured to RAID 1. In this mode, the hard disk is divided into two drives with 1TB of storage space each. The stored data is mirrored so that even if one drive fails or develops a fault, the data is still available on the second drive. "This setting is particularly recommended for small companies and private individuals who want to store their accounts or other financial affairs reliably and securely," says Tracy Myers.
The Verbatim RAID hard disk runs very quietly and is protected from overheating by the built-in fans. At just under two kilograms, it is lightweight and the stable housing in a black design looks great in any office. The 2TB RAID is also supported by the renowned Verbatim service: a 2 year Warranty and "Nero Back It Up 4 Essentials" data backup software (compatible with Windows OS only). All the necessary cables for the eSATA and USB 2.0 connection are also included, along with the external power pack and a Quick Start Guide.
Pricing and Availability
Verbatim' s 2-Disk RAID External Hard Drives 2TB are now available from select resellers and retailers nationally with suggested retail prices of $629.95, (P/N 47528).
About Verbatim
Verbatim Corporation, a Mitsubishi® Kagaku Media Company, is an international organisation that develops and markets innovative, high-quality products for storing, moving and using digital content. Known for its leadership in the removable storage media and related accessories markets, the company provides reliable, unique technologies and products that are highly sought after and broadly distributed worldwide. For more information, contact Verbatim Australia at 6 Weir Street, Glen Iris. VIC 3146, t. (03) 9823-0999, f. (03) 9824-7011; or visit www.verbatim.com.au