STORAGE, 250GB PASSPORT PORTABLE
by WESTERN DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES
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Manufacturer: WESTERN DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIESAudio: English (Original Language)
Format: CD
Platform: Windows
Model: WDXMS2500TN
Product features:
- 250 GB USB 2.0 2.5-inch external hard drive ideal storage solution for Mac or PC
- USB connection; requires no external power source;128-bit encryption for data security
- Included Google software for searching and managing files
- Features glossy black design
- Measures a 0.59 x 5.1 x 3.14 inches (HxLxW); weighs less than 4 ounces
- Clickfree Automatic Backup Hard Drive Transformer USB 2.0 Cable CAB101
- Rebit Backup Software for Multiple PCs (6) RSCD350000MPOS
- Rebit 4 Multi User Backup Software
- Rebit Backup Software for Single PC- RSCD35000POS
- Rebit RSCD 350000 Software CD For Storage Backup
Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of STORAGE, 250GB PASSPORT PORTABLE
Customer Review: Don't believe the doubters about power consumption issues
Summary: 5 Stars
All good reviews, but don't believe the issues with power. WinXP SP2 blocks the use of the drive because it thinks it draws too much power. But there is a simple procedure to override this (from WD site):
"Problem:
Under Windows XP, an error message of "Power Surge on Hub Port" or "USB device has exceeded the power limits of it's hub port" is displayed when connecting a USB device to a USB port on a computer or Hub.
Cause:
Under some computers, USB devices are only allowed to draw a maximum of 500 milliamps (mA) per connection from the USB port on the computer system or from a USB hub. Under the Windows XP Operating System, with the release of Service Pack 2, if a device attempts to draw more than this (500 milliamps), a USB port balloon message is displayed to indicate this over current condition. When connecting a USB device that draws power from the USB bus, a very brief over current condition is sometimes detected by the OS, and the warning message is displayed.
Resolution:
This message has no affect on the functionality of the USB port. The USB hard drive should still function correctly on the USB port regardless of the error message. To prevent the USB Power Surge Alert message from displaying, please complete the following steps:
Click on Start.
Click on Control Panel.
Double-click on the System Icon.
Click on the Hardware Tab.
Click on the Device Manager button.
Click on the + next to Universal Serial Bus Controllers to expand the selection.
Right-click and select Properties on any listing that displays USB UNIVERSAL HOST CONTROLLER.
Click on the Advanced Tab.
Check the box that says: Don't tell me about USB errors."
This works fine, and the drive works fine afterwards. I suspect it actually draws less power than they say. Maybe it has a brief power draw spike on startup, but it's running power seems less. In any case, it works fine without the Y cable. I do think it is tacky that WD doesn't give the cable for free, since my $7 Sabrent 2.5" Hard drive enclosure came with a y cable.
But most likely the drive will work fine for you. It is a lovely quiet drive, and takes up no space at all.
PS I just tried it on my IBM X31, which is several years old, and it worked fine. So I think the power issue is really a non-issue, but if you really are worried about frying your usb port, then buy the Y-cable.
Description of STORAGE, 250GB PASSPORT PORTABLE
Pack up your office files and take them home. Carry thousands of songs or pictures. These drives are simple to use, light and easy to carry, and require no power adapter--they are powered directly through the USB cable.Digital Cameras and Photo Categories