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External case + drive? Or dedicated external drive?
Thank you, gentlemen. In the meantime, I had to make my decision as there was a time limit. So I did go with the individual external case + drive of my choice (as opposed to a brand name combined external case & drive solution). But your input will be helpful in knowing how to best use the...- JohnGreg
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External case + drive? Or dedicated external drive?
If this question would be better posted in another Forum, please let me know. Thank you!- JohnGreg
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External case + drive? Or dedicated external drive?
Hello. For external IDE hard drives (which connect via USB2 or Firewire), there are two options: 1. Get an external case and insert the hard drive of your choice. 2. Get a dedicated external drive (such as Maxtor "One Touch", etc.). I don't mind the "work" of sticking a drive in a case...- JohnGreg
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