 - 500 GB external hard drive connects to your computer via USB cable
- 7200 RPM spindle speed for high-speed performance and fast read times
- Footprint is no bigger than a stapler; Just plug it in and you're ready to go
- Backup CDs, DVDs or store files and programs for on-the-go
- Includes external drive, USB 2.0 cable, AC power adapter, and quick start guide; 5-year limited warranty
List Price: $279.99
Lowest Price: $99.00 
Product Description: The FreeAgent Pro is an external hard drive with a sizable 500GB of storage capacity. What sets it apart from most other external drives is its ability to move that data to where you need it most. Automatically send a project to a flash drive, copy audio to your MP3 player, upload photos to Shutterfly, and put your entire "My Documents" folder on your website for anytime/anywhere access. Those are just a few examples of what FreeAgent Pro can offer you. To keep everything working smoothly, FreeAgent Pro can also perform automatic revisions of your content. Automatic revisions of your content help keep you safe from goof-ups 5-Year Limited Warranty Interfaces - USB 2.0 and eSATA PC Requirements - Windows 2000 Pro, XP Home or Pro, or Vista Mac Requirements - Power PC G3, G4, or G5 processor running OS X 10.3.9 (or higher), or Intel Core Duo or Core Solo processor running OS X 10.4.6 (or higher) (FreeAgent Pro software and drive formatting works only with Windows, but drive can be reformatted for Mac using Disk Utility) Unit Dimensions - 7.5 (h) x 1.4 (w) (w/o 3 wide base) x 6.3 (d) Amazon.com Product Description: For the person who needs access to their digital content away from home, at work, or online, while also allowing that same content to be shared in a secure setting, look no further than the Seagate Free Agent Pro 500GB Portable Hard Drive. This powerful portable hard drive delivers high-speed transfers, while also giving you the ability to share content with others safely and securely from a remote location or even online. 
Powerful storage device with a sleek new design. | 
This hip-looking hard drive takes up less room on your desk than an ordinary stapler. | 
Share your content with others safely and securely. | The Free Agent Pro is also ideal for those who want quick and painless transfers of their data from their computer to their drive, and from their drive to online accounts (such as Shutterfly or email). Simply plug it in to any power source and connect the USB cable to any computer, and you're ready to go. This hip-looking hard drive takes up less room on your desk than an ordinary stapler--1 x 3 x 5.2 inches (H x D x W)-- giving you more space for your other desktop items. Meanwhile, the hard drive only measures 7.5 x 1.4 x 6.3-inches (H x D x W) and it matches its small base. Move files or other content with either USB 2.0 or eSATA allowing a maximum transfer rate of 480Mb/sec for USB, and 3GB/sec for eSATA, while delivering a high performance spindle speed of 7,200 RPM. The unit also comes with a sophisticated touch point power on/off switch. High Speed Synchronization and Sharing
The Free Agent Pro data mover automatically duplicates and moves selected content from your hard drive to multiple locations, such as copying your contact lists and emails to your iPod, or photos to a Shutterfly account. This feature also allows you to move your entire 'My Documents' folder to the Free Agent, or move it to your own online space where you (or others you choose) can access it from any browser 24/7. The Free Agent software also offers the feature of rolling back your system to better time if something should happen to your PC while automatic revisions of your content help keep you safe from goof-ups. The Free Agent Pro software and drive formatting works only with Windows, but the drive can easily be reformatted for a Mac with OS X's Disk Utility. This portable hard drive is also compatible with Windows Vista (as well as Windows XP and Windows 2000), allowing you to backup your content regardless of operating system upgrades. A five-year warranty is included, giving you complete peace of mind. Now with the ability to take your data with you anywhere you go, your digital content finally has room to breathe.
What's in the Box
FreeAgent Pro data mover drive, Free Agent software (preloaded) and electronic documentation, USB2.0 and eSATA interfaces, USB 2.0 cable, AC power adapter, and a quick start guide. Customer Reviews: Rating: 
Date: 2008-06-21
EXCELENT HARDWARE
THIS IS EXCELENT
great 160Gb hard disk great shap i like it very much Rating:
Date: 2008-06-18
Great item
Got this item a few weeks ago, no problems with it, fast, easy to use, ton's of space! Rating: 
Date: 2008-06-04
Disappointing
I was very disapointed with this particular FreeAgent model for the following reasons.
1. Even after tech support help, it did not "see" certain data folders on my hard drive, therefore it didn't back them up.
2. Light on the unit did not pulsate when reading or writing was taking place. Tech support told me some individual units do and some don't (not a good answer). If there is no visual conformation, you really don't know if it is really copying.
3. The base of the unite gets hot. To my experience this could be an indicate of a shorter life span. It also has an unnecessary large yellow light on the top of the unit in addition to the smaller one that should be pulsating. This consumes more power contributing to the heat issue.
I would rather reccomend the cheaper FreeAgent 500 Gigs. I returned this unit and bought two of the FreeAgents on sale at Best Buy for $100 each. They work perfectly. The software also is simpler and easier to get into.
On a positive note, the support was very good. The trick to get connected to competent support techs is to ask for a "Level Two" tech after you let the overseas tech who answers your call fumble around for a few minutes. The level two guys are really good. If you let them, they will connect to your computer to see where the problem is.
To sum up: Dont't buy this model(FreeAgent Pro), but consider the cheaper FreeAgent.
Rating:
Date: 2008-04-22
would not like to be without it
Seagate ST305004FPA1E2-RK FreeAgent Pro 500 GB USB/eSATA External Hard Drive
I already had installed a 300 GB Seagate internal harddrive for my desktop and it is just wonderful and now I have this one for my laptop. I backed up my laptop using Acronis and will be doing so every so often and I keep there my photos and videos. I like its appearance and it is truly just plug in and drag any files you want over to it, very very easy. Actually, on the ad the eSata model was listed only with a one year warranty but when I received my Seagate external hard drivem it also came with a 5 year warranty which makes me feel good. Rating:
Date: 2008-04-21
Fast, Sturdy, Sexy, Affordable
After 5-6 weeks of use, this great drive only gets better, and I've had mny external HDDs. It is fast, beautiful (light "pipe" around whole perimeter and side logo -- (Seagate thoughtfully included an option to turn it off, though, as it is very bright & showy, but maintains class, but may not be appropriate for certain environments or aligned to everyone's taste for panache. Downstream and upstream transfers are speedy (used on Vista Ultimate PC (Dell 8400; 2005) and laptop (Dell M1530; 2008). Overall this drive feels solid and expensive, the exterior treatment, with its subtle shimmering hues, exudes class & feels as though it came from a CEO's desk. The drive is small (geometry)and fairly light, too. The software is very good too. GREAT PURCHASE! |
