The Buffalo MiniStation Thunderbolt portable HDDs have stumbled into India with a simple, plug and play option. These devices even flaunt their ability to transfer data at a speed of 10Gbps.
Built around the dimensions of 81mm x 130mm x 23mm, the drive is cast in a thin aluminum frame that contributes to its portability. Apart from being a storage companion, this 260gm gadget offers Time Machine that caters to backup needs. Through this feature, users can not only protect important data from getting misplaced, but also play files directly through the HDD by simply plugging it into a computer.
The company claims to be the world’s first ever brand to offer this 2.5-inch device with Thunderbolt and the USB 3.0 dual interface. With 10Gbps speed, it claims to be roughly two times faster than just the regularly employed USB 3.0. This bus-powered feature completely eliminates the need of using long cables while transferring data from the disk to the computer or vice versa.
Furthermore, the portable HDD is compatible with both PC and Mac. By simply depending on the Thunderbolt or the USB port, users can securely hoard content onto the HDD and access it from any location. While at home, the work place, or anywhere else, users can easily access data and edit, personalize, or even update the content. The company has offered the handy hard drives in capacities of 1TB and 500GB.
The Buffalo MiniStation Thunderbolt price in India is tagged at Rs. 17,500, for the 500GB HDD and Rs. 21,990, for the 1TB version. Bundled in with a 3-year warranty, these devices will be available via the company’s outlets and authorized retail stores.
