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OCModShop takes a look at the Seagate GoFlex Hard Drive Kit



Seagate has introduced a new modular external storage system, dubbed the GoFlex series. This system allows you to purchase a simple bare drive, buy only the interfaces you need, and hot-swap between them without a fuss. Currently you can choose between USB 2.0, USB 3.0, eSATA and Firewire 800, which covers just about every computer and media device made today or in the conceivable future.

The GoFlex system is a simple, but rather clever concept. Each adapter has the hardware interface included at the base of the cable, which plugs directly into the GoFlex drive. The drive receives its power from the host cable, so no DC adapters are necessary. If you take the drive somewhere that has a different (or faster) interface, then all you have to do is unplug the adapter cable and plug in a new one.
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