I/OMagic 3.5" External IDE Drive Enclosure Case, Metal Silver/Black USB 2.0
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About this product
The I/OMagic R-35USBSP-4 is a 3.5-inch external IDE drive enclosure with a metal construction, featuring silver and black color accents. It connects to a computer via a USB 2.0 interface, designed to house standard 3.5-inch IDE hard drives. This enclosure is an external type, providing a basic solution for repurposing older desktop hard drives into portable storage.
Our take
This I/OMagic enclosure offers a solid, metal housing for your 3.5-inch IDE hard drives. The metal construction is a plus for durability and helping to dissipate heat, which is important for desktop drives. Its USB 2.0 interface, while dated, is suitable for occasional backups or accessing data from older IDE drives. For $29.99, it's a straightforward option for those with legacy hardware. Just remember that it's designed exclusively for 3.5-inch IDE drives, so ensure your drive matches before purchasing. The silver and black aesthetic is also a nice touch.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Supports 3.5" IDE drives
- Durable metal construction
- USB 2.0 external interface
Cons
- Limited to slower USB 2.0 speeds
- Only compatible with IDE drives
Specifications
- Brand I/OMagic
- Type Case/Enclosure
- Manufacturer Warranty 0.7 A
- Color Silver, Black
- Item Height 5.0 V
- Compatible Drive Size 3.5 in Drive
Show all 12 specifications
- Features
- External
- Material
- Metal
- MPN
- R-35USBSP-4
- Item Length
- 12 V
- Item Width
- 0.52 A
- Interface
- USB 2.0
