Two New USB 3.0 Portable HDDs From Plextor Europe

Plextor Europe introduces a portable hard disk drive equipped with USB 3.0 connection.

The PX-PH500U3 is a compact 500GB portable hard disk. Formed of aluminum, it incorporates the SuperSpeed USB 3.0 interface for fast connection and data transfer rates. It is the fast new professional standard in portable hard disks from storage manufacturer Plextor. Power to the hard disk is also provided through the USB connector, eliminating the need to carry an additional power adapter.

Protecting the advanced drive mechanism, a casing crafted from aircraft grade aluminum results in a 162 grams total weight. The complete package includes a USB 3.0 cable and a leatherette case provides additional protection during transportation. Complementing this hardware, a range of software applications comes pre-installed on the hard disk. Users can backup and restore valuable data using FNet PC Clone EX and maximize the read and write speeds with the Turbo HDD utility.

The PX-PH500U3 is supported by the reassurance of Plextor’s Fast Warranty Service, a 2-years collect and return warranty in the EU, Norway and Switzerland (other countries 1-year carry-in).

Besides the 500GB PX-PH500U3, Plextor will also release a 750GB version: the PX-PH750U3. The 500 GB version will be available in Europe in March for a recommended end user price of EUR 99. The 750GB PX-PH750U3 will be available in April for a recommended end user price of EUR 135.