Canon EOS Rebel 2000 Silver Date 35mm SLR Camera Deluxe Kit with 28-90mm Lens

Amazon.com Product Description

The new generation of Canon Rebel 35mm SLR camera, the 2000 Date EF 28-90mm silver deluxe camera, is smaller and lighter than any of its predecessors. Besides its sleek all-silver color (including the 28-90mm zoom lens) and comfortable new body design, this camera has a faster AF and quieter overall operation. Many of its other functions, such as a seven-point autofocus, 35-zone AE metering, quartz data time/date stamp, and depth-of-field preview, have been added or improved upon. The seven-point autofocus system, five across and one above and below the center focusing point, contains a completely renovated focusing algorithm that increases the AF speed, improving selection accuracy of the automatic focusing point.

The high-speed selectable seven-point autofocus system is linked to the 35-zone metering system as well as Canon's exclusive E-TTL autoflash system. Focusing point selection is chosen by the camera when it is set on automatic, or by the user if the photographer chooses manual mode. If the camera is on automatic, the shutter will not release until it perceives that the image is in focus. However, manual mode gives the photographer the freedom to determine how sharply in focus he or she wants the image. The TTL full-aperture metering has three patterns available: evaluative metering, central partial metering (which covers approximately 95 percent of the finder area), and center-weighted average metering. Though center-weighted metering is available, it can be used only when the camera is set on manual. This 35-zone metering system allows the photographer more precise exposure control in all of the available metering modes.

Though this camera comes complete with many standard features for the beginner, advanced functions are also available for the more experienced photographer. Among these features are: a choice of evaluative or partial metering patterns, AE lock, auto exposure bracketing, and multiple exposure. These features, coupled with the Rebel's convenient built-in retractable flash and 11 versatile shooting modes, give any photographer the creativity to capture landscapes, portraits, vacation moments, sporting events, and other special occasions.

Customer Reviews:

An excellent camera!.......2003-05-08

This my first SLR, although I'd borrowed others from friends for a while. I bought this right before spending three months driving cross-country and shooting in a ton of different conditions. I hiked hundreds of miles, shot over 50 rolls, and it always did a great job, regardless of whether I was using the manual settings or the automatics ones. The advanced features are easy to use if you just spend a little bit of time reading the instructions. Having been used to older SLR's without any sort of automatic or digital features, I was thrilled with all the options this camera provided.

I think the lens Canon include is somewhat cheap, as it is very lightweight and plastic. I bought a Sigma 100-300mm lens for the camera and it feels much more sturdy and well built than Canon's included 28-90mm. However, Canon's lens never gave me any trouble, it just felt cheap.

I would suggest buying a number of accessories for the camera, such as a tripod, polarizing filter, UVA filter, remote shutter release (to avoid shaking the camera when it's on a tripod and for long exposures), and a larger zoom lens (Sigma makes some great ones that are less expensive than Canon's).

This Canon Got All for a Beginer.......2003-02-02

This a very beutiful and good start camera. 28-90 mm Lens, Silver, Date are specialities of this camera. You will love it
to have this in Hands. For more serius photographers may seek
higher end models for reasons such as Plastic lens mount and wide
range of accessories. But for a beginer, This is a wonderful canon to own.

Keep It Simple, Stupid.......2002-11-22

I love this camera! I take rodeo photos and my action pictures always turn out right! When asked about aperature and f/stop settings, I sheepishly grin and tell people this camera takes care of all the details for me because I set the dial to "P" mode and cheat my way through! Awesome, Awesome camera...

Great value and features for beginners.......2002-11-19

I bought this camera not knowing much about cameras but wanting one that would allow me to expand later. I read the manual and knew I'd be using the auto feature most of the time for now. The manual is concise but efficient for beginners. All my pics taken so far have been with Kodak 400 film and are very clear and crisp. The evening shots I took in Vegas were using the pre-set auto feature for darker environments which came out amazing! The vista shots using the pre-set for background shots of Grand Canyon came out spectacular: wide area covered with great detail. It is light weight enough that I walked around Vegas with this on my neck and the battery is still strong after 5 rolls of film. The styling is very updated with the silver body and the 28-90mm lens covered every possible scenario I was interested in taking. The kit I got included (...) a nice Canon canvas case, camera straps, mini-album and battery. Good value for the price. Considered the Olympus IS-50 also but wanted the option of changine lenses later on.

Great camera, research for lenses before buying.......2002-09-28

I'm an amateur photographer an decided to buy this kit because of the camera, the looks, and the fact that I've purchased many times from Amazon and have no complaints about it.

I did some research on the camera and in simple terms this one is great, from full automatic to full manual it has many features that don't come by this price with other brands.

But after more reading and experience I found that what really matter besides your camera skills are the lenses, so my recommendation would be to buy just the camera body and find
a set of lenses that will enable you to get the widest range possible with the same diameter for filters and the price that match your budget. If you find your self loving photography as I did you will also be willing to buy a tripod, the remote switch and some filters ... .

I also recommend the National Geographic Field Guide book, it's great reading, with good tips and great photos.

Average customer rating:
MuzicVault 80GB MP3 Car Jukebox Player, Palm OS PDA Control, Bluetooth Ready

Manufacturer: MPTRONIX
ProductGroup: CE

MP3 Players | Portable Audio & Video | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics
Audio & Video | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics
Hard Drive-Based | MP3 Players | Audio & Video | Categories | Electronics | 10 GB | 20 GB | 30 GB | 4 GB | 40 GB | 5 GB | 6 GB | 60 GB | 8 GB
Product Features:

PDA controlled, supports Palm, Sony, Garmin, Treo, and Tapwave. Wired or Bluetooth control, charges PDA, PDA Required.

Removable hard disk, upgradable, USB 2.0 (480 Mbps) transfers, Win, MAC, or Linux, no special software required.

Built in FM transmitter, line outputs, fiber optic out, car or wall power input, easy to install.

Options include steering wheel remote, wireless Bluetooth adapter, gooseneck mount and various other mounting options.

Dynamic playlist support, super easy control of your entire muzic library. Specify color (red or gray) and PDA cable type when ordering or email us.

ASIN: B0006HB7EK

Product Description

* The MuzicVault is Bluetooth ready, access and control the MuzicVault wirelessly. * Optional Garmin iQue audio support mixes navigational audio into your muzic for easy GPS guidance. * Ultimate user interface, the Palm PDA. Total control using buttons, touchscreen or handwriting recognition. Email or see our website for list of supported PDA's * Internal high quality digitally controlled FM transmitter for super easy car installation. Transmitter allows you to place your MP3 audio anywhere on the FM dial. * Unbelievable capacity. Larger sizes as technology moves ahead.... * Fiber optic output for the ultimate digital connection. * Switched line inputs, allows a simple connection between head unit and amps. * Built in PDA charging, never need to charge your PDA again! * Play modes include all songs in album or directory, all songs on disk and random modes. * Indicator lights on unit as well as on cable, show power, communication, and hard drive activity. * PC,MAC, and Linux support via external USB 2.0 connection Mass Storage class driver. * Ultra fast file transfer rate of 480Mbps is as fast as a hard drive copy. * Dynamic playlist support, allows creation of any favorite list you can think of. * Supports MP3 at 8-320 Kbps (including VBR) * Optional IR reciever for Blaupunkt Thummer and other remotes. * Car ignition input allows automatic startup and shutdown of player with car. * Simple 3 wire car installation, just power ground and ignition. * High quality, heavy duty extruded aluminum case. Cherry red or gray colors available. * NO proprietary software of any kind required. All operations can be done with windows explorer or like. * Open source PDA application and communication spec availible free to developers. * Infinite anti-shock buffer, will never skip. * Super easy transfers of all MP3 files! * Please see our website for more info.

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New over ear boom easy fit headset. Elegant and stylish design with WindStop microphone for high-quality sound. Easily wears on both ears with a quick flip of the ear hook. MANUFACTURER WARRANTY: 2 YEARS Model: 9803820403

Product Description

Microtek's 815C provides you with full brilliant color in a larger 18" Flat Panel Display housed in a stylish black casing - an ideal fit for those who demand a little bit more from a flat panel display. With a super-wide 160? viewing angle, an Anti-Glare flat panel design, 1280 x 1024-dpi (SXGA) resolution, and an output of over 16.7 million colors, the 815C delivers all the bells and whistles required for crisp, crystal-sharp viewing. The 815C can also be wall mounted for even greater flexibility in usage.

Customer Reviews:

PERFECT - excellent picture quality.......2005-12-26

I have had my 815C for 2 months now, I am very happy with it. Pictures are crystal clear, graphics look great, and movies are just like watching them on an LCD TV.

Pros: Excellent picture quality
take off the base and mount monitor on the wall

Cons: Menus are hard to navigate through, but after I set up mine for the first time, I haven't touched them since, so it doesn't matter

Takes about 20 seconds or so to "warm up" when you turn it on

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Ott-Lite 13 VisionSaver Milynda Lamp

Manufacturer: Ott-Lite Technology
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Categories | Electronics | Accessories & Supplies | Audio & Video | Camera & Photo | Car Electronics | Computers & Add-Ons | GPS & Navigation | Home Automation & Security | Office Electronics
Product Features:

Uniquely styled reading lamp

Adjustable marbleized shade to give light where it's needed

Lamp stands 16.75 inches tall

Features VisionSaver illumination

Perfect for den or family room applications

ASIN: B00005QCU1

Product Description

The Linksys WMP11 Instant Wireless PCI Card sets you free to work your way, from wherever you want. Put your desktop computer anywhere you like. The Instant Wireless PCI Card lets you share printers, files, and more within your wireless LAN infrastructure, increasing productivity and keeping you on the network. Fully compatible with IEEE 802.11b standard, and interoperable with DSSS 2.4GHz compliant equipment Capable of up to 128-bit WEP encryption Free Technical Support - 24/7 for North America One Year Limited Warranty System Requirements - Pentium 90+ class processor 16MB+ RAM PCI local bus 2.1 compliant Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP

Customer Reviews:

Good timing.......2007-01-20

This item was ordered too late for Christmas delivery but it arrived right afterward and in perfect condition.

Works good.......2007-01-06

See my review under "Linksys BEFW1154 Wireless-B Cable/DSL Router".
This card works well with this router.

USED to be good.......2006-06-03

I have had this product for a little over a year now and it is terrible. I don't know if it's just a defective chip or anything, but it really got me mad. When i first got it the thing worked fine , but in the last couple of weeks it has been horrible. The signal strength has been either low or very low and i am constantly losing internet. I tried to call tech support once and it gave me some Indian guy that I couldn't really understand. Not only that, but all he did was tell me stuff i already knew like click repair on the connection in My Network Places and restart the computer. If they are all like this one that I have then I reccomend not getting this item.

Hard to install.......2006-05-16

I found out that the one thing you should not do is install the thing using the linksys setup. Instead (win xp)go to the 'add hardware' section, look for new hardware and install it using that driver in correspondance with the linksys one.

Good product, AWFUL tech support.......2006-02-28

This product works great, provided you are astute enough to get it up and running on your wireless network. I have a Linksys Wireless Router which is essentially why I went with the Linksys Wireless PCI adapter. I figured it would ease integration. Well...I encountered a problem in which I couldn't get the adapter to talk to my router, even though I could see that the adapter was receiving a good signal from the router. So I called Linksys support...BIG mistake. They spend hours of my time walking me through a hundred steps that I knew wouldn't work because I already tried them, just to tell me that there is something wrong with my adapter and I should return it. What a load of crap!!! Eventually, I sat down and just reset all of my router settings and went through the inital setup steps for my router and got it working on my own. And now, it works like a charm. :)

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Lexmark International 21D5780 x X5270 All-In-One

Manufacturer: Lexmark
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Kitchen

Categories | Electronics | Accessories & Supplies | Audio & Video | Camera & Photo | Car Electronics | Computers & Add-Ons | GPS & Navigation | Home Automation & Security | Office Electronics
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Product Features:

Print 4" x 6" borderless photos as fast as 32 seconds (printed in quickprint mode and excludes proce

Print 8

600 x 2400 dpi (19200 dpi enhanced) optical flatbed scanner easily handles books, reports and more

PC-free copies up to 15 cpm black and 9 cpm color

PrecisionSense achieves optimum results with automatic cartridge alignment and paper type sensing

ASIN: B000CSAPXM

Product Description

X5270 All-in-OneADF and Flatbed Color Print, Color Copy, PC Fax and Color Scan. MODEL: 21D5780 VENDOR: LEXMARK INTERNATIONAL FEATURES: X5270 All-in-One ADF and Flatbed Color Print, Color Copy, PC Fax and Color Scan. Lexmark is please to annouce the X5270 All-In-One Office Center Business, a value-packed (scan, print and copy) printing center offering high-resolution, color scanning, photo-quality color printing and PC-free color copying. Images scanned on the X5270 can be faxed seamlessly through the PC modem. The X5270 can print up to 22ppm in black and 15ppm in color and copy up to 15ppm in black and 9ppm in color. The 48 bit flatbed color scanner, combined with up to 4800x1200 dpi print resoluion, is great for photo reproduction and general business documents. Includes All-in-one unit, Color Cartridge, Black Cartridge, User guide and setup sheet, Installation software (CD), Power supply with cord, and software. Includes USB cable. Print 4" x 6" borderless photos as fast as 32 seconds (printed in quickprint mode and excludes processing time). Print 8.5" x 11" borderless photos as fast as 70 seconds (printed in quickprint mode and excludes processing time). 600 x 2400 dpi (19200 dpi enhanced) optical flatbed scanner easily handles books, reports and more. PC-free copies up to 15 cpm black and 9 cpm color. PrecisionSense achieves optimum results with automatic cartridge alignment and paper type sensing. Accu-feed paper-handling system virtually eliminates paper jams. Instant-on scanning eliminates warm up time. LCD keeps you informed of All-In-One status. Features Lexmark All-In-One Center Software. SPECIFICATIONS: TECHNOLOGY- Print: Thermal inkjet Scan : CIS (Contact Image Sensor) INTERFACE - USB 2.0 port SPEED - Print Speed (letter, black): Up to 22 pages per minute (draft) " " (letter, color): Up to 15 pages per minute (draft) Copy Speed (letter, black) : Up to 15 copies per minute (draft) " " (letter, color) : Up to 9 copies per minu

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Lancast 1000BFX TO DUAL FX-SA CONVRT MOD ( 2752-SS-01 )

Manufacturer: Lancast Inc.
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Networking Kits | Wireless | Networking & Online Communication | Computer Add-Ons | Computers & Add-Ons | Categories | Electronics
ASIN: B0000C5FL4

Product Description

Metrobility's "redundant twister" interface provides redundant data paths for path protection and restoration. An essential connectivity tool for high priority and mission-critical applications, it provides fully redundant data paths as well as power supply redundancy, for Ethernet or Fast Ethernet devices. If the primary connection fails due to a cable or hardware failure, the "redundant twister" interface switches the device's traffic to the secondary connections within 200 microseconds.Intelligent "redundant twister" models also deliver Managed Network-on-Demand capability for mission-critical applications. Managed Network-on-Demand allows the "redundant twister" media converter to be configured to operate in either Dynamic Recovery Mode (DRM) to ensure session integrity and increase uptime, or in Network Select Mode (NSM) to redirect traffic and add security through link isolation. And with SONAR, or Switch on No Activity Received, the interface not only monitors for loss of link on the active port, but will also monitor for traffic. With SONAR, if the active port remains idle for a given amount of time (configurable for 2-4 seconds) the resilient technology of the redundant interface will verify activity on the secondary port, and switch traffic to that port once traffic is detected. This prevents a switch or switch port failure from bringing down the network or any part of it.

Product Description

Adapts 58 millimeter threaded apertures to 62 millimeters / Expands the range of lenses and filters your camera can use

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Pro-Optic 420-800mm f/8.3-16 Vari Zoom with T-mount for Minolta Maxxum

Manufacturer: Pro Optic
ProductGroup: Photography
Binding: Electronics

Other Accessories | All Accessories | Accessories | Camera & Photo | Categories | Electronics
Zoom | Lenses | All Accessories | Accessories | Camera & Photo | Categories | Electronics
Lenses | Accessories | Used Photo & Camera | Specialty Stores | Camera & Photo Features | Electronics
Accessories:

Tiffen 62mm UV Protection Filter

Tiffen 62mm Photo Essentials Filter Kit

Adorama 62mm Circular Polarizer Glass Filter

Adorama - Lens cleaning kit

Adorama Professional Lens Cleaning Kit

Product Features:

T-Mount Lens fits most 35mm SLR's

Compact: only 8" Long

Lightweight: only 16 oz.

Semi-apochromatic design with 4 elements in 2 groups

One Aspherical element for high Contrast

ASIN: B0002GRJWE

Product Description

This inexpensive super telephoto vari-zoom lens has an amazing zoom range from 420-800mm! The lens uses all glass optics which are multi-coated to reduce the chance of lens flare or ghost images caused by reflections. The simple traditional T-mount adapted lens is compact and lightweight. There is a zoom lock located at the middle of the lens barrel that allows the lens to be locked at any focal length. Aperture is fixed and the Pro-Optic Vari-zoom lens should be used with cameras set to a shutter priority mode.

Average customer rating:

DON'T STORE ANYTHING VALUABLE

Software Missing, Box missing

Very Disgusted

Fast, Quiet, Simple

WesternDigital 80GB Caviar Special Edition ( WD800JB )

Manufacturer: Western Digital
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Hard Drives | Drives & Storage | Computer Add-Ons | Computers & Add-Ons | Categories | Electronics | External Hard Drives | Internal Hard Drives | Micro Drives
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Product Features:

Maximize performance

Avg. seek 8.9 msec (read)

EIDE, 8MB, 7200 RPM

ASIN: B00006JI4Y

Product Description

WD Caviar Special Edition hard drives are designed to maximize desktop computer performance for activities requiring high-performance storage such as computer gaming, digital video editing, and file server applications. Offering various capacities, the WD Caviar Special Edition family is equipped with an 8 MB buffer - the largest buffer available today in a desktop EIDE hard drive, delivering data to users faster than any hard drive in its class. Data Lifeguard is an expanded set of data protection tools that includes shock protection, an environmental protection system, and embedded error detection and repair features that automatically find, isolate, and repair problem areas that may develop over the extended use of the hard drive. With these enhanced data reliability features, the drive can perform more accurate monitoring and error repair and deliver exceptional data security. Shock Guard provides outstanding improvements in shock and vibration protection for the newest WD Caviar drives. Shock Guard allows instantaneous data protection at high shock values to achieve leading shock specifications.

Customer Reviews:

DON'T STORE ANYTHING VALUABLE.......2005-04-29

I bought a WD drive and it failed after 12 months of light use. WD folks told me it must've been something I did. I was backed up, but lost a lot of irreplaceable baby pictures. They wouldn't do anything, as it was after a year. Buy a Hitachi hard drive, these are total junk and could cause you the same heartache they caused me.

Software Missing, Box missing.......2005-04-15

The product description says, " Data Lifeguard Tools is a set of software utilities that work in conjunction with the embedded Data Lifeguard features to make hard drive installation, drive management diagnostics, and repair simple and worry-free." However, the drive arrived in a plain box with xeroxed instructions and without any software. The instruction pages were jumbled in the wrong order, with some pages upside down. The OEM box was nowhere to be seen. What makes this "caviar" is left to your imaginaton. It should be labelled the "catfish" edition. Needless to say, I am returning it.

Very Disgusted.......2005-03-23

Worked well for 2 weeks....THEN PUKED!!

WD had one chance with me and blew it!

I can only note my disdain by never doing business with them again...they caused me a great deal of aggravation.

Fast, Quiet, Simple.......2003-12-24

In my mind, a good hard drive is one about which there's not much to say.

The hard drive is easy to install. The connectors and jumper positions are all clearly marked on the harddrive itself. When using the master/slave jumpers instead of cable select, it doesn't matter where on the cable the drive is, which makes for good space and cable management in your case. All the connectors fit easily and securely.

This 80GB hard drive is one of the most quiet I've ever owned, which suprised me. At 7200 RPM and with an 8MB cache, it's also quite fast. The speed of formatting suprised me, and with my computer running, you can hardly hear the read/write accesses.

All in all, a good drive, and a good buy. I've bought Western Digital before, and I've never been anything but pleased with them. I look forward to the many years of reliability that I'm sure this drivewill bring.

Average customer rating:

Two WD800 HD failures at 2.5 year mark

Two Failed WD80 GB HDD in one Year

HD Okay, software not so great

Do not buy a Western Digital HD

Great Drives. . .

WESTERN DIGITAL WD800JBRTL Caviar Special Edition Internal 80GB Hard Drive

Manufacturer: Western Digital
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Internal Hard Drives | Hard Drives | Drives & Storage | Computer Add-Ons | Computers & Add-Ons | Categories | Electronics | Notebook
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Accessories:

PNY 256MB DIMM PC133 SDRAM Memory

Edge 512MB PC2100 DDR 184 pin non-ECC DIMM for Desktops

Western Digital WD800BB 80GB 7,200RPM Ultra ATA/100

Lexar Media JD256-231 256 MB USB 2.0 JumpDrive

Product Features:

80 GB Ultra ATA/100 internal hard drive

7200 RPM, 8 MB buffer

Up to 100 MB/s burst transfer rates; data protection enhancments

40-pin EIDE

Fits 3.5-inch bay

ASIN: B00006E21Q

Product Description

Take a leap forward when expanding your computer's hard drive storage. This Western Digital WD800JBRTL Caviar Special Edition Hard Drive adds 80 GB of additional storage to your desktop PC. Ultra ATA100 data transfer rates of up to 100 MB per second, 50 percent faster than Ultra ATA/66 8MB Buffer Data Lifeguard - Exclusive hardware, software and services designed to protect your data Hard Drive Cable Included 1 Year Limited Manufacturer Warranty Comes with a Cable Select compliant 40-pin, 80-conductor IDE interface cable, mounting screws, jumpers, installation poster, installation guide, and Data Lifeguard Tools installation software and utilities

Customer Reviews:

Two WD800 HD failures at 2.5 year mark.......2005-12-30

I must concur with the previous negative reviews of this HD. My husband bought a Western Digital 80G HD in spring 03 and the motor failed Dec 05. My computer came OEM with a Western Digital 80G in Summer of 03 and it failed 2 wweeks after the other one. Motor again. Drive had 20+ gigs of wedding and baby photos. Irreplaceable. Both computers were UPS protected and medium to light use. Mine was 100% original, used only for email and photo storage (and a little solitaire). No power robbing add-ons, no ventilation issues.

If your data is important to you DO NOT BUY this drive, and I would question any WD product if this is how they handle a defective product. I have no axe to grind other than the failure of these two hard drives.

Two Failed WD80 GB HDD in one Year.......2005-06-21

For many years I used and recommended the WD products. I can no longer offer any such advice but would recommend that anyone looking for a quality HDD look elsewhere -- Seagate, Maxtor, Samsung, Hitachi are all superior drives and far more reliable.

Both drives simply suffered meltdown failure of the motors, shorting out the computer Power supply until removed-- two different computers at two different times, both being used moderately, not "heavy office" or workstation use. Western Digital was useless and insisted that such failures are rare and likely due to abuse. They know that the 80 GB Drives are faulty and they refuse to "fess up." The government should order a recall and everyone should get a credit to buy some other brand of drive. Even when HD drives were delicate in the early 80's, I never had any just burn up like these bits of WD paperweights. My current favorite recommendation is the new Seagate 160 GB and 250 GB drives, fast, quiet and reliable.

HD Okay, software not so great.......2005-02-26

I have no problem so far with the HD. It seems to do its job well, and is quite responsive (quicker than my Maxtor). As far as the Data Lifeguard software...apparently due to some Windows updates, I am unable to use my PowerQuest DriveCopy 4.0 to mirror my old drive to the new (a "Disk Manager" conflict). I had to use the Data Lifeguard, and although it did fine, it created a partition that I did not want. It wouldn't allow me to change the partition sizes, or delete the undesired partition. Since I had to get the data copied, I had to go with that, and will have to address the partition issue separately. Anyway, I'm not too thrilled with the Data Lifeguard software, but the drive is fine. It has a very distinct (yet quiet) sound.

Do not buy a Western Digital HD.......2004-06-23

I bought this hard drive thinking it would be good because Western Digital was a good name that you could trust. It works fine for the first 6 months and those of you who just bought it might think I'm dead wrong, but just wait. Everything begins to go wrong, and I've taken every precaution to make sure it stops messing up. Nothing works. I have to reformat every month because it doesn't want to work for some reason. Do NOT get this drive, it will give you fits. And this isn't because I had a defective drive, I exchanged it for a different HD and had similar problems. I recently bought a new hard drive from Maxtor. Maxtor seems to be making good hard drives. I've had no problems with the 160GB drive and it works wonders compared to the WD drive. Those of you looking for a new hard drive, do not be fooled by this one.

Great Drives. . ........2004-02-29

I have tried these hard disks working solo and with RAID, i didn't have any HDD failure, they are fast and quite. What kill's the HDD is the application you are using the HDD for like caching for internet files small size of files and lots of them, this is for sure will destroy the HDD, also there are two impotant things 1. Ventilation 2. Power failure these will reduce the operating life.

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