The 250GB Maxtor OneTouch II is extremely simple for the tech-illiterate person, as the set-up process is configured automatically. For those who know more about computers, a customised option is on hand.
Once the set-up process has been started, things only get simpler.
The Dantz software has three menu options: a set-up and restore function, drive management and security settings.
The OneTouch II has an option to prevent backed-up material from being restored without a password. With the drive management option, power settings can be managed and the Maxtor one-touch button function can be customised. The Maxtor drive can also be divided up to allow a certain amount of space for backup only, while the rest can be made available for general storage.
The Maxtor one-touch button can be set to start the backup process so the Dantz software need not be opened. There is no need to stop work as backup can be done while running other applications.
In the event of a system crash, Maxtor offers historical verification of backed-up data so the specific files or folders can be restored. Data can also be restored from a specific date.
An automatic update can also be set on a preferred time scale ranging from every day to once a week, so that it is not a hassle to backup data. The home user can sleep well at night without the anxiety of losing everything.
The Maxtor requires an operating system of Windows 98 or better and Macintosh users require OS 9.1 or higher. Minimum PC requirements are a Pentium III, 500MHz, 128MB RAM and an Internet connection for system updates. Mac users require a minimum of 64MB RAM.
The 250GB hard drive can hold 4 100 hours of MP3 play, or 190 000 JPEG photos, or 17 hours of DV video. For the 21st century family, the Maxtor can become a virtual shift from the age-old photo album.
The Maxtor is not as flexible as a network drive, as data can be stored but not shared, so only one-way communication is possible, through a USB or firewire connection.
The Maxtor OneTouch II is a must for busy home users and SMEs as systems crash without warning. Drive capacities range from 200GB to 300GB.
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