Amman, Jordan 21 January 2008 - Verbatim, the storage media specialist, today announced the expansion of its product portfolio to include a new range high-quality external Hard Drive Disks (HDD). The HDD assortment, which is available in Jordan, comes in both 2.5" and 3.5" formats and provides storage capacity from 120 GB to 750 GB.
The external 2.5" and 3.5" HDDs offer users an easy and straightforward solution for reliable data backup from any laptop or PC. They feature a practical plug & play compatibility and can be used immediately with no installation required. In addition, each Verbatim HDD comes with "Bounce Back Express" back-up software that enables professional data back-up.
"The Verbatim HDD's are ideal for anyone who needs reliable mobile file storage - whether for private or business purposes," says Ziad Arab, Verbatim Middle East Sales Manager. "Our acquisition of the SmartDisk® Corporation, a leading American HDD brand, indicates are commitment to further increasing our product quality and expertise in the external HDD segment. Our future plans lies in further strategic expansion in this sector" he adds.
The market research agency Understanding & Solutions anticipate that the future demand for 3.5" and 2.5" HDD's will surge and that the Hard Disk category will grow globally from its current figure of just under 25 million units to approximately 60 million units in the next four years. "The 3.5" HDD market is the largest segment, but the 2.5" models are also experiencing a fast growth as more and more people today use a laptop and are dependent on additional storage capacity.
External HDD's are an excellent addition to our range of storage solutions and we believe that with this new assortment we can continue our tradition of offering our customers outstanding quality products that cover all key needs in the digital data storage sector", explains Ziad Arab, Verbatim Middle East Sales Manager.
Verbatim 2.5" external HDD range
With the palm-sized Verbatim HDD's in 2.5" format, users have their data at their fingertips at all times, even on the move. Displaying a slender, sophisticated design with robust aluminium housing, the HDD's are available with 120 GB, 160 GB or 250 GB storage capacity. The sturdy packaging with transparent window offers additional protection against knocks and jolts. The hard disks come with USB 2.0 or two FireWire ports.
Verbatim 3.5" external HD drive range with 500 GB and 750 GB storage
The external hard disks in 3.5" format with internal high-speed SATA hard disk are especially powerful and can reliably store even large volumes of data. The housings have ventilation slit to provide sufficient air so no fans are required. This makes the hard disks particularly quiet. On the front, they have a handy on/off switch with LED light. They come with a foot stand and can be conveniently placed on a desk where they have a minimal footprint. As well as the model with USB port, the 3.5" HD drives are also available with two additional FireWire ports. The free Support Hotline offers users additional reliability.
Verbatim 3.5" NAS HDD with 500 GB storage capacity for SOHO
With the 500 GB NAS (Network Attached Storage) HDD, Verbatim also provides the means to use a mobile data storage device with multiple computers in a local network. The SOHO NAS drive can be linked to a computer by USB or network connection (Ethernet). With its professional interface solution, the NAS hard disk is therefore suitable for use as a multimedia centre, particularly for small companies or in the home. The pre-installed software - "Samba" for PC and "Apple Bonjour™" for Mac - guarantees quick and easy network setup and smooth administration during operation. The NAS hard disk is also suitable as a central back-up solution or for use as a "print server" when linked up to a shared USB printer.
Features: Verbatim external hard disk drives
| 2.5" format | 3.5" format |
Models/Capacity: | USB 2.0 with 120 GB, 160 GB and 250 GB | USB 2.0 with 500 GB and 750 GB |
| FireWire 400 with 120 GB and 160 GB | USB 2.0 & FireWire 400 with 500 GB and 750 GB |
| 500 GB NAS USB 2.0 | |
Dimensions (BxHxT): | 198x190.5x572 mm | 292.1x264.2x104.1 mm |
Weight: | 0.4 kg | 2 kg |
Power supply: | via USB-Port | External power supply |
Interface: | 1x USB 2.0 or 2x FireWire 400 | USB 2.0 and/or FireWire 400; Ethernet for NAS drive |
Rotational speed: | 5.400 RPM | 7.200 RPM |
Cache: | 8 MB | 8 MB |
Software:
| Bounce Back Express | Bounce Back Express, for 500 GB NAS; additional „Samba" for PC and „Apple Bonjour™" for Mac |
Accessories: | Stand Power cord USB cable respectively FireWire cable; Ethernet cable for NAS drive. | |
Warranty/Support | 2 years | 2 years |
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About Verbatim
Since 1969, Verbatim has been shaping the development of data storage technology - from floppy disks and magneto-optical storage media to the latest Blu-Ray, HD DVD, CD and DVD formats, Hard Disc Drives, USB keys, Flash memory cards and computer accessories. Verbatim is part of the Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation Group and benefits from the outstanding research and development department. With these innovations Verbatim has played a key role in shaping the storage media market. Ultra-strict quality controls during the manufacturing process ensure the high quality of Verbatim products, which have been the winners of numerous international comparative tests. The company is the World market leader for CD & DVDs.
Verbatim - more than just CD-Rs and DVD-Rs
Verbatim, the specialist in storage media is continuously expanding its portfolio in the non-optical sector with the addition of useful product accessories primarily designed for mobile use. These include new Hard Disc Drives, portable USB speaker systems, headsets, Hi-Speed Universal Memory Card Readers & optical mice. On the logistics side, Verbatim have selected a first class global transportation and logistics company, APL, to take care of their full business in the Middle East. Through APL, Verbatim have their local warehouse facility based in Jebel Ali Free Zone, improving direct service levels and flexibility to their customers
For more information on our new products & our distributors, please visit www.verbatim-europe.com
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