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The Maxtor OneTouch 4 is a sleek and compact external HDD designed for PC & Macintosh computers. It features a 7200RPM drive speed and a 16MB cache buffer for fast and seamless data exchange, not to mention an easy-to-use USB 2.0 plug-and-play interface that simplifies drive management & backup scheduling. In fact, the OneTouch 4 needs only to be plugged into a PC and it will automatically appear on the desktop. Most notable about the Maxtor OneTouch 4 external hard drive is its automated OneTouch backup that backs up all your files with the push of one simple button. The Maxtor OneTouch 4 retails in four separate models, including 320GB, 500GB, 750GB, and 1TB. Prices range between $100 to $200. And it comes with a 5 year limited warranty.
MSRP $99.99
Release date January, 2008
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Features
- OneTouch Backup
- USB 2.0 Interface
- RPM: 7200
- Cache Buffer: 16MB,
- Sustained Transfer Rate: USB 2.0 33MB/sec
- Bus Transfer Rate: USB 2.0 480MB/sec
- Compatibility: PC & Mac
- Dimensions: 2.5" x 5.88" x 6.75"
- Weight: 2.2 lbs
Available US Models
- Maxtor OneTouch 4 (STM303203OTA3E1-RK): 320GB, MSRP - $99.99
- Maxtor OneTouch 4 (STM305004OTA3E1-RK): 500GB, MSRP - $129.99
- Maxtor OneTouch 4 (STM307504OTA3E1-RK): 750GB, MSRP - $159.99
- Maxtor OneTouch 4 (STM310005OTA3E1-RK): 1TB, MSRP - $179.99
Available Canadian Models
- Maxtor OneTouch 4 (STM302503OTB3E1-RK): 250GB
- Maxtor OneTouch 4 (STM303203OTB3E1-RK): 320GB
- Maxtor OneTouch 4 (STM305004OTB3E1-RK): 500GB
- Maxtor OneTouch 4 (STM307504OTB3E1-RK): 750GB
- Maxtor OneTouch 4 (STM310004OTB3E1-RK): 1TB
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Maxtor OneTouch 4
• Maxtor STM903203OTA3E1-RK OneTouch 4 Mini 320 GB 2.5-Inch USB 2.0 Portable Hard Drive
• OneTouch 4 Mini External 320GB Hard Drive
UPC: 763649007433
EAN: 763649007433
MPN: STM903203OTA3E1-RK
Competitors
MSRP --
Released January, 2009
Pros
- a great way to keep redundant backups and sensitive data
- industry leading 5 year warranty
- can be stored standing up or laying on its side
- larger capacity than any desktop hard drive available
Cons
- is not as transportable or easy to use on the go (larger, requires secondary power etc...)
Maxtor OneTouch 4
vs.
Seagate FreeAgent Desk
MSRP $230.00
Released July, 2008
Pros
- Very small, can fit in coat pocket
- Nice design by Ferrari designer Pininfarina comes in 9 different colors
- USB 2.0 powered with extra AC outlet
Cons
- Ac adapter sold separately
- unknown brand
- easy to scuff up
Maxtor OneTouch 4
vs.
SimpleTech Signature Mini
MSRP $179.99
Released December, 2007
Pros
- very large capacity
- not that expensive considering the capacity
- fast internal disk will supply higher transfer speeds
Cons
- large and heavy compared to other 'on the go' type drives
Maxtor OneTouch 4
vs.
Iomega eGo
MSRP $200.00
Released June, 2007
Portable hard drives are useful for transferring large files (many gigabytes) between different places, such as the office and home. The My Passport Essential by Western Digital competes in the field through higher storage capacity, up to 250GB, and giving an attention to looks with the glossy black finish. Western Digital claims no software is...
Maxtor OneTouch 4
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Western Digital My Passport Essential
MSRP $199.99
Released March, 2006
Pros
- small considering the size of the disk
- 7200RPM desktop drive will be faster than smaller notebook equivalents
- Western Digital drive
Cons
- desktop drive is larger, heavier, hotter and requires more power
- not as good for use on the go
- no eSATA connection
- Loud compared to internal drives
Maxtor OneTouch 4
vs.
Western Digital My Book Essential Edition
MSRP --
Released January, 2009
Pros
- small and light, good for portability
- additional power sources aren't required
- high capacity, latest 500GB laptop drives
Cons
- mechanical drives are prone to break if dropped
- does not come with any protective travel case
- Will not mount on Mac OSX in some cases
Maxtor OneTouch 4
vs.
SeaGate FreeAgent GO
Reviews
April 24, 2009
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Pros
- affordable
- 5-year limited warranty
- backs up all your important data with the push of a button (requires software to be installed)
- compact and lightweight
- sleek industrial design
- variety of capacities - 320, 500, 750GB or 1TB
- all metal enclosure
Cons
- USB 2.0 only
- users must install software on their system to use the easy backup and recovery features
- software is poor and quite limited
- gets hot and noisy
- poor build and reliability
- uses 2 USB ports
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Pros
- affordable
- 5-year limited warranty
- backs up all your important data with the push of a button (requires software to be installed)
- compact and lightweight
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