Description
BUFFALO's MiniStation Extreme offers high performance USB 3.0 portable storage in a compact and sophisticated design. The internal hard drive is encased in a highly shock-resistant body with rubberized elements to protect it from accidental bumps. The USB cable is integrated with the case so you will not be frustrated searching for a cable anymore! The USB 3.0 interface moves data at rates of up to 5Gbps. This vastly reduces the time needed for data transmission, making it ideal for transferring and sharing videos, large digital photo collections, music files, and other data-intensive digital content.
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US military grade (MIL-SPEC) shock protection
Shock absorbers surround the hard disk protecting it from damage and drops from up to 2 meters. -
Flex connect USB cable
Removable, integrated USB cable snaps to chassis for improved portability. -
Hardware disk encryption
Automatic 256-bit AES Full Disk Encryption (FDE) protects your data from unauthorized access. -
Compact and sleek
Slim, lightweight chassis saves space for ultimate portability. -
USB powered
Perfect companion for your laptop or netbook - no external power supply needed. -
Connect and go
Preformatted hard drive is ready for immediate use with Windows and Mac. -
Buffalo tools
A feature-rich software suite of tools designed to boost PC performance. -
Back up your files
Bu ffalo's backup utility automatically backs up your Windows PC, protecting your data. -
Time Machine compatibility
Works perfectly with Time Machine to back up your Mac computer. -
Eco manager
Eco minded power management tool regulates power usage, conserving energy and battery consumption.
Specifications
Summary
- Product Description
- BUFFALO MiniStation Extreme HD-PZF500U3B-EU - hard drive - 500 GB - USB 3.0
- Type
- Hard drive - external (portable)
- Capacity
- 500 GB
- Hardware Encryption
- Yes
- Interface
- USB 3.0
- Data Transfer Rate
- 5.0 Gbps (USB 3.0)
- Features
- Shock resistant, Hardware Full Disk Encryption (FDE), rugged, wrap-around USB cable, Apple Time Machine compatible, 256-bit AES
- Power Source
- USB bus
- Enclosure Colour
- Black
- Dimensions (WxDxH)
- 90 mm x 21 mm x 141 mm
- Weight
- 277 g
- Manufacturer Warranty
- 2-year warranty
Detailed Specification
General
- Device Type
- Hard drive - external (portable)
- Capacity
- 500 GB
- Hardware Encryption
- Yes
- Interface
- USB 3.0
- Features
- Shock resistant, Hardware Full Disk Encryption (FDE), rugged, wrap-around USB cable, Apple Time Machine compatible, 256-bit AES
- Width
- 90 mm
- Depth
- 21 mm
- Height
- 141 mm
- Weight
- 277 g
Performance
- Interface Transfer Rate
- 5.0 Gbps (USB 3.0)
Expansion & Connectivity
- Interfaces
- 1 x USB 3.0
Power
- Power Source
- USB bus
Software & System Requirements
- OS Required
- Apple MacOS X 10.7 or later, Microsoft Windows Vista / 7 / 8 / 8.1, Microsoft Windows RT / RT 8.1
Miscellaneous
- Cables Included
- 1 x USB 3.0 cable - integrated
- Compliant Standards
- MIL-STD 810G 516.6, IP5X, IPX3
- Enclosure Colour
- Black
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support
- Limited warranty - 2 years
Environmental Parameters
- Min Operating Temperature
- 5 °C
- Max Operating Temperature
- 35 °C
- Humidity Range Operating
- 20 - 80% (non-condensing)
