Testseek.com have collected 27 expert reviews of the Buffalo MiniStation TurboUSB USB2 HD-PFU2 and the average rating is 76%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Buffalo MiniStation TurboUSB USB2 HD-PFU2.
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27 Reviews
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Abstract: Buffalo Technologys latest addition to its line of USB storage devices is the MiniStation TurboUSB HD-PS series. We tested the 500GB version (HD-PS500U2). This pocket-size drive (only slightly bigger than a KitKat candy bar) supports Windows and Mac O...
Bigger numbers always sound good and I do feel that the 64% increase in performance isn’t as “no bull” as it should be. 4200 RPM drives already have a penalty compared to 5400 RPM drives, and even more of a penalty when compared to 7200 RPM drives. I...
Very fast transfer speeds, Compatible with Mac OS, Windows XP and Vista, Lots of storage space, Backup software included
Encryption software not intuitive, Software comes on CD, not preloaded on device
Encryption could be handled better, and we wish all of the necessary software was installed on the drive itself, but the MiniStation TurboUSB’s quick read and write speeds make it a very good companion for those who need to transfer information quic...
Loads of capacity, Lightning fast speeds, pocket-sized
Its expensive
Thirteen years ago, new PCs came with bulky, heavy 500MB hard drives inside. They were state of the art, and you could install the likes of Doom II and Duke Nukem 3D many times over.In 2008, things have moved on substantially. And we are now faced with...
Shock protection. Wrap-around, detachable USB cable. "TurboUSB" technology. Comes with spare USB power cable. Speedy performance.
One-year warranty. You must install a utility to activate the TurboUSB feature. No disaster recovery software.
The Buffalo MiniStation is a convenient pocket drive that can travel with you. Its vaunted TurboUSB technology does make things faster, though not necessarily the "64% faster" that the marketing claims....
Abstract: Buffalos MiniStation Turbo USB is the little brother of the DriveStation Turbo USB, which we reviewed few weeks ago. The product page on the Buffalo website explains what Buffalo means in saying that the Turbo USB devices are up to 64% faster...
Turbo USB does work to a degree, Sleek Appearance, Bus-powered, Turbo USB mode works on both Win & Mac, Lower CPU usage under Turbo USB mode, Great backup software
Price, Encryption software still buggy, Poor Vista performance (a SP1 problem actually), One year warranty...
The Buffalo 320GB MiniStation is an excellent bus powered drive that delivers great speed and easy to use backup software. The only drawback is the high price, but that has always come with increased performance. Pros & ConsTurbo USB does work to a deg...
Abstract: Buffalo MiniStation är en extern hårddisk som med sin kapacitet på 250 gigabyte ger massor av lagerutrymme. Den är kraftfull men tillräckligt liten och lätt för att passa i innerfickan utan problem.Tillverkaren lovar en kopieringshastighet på upp till ...
Abstract: Buffalo MiniStation er en ekstern harddisk, der med sin kapacitet på 250 GB giver masser af lagerplads. Den er hårdfør, og så er den lille og let nok til at kunne ligge i inderlommen uden at genere.Producenten lover en kopieringshastighed på op til 34,...
Abstract: In addition to USB Hi-Speed, Buffalos 320GB MiniStation can operate in TurboUSB mode if the included driver is installed on your PC. Buffalo claims that TurboUSB is up to 64 per cent faster than USB Hi-Speed, but our tests showed more modest impro...
