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Iomega Zip 250 MB USB External Drive (PC/Mac)
Manufacturer: Iomega ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics Similar Items: Accessories:
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ASIN: B0000300QN ![]() |
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The Universal Serial Bus (USB) technology is the emerging standard for connecting anything to your computer. This state-of-the-art interface makes good on the long-touted promise of simple plug-and-play capability, moving beyond traditional limitations and annoyances of the SCSI or parallel port interfaces. Now, USB-equipped Macintosh and PCs running Microsoft Windows 98 can begin utilizing USB advantages available from the sleek translucent blue Zip USB drive.Amazon.com Product Description
The Zip 250 USB drive offers an ultrathin, mobile design that meets the high-capacity storage needs for both PC and Mac users. At an inch thick and weighing just under a pound, the Zip 250 USB drive can accompany the most demanding mobile computer user. Connect the drive conveniently with the industry-standard USB port. Mobile users can connect with a host-powered PCMCIA interface.Customer Reviews:
Hadn't used it for awhile ... and it died immediately........2007-11-04
avoid at all costs.......2005-03-22
Fast and reliable.......2001-07-16
When I bought mine, the USB-powered version was not yet available, so mine uses an AC power adapter. The USB-powered version would be nice to have for running on my laptop.
Warning: Don't buy this miserable piece of crap.......2001-02-10
Warning!!!! Slow, expensive, miserable service from Iomega.......2001-02-10
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Iomega 10918 Zip 250 MB Parallel Port
Manufacturer: Iomega ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics Similar Items: Accessories:
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ASIN: B0000300QQ ![]() |
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Affordable personal storage to move and backup your stuff anywhere. Expand your hard drive without limits; increase storage quickly, easily and economically, as you need it, with 250MB disks (also compatible with 100MB disks). Iomega ZIP 250MB Drive for PC expands your hard drive without limits, holding the stuff you need for work or play. They're fast, easy and familiar (like your hard drive). The 250MB Zip drive delivers a time-tested, feature-rich SuperFloppy with the highest capacity of any product in its category. Best of all, current Zip 100 drive users need not worry about their investment in 100MB Zip media - the new Zip 250 drive reads and writes 100MB Zip disks as well as 250MB Zip disks (optimum performance is gained using 250MB media).Amazon.com Review
Remember when floppy drives ruled the land of backup storage? With hard drives becoming ever more cavernous and file sizes becoming more bloated each year, it's a wonder those atrociously slow floppy drives still come standard on every computer. Maybe it's time you moved up to something faster, better, and more capacious. A Zip 100, you say? Maybe last year. But why bother with that when you can get a Zip 250?As you likely have gathered from the name, Iomega's Zip 250 uses 250 MB disks for incremental data backup. Since the media is removable, you can buy new disks when you need more storage instead of buying an entirely new drive. The 250 MB capacity is a much more reasonable standard for shuttling around files than the 1.44 MB diskettes used by a typical floppy drive.
You might be worried about purchasing a drive that uses a parallel interface, as that's the port most printers occupy. Iomega thoughtfully has designed the Zip 250 with a pass-through port, meaning you can attach the drive to the PC and then attach a printer to the Zip drive. It worked flawlessly in our tests. The drive comes with both an AC adapter and a parallel cable, along with one 250 MB Zip disk--everything you need to get started.
Zip drives always have been designed well, and the Zip 250 is exceptional in this regard. There's a well on the side for the power plug so it doesn't protrude from the jack. This makes it possible to stand the drive on its side if it's taking up too much space lying flat.
Zip products have been around long enough that the software for them has had plenty of time to mature. The included CD-ROMs contain useful tools like Copy Machine, which lets you copy a Zip disk using a single Zip drive, and a one-step backup/restore utility, which easily backs up files from your hard drive. We also liked the included Norton Zip Rescue Disaster Recovery software, which lets you make a working backup copy of your Windows installation so you can easily restore it if the system goes bad. It works much better than the Startup Disk utility included with Windows 95 and Windows 98.
The main drawback to the parallel-port Zip 250 is its abysmal transfer rate. Peaking at 0.8 MB per second, we're talking at least five minutes for a 250 MB transfer. That's under perfect circumstances, and we all know how often computer users encounter perfect circumstances. Regardless, it's better than the 1.44 MB floppy drive it replaces, and most users won't need to transfer more than a few megabytes worth of data at a time. --T. Byrl Baker
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Iomega Zip Drive 250 MB.......2007-05-13
Does a really fine job!.......2003-09-16
The Iomega drive engineers need a dope-slap.......2002-06-09
I gave Iomega my email address when I registered my drive but they didn't tell me that using their well-documented defective drives ruins the disk with loss of all data.
But, I had to get my data off, so I bought a Zip 250 and today I had the Click of Death again with total loss of data and a ruined expensive disk. Arrggh!
Needless to say, I would NEVER recommend a Zip drive and I am planning on forever boycotting Iomega.
And, if you happen to run into a Zip drive engineer who designed this turkey, please give him or her a (gentle) dope slap for me.
Who at Iomega thought this piece of engineering garbage was suitable for valuable data?
(If you are tempted to by a Zip, anyway, search for "Click of Death" ...before buying a Zip drive. I wonder how many countless gigabytes of data have been lost?)
Sloow.......2002-01-20
Oh god, get out of my face.......2001-06-22
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Zip 250 Drive Carbon Eide
Manufacturer: Compaq ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics ASIN: B00006BB5E ![]() |
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Extending the capabilities of your Compaq computer is easy when you use fully tested Compaq option products. Compaq's options conform to the same rigorous standards that have made Compaq computers famous the world over for quality, compatibility, reliability and performance.The Iomega Zip 250 Drive is the easiest way to store, backup, and move large files. Working like a floppy disk, the Zip 250 Drive reads and writes Zip 100 and Zip 250 disks. The Zip 250 performance is up to twenty times faster than traditional diskette drives. Each Zip 250 disk stores up to 170 diskette drives, eliminating the need for multiple standard 1.44-MB floppy disks. Collecting, creating, and protecting your files has never been easier.Product Description
Flexible data storage for PC and Macintosh computer users / Connects with and Powered by a USB port / Requires Zip Disk Easy to follow user's guide also includedAmazon.com Review
Nothing beats a Zip drive for transporting large files or making backups, as it combines proven speed and reliability with the most widespread compatibility. In our tests, we found that this extremely versatile 250 MB USB-powered Zip drive makes it child's play to add this capability to your PC or Mac. And its small, lightweight design makes an excellent travel companion, especially since it doesn't even need batteries or an external power source.The drive comes with detailed, easy-to-follow installation instructions, but you probably won't even need them. Just run the setup program and plug the drive into your USB port; your PC will automatically assign a drive letter to it and recognize it as a removable disk drive. There aren't any jumpers or switches to set; in fact, the drive has only one button, which ejects the disk. Once it's installed, you use it just like a floppy drive to save or copy files.
Physically, the drive sports a very thin, light plastic case, measuring 169 by 117 by 26 millimeters and weighing only 1.5 pounds. It draws all its power from the USB port, so there's no need for batteries or an external power supply. And, like any USB device, it's hot swappable: you can plug or unplug it without restarting your computer. It can sit flat on a table or stand upright with the included plastic stand.
Once we started playing with the USB-powered Zip 250, we immediately saw many situations in which it would come in handy. For example, say you wanted to do some work at home. You could easily copy the files to a Zip disk, take the drive home with you, and then just plug it into your PC and be ready to go. Since it's compatible with both PC and Macs, it's perfect for sharing files across operating systems. And of course, its compact shape makes it ideal for taking on the road.
The drive performed well in both our read and write testing; we didn't encounter any glitches, and it took just a little over 2 minutes to copy 100 MB of MP3 files to the drive. That's fast enough for most uses, and much faster than a Zip drive hooked up to a standard parallel or serial port, but not as fast as an internal IDE or SCSI Zip drive.
Iomega includes some valuable backup utilities with the Zip drive, as well as some other useful applications. Iomega Backup lets you create and schedule compressed backups of specific folders or entire drives. MusicMatch Jukebox is an excellent utility for ripping CDs and organizing your digital music files. And Adobe's ActiveShare offers a slick interface for manipulating photos and sharing them on the Web.
The USB-powered 250 MB Zip drive offers an inexpensive and simple way to add removable storage to your PC or Mac. Its slim, light design makes it absolutely invaluable for road warriors who needs to take their data with them. --Ken Feinstein
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Now it's even easier to take your Zip drive around town. With its USB cable, which provides both data and power, the Zip 250 MB USB-powered drive does not need an external power source. Not only is the new Zip 250 MB USB-powered drive the most portable storage solution out there, but it's also great-looking and easy to carry. At only nine ounces, you can take it anywhere and everywhere. And, the sleek new design will have you showing it off to all your jealous friends. Powered by a USB cable, it's easy to connect (just plug it in) and easy to launch (no rebooting). The new 250 Zip Drive is compatible with most major operating systems and all Zip 100 MB and 250 MB Zip disks.Customer Reviews:
2001 THUMBS UP, 2007 BIG THUMBS DOWN.......2007-11-15
Good product.......2007-05-30
Iomega Zip 250 drive.......2007-04-11
Zip drive.......2007-04-11
Replacing one that died.......2007-03-31
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The solution was so simple, so complete, and so needed when the 100MB Zip drive first came on the scene, that it's no wonder the Zip drive has earned a rock-solid reputation in the PC world as the preferred way to save, backup and collect your important files. Now, the 250MB version of the classic 100MB blue Zip drive is available, extending the Zip product family and the technology that's meeting the needs of the digital age. In addition, the amount of digital information is skyrocketing! Consider the size of even basic office application files, presentations, digital music, scanned family photos, digital video, tax files, financial records, not to mention the millions upon millions of web pages packed with information. It can be overwhelming.From all these choices, you'll pick what's valuable to you. You'll create and save. You'll download, and piece together a growing collection of content that's important to you. Your Zip 250 drive should serve as the safe deposit box for your library of PC files. Easy to duplicate and backup, rugged, reliable Zip disks can protect your data from hard drive crashes and even physical computer theft. And how about flexibility? The Zip drive detaches easily and goes where you go. Light and compact, the 250MB Zip drive can be the traveling person's complete solution, attachable to virtually any PC in the world. So go ahead, give your files room to grow. And give yourself the flexibility, transportability and reliability wrapped up in the 250MB Zip drive. You won't regret it.Amazon.com Product Description
The Zip 250 MB USB-Powered Drive Starter Kit from Iomega includes an ultrathin, portable SuperFloppy drive and three Zip 250 MB disks. Providing high-capacity removable storage for PC and Mac computers, the Zip 250 MB drive comes with a USB cable that transmits both data and power; no external power source is needed. At 1-inch thick and weighing just under a pound, the Zip 250 USB drive is easily transported.Compatible with most major operating systems, standard Zip 100 MB disks, and all 250 MB Zip disks, the Zip 250 MB USB drive comes with a one-year limited warranty. Iomega offers a 10-year limited warranty on the Zip U250 MB disks.
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What you're looking for.......2003-08-14
ZIP 250MB Starter - 3 U250 Disks not included.......2003-01-03
Zip 250 MB USB-Powered.......2002-12-13
Almost Great.......2002-12-11
At first I was concerned with the funny noises I heard coming from this little drive (remember, my previous experience was a built in 100MB version). It took me a while to realize these were the same sounds that came from the old drive, only much much louder. I don't know if click of death is still an issue with Zip drives, but those noises sure had me worried at first.
The portability is great, not only can you take the disks anywhere, but the drive itself is small enough to be transported easily. Simply unplug the thing, and you're good to go, it'll work on any computer with a built in USB port.
Compatibility is another story. I've had no problem reading and writing to Mac100 zip disks. On PC100s and PC250s, disk access is much slower. That's why this is only getting three stars, instead of four or five.
A fun little drive!.......2002-09-13
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Iomega ZIP 250 - Disk drive - ZIP ( 250 MB ) - SCSI - external - blue
Manufacturer: Iomega ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics ASIN: B0009LX23W ![]() |
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Iomega has enhanced the Zip product family to give you a truly universal and versatile storage solution - the Zip SCSI drive. The ZipPlus has everything the award-winning Zip drive has plus more! It offers the ability to share information from computer to computer and is perfect for storing special projects and presentations. The Zip is up to 50 times faster than a floppy drive. The Zip is perfect for storing multimedia files and images. The Zip is compatible with Windows 95, Windows NT, Windows 3.x, Mac OS, DOS, and OS/2. With an estimated Zip disk shelf life of 10 years, you can be sure your special projects are protected.Customer Reviews:
Zip 250 SCSI external.......2007-06-27
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Iomega ZIP 250 MB USB Powered - Disk drive - ZIP ( 250 MB ) - USB - external
Manufacturer: Iomega ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics ASIN: B0000T01OQ ![]() |
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The external Zip 250MB USB Powered drive from Iomega makes it easy to take high capacity storage anywhere. No external power supply is needed. Get the right connection - go anywhere.
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DYMO 2 X 2.34 Zip Drive Removable Labels 250/Roll
Manufacturer: Dymo-CoStar Corp ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics Accessories:
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White Zip disk removable labels for zip disks, name badges and general labeling.These labels are designed for the following systems: DYMO LabelWriter 320, 330, 330 Turbo, EL60, Turbo, SE300.0. For a complete compatibility list please refer to the original manufacturer's web site.
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Certified Pre-Owned Power Mac Gigabit G4/450 Dual Processor, Dual Bootable, 120 MB of RAM, 30 GB internal drive, internal Combo Drive, internal 56k modem, includes keyboard and mouse, internal 250 Mb Zip, ATI Rage 128 Video, OS CD is not included, OS 9.2.1 installed - Used Power Mac
Manufacturer: Apple Computer ProductGroup: CE Product Features:
ASIN: B000PQE88E ![]() |
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The Gigabit Ethernet G4 (PowerPC 7400) is similar to the AGP model in regards to internal design architecture. This model introduced the dual processor to the Mac with a dual 450 MHz and dual 500 MHz model. The video card replaces the DVI connection with Apple's ADC connection, which can support a 15", 17", or 22" Apple LCD. As the name suggests, this was the first model that had native Gigabit ethernet support. The fast network connection and available dual processors, makes this a fine choice for a file server.
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Certified Pre-Owned Power Mac Digital Audio G4/733, Dual Bootable, 512 MB of RAM, 60 GB internal drive, internal SuperDrive, no modem installed, includes keyboard and mouse, internal 250 Mb Zip, ATI Radeon 9800 Pro Video, OS CD is not included, OS 9.2.2 installed - Used Power Mac
Manufacturer: Apple Computer ProductGroup: CE Product Features:
ASIN: B000PQHO44 ![]() |
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The Digital Audio G4 (PowerPC 7410 or PowerPC 7450) has less RAM capacity than the previously released Gigabit G4 with a limit of 1.5 GB. This is due to the loss of one RAM slot, leaving three. This model also lost its 3.5-mm microphone jack, making room for Apple's proprietary Digital Audio jack. But what was lost in other areas, Apple made up for in processor and system bus speed increases. The processors range in speeds from 466 MHz to 733 MHz, with a dual 533 MHz model in the middle. It also requires PC133 RAM because of the faster bus speed. The faster system bus speed makes this a perfect light duty yet capable computer. Its internals will support many of the processor-intensive duties of Web 2.0 surfing and other family and data-entry activities.Cheap Consumer Electronics: