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OWC / Other World Computing OWC miniStack 8TB 7200RPM External Storage Solution
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OWC miniStack 8TB Compact 7200RPM External Storage Solution, USB 3.1 Gen 1, Up to 208MB/s Transfer Speed

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Review Summary

2017-07-26T13:44:51

Rated 5 out of 5

Well-built Storage Enclosures

This is the fourth miniStack storage item I have purchased. I got fed up with cheaper, poorly made hard drives with flimsy cable connectors. With other drives, I have experienced unexpected disconnections during data transfer. Micro B USB 3.0 -- are you kidding me? I would not trust a skinny connection like that to reliably send and receive massive amounts of valuable electronic information. Be sure never to accidentally bump your drive, or you may disconnect or damage your hardware! Data corruption, especially on a drive this size, is unacceptable. It is worth spending a little more for solid construction and many years of reliable service. Buy miniStack.

Justin H.

OWC miniStack Specifications

  • Hardware

    Minimum: Mac or PC featuring USB 2.0 interface
    Recommended (Best performance): Mac or PC featuring USB 3.1 Gen 1 interface

  • Bootability

    Any Mac that supports booting via USB

  • Interface (Chipset)

    1x USB 3.1 Gen 1 (ASMedia ASM1153E)

  • Standard Mechanism

    8.0TB HGST Deskstar NAS Hard Disk Drive

  • Operating Temperature

    5 to 42 deg. C (41 to 108 deg. F)

  • Non-Operating Temperature

    40 to 65 deg. C (104 to 149 deg. F)

  • Software

    OS:
    OS X 10.6.8 or later
    Windows 7 or later

    Driver:
    Driver not required for OS X
    Driver not required for Windows

  • Software Included

    Intech Hard Disk SpeedTools Utilities OEM for Mac OS X 10.4
    ProSoft Engineering Data Backup 3 for Mac OS X 10.4 or later
    NovaStor NovaBACKUP for Windows 7
    Over 1.5GB of freeware, shareware, and public domain software

  • Dimensions (HxWxL)

    36 x 197 x 197mm (1.42 x 7.76 x 7.76")

  • Weight

    Without Drives: 1.9 lbs (0.86kg)

  • UPC Code

    812437024913

About OWC miniStack

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Well-built Storage Enclosures

By Justin H.

This is the fourth miniStack storage item I have purchased. I got fed up with cheaper, poorly made hard drives with flimsy cable connectors. With other drives, I have experienced unexpected disconnections during data transfer. Micro B USB 3.0 -- are you kidding me? I would not trust a skinny connection like that to reliably send and receive massive amounts of valuable electronic information. Be sure never to accidentally bump your drive, or you may disconnect or damage your hardware! Data...

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Stackable Storage
The OWC miniStack is the compact, stackable, external hard drive solution designed to complement the look and feel of the latest Mac lineup. With a footprint identical to the 2010 and later Mac mini , the two stack together for seamless desktop integration. With a low-profile design, miniStack is a versatile storage solution. It's perfect for adding external storage to your Mac mini. And whether on your desktop, as a media library for your home entertainment system or doing duty in the server room, miniStack delivers reliable, high-speed performance. It's a compact project or backup drive for any computer, but stacks perfectly with your Mac mini.

• Fast transfer speeds up to 208MB/s
• USB 3.1 Gen 1 connectivity
• Compact, aluminum design with MagLev cooling fan
• Stacks perfectly with Mac mini

Quick and Quiet
The miniStack features a high-speed USB 3.1 Gen 1 interface combined with a stylish anodized aluminum chassis and MagLev fan for whisper-quiet, high-speed performance that makes the miniStack the perfect companion for your desktop.

Reliability and Support You Can Count On
Like all OWC drives, miniStack is built to the highest standards of reliability and performance. Because our goal is always 100% reliability, it's rigorously quality tested and backed by our 3 year warranty and 24/7 Customer Support.

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What's in the box:

  • OWC miniStack 8TB Compact 7200RPM External Storage Solution
  • 1m USB 3.1 Gen 1 Standard-A to Standard B Cable
  • Power Supply and Power Cable
  • Quick Start Guide
  • Assembly Manual & User Guide (Download Only)
  • Complimentary 1 Year Level 1 Data Recovery
  • OWC 3 Year Limited Warranty and 24/7 Customer Support