G-Technology G-Tech G-Safe, 500GB External Hard Drive RAID Storage Solution, with FireWire 800 & USB 2.0 Interface, for Macintosh & Windows (GSFM35500)

G-SAFE is the Perfect Storage Solution for Professional Digital Photographers. G-SAFE is the ideal storage solution to safeguard digital photo files downloaded from flash memory cards. G-SAFE offers the ultimate in peace of mind by simultaneously writing to two independent hard disk drives providing instant back up of the images as you save them. And unlike single drive backup systems, if a drive failure occurs your images are safe and accessible.

The Latest in Storage Technology - Hardware RAID 1 Engine G-SAFE incorporates the latest disk storage technology currently available including high performance 7200 RPM SATA II hard drives each with up to 16MB of cache and a sophisticated hardware RAID 1 (mirroring) engine. The use of these latest generation components enables G-SAFE to offer superior performance and unmatched data protection.

G-SAFE features high-speed FireWire 800 and USB 2.0 interfaces for universal connectivity to Mac's and PCs. G-SAFE can also be connected to FireWire 400 enabled computer with an optional 9-pin to 6-pin FireWire cable. G-SAFE is available in protected storage capacities up to 750 GB (using two 750 GB drives) - enough storage capacity to safeguard up to 325,000 5 megapixel images.

G-SAFE features a stylish and compact all aluminum enclosure with two hot-swappable SATA II disk drive modules and an internal 200W power supply. The integrated front panel LCD is used to monitor the health of the system while the removable fan module cools the system to ensure maximum system performance and reliability.

G-SAFE appears to any Mac or PC computer as a single big and fast disk drive. Simply attach G-SAFE to your Mac, power the system on and you are ready to start protecting your digital images. A simple reformat is all it takes to ready G-SAFE for use with Windows PCs. G-SAFE is backed by a standard 2-year factory warranty and unlimited free technical support by representatives experienced with the latest content creation applications.