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Transcend StoreJet 25A3 2.5" TS500GSJ25A3K 500 GB

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Placement: external; Type: HDD; Volume: 500 GB; Form factor ("): 2.5; Connection: USB-A 10Gbps; Manufacturer's warranty: 3 years; Cache memory (MB): 8; RPM: 5400 rpm;
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Transcend StoreJet 25A3 2.5" TS500GSJ25A3K 500 GB
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Placementexternal
TypeHDD
Featuresfor PC
Volume500 GB
Form factor2.5 "
ConnectionUSB-A 10Gbps
Manufacturer's warranty3 years
Technical specs
Cache memory8 MB
RPM5400 rpm
Features
Featuresdata encryption
power saving mode
General
Power source (external)USB port
Materialplastic
Size130x80x15 mm
Weight182 g
Official Websitetranscend-info.com
Added to E-CatalogNovember 2011
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Model overview based on user reviews  
The Transcend StoreJet 25A3 2.5" hard drive is praised for its attractive design and good quality build, despite being made of plastic. Its compact dimensions make it portable, fitting easily into a pocket. The drive offers fast performance with significant capacity and supports USB 3.0, which is beneficial for users with compatible ports. A short connection cable is included, which is convenient for laptop users but may require an adapter for desktop setups. However, the case is prone to scratches, and there is a notable defect rate, as some users have experienced failures shortly after purchase. It's advisable to back up important data frequently. Despite these issues, the product is generally well-received, especially if users are not concerned about potential defects or cosmetic scratches.
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Compact, fast, beautiful, but problems may occur
20 February 2014 
Overall, a very positive model. If it weren't for the disappointment caused by the first model, I would be absolutely satisfied. So if you're not afraid of encountering defects and don't mind scratches on the case (which will appear anyway), then go ahead and purchase it, you'll be completely satisfied.
Attractive design and good quality build of the case, even though it's made of plastic. Its dimensions are compact, and you can easily fit it in your pocket. It works fast and has a significant capacity. Supports USB 3.0, which is especially useful for those whose laptops already have such ports. I liked that the included connection cable is short. For desktop owners, this is clearly a disadvantage (which, however, can be fixed by buying an adapter). But for laptop owners, it's much more pleasant not to have a long snake-like cable on the table. The only thing is that the cable is non-standard, definitely not worth losing it. Power can be drawn from a second USB or a power supply with USB. As I understand it, Apple computer owners might not worry about power, as everything seems to work with just one port.
The case gets scratched quite easily. It doesn't bother me much, but aesthetics lovers should take note. The biggest problem, though, is that I got a defective model :( It broke down in a week, but fortunately I was able to exchange it without any issues, and no important data was recorded. After reading online, I found out these disks have a suspiciously high defect rate. Many people complain about it. So, if you have this model, try to make backups of all valuable data as often as possible. By the way, the second disk I received has been working without issues for two months now. Also, one small drawback is the absence of a case included.
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