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Testseek.co.uk have collected 28 expert reviews of the Seagate FreeAgent XTreme eSATA/USB2/FireWire and the average rating is 79%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Seagate FreeAgent XTreme eSATA/USB2/FireWire.
 
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The editors liked

  • Decent throughput performance
  • Supports eSATA
  • FireWire 400 and USB 2.0 interfaces
  • Decent bundle software
  • Quiet and cool during operation

The editors didn't like

  • ESATA connection needs reset after idling
  • No FireWire 800
  • ESATA cable not included

 

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  Published: 2009-03-30, review by: digitalartsonline.co.uk

  • Abstract:  This drive is reviewed as part of our group test of desktop storage devices.Let’s get one thing clear: the FreeAgent XTreme is clearly not intended for Mac users. The other two members of Seagate’s FreeAgent range – the desktop Desk and portable Go mod...

 
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  Published: 2008-09-30, Author: Dong , review by: CNET.co.uk

  • Decent throughput performance; supports eSATA, FireWire 400 and USB 2.0 interfaces; decent bundle software; quiet and cool during operation
  • eSATA connection needs reset after idling; no FireWire 800; eSATA cable not included
  • The Seagate FreeAgent Xtreme offers three inputs and a useful software bundle for a fair price per gigabyte. There's little not to like about this external drive ...

 
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  Published: 2010-09-17, review by: umlan.com

  • Easy to use, Lots of features, Encryption, Scheduled backup, Sync, Emits no noise,
  • Does not come with eSATA cable.
  • FreeAgent XTreme stands strong as it has a lot to offer by being highly "customizable" for a user. Depending on your needs you can easily pick up a model of FreeAgent XTreme which is suitable in capacity and speed. Does FreeAgent XTreme stands out in t...

 
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  Published: 2009-10-07, review by: lanoc.org

  • So Seagate introduced the Free Agent Xtreme, adding the Xtreme to make it stand out from the rest of the Free Agent line. What makes it stand out? Well I was really hoping to see a heavy duty external that can take a beating, instead the only thing tha...

 
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  Published: 2009-08-11, review by: geardiary.com

  • Enormous storage capacity. Sleek design and footprint. Fast!
  • Anything I could say here would just sound greedy. I really did not find anything that I did not like. Works With: Windows Vista, Windows XP

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  Published: 2009-03-03, review by: Laptopmag.com

  • Fast USB 2.0 and FireWire 400 performance, eSATA connection for blazing backups, Good automatic backup software, Encryption software
  • eSATA cable not included, No FireWire 800 connection
  • Protected by a five-year limited warranty, the Seagate FreeAgent XTreme lives up to its name by delivering speeds that will let you move large volumes of data quickly. While the Buffalo DriveStation Combo 4 features FireWire 800 and faster USB write sp...

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  Published: 2009-02-24, review by: Geek.com

  • Abstract:  Small issues aside, Seagate has two very nice external hard drive in their FreeAgent Xtreme and Desk. The Desk only has one connection, but most people will be using USB anyway, and the price means it is a very good deal. The XTreme..

 
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  Published: 2008-12-18, review by: thinkcomputers.org

  • Sleek design, LED array, Firewire, USB and eSATA connections, Easy setup
  • No eSATA cable or PCI bracket included, Can only have 1 backup plan
  • Seagate has another great product in the FreeAgent XTreme external hard drive. The new style of the drive will really appeal to consumers and the all black color is really sleek. The LED display on the front of the drives is really cool and many peopl...

 
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  Published: 2008-12-10, review by: brighthub.com

  • If you are looking for an external hard drive that is huge in data storage, rich in features and a leader in performance, youve got to take a look at the Seagate FreeAgent Xtreme 1 TB.Seagate FreeAgent XTreme 1 TB External Hard DriveList Price: $289....

 
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  Published: 2008-11-30, review by: everythingusb.com

  • Cool and silent operation, Stands up or sits flat, Three interfaces to choose from, Kensington lock port, Transparent and easy backups, Backup software comes with 256-bit encryption
  • Does not perform on-the-fly backups, eSATA cable not included, eSATA interface can be finicky with certain drive controllers, No power switch...
  • With a range of welcome improvements plus all three interfaces built into the casing, we're loving the new FreeAgent XTreme hard drive, but the software is a bit lacking compared to what was bundled with last year's model.Pros & ConsCool and silent ope...

 
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