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Sony 500GB External USB 3.0 HDD with A/V Link

Model number: HDEG5U/B
Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
Get reliable data storage while enhancing your home entertainment with this 500GB external USB 3.0 hard disk drive. A supplied USB cable allows you to view content on a compatible TV without a PC.

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$ 134 .99

$99.99

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Back up, store and transport your important files, digital images, MP3s and videos6 with the Sony HDEG5U/B external hard disk drive featuring USB 3.0 compatibility for ultra-fast transfer speeds. In addition to 500GB1 of storage capacity, this drive comes equipped with preloaded Data Transfer Accelerator software3 that delivers up to 3x faster data transfer, password protection4 and easy data backup—all wrapped up in a sophisticated, contemporary design. Optimized for A/V devices, you can easily view stored videos and photos directly on your compatible TV. Use the supplied USB cable to back up videos and photos directly from your compatible Handycam® camcorder—without the need for a PC2.

Internet Streaming and Connectivity

Get instant access to must-have entertainment, including thousands of hit movies, TV shows, music choices, online videos and games.1 Plus get new apps delivered to you automatically, so your selection is never outdated and you are always connected to the best entertainment.

Product Specifications

Hard Drive Spec

  • Capacity : 500GB
  • Color : Black
  • Compatible devices : Windows PC, Macintosh
  • Disk size : 2.5 inch
  • File System : FAT32
  • Interface Transfer Rate *value of standard : Max. 5Gbps(USB 3.0), Max. 480Mbps(USB2.0)
  • Operating Temperature : 5oC to 40o C (Non-condensing)
  • Port type : USB 3.0 Micro-B connector
  • Power Consumption : Max. 4.5W
  • Power Supply : DC 5V (USB bus powered)
  • Storage Temperature : -20o C to 60o C
  • Supported OS : Windows 7?32bit/64bit); Windows Vista?32bit/64bit); Windows XP(32bit); Mac OS X 10.4 or later (*Mac OS supports only USB2.0)
  • Usable Capacity (Approx.) : 465GB

Master Carton

  • Dimensions (Approx. W x H x D) : 10.5 x 8.0 x 11.44
  • Weights (Approx.) : 7.5

Supplied Accessories

  • Cable : USB 3.0 Standard-A to USB 3.0 Micro-B cable (60cm), USB adaptor cable for Handycam (Direct Copy)
  • PC Software only for Windows (installer pre-loaded on drive) : Data Transfer Accelerator, Backup Manager, Password Protection Manager, FAT32 Formatter

Convenience Features

  • File System : FAT32

Individual Package

  • Dimensions (Approx. W x H x D) without protrusions : 1.44 x 7.38 x 5.38
  • Weights (Approx.) : 0.75

Memory

  • Capacity : 500GB
  • Disk Size : 2.5"
  • Usable Capacity (Approx.) : 465GB

General

  • Compatibility : Windows PC, Macintosh
  • Operating Temperature : 5oC to 40o C (Non-condensing)
  • Power Consumption : Max. 4.5W
  • Power Supply : DC 5V (USB bus powered)
  • Storage Temperature : -20o C to 60o C

Interface

  • Port Type : USB 3.0 Micro-B connector
  • USB Port : USB 3.0 & USB 2.0

Operating Conditions

  • Transfer Rate : Max. 5Gbps(USB 3.0), Max. 480Mbps(USB2.0)

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HDEG5U/B 4.7 5 3 3
Best Storage for The Dollar Ever Excellent February 27, 2013
Meant for my Ps3 This is the best back up device I had so far and also good for documents. All my friends want this for its sleek steel look and awesome blue cyclone light it gives. Keep it up Sony. January 25, 2013
Works great with Playstation and Filmy. I recommend loading Filmy from the Playstation Store. After that, all you need to do is connect the Handycam to the hard drive and transfer your movies. After I do my transfer I format the Handycam again and that erases everything on the Handycam. One cable connection to the Playstation is a nice feature. The remote for the playstation helps navigate through your library of movies using the Filmy Application. I'm excited to find out how else I could utilize this product. January 16, 2012
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1. 500 GB = 500 billion bytes. Actual formatted capacity will be less.

2. Direct Copy requires compatible Handycam® camcorder and AC power for camcorder. Please visit www.sony.net/HDD for compatible models.

3. The Data Transfer Accelerator software for Windows® increases USB 3.0 transfer speed by 10 seconds when copying 500MBs of data to the unit. Based on Sony internal testing. Transfer speed may vary.

4. The password protection manager cannot be used with other encryption software. For use with PC only.

5. Please visit www.sony.net/HDD for compatible models.

6.File size must be 4GB or smaller to be stored on the external hard drive.

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