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Question: Writing light, power source 1. The review of the 750GB version states there is no light that shows whether the drive is writing; true? 2. I don't understand how this is powered by USB if it has an a/c adapter
Document: I got this drive for my birthday a few years ago, and I have to say it has never failed me. I've dropped it and knocked it off the table, a few times even while it was running and it never stopped working...this thing is like a tank. The only downside to having this is that you need an external power source to run it, unlike newer, smaller hard drives that are powered through the USB port.
Although this product states that it requires an "USB connection", you really need USB 2.0 connection. When I connected this drive to an older but still capable machine (3.0 GHz Intel single core / Windows XP) via USB 1.1 connection, I got a series of write cache / delayed write failure.
I have 2 computers. I partitioned this drive into 4 parts, 2 of which are for my computers' backup. This drive has cool design. I love it.Note: That orange strip on the picture is light when powered.
It works fine, no brainer to get it working.Btw, the light comes on when you connect it to your laptop, not when you plug it in.Fast easy and hopefully reliable, its not long since I bought it, I think just 2 months. I think everyone should review these drives after atleast 2 months. I'll let all know if it goes bad, but hey, will use SpinRite in that case 8-) Anyone using a computer with a hard-drive should spinRite.
Just a quick review of one of the best purchases I've made on Amazon.com! The Seagate FreeAgent Desktop 500GB external hard drive was incredibly easy to set up and has not given me one bit of trouble! I have used it 10-12 hours a day consistently since I installed it over 6 weeks ago and it has been a huge help to my work. The compact 3 and 1/2 inch design fits perfectly at my desk and looks great!
I have ran the drive 24/7 for about 2 weeks now and it is still running A ok. that shows a lot of integrity for durability and reliability.In order to turn off the drive you have to safely remove the hardrive and wait for the drive to power itself down. you can then remove the cables. REMEMBER, make sure you use the dock and stand for this drive.
1) Plug it into a power source that only is on when your computer is on. It doesn't have a power switch, but I have a power strip that is plugged into my backup power UPS and is only on when my whole system is on. That way you don't have to unplug it or lose data, as some users have reported.
Pros: Quietest external hard drive I have seen and runs with very low vibration. I also have the Western Digital My Book Premium 500GB that is much louder and causes much more vibration on the desk and is warmer. Well designed case, including a thinner than normal USB cable, a 1 piece AC adapter that is about 1.5"x3" in size, and all cables plug neatly at the bottom of the base. Works as expected on a Mac.
I am writing this review from my tablet, because a friend got hacked, my address was on her drive, and I got attacked.
Instead, the device is powered up when it is plugged in the USB port of a computer. If you keep it plugged into a computer, it will power down when the computer is turned off and vice versa.The only negative is that file access is a little slow, but I have nothing with which to compare it, except the hard drive that is built into my laptop.All in all, this is an excellent product and a good choice for solving my particular problem....
Answer: This is powered by the a/c adapter, not the USB.  I think it may know when to turn off and on because its hooked up to the computer.  When the computer is on, it is on, and vice versa.