The FireBay enables users of any such devices to utilize them as conventional external peripherals on FireWire-equipped Macs. The FireBay itself is stackable, and can be either bus-powered or AC powered, depending on the expansion bay device installed. The backplane of the FireBay features a FireWire cable connector, and to reduce cable clutter, the stackable design incorporates a topside FireWire port which will connect multiple FireBays together without any external cabling. MCE said the FireBay enables PowerBook users to access several expansion devices simultaneously. May. The product will include the driver software, a cable, and owner's manual.
Pricing is still to be determined.
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