NEW YORK, Oct. 14, 2005 (PRIMEZONE) -- Digital Life -- Booth No. 107 -- Buffalo Technology, a global leader in the design, development and manufacturing of wired and wireless networking, storage and memory solutions, today introduced the MiniStation(tm) Shock Resistant Portable Hard Drive. The device will be available in capacities of 40GB (HD-PHS40U2/UC) and 80GB (HD-PHS80U2/UC).
Buffalo's new MiniStation is designed to allow users to conveniently store data while traveling and to prevent damage to the device in the event it is dropped or distressed. The Secure Lock Ware software locks the drive to protect data and prevent unwanted users from accessing that data.
"Traveling professionals are constantly on the move as their business trips can take them to two or three destinations within a week. Their vital data is traveling with them and for this very reason, we have seen a significant increase in the demand for portable hard drives," stated Morikazu Sano, senior vice president of global marketing at Buffalo Technology. "The main concerns these users have with any portable device are durability and security. The MiniStation offers both along with the convenience on-the-go professionals and advanced home users need for data protection: simple, yet powerful; durable and easily transportable."
The MiniStation is a high-speed 5400 rpm drive that is Windows and Mac compatible and supports USB 2.0 and 1.1. The device comes pre-formatted for immediate use and includes Buffalo's Auto-Installation technology so there is no need for installation CDs. The product comes with two USB 2.0 cables: a short, compact cable for travel and a longer cable for the home or office. Its silent operation and compact design make the MiniStation Shock Resistant Portable Hard Drive the ideal mobile storage solution.
Backed by a limited one-year warranty and toll-free 24/7 technical support, the MiniStation Shock Resistant Portable Hard Drive is immediately available at an estimated street price of $149 for the 40GB (HD -- PHS40U2/UC) and $199 for the 80GB (HD -- PHS80U2/UC). For more information about Buffalo Technology and its products, please visit the company's Web site at www.buffalotech.com.
About Buffalo Technology
Buffalo Technology (USA), Inc., based in Austin, Texas, is a leading global provider of award-winning networking, memory, storage and multimedia solutions for the home and small business environments as well as for system builders and integrators. With almost three decades of networking and computer peripheral experience, Buffalo has proven its commitment to delivering innovative, best-of-breed solutions that have put the company at the forefront of infrastructure technology. For more information about Buffalo Technology and its products, please visit www.buffalotech.com.
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