Vantec NexStar NST-250U2 USB 2.0 Enclosure Review

This is a review of the Vantec NexStar NST-250U2 USB 2.0 2.5" hard drive enclosure. It includes performance of the Samsung MP0402H Notebook Hard Drive when attached as an external drive on the USB 2.0 interface.

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Review

Here are the important specifications.

• gray-colored alumininum body, with plastic end caps.
• dual-color (green/orange) activity LED
• USB 2.0 & 1.1, hot-swappable and plug-n-play
• holds 2.5" IDE notebook hard drives
• powered by USB
• comes with CD, installation guide, cable, enclosure, screws, and case

Pricing

newegg.com pricing on 08/22/2004:
NST-250U2 - $17.99
40GB OEM SAMSUNG 5400 MP0402H - $84.00
Shipping - $4.99