Hard Drive | 2 TB Desktop |
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Number of USB 3.0 Ports | 1 |
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Fantom Drives 2TB External Hard Drive HDD, GFORCE 3 Pro 7200RPM, USB 3.0, Aluminum, Black, GF3B2000UP
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Digital Storage Capacity | 2 TB |
Hard Disk Interface | USB 3.0 |
Connectivity Technology | USB |
Brand | Fantom Drives |
Special Feature | 7200RPM, Aluminum, Drive Stand, On/Off Switch |
Hard Disk Form Factor | 3.5 Inches |
Hard Disk Description | Desktop |
Compatible Devices | Windows 7, 8, 10, 11 or newer, PlayStation 4 (PS4), PlayStation 5 (Library Only), Mac OS X or newer, Xbox One, S, X See more |
Installation Type | External Hard Drive |
Color | Black |
About this item
- Fantom Drives GFORCE3 7200RPM is a very fast, easy to use plug and play external hard drive.
- With USB 3. 0 connection allowing transfer rates up to 10 times the rate of USB 2. 0, the GFORCE3 is made for fast data transfer.
- The enclosure is made with high quality aluminum which doubles as a heat sink. GFORCE3 is great at heat dissipation and is fan less to ensure cool and quiet operation.
- The external hard drive provides additional space for Macbook Pro, PC, PS4 and Xbox One.
- The GFORCE3 hard drive comes with an external hard drive stand for vertical placement, USB 3. 0 cable and a 12V power supply. 1 Year Manufacturer with an extra year available with product registration through Fantom Drives.
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Storage Capacity | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.6 | 4.4 | 4.4 | — |
Tech Support | 3.3 | 2.6 | 4.2 | — | 3.3 | — |
Durability | 4.2 | — | 4.4 | — | 4.2 | — |
Sleep mode | 3.8 | 3.6 | — | — | 3.8 | — |
Easy to install | — | 4.5 | 4.7 | 4.4 | — | — |
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storage capacity | 2 TB | 20 TB | 2 TB | 2 TB | 4 TB | 250 GB |
hardware interface | usb3.0 | usb | usb | usb3.0 | usb3.0 | usb3.1 c, usb3.1 a, thunderbolt |
compatible devices | Windows 7, 8, 10, 11 or newer, Mac OS X or newer, PlayStation 4 (PS4), PlayStation 5 (Library Only), Xbox One, S, X | Computer, Laptop, Gaming Console, Mac, Smartphone | Laptop, Desktop | Laptop, Desktop, xbox, PS4 | PC, Gaming Console | Laptop, Computer, Smartphone, Tablet, Macbook |
form factor | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch | Portable | Portable | 3.5-inch | Portable |
write speed | 175 | 250 | — | — | 175 | 1050 |
read speed | 175 megabytes per second | 250 megabytes per second | 1 bytes per second | 120 megabytes per second | 175 megabytes per second | 1050 megabytes per second |
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Even Faster Transfer RatesThe Gforce 3 Pro 7200RPM is generally 33% faster than the 5400RPM series. Reach even faster rates with the newest generation USB 3.0* allowing transfer rates up to 10 times the rate of USB 2.0. |
Audio and Video For ProfessionalsThe Gforce 3 Pro USB 3.0 hard drive is perfect for audio and video professionals requiring maximum performance and reliability. |
Natural Heat SinkThe hard and durable aluminum casing acts as a natural heat sink to allow for a fan-free design. |
Horizontal or VerticalThe Gforce 3 Pro can be stored horizontally or vertically to optimize your workspace. |
USB 3.0 | USB 3.0 & eSATA | USB 3.0, eSATA & FireWire 400/800 | |
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USB 3.0 Port | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
eSATA Port | ✓ | ✓ | |
FireWire 400/800 Port | ✓ | ||
Form Factor | External Unit | External Unit | External Unit |
Power Supply | 110/220V with on/off switch | 110/220V with on/off switch | 110/220V with on/off switch |
Rotational Speed | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Mac Support | Mac OSX 10.6 and later | Mac OSX 10.6 and later | Mac OSX 10.6 and later |
Windows Support | Windows Vista, 7, 10, 11 and later | Windows Vista, 7, 10, 11 and later | Windows Vista, 7, 10, 11 and later |
Thunderbolt 3 | Compatible (Cable Sold Separately) | Compatible (Cable Sold Separately) | Compatible (Cable Sold Separately) |
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Technical Details
Brand | Fantom Drives |
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Series | GFORCE 3 Pro |
Item model number | GF3B2000UP |
Hardware Platform | PC;Mac |
Operating System | Mac OS X 10.6 or later, Windows 7 or later, PS4 (PlayStation 4) with Patch 4.5+, and Xbox |
Item Weight | 2 pounds |
Product Dimensions | 1.5 x 4.5 x 7.75 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 1.5 x 4.5 x 7.75 inches |
Color | Black |
Flash Memory Size | 2 TB |
Hard Drive Interface | USB 3.0 |
Hard Drive Rotational Speed | 7200 RPM |
Manufacturer | Fantom |
ASIN | B00671E8DG |
Country of Origin | USA |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | November 12, 2011 |
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4.2 out of 5 stars |
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Best Sellers Rank | #428 in External Hard Drives |
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GFORCE 3 is a market tested product and is proven for reliability and quality. The Pro version of GFORCE 3 uses 7200RPM hard drives that are generally 33% faster than 5400RPM drives. Using high quality aluminum, the GFORCE 3 does not need a fan and as it doubles at a heat sink. Versatile sleek design makes it a must have complement to any home or office environments.
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Customers like the performance, ease of use, and value of the computer drive. For example, they mention it works flawlessly, integrates easily with Mac Time Machine, and mounts automatically. That said, they're satisfied with storage space, and appearance. That being said, opinions are mixed on quality and noise.
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Customers like the performance of the drive. They say it has a very nice performance increase across the board, especially in GTA 5. The drive works flawlessly within about a minute, has great drive capacity, and good speeds. Some say that the Xbox runs its apps better after using it. The drive provides ample space and fast data access, making it suitable for backups.
"...n't tested it for speed, but it's a 7200-rpm drive, and it's fast enough for backups for sure...." Read more
"great drive capacity with good speeds, I would only recommend it to people who do not require extremely fast speeds such as using it as a steam..." Read more
"...With the 7200rpm, I got no stutters on that game. So even if the benefits are minuscule, sometimes that's enough to even out the rough edges...." Read more
"I’ve been using my 10TB drive for about a week now and it’s very fast, and quite easy to set up...." Read more
Customers like the ease of use of the computer drive. They say that the setup and installation were a breeze, it's speedy, and it integrates easily with Mac Time Machine. The drive mounts automatically when they boot their Mac and makes everything seamless. Customers also mention that the consoles will automatically configure the hard drives with just a click of a button.
"...drive is quieter than any of my other hard drives, and it mounts automatically when I boot my Mac...." Read more
"...my 10TB drive for about a week now and it’s very fast, and quite easy to set up...." Read more
"...So I gave it to my wife to set up with her laptop. The setup and installation were a breeze and now my wife has more memory than she knows what to..." Read more
"Integrates easily with Mac Time Machine. I partitioned 3TB for on going backups and the other 5TB for working with videos." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the drive. They say it's a great value for backup, and the price is good for the speed and storage.
"...plan on using this as an archive or a plex sever this is a cost effective solution." Read more
"...Other than that it seems well made and well priced." Read more
"...I have to unplug and plug back in to get it back. Got them at a great price but I thought I was getting a U.S. made drive - discovered that the..." Read more
"...as in the previous three, work flawlessly out of the box at a great price...." Read more
Customers like the storage space of the hard drive. They mention it has plenty of room and works great for expanding storage capacity. Some say that it makes clattering noises, but it holds data perfectly fine. Overall, most are satisfied with the performance and functionality of the drive.
"great drive capacity with good speeds, I would only recommend it to people who do not require extremely fast speeds such as using it as a steam..." Read more
"...While the drive delivers on its promise of ample space and fast data access, there's a significant downside that I hadn't anticipated: the noise..." Read more
"...Overall, the large storage available in a reliable and functional package make this a worthwhile purchase and is one I would make again." Read more
"...For the speed during gaming, the incredibly large boost of storage, and for less than 100 bucks, it's just not something that's been an issue for..." Read more
Customers are impressed with the nice looking and sturdy all metal case of the computer drive. They say it looks nice sitting in the dock and the encasing is a nice metal sleek finish. Some customers also mention that the blue LED is s a good touch.
"...It's also a very sleek-looking drive, with a nice brushed-steel black finish, and it looks thinner on my desktop than the main image in this listing..." Read more
"...It looks awesome sitting next to my xbox one.2...." Read more
"...is nice, it has a power switch on the back, and the encasing is a nice metal sleek finish...." Read more
"...The drive looks amazing, very sleek and beautiful. Can't give a good product a bad review for my lack of investigation." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the computer drive. Some mention that it's really solid, reliable, and looks like excellent quality from the outside. However, others say that it failed without warning and resulted in data loss.
"...I would recommend this drive to anyone who wants a solid, well-built desktop hard drive...." Read more
"...Pros1. The thing feels really solid. The actual external closure is made out of metal while the stand is made out of plastic...." Read more
"...At this point I'm about a grand in the hole, with reliably unreliable drives because I liked the drive case, and gave the company the benefit of the..." Read more
"...They have been very reliable and served me well. I cannot understand what happened with their quality recently...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the noise of the computer drive. Some mention it is extremely quiet in operation, while others say that it makes a high-frequency squealing or screeching sound. Some customers also say that the hard drive spins a bit loudly and starts making nonstop grinding noises.
"...Red October silent. Looks like the first drive was just a dud.This is the loudest hard drive I've ever had in my life...." Read more
"...It started making loud clunking noises and spinning all the time, and I replaced it before I experienced any data loss, but it was about dead...." Read more
"We've had it for over six months, and it's very quiet. No complaints." Read more
"...of the spinning disk when RPMs are decreasing, but avery audible high frequency sound which I never heard through my 30+ years of experience with..." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the light on the computer drive. They say it's bright, annoying, and blinding. Some customers also mention that the light glares and flashes repeatedly.
"...Although the LED can be slightly annoying and the noise produced by the drive irritates me, I can't ignore the performance and durability of the..." Read more
"...The blue light in front is absolutely too bright; however, I have placed the unit facing the wall towards the rear of the shelf I have it in, so..." Read more
"...Couple that with the bright blue light and this thing is certainly a headache to have plugged into any computer that is in the same room as you..." Read more
"...It's spinning, and making some occasional noises, the irritatingly blue LED is glaring like it always has...." Read more
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This Fantom drive replaces a CalDigit Media Drive, for which I paid more than twice as much, and which was only 1 TB. That drive, hyped as a reliable pro-quality drive, was noisy and lasted less than two years. It started making loud clunking noises and spinning all the time, and I replaced it before I experienced any data loss, but it was about dead. The CalDigit external drive required me to push an "on" button with every startup; unlike any of my other drives, it would not mount on its own.
This Fantom drive is quieter than any of my other hard drives, and it mounts automatically when I boot my Mac. I'm using it as my Time Machine drive, and so far it's working flawlessly. It's also a very sleek-looking drive, with a nice brushed-steel black finish, and it looks thinner on my desktop than the main image in this listing makes it appear. A nice blue LED assures me that it's turned on. The feel of this enclosure is that it's well made, a real quality deal. I haven't tested it for speed, but it's a 7200-rpm drive, and it's fast enough for backups for sure. I'll need new computer with USB 3.0 to really appreciate the transfer speed.
I would recommend this drive to anyone who wants a solid, well-built desktop hard drive.
UPDATE: It's now March of 2015, and this drive, alongside its twin, are still humming along nicely doing a lot of heavy lifting. My Mac Pro user folder is on one, and Time Machine is on the other, and I've yet to have any issue with these drives running nearly 24/7. Awesome!
Pros
1. The thing feels really solid. The actual external closure is made out of metal while the stand is made out of plastic. The connections in the back, the power switch, and all of it feels like a complete and sturdy package. I imagine it'll last for a long time if I treat it right (assuming the drive isn't a dud, which happens from time to time). It looks awesome sitting next to my xbox one.
2. 2TB as advertised and so far it's taken all the games I own (about 12, of varying sizes) with about 75% of its capacity left to play with. Transfers have been (relatively) quick and painless. The formatting process on the Xbox One was also quick and painless.
3. The drive turns off when the console turns off. Woot!
4. The 7200rpm vs 5400rpm debate is long and tedious. I will say this. On an old 3TB 5400rpm drive, I got exactly ONE bit of stutter while playing a game on NHL 16. With the 7200rpm, I got no stutters on that game. So even if the benefits are minuscule, sometimes that's enough to even out the rough edges. Glad I went 7200rpm.
5. Unless I update and say that the drive failed, assume the drive continues to live :)
Cons
1. I wish the USB 3.0 cable were a bit longer. Kind of limits my placement of this device. I may have to buy a slightly longer one if my current placement doesn't work out.
2. A mode to turn the blue light off would've been nice. It is kind of harsh.
Some things of note:
1. This really is just a 7200rpm hard drive wrapped up in a really cool, all metal enclosure. By that I mean (I'm like 95% certain) that there's no difference between this and a 7200rpm drive you buy for your desktop computer. In reality, you could probably pick up a 7200rpm drive, buy an enclosure, and create something like this yourself if you're tech-savvy DIY type. I'm tech savvy, but I'm notoriously bad at DIY which is why I got this one.
2. Because it is pretty much a standard, desktop-grade 7200rpm hard drive, the snicks and wizzes that people are hearing are actually totally normal. That's what desktop HDDs sound like. Some may think it's too loud or worrisome, I can tell you it's not. That's what my computer hard drive sounds like and it's still ringing after 5 years.
Overall, I'm currently super happy about my purchase. It's working very well and my games play extremely well off of it. Don't listen to the debates, there's really not much of a real-world difference between 5400rpm and 7200rpm, but if you're like me and you want to go that "little, itty bitty" extra mile with your Xbox One, this is a good drive to do it with. Just point the light the other way so it burns holes in your walls instead of your retinas! :D