iStarUSA xAGE HDD Docking Station Review

	iStarUSA xAGE HDD Docking Station	5
	by erocker, on Sep 11th 2008, in External HDDs. Manufacturer: iStarUSA (5 User comments) »

Value and Conclusion

	The iStarUSA xAGE Hard Drive Docking Station can be had for $36.99 at major etailers.
	Excellent read performance Excellent write performance Good CPU utilization Good weight and sturdy construction Comes with all necessary cables Simple and stylish appearance On/Off button Includes rubber HDD sleeves Power supply is good for 100-240V Fits both 2.5" and 3.5" hard drives
	No eSATA connectivity Power cable too short Rubber sleeves attract dust Weight inside the dock is an unknown metal Plain looks
9.3	The iStarUSA xAGE-N99 HDD Docking Station overall was a pleasure to work with. From taking it out of the box, to setting it up, to getting it running, everything worked as it should. There are many different manufacturers to choose from when it comes to hard drive docks, so basically things come down to price, quality, speeds, and looks. This HDD dock does well in all categories, especially with speed. Sure, it looks a bit plain but it gets the job done and does it at a good price with overall build quality that is good. If you don't require eSATA connectivity, but need a USB HDD dock that utilizes all that USB 2.0 has to offer, this is the dock for you.