Any feedback for Transcend StoreJet ext HDD ?

[dashing.sujay]

Title says it all.

*www.flipkart.com/transcend-storeje...=b_1&ref=bff97f5c-e7c1-47ec-9ace-5f77321ac87e

Was looking to buy it due to the sole reason of millitary ruggedness (not to forget it's cheaper also). Else WD elements is always my preferred option, not to mention peace of mind with WD ASS.

Also, please comment on Transcend ASS.

Thanks.

 

[tkin]

Transcend RMA used to be pathetic around 2 yrs back, not sure about now. But its always recommended to go for a company that makes the drives, transcend only makes the casings.

 

[The Sorcerer]

Avoid. Only because of bad transcend RMA experiences by others in the past.

 

[sksundram]

I am using that drive. That first review on FK is written by me. No problem till date. It is rugged and gives a good grip to hold. No idea about Transcend RMA though.

 

[dashing.sujay]

Thanks all for kind suggestions, but [MENTION=158370]sksundram[/MENTION], you have confused me buddy. Bad ASS vs ruggedness ?!?

How are the write speeds ?

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[MENTION=52329]tkin[/MENTION] - Who is the OEM then ?

 

[whitestar_999]

my advice is don't get too sold on ruggedness.always consider any hdd(internal or external) to be a delicate glass piece even if it comes in a titanium casing.you can drop this hdd or WD ultra & chances of survival is same for both of them(same as flip of coin to get a head).

 

[tkin]

Thanks all for kind suggestions, but [MENTION=158370]sksundram[/MENTION], you have confused me buddy. Bad ASS vs ruggedness ?!?

How are the write speeds ?

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[MENTION=52329]tkin[/MENTION] - Who is the OEM then ?

Not sure, any Transcend user can check using HDTune, it could be Toshiba.

 

[dashing.sujay]

Ok guys, will go for wd now. Thanks

 

[vidhubhushan]

a friend is using the same (250gb model) for the last 5 years and it still works like a charm. he never faced any problems and bought it from someone known to me and the person assured of the ASS. that ass was never needed though.
almost same time, i on the other hand bought one Lacie 160gb model. it conked within 4 months and i got a 250gb as replacement.

 

[vutonium]

My Dad has the 1TB version and the only complaint is that the micro USB 3.0 connector on the cable goes loose. The clamps don't clamp at all.