ADATA launches waterproof and shockproof HD710 portable drive

ADATA Technology, a leading manufacturer of high-performance DRAM modules and NAND Flash storage application products, today announced the introduction of the DashDrive Durable HD710 – a portable rugged hard drive in India. The DashDrive family is the newest addition to the company’s impressive line-up of storage devices, signifying mobile, rapid, and dependable data access. The housing of the HD710 is comprised of a unique silicon material, and the drive incorporates military-grade shockproof and waterproof (IPX7) construction with an ultra-fast USB 3.0 interface. Its sporty outlook and dynamic design match the requirements and style of sports and outdoor enthusiasts, with colour options, including blue, yellow, and black. Here are the following capacities along with their pricing:

• 500GB - Rs.6,370
• 750GB - Rs.6,880
• 1TB - Rs.8,036

As tough as they get

ADATA was one of the first companies to bring this level of ruggedness to portable hard drives. This latest military-spec compliant drive is capable of handling the toughest conditions, and still delivers blazing fast USB 3.0 transmission speed consumers have come to expect. If you travel a lot or are just plain clumsy, then this added protection is a must have for you. The USB cable tucks into a wraparound exterior slot in the drive casing, providing an elegant storage solution. The drive is available in different colours and despite being rugged and bulky, it’s actually more visually appealing, compared to most standard hard drives in the market. It also features a bright cold-blue LED indicator that shines through the enclosure to indicate power and data transfer status. Along with the drive, you also get some nifty software like OStoGO.

This tool assists you by converting your Microsoft Windows 7 Installation DVD to ADATA portable storage devices, providing you the convenience of being able to quickly install Windows 7 via USB Booting without the need for an optical drive. The HDDtoGo tool synchronizes data, emails and your Favorites, while Norton Internet Security 2012 (60-day trial) safeguards your data from viruses and other harmful processes.