All stock codes associated to this product
HDLB2.0TU3A3, HD-LB2.0TU3-A3, HDLB20TU3A3, 4981254529249
DriveStation Axis USB 3.0 - HD-LBU3
2 TB HD-LB2.0TU3
Description
Buffalo's DriveStation Axis USB 3.0 Hard Drive HD-LBU3 is an easy to use solution for the easy addition of external storage to any device using a USB port. It features a sleek, attractive chassis that can be positioned vertically or horizontally, adapting to the location it is used in for efficient use of space. With USB 3.0 support and backward compatibility with USB 2.0, DriveStation Axis USB 3.0 works with almost any PC or Mac computer and provides interface speeds up to 5 Gbps*.
It comes equipped with Buffalo Tools, a feature-rich suite of tools designed to enhance computer performance and the day-to-day digital life of Windows PC consumers: boost transfer speeds by up to 4X over USB 2.0, conserve energy and battery consumption and perform PC backups. DriveStation Axis USB 3.0 is the perfect solution for expanding storage or backing up your computer.
SuperSpeed USB 3.0
SuperSpeed USB offers maximum interface speeds of up to 5 Gbps*, an amazing 10 times faster than USB 2.0.
USB 2.0 Compatibility
The DriveStation USB 3.0 storage solution is backward compatible with USB 2.0 enabled desktop computers and notebooks. Simply plug the cable into the USB 2.0 port and you are connected – no additional hardware is required. With a variety of capacities available, the DriveStation Axis HD-LBU3 gives users the ability to quickly back-up massive amounts of important data and other digital assets across multiple platforms and USB interfaces.
The DriveStation USB 3.0 storage solution is backward compatible with USB 2.0 enabled desktop computers and notebooks. Simply plug the cable into the USB 2.0 port and you are connected – no additional hardware is required. With a variety of capacities available, the DriveStation Axis HD-LBU3 gives users the ability to quickly back-up massive amounts of important data and other digital assets across multiple platforms and USB interfaces.
Upgrade Your Computer to USB 3.0
In conjunction with the SuperSpeed USB DriveStation, Buffalo has released two interface card adapters for an instant USB 3.0 upgrade. The USB 3.0 PCI Express Interface Card IFC-PCIE2U3 for PCs and the USB 3.0 ExpressCard Adapter IFC-EC2U3/UC for laptops allow users to upgrade their computers to utilize SuperSpeed USB technology for the fastest USB data transfer speeds ever. Plus, each adapter card has two USB 3.0 ports for two simultaneous SuperSpeed connections.
Back up and Manage Your Data with Buffalo Tools!
Buffalo Tools is a feature-rich suite of optional software included on many Buffalo DriveStation and MiniStation storage products. Any or all of the following components of Buffalo Tools may be installed on Windows PCs.
Buffalo's Backup Utility: An easy-to-use and fully featured backup software for Windows PCs and can be used to back up one or multiple computers with a single Buffalo external hard drive.
ECO Manager: Energy efficiency tool conserves energy and reduces battery consumption by regulating the power usage of the hard drive, cutting power to the drive during extended periods of inactivity.
RAMDISK: A simple utility that allows you to create a RAM disk on your Windows PC which creates a small, but extremely fast environment to work on files in.
SecureLock: Windows software that provides complete control of the data encryption on your Buffalo external hard drive, providing password protection and software data encryption.
Features
SuperSpeed USB 3.0: Provides accelerated file access and interface speeds up to 5 Gbps*
Compatible with USB 2.0 and 3.0: Support for legacy USB 2.0 and SuperSpeed 3.0
Adaptable Positioning: Product designed to be positioned horizontally or vertically for ultimate flexibility and versatility in any environment
Connect & Go: Preformatted hard drive is ready to use out of the box – no formatting or installation required; simply plug it into any USB port
Works with PC (NTFS and HFS+ support) and Mac®: Connect to your computer for additional storage or backup of your music, photo, video and data files
Fanless Design: Allows for quiet operation, perfect for home media centers and game rooms
TurboPC Utility: Enhance the overall performance of your Windows PC and increase file transfer rates up to 4 X over competing USB 2.0 hard drives
Back Up Your Files: Buffalo’s Backup Utility automatically backs up your Windows PC, protecting your data
Time Machine® Compatibility: Works perfectly with Time Machine to back up your Mac computer
Eco Manager: Eco minded power management tool regulates power usage, conserving energy and battery consumption
Specifications
Internal Hard Drives
Number of Drives
|
1 |
Drive Interface
|
SATA 3 Gb/s
|
USB Interface
Standard Compliance
|
USB 3.0 / USB 2.0 |
| Connector Type |
A type |
Number of Ports
|
1 |
Data Transfer Rates
|
Max. 5 Gbps (USB 3.0)
Max. 480 Mbps (USB 2.0) |
Other
| Dimensions (WxHxD in.) |
1.5 x 4.8 x 7.5 |
Weight (lbs)
|
2.1 |
Operating Environment (Fahrenheit)
|
41-95 |
| Client OS Support |
Windows 7 (32-bit/64-bit), Windows Vista (32-bit/64-bit), WindowsXP, Windows 2000, Windows Server 2003 (32-bit)*, Windows Server 2003 R2 (32-bit)*, Windows Server 2008 (32-bit/64-bit)*, Windows Server 2008 R2 (64-bit)*, Mac OS X 10.4 or later* |
| Power Consumption (Watts) |
Max. 24 W
|
| Power Supply |
AC 100-240V 50/60 Hz |
*Only basic external hard drive functionality is supported in these operating systems, some included utilities may not work.
