Icy Box 390 External HDD Enclosure ReviewMarch 28th, 2008 The newest Icy Box to hit the streets is the IB-390StUS-B. This external hard drive enclosure includes a feature we have come to expect in all external drive cases that enter our lab, eSATA. What else does it bring to the table in order to stand out from the crowd? Let's find out as HardwareLogic reveals if the Icy Box really is a cool product.
Tagan Technology was founded when a group of guys met at the 2001 Computex show held in Taipei, Taiwan. During the dinner party, they spoke of the perils encountered while using power supplies. This group got together and spent a year discussing, designing and developing reliable power supplies that would appeal to the masses. Most recently, Tagan has partnered with graphics giant, nVidia, in developing the Enthusiast System Architechture (ESA) system. Currently a successful and growing power supply manufacturer, Tagan has branched out into the computer case and hard drive enclosure markets. Their cases are branded as A+ Case while their hard drive enclosures use the Icy Box brand name.
The newest Icy Box to hit the streets is the IB-390StUS-B. This external hard drive enclosure includes a feature we have come to expect in all external drive cases that enter our lab, eSATA. What else does it bring to the table in order to stand out from the crowd? Let's find out as HardwareLogic reveals if the Icy Box really is a cool product.
Specifications
| Model Number |
IB-390STUS-B |
| Case Type |
3.5" SATA HDD |
| Weight |
1.8 lbs |
| Dimensions |
1.2" x 4.8" x 7.6" (H x W x L) |
| Materials |
Aluminum alloy |
| HDD Compatibility |
SATA I, SATA II |
| Transfer Rate |
3Gb/s max |
| Power Source |
AC adapter, 100-240V at 47-63Hz, 1.2A |
| Power Certifications |
UL, CE |
| Features |
- Simple, elegant looks
- Low noise, fanless design
- Vertical or horizontal placement
- USB and eSATA connectors
- Windows and Mac compatible
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A quick look at the included accessories reveals everything you need to get going. A power adapter, USB cable, eSATA cable, a key to open the enclosure, screws and plastic clips to secure the hard drive to the removeable tray. The user manual walks you through every step of the installation and includes lots pictures for those who can't read (nice touch!).
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