2GB in my pocket (Kingston DataTraveler 2 GB)

Member Name: sit2020

Product:	Kingston DataTraveler 2 GB
Date:	05/09/07 (193 review reads)
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Advantages: easy to use and small

Disadvantages: none

For work we all got 512MB pen drives, however part of my work can be quite memory intensive therefore I was supplied with a 2GB pen drive. This particular one is made by Kingston and is called Data Traveler. So far 2GB has proved more than ample in terms of its capacity, however I am sure it will only be a matter of time before the applications become more memory intensive and making it necessary for a larger capacity.

What does it look like?

It is predominantly white with lime green highlights, when it is in use a greenish LED on the Data Traveler pulses. It is made of hard plastic apart from the metal USB connection.
It has a cover that protects the USB connection, this clicks on nice and securely, to pull it off the sides of the main body are ribbed to make it easier to grip so removing the cap is not a problem. When the Data Traveler is in use the cap fits snugly on the other end so it is not lost.
Also you get a small black string with attached metal loop that you can fit to the drive. Then you can if you wish attach it your keys or onto a chain around your neck.

How easy is it to use?

It is very easy, just plug the Data Traveler into a spare USB socket on your computer, allow the computer a couple of minutes to recognise it. Then it will be assigned a drive (usually E or F). Then you treat it as an extension of your computer, you can copy and paste to and from it. Send to and from or drag and drop either way. The only limit on what files or folders you can put in it are governed by the size of the file being smaller than the remaining capacity on the drive. It does not matter what types of files are put on it, basically if it is on your computer and you can move it then provided it is small enough to fit then you can put it on the drive.

Why would I want to use one?

Well it is easier to move files from one computer to another by using a drive. You negate the need for an internet connection. For instance so you could have a stand alone computer in a teenager’s bedroom, they could do their homework on the computer and save it to the drive. Then they could either take the completed work to school or use the main home computer and print the work or email it as necessary.

How much can it store?

Although this is sold as a 2GB flash drive, the actual storage capacity is 1.91GB, I can only assume that the difference is because some memory is required by the driver in order for it to work.

Specs and other details (also known as the boring bit)

Dimensions - 66.9 mm x 20.4 mm x 9.0 mm (2.64" x 0.80" x 0.35")
Weight - 11.3 gm (0.4 oz).
Write Speed - 20x (3MB per Sec)
Read Speed - 40x (6MB per Sec)
Warranty 5 Years
Operating Temperature - 0o to 60o C / 32o to 140o F.
Storage Temperature - -20o - 85o C / -4o to 185o F.
Compliant - Designed to Hi-Speed USB 2.0 specifications
Free Tech Support
Website www.kingston.com
It is compatible with , Win XP (SP1 and above) Mac OS10.x and above.
It is NOT compatible with Win 95, Win 98, Win 98SE, Win NT and Win ME.

Cost?

Expect to pay between £10 and £20, I was lucky as mine cost me nothing, but it is widely available from a whole host of websites.

Overall

I have found this to be a great pen drive, it is sturdy and feels well made, I have had no problems transferring files to and from this drive. For the price this is a bargain and one I have no hesitation in getting for the children.

Summary: 2GB drive that is well made