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Originally posted by Brad
they are very nice drives for sure, but they just run too damned hot for my tastes, especially with only a one year warranty...
Although I haven't pricewatch'ed it, this deal probably isn't too good overall, bearing in mind you have to buy a cable, and have 4 years less warranty
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Good point, Brad. The cable is pretty cheap (3-position :controller, drive, terminator, PVC insulated cable is $12), but the terminator is $30. I have this stuff laying around, so I just took it for granted that these things couldn't be too expensive.
I did the legwork for you, and since the deal only applies to five different drives, I'll list them with the lowest PriceWatch price for everybody's convenience, and then I'll shut up. It looks like they're on the low end for price, but not necessarily by a lot.
18.4GB, 68 pin interface 1Y warranty: $129, PW: $126: Axion QuickSell
18.4GB, SCA2 w/68 pin adapter, 5Y warranty: $179, PW:Lowest is HyperMicrosystems by $7
36.7GB, 68 pin interface 1Y warranty: $229, PW:Lowest is HM by $11
36.7GB, SCA2 w/68 pin adapter, 1Y warranty: $199, PW:N/A
36.7GB, SCA2 w/68 pin adapter, 5Y warranty: $329, PW:Lowest is HM by $34
Moderators: please let me know if I'm overstepping any bounds by listing prices (or with this thread in general)