<quotes repositioned, footers removed by admin> On May 1, 2006, at 9:12 PM, Simon James wrote: > I've purchased a Macbook Pro and running LAP 7.2 and looking to > purchase an external drive to put all the music stuff on. One thing > is that I am looking at a Rocstor FW / USB powered drive for their > dependability. Are there any other recommendations? > Another thing is that now that there is an option for USB 2.0 as well > as FW, is there any reason that there would be a preference for > either type other than 2.0 (I understand) is a little faster. > > thx in advance, > Simon James > www.vicmassage.com The Lacie d2 250GB Hard drive has served me very well. There's also a 500GB model available and both are listed as "Pro Tools" certified drives. They have a USB2, FW400, and 2 FW800 connections. (and of course a very attractive blue light on the front) Best of all.... NO FAN! Stuart Holmes Holmestudio Music