How to build an external HDD

Posted on Tuesday, January 08 2008 @ 8:30 CET by Thomas De Maesschalck

ExtremeTech has published a new guide which shows you how to make an external HDD:

It's 2008, a year when even more PCs will be dedicated multimedia machines. Whether its movies, music, or personal photos taking up space, you will inevitably be faced with a decision when that hard drive fills up: Delete your precious multimedia or upgrade your storage options.

One quick and relatively easy way to get more storage is to build an external hard drive. Now is a great time to build one because hard drive space is pretty darn inexpensive. We found a Western Digital 750GB drive for only $249.99 (direct). So, really, the only thing stopping you from this little DIY project is a trip to Fry's.

Check it out over here.

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Thomas De Maesschalck

Thomas has been messing with computer since early childhood and firmly believes the Internet is the best thing since sliced bread. Enjoys playing with new tech, is fascinated by science, and passionate about financial markets. When not behind a computer, he can be found with running shoes on or lifting heavy weights in the weight room.

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