Silicon Power shows off rugged Armor A15 portable HDD

Posted on Tuesday, November 27 2012 @ 15:34 CET by Thomas De Maesschalck
Silicon Power introduces the Armor A15, a portable USB 3.0 HDD with a rugged enclosure rated to withstand falls onto a concrete surface from a height of up to 122cm. The product is available in 500GB, 750GB and 1TB capacities.
Have you ever thought of yourself as an IT warrior experiencing all sorts of extremes and obstacles in this technology jungle? If so, an ultimate anti-shock portable hard drive is your must-have tech. gadget. SP/Silicon Power, the world’s leading provider of memory storage solutions today presents an ultimate rugged USB 3.0 portable hard drive – Armor A15. Protected by a shock absorbent silica gel cover, A15 is built to withstand shock and vibration, avoiding data lost in high impact movements. Featuring one-touch backup function and specialized software, this ultra rugged portable hard drive takes your data storage experience to the next level for enhanced security and convenience.

Inherited shockproof protection from the Armor series, SP Armor A15 is built in a shock-resistant silica gel case, increasing friction from falling off from slippery surfaces. On top of that, jagged shaped grips on the two sides are exquisitely designed for users to better hold of the drive. The internal suspension system structure makes Armor A15 function properly, without risking a chance of losing data. When it comes to data security, A15 has passed the test in compliance with stringent US military MIL-STD-810F (transit drop test), giving users a full range of protection when you accidently drop it on the ground.

SP A15 is colored in a trendy mixture with black and neon green, making it pop out among all the portable hard drives. In terms of performance, A15 is equipped with the high-speed USB 3.0 connection interface, presenting a powerful performance with maximum protection. Practicality wise, there is a one-touch backup button, LED status light indicating power / transfer statuses, SP Widget free download software, and a 60-day Norton Antivirus trial software. A15 is available in 500GB, 750GB, and 1TB and is backed by a three year warranty.

Features:
  • Received 2012 Taiwan Excellence Award.
  • SuperSpeed USB 3.0 compliant and backwards compatible with USB 2.0
  • High transferring rate up to 5Gb/sec
  • Durable anti-shock rubber outer case
  • Advanced internal hard drive suspension system
  • Meet the U.S. military drop-test standards MIL-STD-810F (transit drop test), including: (1) free fall drop directly onto concrete or hard surfaces; (2) specific height free fall test (122cm); (3) product’s 8 corners, 12 sides and 6 surfaces all must pass free fall tests.
  • Easy Plug in and use - no external adapter required
  • One touch quick backup button
  • LED indicates power on and data transfer activity
  • SP Widget free download software, providing 7 major back-up and security functions

    Specification:
  • Dimensions: 136.0 x82.5 x19.8mm
  • Weight: 200g
  • Standard Compliance?USB 3.0 / 2.0
  • Data Transfer Rates?Max. 5 Gb/s (USB 3.0 Mode) / Max. 480 Mb/s (USB 2.0 Mode)
  • Power Supply?DC 5V (Power supplied through USB)
  • Supported Operating Systems?Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP, Windows 2000, Linux 2.6.31 or later, MacOS 10.5 or later (only USB 2.0 currently supported)
  • Operating Temperature?5?~ 55?
  • Storage Temperature?-40?~ 70?
  • Capacity: 500GB, 750GB, 1TB
  • Color?Black
  • Three-year warranty
  • Silicon Power Armor A15


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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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