DataBook Adds Gigabytes of Storage Instantly to Apple's iMac and PowerBook; Safe, Simple, Reliable Backup & Storage Devices to Debut At Macworld.SAN FRANCICSO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 5, 1999--DataZONE Corporation Inc., (San Jose San Jose, city, United States San Jose (sănəzā`, săn hōzā`), city (1990 pop. 782,248), seat of Santa Clara co., W central Calif.; founded 1777, inc. 1850. , Calif.), today announced that DataZONE's newly debuted DataBook(TM) transportable storage A storage medium that is easily moved from one location to another. CDs, DVDs, floppy disks, Zip and REV cartridges, USB drives (flash drives) and compact external hard drives are examples of transportable storage. See removable disk and external drive. devices support both the new iMac(TM) computers and G3 PowerBook(TM) computer models from Apple Computer. DataBook drives connect to a PowerBook via PC card, and to an iMac computer via Universal Serial Bus See USB. (hardware, standard) Universal Serial Bus - (USB) An external peripheral interface standard for communication between a computer and external peripherals over an inexpensive cable using biserial transmission. (USB USB in full Universal Serial Bus Type of serial bus that allows peripheral devices (disks, modems, printers, digitizers, data gloves, etc.) to be easily connected to a computer. ) connector. DataBook units are available in capacities from 4GB - 14GB, with prices starting at $399, including backup software. DataBook: Tough Enough for All Your Stuff DataBook drives are about the size of a videocassette A removable magnetic tape module for storing video data. The cassette contains supply and takeup reel (hubs) in the same housing. See VCR. , and weigh only 7oz. Unlike other drives, DataBook can survive falls from 3O inches, the height of a typical desk. Try doing that with your Zip(R)/Jaz(R) drive. DataBook is shock-rated at 10,000G's, enabling it to withstand a fall from a desktop or airport security counter. Most internal hard drives are shock-rated at 400 - 600G's, and will not withstand even a one-inch drop. See DataBook at Macworld DataBook drives will be on display in the Apple booth at Macworld in San Francisco, Jan. 4-8, 1999. DataBook Stores Everything DataBook is an easy way to add more storage to an iMac or PowerBook. Just plug it in. You can instantly back up your entire system, or make a duplicate copy of critical data. Store digital photos, CAD drawings, multimedia presentations, videos and animation sequences. It's so light and compact, you can take it on the plane instead of your computer: just plug it in at your destination. Because Your Data Is Your Business DataBook provides the most secure, easy to use form of long-term backup or archival ever. Backup software from Dantz is included, so your data is secure. If you like, you can password-protect your DataBook so only you can access it. And, unlike Zip or Jaz drives, DataBook is rugged and sealed, so data can't be contaminated contaminated, v 1. made radioactive by the addition of small quantities of radioactive material. 2. made contaminated by adding infective or radiographic materials. 3. an infective surface or object. . Plus, there are no cartridges to worry about. Stop Rummaging Through Cartridges While portable, DataBook doesn't use removable media. All your files go in one, safe place. Instead of sorting through multiple Zip or Jaz cartridges to find the file you want, you can easily find anything you've put on your DataBook. "DataBook is . "Support for an important standard like USB enables us to reach a rapidly growing number of iMac users, andse of our unprecedented performance, more peopleack up options have become more important to ouh the PC Card slot." Drive Capacities and Prices DataBook transportable drives come in capacities of 4GB - 14GB and connect instantly to iMac and PowerBook computers. The drives operate under MAC OS 8.1 and above. Retail pricing for 4GB DataBook units starts at $399. DataBook drives are available for purchase on the Internet at www.datazonecorp.com. 10GB and 14GB models will be available at the end of Jan., 1999. About DataZONE Corporation DataZONE Corporation is a privately-held company established in 1998 to develop the next generation of transportable storage solutions. Its initial product, DataBook, is the first transportable, reliable and cartridge-free storage alternative for today's on-the-go lifestyle, The company was founded by one of the pioneers of the Magnetic Storage industry, Steven L. Kaczeus, who serves as President and CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. . DataZONE is located at 23-D Great Oaks Blvd. San Jose, CA 95119 USA. Telephone: 408/360-8688. Fax: 408/360-8088. ll other trademarks are properties of their respective holders. Keywords: Apple, CD-R (CD-Recordable) A writable CD technology using a type of compact disc that can be recorded, but not erased (CD-Rs are "write once" discs). CD-R discs are used to master CD-ROMs, to back up data and to make copies of data for distribution. , CD-ROM CD-ROM: see compact disc. CD-ROM in full compact disc read-only memory Type of computer storage medium that is read optically (e.g., by a laser). , CD-RW (CD-ReWritable) The only rewritable CD technology. CD-RW disks look like other CD media, but with close inspection, they have a more polished surface with a very dark blue-gray cast. , hard disk, iMac, Iomega, Jaz, SparQ, PowerBook, removable storbtain a DataBook evaluation unit, please send email to Laura Ness at: highperf@got.net |
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