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| Lexar PD-128-231 128 MB JumpDrive Portable USB Flash Drive | 
 enlarge | Brand: Lexar
Category: CE
List Price: $49.99
Buy New: $19.99
You Save: $30.00 (60%)
Avg. Customer Rating:  146 reviews
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 1.3 x 6.2 x 5.2
Warranty: 1 year warranty
MPN: PD128-231
Model: PD128-231
UPC: 650590104154
EAN: 0650590104154
ASIN: B00006I5FQ
Availability: Usually ships in 2-3 business days
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| Customer Reviews:
 Great option... but there are better choices now November 3, 2004
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
This is a great USB card. I've been using it for six months now -really hard use- and have had no problem so far. Every computer I've plugged it into -running 2000 or XP- has worked perfectly and had no compatibility problems.
The only thing is right now you can get much better options for about the same price. USB 2.0 is much faster, and 256MB can be bought for a couple more dollars.
Bottom line: very nice product. Great quality, compatibility and durability. But, now there are better choices out there.
Small, Cheap, Cross-compatible Drive October 16, 2004
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
What else is there to say, really? It has worked with over 12 different computers that I've plugged it into, and is automatically recognized by Windows XP, 2000, and a recent version of Mac OS (not sure which exactly). One thing to be aware of, if you find someone using ME or 98SE, then you'll need to download drivers, since the native 98 era drivers don't fully recognize the device. I've never had a problem with this drive, and I've been carrying/using it for over a year. Some have commented negatively on its durability, but they seem to have forgotten that this is a plastic coated circuit board; it will get beaten up just like anything non-metal if it lives in your pocket, right next to your quarters and keys. It does have a lock switch on the side to protect your data, but I've never had to use it, and the "drag and drop" interface is literally just like using a floppy disk. A 128MB floppy disk.
Stores as Much as 90 Floppy Disks! October 4, 2004
10 out of 10 found this review helpful
The Lexar JumpDrive USB Flash Drive is a very small storage device that plugs into your computer's USB port and stores 128 MG (megabytes) of data! (Most computers have a USB port, it looks like a very small slot with neither the small protruding pins nor the little holes as in other "ports" on your computer. A port is a place to which you connect "peripherals" such as a a printer, for example)
You can download directly to the USB port (on my office computer, this is found in the "My Computer" icon under "F Drive"), transfer from the USB port to your hard drive, or carry it from home computer to office computer. This last function is what I've found most useful. If I write something at work, or download pictures, etc., I can transfer the information to the Lexar, take it home, and transfer to my home computer (of course, it works from home tranferred to office computer as well). It works with either a PC or a MAC, and can also transfer between these two.
The jumpdrive is a stand-alone product, you don't need to install cables or download drivers to get it working, which is a real benefit when you're not even sure what a driver is!
The transfers are very fast, and a light blinks to let you know when it is finished. I've never lost any data using this product. There is also a write protect switch which will prevent accidental erasure of data, but I haven't been able to locate this. The 128MB (megabyte) JumpDrive can hold as much data as about 90 floppy disks (great for backup when you don't have a zip drive, and much more portable than a zip drive). The 128MB stores twice as much information, and the 32MB one half as much. Current Amazon.com prices (subject to change of course) for the Lexar are as follows:
32MB listed as "not stocked or discontinued"
64MB $28.99
128MB $26.74
With this sale, you get twice the storage for the same money. The 128MB is excellent for all kinds of media storage(digital photographers should appreciate this).
Lexar claims you can attach this with your keys, but some users report that they are uneasy with the prospect of damaging or losing the Jumpflash. There's also a top with a ballpoint-pen like clip--if you've ever lost a pen, you may also lose the Lexar Jumpdrive as well. The clip does not dit that snugly anyway. I suggest transporting it in a briefcase, a purse, a wallet, or whatever you feel safest with.
Some technical information:
1-year Limited Warranty
System Requirements: Windows 98SE/(for Windows 98 users: an Internet connection),Me/2000/XP
Mac OS X, Mac OS 8.6 or higher
One available USB port
Like it September 28, 2004
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
I bought this to take files back and forth from work to my home. I am very satisfied with the product. 128 megs of storage is perfect for my needs. I don't want to worry about lugging a zip disk around with me that could easily be forgotton. Since this clips onto a keychain easily, it makes it portable yet easy to keep track of, which was very important to me.
I also like the tab that can prevent files from being overwritten.
I've used this product for about 3 months and I have no complaints. I am very happy with my purchase, and that I didn't spend more on an expensive flash drive.
Great for Transferring Data Between Linux and Windows September 21, 2004
At work and at home I use a mix of Windows and Linux systems, and this has worked flawlessly on all of them. Win 2k and XP (both home and professional) recognize it and mount it automatically. Red Hat Enterprise 3 requires mounting (like a floppy or CD), but basically acts as if it's a removable media hard drive. Transfers aren't instantaneous, but it's much more convenient than burning a CD, firewalls never get in the way, and it's a lot quicker than an Internet transfer.
Some people have faulted the unit for durability. I carry it in my briefcase in a plastic cassette tape box with a bit of paper added for padding, so I don't expect any difficulties.
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