WOODSTOCK, Ill. (October 3, 2005) – Other World Computing (OWC) has updated its Neptune “Value Done Right” FireWire line for the second time in three months, this time adding a 400GB 7200RPM model and lowering prices on other models by as much as eight percent.
The new pricing is:
- 80GB 7200 RPM with 2 Megabytes (MB) data buffer $104.99
- 160GB 7200 RPM with 8MB data buffer $139.99
- 200GB 7200 RPM with 8MB data buffer $164.99
- 250GB 7200 RPM with 8MB data buffer $179.99
- 320GB 7200 RPM with 8MB data buffer $219.99
- 400GB 7200RPM with 8MB data buffer $299.99
The drives ship with all FireWire cables, Intech HD SpeedTools and EMC/Dantz Retrospect Backup, and are supported by a one-year OWC warranty. Each one measures 1.5” X 9” X 5.5” and weighs less than three pounds.
Don’t let the small package fool you. These drives can handle all your audio/video, backup or general storage needs.
“The market has been favorable for us and we went to pass along those savings to our customers,” said Larry O’Connor.
“We also strive to keep up with the needs of our customers which is why we’re always adding more options to this and all our lines of drives.”
OWC’s full line of Neptune drives, as well as Mercury FireWire solutions can be found at
www.macsales.com/firewire.
About Other World Computing
Other World Computing (
www.macsales.com) has been providing quality hardware products and support to the Macintosh universe since 1988. The Illinois-based company operates the popular Macsales.com Web site, which features one of the largest online catalogs of enhancement products; including OWC’s own Mercury acceleration and FireWire product lines. OWC is an Apple Certified Developer and provides extensive technical support for Macintosh users around the world. The company also owns and operates FasterMac.net, a national Internet Service Provider designed specifically for Macintosh users, as well as OWC.Net, an ISP that provides Internet access, design and hosting solutions in the greater Chicago area. Other World Computing ranks as the largest technology services employer in McHenry County according to the
McHenry County Business Journal.
Company Contact:
Bill Herring
512-412-4009
bherring@macsales.com
Agency Contact:
Andy Marken
408-986-0100
andy@markencom.com