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WD Launches The My DVR Expander USB Edition External Hard Drives

Category: Hardware
Published: 05/15/2008, 19:34
Editor: Badragan Ciprian

    Just in time to make a perfect Father's Day gift, WD introduced its new My DVR Expander USB Edition external hard drives that are verified compatible with DISH Network Corporation's ViP Series HD DVRs (digital video recorders). The new 500 GB external drive increases the recording capacity of the DISH HD DVRs by storing up to 300 hours of digital standard-definition or up to 60 hours of high-definition television programming. Users can instantly increase their recording storage capacity by simply attaching the My DVR Expander USB Edition drive to their DISH Network ViP Series HD DVRs.

    "WD's My DVR Expander provides an ideal complement to the innovative archiving feature of DISH Network's award-winning line of ViP HD DVRs.
Combined with the already industry-leading storage capacity of our DVRs, DISH Network customers can create and control their own on-demand programming - reinforcing DISH Network's leadership in digital entertainment," stated Jessica Insalaco, senior vice president and chief marketing officer for DISH Network.

    The new drives include a unique no-fan passive cooling system and an eco-friendly WD AV-GP hard drive with GreenPower technology,
making it quiet and ideal for use in living rooms or bedrooms, while consuming up to one-third less power than standard external hard drives. The My DVR Expander USB Edition external hard drive has been successfully tested for compatibility with DISH Network ViP Series HD DVRs. Further compatibility of the My DVR Expander drive is planned as other cable and satellite DVR manufacturers enable the USB ports on their currently-deployed DVRs.

    "With the continued expansion of available HD programming, there is a growing consumer demand for additional storage.
The My DVR Expander USB Edition allows DISH customers to record more HD programs without worrying about having to delete their favorite shows," said Jim Welsh, vice president and general manager of WD's branded products and consumer electronics businesses.

    WD's My DVR Expander USB Edition external hard drive is available now in the United States by ordering online
from WD at http://www.shopwd.com. MSRP for the My DVR Expander USB Edition drive with 500 GB is $149.99 USD.

Key Features:

    - Easy to set up, easy to use - Just plug it in to the external SATA (eSATA) port on your DVR and start recording even more TV shows, sporting events and movies. eSATA port must be active.
    - Compatible - My DVR Expander has been tested for compatibility with Scientific Atlanta 8300 Series, and has been TiVo verified™ compatible with TiVo® Series3™ and TiVo® HD DVRs. Check with your cable service provider to confirm compatibility with their system.
    - Quiet and Cool - A unique no-fan passive cooling system and special hard drive design makes it quiet for the living room or bedroom.
    - Low-intensity LED - Designed with a soft amber LED indicator, ideal for the living room or bedrooms.




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