DataZONE Corporation Introduces DataBook Transportable Storage Devices

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DataZONE Corporation has announced its newly debuted DataBook transportable storage devices, which support both the new iMac computers and G3 PowerBook computer models from Apple Computer. DataBook drives connect to a PowerBook via PC card and to an iMac computer via Universal Serial Bus (USB) connector, offering capacities from 4GB to 14GB. The drives are designed to be rugged and reliable, capable of surviving falls from 30 inches and withstand shock ratings of up to 10,000G's.

Key Takeaways:

  • DataBook transportable storage devices support both iMac and G3 PowerBook computer models from Apple Computer.
  • The drives connect to a PowerBook via PC card and to an iMac computer via USB connector.
  • DataBook drives are available in capacities from 4GB to 14GB, with prices starting at $399, including backup software.
  • DataBook drives are designed to be rugged and reliable, capable of surviving falls from 30 inches and withstand shock ratings of up to 10,000G's.
  • DataBook drives operate under MAC OS 8.1 and above.
  • DataBook transportable drives are available for purchase on the Internet at www.datazonecorp.com.
  • 10GB and 14GB models will be available at the end of January 1999.
  • DataZONE Corporation is a privately-held company established in 1998 to develop next-generation transportable storage solutions.

Statistics:

  • DataBook drives are available in capacities of 4GB to 14GB.
  • Prices for 4GB DataBook units start at $399.
  • DataBook drives are capable of surviving falls from 30 inches.
  • DataBook drives have a shock rating of up to 10,000G's.
  • DataBook transportable drives operate under MAC OS 8.1 and above.
  • 10GB and 14GB models will be available at the end of January 1999.

Sources:

  • Business Wire: "DataZONE Corporation Inc., (San Jose, Calif.)," (January 5, 1999).
  • DataZONE Corporation: "DataBook Transportable Storage Devices."