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While I have just started working with VIZO, I have quickly discovered that
not only are their products unique, but they manage to put a great deal of
thought into each, providing a higher level of functionality when compared
to other products in its class. The Master Panel I recently reviewed
was a perfect example. Today though, I'm looking at their latest hard
drive enclosure that is truly unlike a majority on the market. The Luxon is a 3.5" enclosure not only supports two interfaces, but allows
you to connect your drive using any of four available methods. Sounds
intriguing? Read on...
Packaging & Contents
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Now, VIZO certainly does not skimp on bundled
accessories and provides more out of the box than any enclosure I've taken a look at.
Included with it is a power adapter, power cable, IDE power cable, SATA
extension bracket, external SATA cable, internal SATA cable, internal IDE
cable, screws, stand, driver CD and user manual. There is even a
quality leather-like cleaning cloth provided.
Design - A quick glance
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The Luxon is certainly not the smallest
enclosure on the market, but it is appealing nonetheless. It is
available in three colors but the one reviewed here is their two-tone
silver/black model. It does sport a quality glossy mirror finish
with the product name and logo on one side along with labeled jacks, both in
an attractive aluminum style finish. Despite its size, it is an
overall attractive product that will certainly blend in well with today's
modern computer or home entertainment setups.
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The top front does feature a lighted strip that
serves as an activity/status LED. To blend in well with modern setups,
the LED is blue. The rear of the unit features your DC power jack,
power toggle switch, USB jack and an SATA jack. Yes, an SATA jack that
I will cover in detail on the install portion of this review.
Specifications
Model: LUX-350SA-BK, LUX-350SA-BL, LUX-350SA-GY
Interface: USB 2.0 & SATA
Dimension: 210(L) x 125 (W) x 34 (H) mm
Supports:
USB: Window 98SE/ME/2000/XP/Mac OS 8.6 & Above
Serial ATA: Windows 2000/XP/Mac OS 8.6 & Above
Package Includes:
Enclosure, Power Adaptor, Power Cable, USB Cable, IDE Power cable,
Sata Bracket, External SATA Cable, Internal Sata
Cable, Internal IDE
cable, User Manual, Screws package, Stand,
Driver CD, Cleaning wiper
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