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SanDisk Cruzer Mini 128 MB USB 2.0 Flash Memory Drive

SanDisk Cruzer Mini 128 MB USB 2.0 Flash Memory Drive

List Price: $69.99
Your Price: $23.99
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Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Not slow at all...
Review: 12.8MB file took 20 seconds to transfer.

33MB Directory with 88 files took 1 minute 55 seconds.

Rating: 1 stars
Summary: Good Ratings Suprise Me...3 Uses Then Failure
Review: After buying the 128MB Cruzer Mini for use with a new PC that has USB2 ports, I used the Cruzer perhaps 3-4 times for moving files to and from my computer at work. Recently, I plugged it into my new PC and found it was reported as unreadable. Moving to two other Windows XP PCs, the same was true. This was enough to convince me the Cruzer was bad, so I exchanged it for another where I bought it at Best Buy. The new unit immediately was reported as unreadable. Given the good reviews here, I can only believe there must be some peculiar Windows XP problem with this particular USB key, or perhaps a combination of factors...USB 2.0, WinXP with SP1 installed, etc. Efforts to get the Cruzer to work have failed but have identified what seem permanent enumeration entries in the Windows registry. I've removed all USB devices including all host controllers, etc. in Device Manager, rebooted to safe mode, and tried again to delete the Sandisk registry entries with still no success. There are no hidden devices I've overlooked...it just simply appears that use of the Cruzer has created these fixed registry entries; I'm inclined to think they may be the source of the problem, but why does the Cruzer fail on 3 totally unique PCs, albeit all with WinXP/SP1? I've seen similar comments regarding Lexar USB keys; maybe they share a common memory or harware design with the Sandisk? All I can say is stay away from them if you don't want to be left with useless junk after a short time. While I recommend Amazon for their great prices and service, if you should buy the Cruzer Mini, I suggest doing so where you can conveniently and quickly exchange it, should yours also fail.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: What a great little drive...
Review: After using other companies flash memory drives, I realized most had a design flaw: you couldnt insert it into a USB port b/c it was to big or wide. The SanDisk flash drive, however it very small and will fit in to any USB port, even if neighboring USB ports are occupied. I have used it in a number of computers and once you plug it in, Windows recognizes it in a matter of seconds. I would highly recommend this product.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: awesome portability
Review: As others have stated, this little drive is really great. It's fast and convenient. I have one thing to reiterate, one to clarify, and one to suggest.

Reiterate: This thing is plug-and-play on various platforms. I have plugged it in to a bunch of machines. Desktops, laptops, Windows 2000, XP, and even Mac. Every time it has installed itself and been another hard drive within about 30 seconds at worst. USB 2.0 is definitely faster, but it's fine with 1.1.

Clarify: I have plugged this into the backs of machines with pretty tight, recessed USB ports with no problem. Of course having a hub or port on the front of the machine is better, but it's not absolutely necessary.

Suggest: If you want to synchronize your flash drive with a directory on your hard drive, go to Tucows and get an application like SyncBack. I setup a cruzermini folder on my hard drives at home and work and now I synchronize them to my cruzer mini drive. It's really handy. Keeps everything up-to-date.

Rating: 4 stars
Summary: Fine product - minor quibbles
Review: As stated in other reviews - this product works as advertised. I use it to transfer files between a PC and Mac at home, and transfer documents between home and work. It works great, and seems to transfer considerably faster when connected to my USB 2.0 card.

Minor quibbles are that the hard plastic cap has cracked in several places. They do supply three caps in clear, smoke, and day-glo yellow. A polypropylene cap would have been more durable.

The USB connector for the 128 MB version is closer to the side with the "Cruzer" label. It might not fit into some recessed USB ports like you'll find on many PC's. I've purchased the 256 MB version as a gift, and it's half the thickness, and is barely thicker than the width of the connector; the 128 MB version is twice as thick (and a little bit shorter). (As an aside, one USB flash drive that fits well in recessed ports is DiskOnKey - sold under their own brand name as well as Targus GoAnywhere, and FujiFilm.) Amazon was directly selling the 256 MB version of the Cruzer Mini a week before this review at a great price, but it's no longer listed (only third party sellers like Circuit City).

The only problem I had was when about 70 MB of capacity suddenly disappeared, and I had to reformat the drive to restore full capacity. I understand this isn't that unusual with flash devices - especially if they've been disconnected while writing. It didn't lose any information that was already on the drive though.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: San Disk 128...Never Leave Home With Out It!
Review: Do I use it everyday...no...but to know I have my most useful files and documents on my keychain is such a comfort and security. I also have those fun pictures to show off when sharing documents on another's desktop.

A dream for transfering too...for my laptop has no burner. Until wireless becomes as common as running water...this little gem will be a daily part of my life.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Great transaction And Fast
Review: Great transactions and Fast

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: No problems. Very Satisfied.
Review: I have had no problems with my Mini Cruzer USB flash drive. It has been recognized without exception by multiple computers and has performed flawlessly.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: SanDisk 128 MB USB 2.0 Flash Memory Drive--Tops!!
Review: I have seen many of these plug and use type sticks....I work for the USA and Government...many collegues have many of these "sticks." Sandisk works very simply and as advertised...plug, computer recognizes the stick as a drive...you simply add documents as needed...it's small, easy to transport and works every time...I've used the stick on three different machines and it accesses via USB port every time. Microsoft XP and 2000 works fine. This is great, easy to use and no major hurdles to get this working!! Best of all it's the best price via Amazon...half the cost of PX or commercial products on the market...plus free Super Saver Shipping and no Tax. I am extremely happy with this and will recommend my staff get their own SanDisk sticks!! Thanks Amazon...that's why I check you first...every time....Q

Rating: 4 stars
Summary: An unportable portable?
Review: I have the 256MB version and it's great. I just have a minor issue with portability. It's small size means you can fit it anywhere, true, but forget about a wristband, keychain, or shirt pocket. For one, the wristband that it comes with is useless unless you love knots. It is merely a piece of string that you have to tie into a knot yourself. There is no keyring and nowhere to clip one onto it. It also doesn't have a clip for, say, a shirt pocket. The cap tends to come off more easily than other products, too.

It's fast, small, durable, and looks good, but if you plan on easily carrying it in your shirt pocket or with your keys, don't get this one.


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