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CMS V2ABS 500GB

PCWorld Rating

3.0
3.0 / 5 - PCWorld, Dec 19, 2009

Pros

  • Drive-mirroring software
  • Sturdy case

Cons

  • USB only

Bottom Line

The V2ABS 500GB includes CMS's BounceBack Professional software, which uniquely lets you boot from the drive if your main drive fails.

PCWorld's CMS V2ABS 500GB Coverage

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