iOmega Zip Drive 100MB USB Portable External Z100USB V1
Bottom line: The iOmega Zip Drive 100MB USB Portable External Z100USB V1 is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the drives & media category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Manufacturer description
Iomega Z100USB Zip Drive 100MB USB External connection
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored iOmega Zip Drive 100MB USB Portable External Z100USB V1 using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the drives & media category. Iomega's drives & media lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
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Full Specifications
| Brand | Iomega |
|---|---|
| Color | Blue |
| Model Name | Z100USB V1 |
| Form Factor | Portable |
| Connectivity | USB |
| Model Number | Z100USB V1 |
| Built-In Media | Power Adapter |
| Hard-Drive Size | 100 MB |
| Mfr Part Number | 04041100 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Special Feature | Compact, Portable |
| Installation Type | External Hard Drive |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop |
| Enclosure Material | Plastic |
| Additional Features | Compact, Portable |
| Hard Disk Interface | USB 1.1 |
| Hard Disk Description | Zip Drive |
| Hard Disk Form Factor | 2.5 Inches |
| Hardware Connectivity | USB |
| Connectivity Technology | USB |
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