PCMag.com Storage Devices Product Guide

Dell Studio XPS 8000 (SX8000-1479UWH)

The Dell XPS 8000 (SX8000-1479UWH) is a good quad-core performer, though it's a little light in 3D performance. It's nice, but do competitors priced above and below outshine it?

Gateway Launches Sleek New Desktop PCs

Gateway announced updates to its mainstream and gaming performance desktops PCs, including upgrades to Intel's Core i3 and i5 processors, Blu-ray drives, and 1-terabyte hard drives. The new models include a pair of new FX-class gaming machines, an SX-class small-form-factor (SFF) PC, and a DX-class mainstream multimedia system.

Sony Optiarc Slim DVD drive

Preview of the Sony Optiarc Slim DVD drive.

Cirago NUS1000 Network USB Storage Link

Cirago's Network USB Storage link may be the tiniest NAS for your USB-based storage yet and the price is great, but it's not on par with the pricier competition.

WD VelociRaptor (300 GB)

Preview of the WD VelociRaptor (300 GB).

QNAP TS-259 Pro-2 Drive Turbo NAS Server

Think of it as performance-enhanced network storage: The TS-259 Pro-2 Drive Turbo NAS Server is a winner, delivering speed and a rich array of features.

How to Buy an External Hard Drive

With the amount of data users need (or want) to cart around with them these days, it pays to invest in an external hard drive. We tell you what factors to consider when choosing the right one for you.

Seagate FreeAgent DockStar Network Adapter

Seagate's DockStar is a nice accessory for its impressive line of FreeAgent Go Portable Drives.

HP Pavilion p6347c-b

The HP Pavilion p6347c-b is a good power user system for bargain hunters.

How 3D Video Will Impact Storage

At the Storage Visions conference, we heard a number of interesting presentations on the future of storage, ranging from the storage and bandwidth requirements of 3D to issues in content distribution.