(Dead) Maxtor 120GB (100+20GB) hard drive (2MB or 8MB ) & 50 CDRs for "$72.92" at staples

[killabeas]

well, i would like to say that i lucked out and got a 8MB cache 120GB....but i didn't

hell, i didn't even get a 120GB drive. staples sent me a 60GB

i'm pissed

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[IronOxide]

Originally posted by: SOSTrooper
When they say 100GB + 20GB, its basically one 120GB drive right? I hate tricky advertisements...

Yes! Can some one please explain what 100 + 20 gb means! I'm totally confused. Thanks!!!

 

[Fiveohhh]

Originally posted by: IronOxide

Originally posted by: SOSTrooper
When they say 100GB + 20GB, its basically one 120GB drive right? I hate tricky advertisements...

Yes! Can some one please explain what 100 + 20 gb means! I'm totally confused. Thanks!!!

yup its just marketing

 

[killabeas]

well....just called and setup a return

i told the lady that i got a HD and it was the wrong one, and she says "was it a 60GB instead of a 120GB"...apparently most of the orders from one warehouse from an entire day were screwed up from what she said....hope you guys don't get the sh1t end of the deal like I

if you do.... 1-800-3STAPLE

 

[beaver]

Originally posted by: Fiveohhh

Originally posted by: IronOxide

Originally posted by: SOSTrooper
When they say 100GB + 20GB, its basically one 120GB drive right? I hate tricky advertisements...

Yes! Can some one please explain what 100 + 20 gb means! I'm totally confused. Thanks!!!

yup its just marketing

The "OFFICIAL" version of MAXTOR 120GB +8mb cache priced @ 199.99 anywhere. This one is targeted at 100GB, but eventually turns out as 100GB +20GB (bonus). My only concern is its warranty/quality. The "official" one has 3-yr warranty. But this one, some with 1-yr warranty.
Right now, Maxtor 8mb version, either 80GB or 120GB in market more expensive than this "100gb+20gb". It hints something.
I ordered one from Staples.com. Hope to go through four issues: rebate (B&M invalid unless next week); 8mb or 2mb; 3-yr or 1-yr warranty; and last, PM to either Fry's or BB. If lucky, all four issues could be settled in one order.

 

[tnt2]

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orangel:
if it's going to be $10 cheaper this weekend, i'll just wait for it instead of going through the pain of going to the store again.
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According to BestBuy coupon link, the $20 mir ends 3-15, but the $40 mir end 3-22. I just ordered 1. I guess I better call by Saturday to PM the $20. Any chance I can get PM for both?

 

[webley]

Staples price match policy (on their web site) says:

"Available coupons and rebates will be deducted from the Staples price to come up with a net Staples price when calculating the price match. For example, if you buy an item from us for $100, and we offer a $20 rebate, the net price is $80. If the item is available from another company for $80 or more, there will be no price match. "

It didn't say if this applies to PMing to Staples own prices. Because the coupons used now take the price below the Sunday price after $10 instant rebate, the buy now PM the extra $10 on Sunday may not work. Does anyone know if this is true or if it might work anyway?

 

[tydas]

For all the people quoting Staples PM policy listen up...Do you think the pimply nosed clerks take the time to read the dozens of corporate memos that go out regarding the proper way to PM?!? I don't think so. My experience (and backed up by many others) is that TODAY most staples will PM and apply coupon. Now PM to a rebate price is possible but not as easy. Granted, i have a staples near me with some "career" staples employees who won't PM shite. I just go to another staples since i have over a dozen within a 1/2 hours drive. So please let YMMV be YMMV and stop acting like you know it all...

 

[kwo]

 

[kwo]

<whoops, sorry for previous blank post>

anyway, i was wondering how to use the $30 off $150 in a store.... I know you can do it online, but....

Do you just give them the coupon code at checkout? The only one i could find was: <oops edited out didn't know I shouldn't post>...


ran

 

[N8]

Got mine in...8MB indeed. Hell of a deal...thx again

 

[tnt2]

I just talked to a very nice CSR, she got $20 + 10% + tax taken off my order ($23.82). Also also ordered 1 last week, & the other CSR forgot to deduct the 10%, she got that taken care of also ($5.40).

 

[sygyzy]

Got this drive, can anyone tell me if their drive is SUPER loud?

I have a 80GB and 120GB WD 7200 in the same system and I can hardly hear them. When I access this 120GB Maxtor, it's really loud. What gives?

 

[Crucial]

Originally posted by: killabeas
well....just called and setup a return

i told the lady that i got a HD and it was the wrong one, and she says "was it a 60GB instead of a 120GB"...apparently most of the orders from one warehouse from an entire day were screwed up from what she said....hope you guys don't get the sh1t end of the deal like I

if you do.... 1-800-3STAPLE

Yeah I just got mine and I got the sh1t end of the deal too. a 60gb instead of a 100+20gb. At least they are sending ups to pick it up and are cross shipping the new one. Expected shipped date NEXT MONDAY. :disgust::|

 

[tydas]

Originally posted by: sygyzy
Got this drive, can anyone tell me if their drive is SUPER loud?

I have a 80GB and 120GB WD 7200 in the same system and I can hardly hear them. When I access this 120GB Maxtor, it's really loud. What gives?

My 200gb 8m ultra was very loud when seeking. Have you tried using maxtor acoustic managment utility? Also, these drives use some kind of diagnostic utility that makes them slow until you power them on and off 10 times. Supposed to make sure the drive doesn't get screwed up in shipping...

 

[Noirish]

i'm wondering for people who received the 8mb version, does it still have the correct product number or upc code for rebate?
the rebate form specifically ask for L01J100.

 

[tnt2]

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orangel:
i'm wondering for people who received the 8mb version, does it still have the correct product number or upc code for rebate?
the rebate form specifically ask for L01J100.
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Same.

 

[PeterPan2002]

Yes, I got the 8Mb version (P6Y3)
And the model no. is the same as the 2mb : L01J100

 

[TheToddler]

Originally posted by: PeterPan2002

My local CompUSA has a ton of these 120GB "100+20GB" Maxtor drives on display and most of them have the vertical "P" code on the label (the 8MB version). So I went ahead and bought one there for $150 knowing I will return it next week, but that way I am covered 100%. If the Staples drive arrives and it is the 8MB version, I'll just return the CompUSA drive. If the Staples drive is the 2MB version, then I'll swap drives and return the 2MB drive to CompUSA. It's the same part number, so no problem & no questions.

Yes let you guys know that my CrapUSA put the serial number on the receip. So I don't think you can return a different drive.

Your CompUSA must suck, mine no questions asked. Sweet 8MB goodness!!!

 

[sambao21]

So has anyone besides csaddict not get an 8mb cache drive? Also, if i didn't get lucky and got a 2mb cache drive, is there a way I can return it to the store and get my money back? Also, I went to the store today and they won't let me look at the boxes, they're behind the counter and I can't go in there. I just looked at 2 boxes and both were 2mb versions. I was thinking of going and looking at all the boxes and if there was an 8mb get that as insuarance, and then order online and if i get 8mb then i'll just return what i bought at the store, otherwise if i got a 2mb then i'll just return the 2mb to the store. Almost seem like to much hassle and a little risky.

 

[TheToddler]

Originally posted by: sygyzyGot this drive, can anyone tell me if their drive is SUPER loud?

I have a 80GB and 120GB WD 7200 in the same system and I can hardly hear them. When I access this 120GB Maxtor, it's really loud. What gives?

Mine is super silent. Noise is much more important to me than performance, since this is going into a system for live audio recording. I turned off the PS and CPU fans for a minute and I could barely hear it, even with the case open. Many sites have tested it and rated it as one of the quietest drives available. Apparently the new fluid-bearing drive motors really help keep the noise down. I understand the new IBM drives are about as quiet as this Maxtor and the WD Caviar drives are much louder than this drive.

 

[sygyzy]

Put a whole bunch of files. Say mp3s on there. Then somehow do something to seek. In my case, 21 GB of mp3's on the drive, open up Winamp and add the folder (with subfolders too). Result: nice and loud.

 

[TheToddler]

Originally posted by: sambao21So has anyone besides csaddict not get an 8mb cache drive? Also, if i didn't get lucky and got a 2mb cache drive, is there a way I can return it to the store and get my money back? Also, I went to the store today and they won't let me look at the boxes, they're behind the counter and I can't go in there. I just looked at 2 boxes and both were 2mb versions. I was thinking of going and looking at all the boxes and if there was an 8mb get that as insuarance, and then order online and if i get 8mb then i'll just return what i bought at the store, otherwise if i got a 2mb then i'll just return the 2mb to the store. Almost seem like to much hassle and a little risky.

That's exactly what I did...see my posts for details.

 

[cmf21]

Just got myself a 8mb Cache one at the second store I visited. The first store had about 12 2mb ones and the other had the golden 8mb one. Nice!

 

[TheToddler]

Originally posted by: sygyzyPut a whole bunch of files. Say mp3s on there. Then somehow do something to seek. In my case, 21 GB of mp3's on the drive, open up Winamp and add the folder (with subfolders too). Result: nice and loud.

The drives ship with "write verify" enabled to guard against any damage in shipping. After the drive's power has been cycled ten times, it's supposed to disable itself. Go to the Maxtor web site and download the drive utilities if you want to force disable the "write verify" feature. That's what I did because I wanted to do some I/O testing with the drive right after I installed it. Sounds like maybe that is your issue.

You can also play with Maxtor's Acoustic Management utility, which is available here.