Patriot Gauntlet Node Portable Storage Device

Posted October 3, 2012 by Vinny Petronio in Storage, HDs & SSDs

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Overview

Hardware: Storage, HDs & SSDs

Manufacturer: Patriot Memory

Price at time of Review: Priced On New Egg $99.99

WHAT WE LIKED:

Wireless, Long battery life, Light weight, Small foot print, Security features, Networking, Upgradable, USB 3.0 connectivity, and easy to use software

WHAT WE DISLIKED:

None that I can find

BOTTOM LINE:

To sum things up, The Patriot Gauntlet Node is well-made and performs as advertised. When you think about what it offers the user, which is Wi-Fi, USB 3.0 throughput, along with the ability to upgrade to faster and larger HDD’s and SSD’s, easy to use software, customer support, and Patriots warranty for the price of only $99.99 US on Newegg.com, it makes it really a no brainier.
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Specifications and Package:

Dimensions: 3.39” (D) x 5.47” (W) x .96” (H) 8.62cm (D) x 13.9cm (W) x 2.44cm (H)
Weight: 182.5 grams
Wi-Fi Standards: Wi-Fi 33 802.11 b/g/n
Transfer Rate: Up to 150 Mbps transfer rate
Antenna Type: Embedded PCB antenna
Internal Interface: SATA II (Internal)
Wi-Fi Security: WPA Security
External Ports: 1 x USB 3.0 external data port (USB 2.0 backwards compatible)
Battery Type: Lithium-ion polymer battery up to 5.5 hours continuous streaming
HDD Form Factor: Fits 2.5 inch HDD/SSD
Max HDD Support: Up to 2TB
Max Connections: Up to 8 devices
Warranty: 2 Years (Limited)

Box Contents:
1x Gauntlet Node
1x USB Wall Adapter
1x USB Type “A” to DC Power Cable
1x USB 3.0 Type “A” to Type “micro B” Cable
6x Phillips Screws
4x Hard Drive Screws
4x Adhesive Rubber Feet Stickers
1x Quick Start Guide
1x User Manual

Package:

The Patriot Gauntlet Node Wireless enclosure comes attractively packaged in a blue, green and white theme with easy to read information and specifications on the front and back of the box. This info should help you make an informed decision on whether the Gauntlet Node will meet your needs.

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About the Author

Vinny Petronio

Vinny comes to Pure Overclock with over 10 years’ experience as a reviewer of software and hardware, and primarily started his career reviewing video capture software and DVD drives. Vinny resides in Sunny Orange County in Los Angeles Vinny is a computer enthusiast, and system builder that enjoys building computers, gaming, camping, hunting, and deep sea fishing are just some of his hobbies.