Hard drives

[Michael Zacherl.]

yeah, I read about that but didn't realise how urgent that was!  :-(
Just checked: The price for my currently favourite HDD (Samsung F4, 2TB) has tripled!  Ouch!
I need a Plan B or so, otherwise my VHS-to-digital project will be on hold.  :-(

On 11.11.2011, at 22:00 , The Dong wrote:

> In case anyone hadn't noticed, the flooding in Thailand will upset the supply of hard drives. So, if you are in the market for one, or buying a new system, expect to be charged accordingly.
> I was about to build a system for a friend, and just noticed this in effect already. It might be until next June before stock is flowing at levels again.
> 
> e.g.
> 500GB sata drive, £100+
> 1TB drive, £130+
> 2TB drive, £200 if you're lucky.
> 
> Sigh.. This could get baaad. Very baaad.
> I guess the old saying "eggs in one basket" rings out again..



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