Introduction:

   Ahh, yes! Another new product from VIZO. If you haven't noticed, the last several months I have been reviewing just about every product from VIZO. This one came just in time since I have been reviewing a lot of enclosures lately. YUP... another HDD enclosure review is in store for today. This one is the VIZO Paragon 2.5" HDD enclosure with One Touch Backup. WHEW! That was a mouthful. OK, enough of this fluff... on to the review.

About the Company:

    VIZO Technology Corp. mainly provide computer peripheral products to everywhere all over the world. We own the best team and complete innovation technology. Utilizing experiences for many years and sufficient skills, VIZO insist in developing innovative and nice quality products to meet mainstream users' demands. VIZO supply the PC users variety of PC DIY products and peripherals, include Hard Drive External Enclosure, Multimedia storage, front panel, mouse, case fan, uv LED fan, system cooling, cold cathode light, crystal neon night, accessory, etc.

    VIZO leads the trend of PC DIY and peripheral market; meanwhile, VIZO produce UV and LED effect products which can make your PC more stylish and unique.

    VIZO aim at non-stop improvement, continuous innovation, excellent design , firm development, and quality-improving technology. This is also the main reason for VIZO to keep putting all our effort in investigation and development. In order to being a leader in this high competitive field, VIZO requires the strict quality control process and highly recommended global product approval.

    Our Target is to let all the customers and end users acquire that VIZO equals to innovation, high quality, fast response and good service.
We aim at achieving each customer's satisfaction with our best quality. We also hope all the customers and end users can happily enjoy VIZO products!
 

Specifications:

• Housing : Aluminum

• Host Interface : 480Mbps USB 2.0 (USB 1.1 Compatible)

• HDD Type : 2.5 " IDE HDD

• One Touch Functions : Backup / Restore / Synchronize

• Power Supply : USB Bus Power External AC/DC POWER Adapter ( DC 5V/1A, option )

• Indicators : Green for POWER on / Red for file access 　

• Weight : 70g (without HDD)

• Dimensions : 135(L) x 76(W) x 15(H) mm

Features:

•     One Touch Backup button

•     Sleek, super slim and elegant design

•     Aluminum housing for excellent heat dissipation.

•     Compact and Portable, easy to go

•     USB 2.0 interface with data transfer rate up to 480Mbps

•     USB version 1.1/2.0 Specification Compatible

•     Support Plug and play & hot swappable

•     LED lights to indicate power on ( Green ) and file access ( Red )

•     Works with PC, supports Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP

•     USB powered device, no external power is required under low HDD power consumption

•     Extra power needed for high HDD power consumption

System Requirements:

•     Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP

•     One available USB port

•     * The one-touch backup button only works under Windows 2000/XP

A Closer Look:

retail front	One Touch Backup	details on front
Specs on back		Manual

    The Paragon comes in 3 color choices: Black, White, and Blue. I chose to use the black for review since it's more picture friendly than the white one. VIZO sent two units Whtie and Black the blue unit was not available - one for review and one for a prize giveaway - that's why I can choose the color.

   The black Paragon has a mirror finish, so when you are done swapping files at lunch you can check for food in your teeth. The black mirror finish on the covers is not a piano finish but more of an actual mirror. The black color appears to be a clear black lacquer over the metal. Definitely an attention getter. The metal covers are aluminum, but the frame they attach to is made from plastic.  For this reason, heat dissipation could be an issue if used for a prolonged period of time. The bottom cover has four rubber feet to keep the unit from sliding around.

Black and white	Black Mirror finish	Power/HDD LED's
Botton view	Rubber feet	Front panel

   On the top cover of the Paragon is a nice graphics layout with the company and product name on it, along with a pin stripe. Also on top are two LED's: a green one for power and a red for HDD access.

   The front of the Paragon has one USB mini B port and an external power port. Also on the front is the one touch backup button. Included with the Paragon is one USB cable, the trusty carrying case, and a CD with backup software. The carrying case is made from nylon and the Paragon just slides in. There's also a small Velcro pouch on the side of the case, which is used for storing the USB cable. A nice feature that keeps the ends of the USB cable from scratching the Paragon. That's about it folks... just a simple HDD enclosure.