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With the growing popularity of information technology, safely storing digital data is a major modern concern. There are many options for such storage, including flash drives, hard drives, CDs, DVDs, SD cards, etc. Due to the advantages of a high storage capacity and long lifespan, hard drives are usually the first choice as a storage space. While hard drive storage is often safe and reliable, it is always wise to back up your data onto another drive as a precautionary measure. When you are looking to clone the contents of any hard drive, the easiest approach is to use a hard drive duplicator. For your better understanding, this blog will explore how hard drive duplicators work and when to use them.
 
A hard drive duplicator, unlike a physical hard drive, is not used to store data, but rather to duplicate and transfer data from one device to another. Similar in structure to a CD player, your storage devices are inserted into the hard drive duplicator during use. The duplicator then performs the function of cloning the information on the first device and transferring it to the second device, sometimes even wiping the contents of the first device as specified.
 
When creating copies of the initial data, a hard drive duplicator can provide cloned data to more than twenty destinations at a time. Typically, duplicators work on their own without needing to connect to a computer and most copy the information on the hard drive sector by sector. In other words, the duplicate copies include every sector of the initial hard drive, even those that do not contain data. However, depending on your needs, you may also procure a duplicator with a “fast copy” feature, used to copy only sectors of the original drive that contain data, making the cloning process faster. Powerful and efficient, hard drive duplicators are great options for preventing data loss.
 
There are countless hard drive duplicators available on the market, ranging in size, price, and performance. As such, there are a few factors to consider when determining which one to procure. First, if you intend to use your duplicator frequently and to make many copies at once, it is wise to invest in an industrial grade duplicator with higher performance capabilities, as the higher price will be offset by how they save you time. Second, you should consider the compatibility of your devices with each hard drive to ensure it can work with your devices and their storage capacities. Next, you should consider the features your duplicator might be equipped with and if any benefit you, such as disk wiping or multiple copying methods. Last, consider the quality of the device and the connection options it offers. While less important, these factors may contribute to your decision of one model over another.
 
For any and all hard drive duplicators you wish to procure, allow ASAP IT Technology to be your trusted sourcing partner. Owned and operated by ASAP Semiconductor, we are a leading online distributor of such components and many others, all of which we source reliably from trusted manufacturers on our Approved Vendor List (AVL). We encourage you to explore our website as you see fit for all of the high-caliber part types you need for your applications. Then, simply submit a Request for Quote (RFQ) form with as much information as possible to receive a competitive quote within 15 minutes or less for your comparisons. With around-the clock service, rapid lead times, and cost savings, find out why customers rely on ASAP IT Technology again and again!