Unlocking the Speed Potential of Your Mac Pro or MacBook Pro with FireWire 800 to USB Adapter

In today's digital age, speed is everything when it comes to data transfer and storage. Gone are the days of slow and tedious file transfers over USB 2.0 and FireWire 800 ports. With the advent of USB 3.0, Mac users now have a faster and more reliable option for transferring data between devices. But what about those who still rely on older ports? Fear not, as Caldigit was the first to release their FireWire 800 to USB adapter with OS X drivers, making it possible for users to upgrade to USB 3.0.

For Mac Pro owners, LaCie's Two Big USB 3.0 dual bay RAID 0 enclosure and OCZ Voyager USB 3.0 dock with OCZ Vertex 2 SSD are excellent options. The Caldigit AV Drive, which supports both FireWire 800 and USB 3.0, is another great choice. Meanwhile, LaCie's USB 3.0 PCIe host adapters for the Mac Pro provide users with an even faster way to transfer data.

MacBook Pro owners, on the other hand, can opt for LaCie's USB 3.0 ExpressCard/34 or Sonnet Tempo Pro eSATA ExpressCard/34, which can be installed in their devices. The built-in FireWire 800 port and USB 2.0 port on the 2010 Mac Pro provide additional options.

But what about SATA storage? Is it still faster than USB 3.0? The answer is yes, but not by much. In fact, some USB 3.0 storage devices can rival the speed of SATA storage. To illustrate this point, we've included graphs that compare the speed potential of various storage devices running on different ports.

In one graph, a RED line indicates the fastest option, while an ORANGE line represents USB 3.0 storage devices. A closer look at the graph shows that some USB 3.0 storage devices can match the speed of SATA storage devices. This is especially true when it comes to sequential read and write speeds.

But how do you take advantage of this increased speed? Simply plug in your FireWire 800 to USB adapter, connect your device, and start transferring data at lightning-fast speeds. No more waiting around for files to transfer; with USB 3.0, you can get the job done quickly and efficiently.

In conclusion, upgrading to a FireWire 800 to USB adapter is a great way to unlock the speed potential of your Mac Pro or MacBook Pro. With options available from Caldigit and LaCie, users can easily upgrade their devices and take advantage of faster data transfer rates. Whether you're a professional photographer, videographer, or simply someone who needs to transfer large files quickly, a FireWire 800 to USB adapter is a worthwhile investment.

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