<P>Unleash your computer s maximum performance with the new DiamondMax<SUP>®</SUP> Plus 40 series from Maxtor. Available in capacities up to 40 GB, these 7,200 RPM drives include Maxtor s unique DualWave<SUP></SUP> twin processor technology for a 10x boost in host command processing speed. Coupled with 2 MB of high speed 100 MHz SDRAM for the cache buffer and an UltraDMA 66 interface, give our DualWave-equipped hard drives superior benchmark performance and maximum throughput. As a result, they re an ideal choice for consumers working with large files, including audio and video applications. No matter how demanding your application, the new DiamondMax Plus 40 series delivers the ultimate in performance and capacity. </P> <P>The DiamondMax Plus 40 drives include Maxtor s ShockBlock<SUP>®</SUP> and MaxSafe<SUP>®</SUP> feature sets, providing one of the most comprehensive reliability packages in the industry. Designed to protect the drive from damage caused by improper handling, the ShockBlock design has demonstrated the ability to withstand up to 1,000G short-duration shock loads without drive failure. </P>