Looking for a quiet and fast external drive...Any recommendations?

[SteelblueTJ]

I am replacing my internal 500GB HDD with an 240GB SSD in my iMac. I would also like to get an external for my larger files like iTunes media and whatnot. I originally was looking at the WD Passport but it's only USB 2.0. I think I would like firewire 800 for speed but want something thats quiet too. I was considering either the Lacie portable drive or the seagate 1TB drive, both have firewire 800. Does anyone recommend one over the other or something else? Would the WD Passport be quick enough? Also how are the noise on those drives? Thanks

LaCie 500GB Rugged 7200 RPM Hard Drive - Apple Store (U.S.)

Amazon.com: Seagate FreeAgent GoFlex 1 TB FireWire 800 USB 2.0 Ultra-Portable External Hard Drive for Mac STBA1000100: Electronics

 

[IWT]

I've been using the LaCie Rugged range for years from the earliest 250GB up to the 1TB. I've never had a drive failure (yet!), they are exceedingly quiet and reliable.

My experience with Seagate is limited to two EHDs. Both been absolutely fine, but my experience with them is very limited in comparison with LaCie.

I should add that I have no financial or commercial interest in any app or product whatever.