Get premium data storage with this Seagate LaCie mobile drive. USB-C and USB 3.0 compatibility let you store and retrieve files quickly, while the 2TB capacity accommodates impressive amounts of data. This Seagate LaCie mobile drive includes the LaCie Toolkit software, which makes it easy to mirror folders and schedule backups.
A: SSD stands for solid state drive, (No moving parts) - think if a larger 'Thumb' drive. and External Drive can be an SSD type (no moving parts) or 'disk type' (older technology where the data is stored on disks that spin around) . You can get a lot more capacity with older Disk types. I like SSD type drives, much quieter and I can get the storage I need at reasonable costs. Also, they travel well (because they don't have any moving parts, less opportunity for something internal to move or damage the drive.
A: Yes you can use it with time machine on Mac.
A: You can format it for both Mac and pc and there are multiple cords to accommodate
A: When iPhone updates to USB-C port, it will work. I don’t think the lightning port can power it, even if you have an adapter.
Q: Can this be used for Mac Os Big sur?
A: Yes, it does. *All OS (Mac, Windows etc)
A: Yes, it came with two cords, Thunderbolt and USB.
Q: Does this work with MacBook Air M1?
A: Yes, I have personally used it on a MAC m1 platform without a problem.
A: With this particular drive, if your Mac mini has a USB-C port then this drive should be able to work fine. Once you plug it in, there should be a window that opens with the contents of the drive and a "Start Here Mac" application icon you can click to install the necessary software.