Seagate - Expansion 2TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive with Rescue Data Recovery Services - Black
Storage Capacity
2000GB
Key Accessories:
- Insignia™ - Portable Hard Drive Case - Black$12.99
Specifications
- Storage Capacity2000 gigabytesStorage Drive TypeHDDInterface(s)USB-A (USB 3.0 Gen1)
- Key Specs
- Storage Capacity: 2000 gigabytes (Measured in megabytes (MB), gigabytes (GB) and terabytes (TB), this is the amount available for storing files, music, movies, photos and more. The total includes the capacity of the hard disk drive and solid state drive if both are included on the computer.)
- Storage Drive Type: HDD (Traditional, mechanical hard disk drives are the most common type of storage because they're relatively inexpensive and offer huge capacities. However, they also generate both noise and heat. Solid state drives, also known as SSDs, are many times faster than hard disk drives and have no moving parts to wear out, but typically offer less capacity for the same price.)
- Interface(s): USB-A (USB 3.0 Gen1) (Refers to the types of connections that devices use to interact and communicate with each other.)
- General
- Brand: Seagate
- Model Number: STKM2000400
- Product Name: Expansion 2TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive with Rescue Data Recovery Services
- Color: Black
- Capacity
- Storage Capacity: 2000 gigabytes (Measured in megabytes (MB), gigabytes (GB) and terabytes (TB), this is the amount available for storing files, music, movies, photos and more. The total includes the capacity of the hard disk drive and solid state drive if both are included on the computer.)
- Performance
- Storage Drive Type: HDD (Traditional, mechanical hard disk drives are the most common type of storage because they're relatively inexpensive and offer huge capacities. However, they also generate both noise and heat. Solid state drives, also known as SSDs, are many times faster than hard disk drives and have no moving parts to wear out, but typically offer less capacity for the same price.)
- Compatibility
- Internal Or External: External
- External Hard Drive Type: Portable (Physical characteristics of the hard drive, including size, weight and how you connect to your device.)
- Interface(s): USB-A (USB 3.0 Gen1) (Refers to the types of connections that devices use to interact and communicate with each other.)
- Minimum System Requirements: Compatible with most Windows and macOS systems. Visit seagate.com/os for details.
- Features
- Usage: Backup
- Power
- Power Source: USB port
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 0.496 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 0.59 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 0.351 ounces (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 1 year
- Warranty - Labor: 1 year
- Other
- UPC: 763649160473
Expansion portable drive is an easy-to-use solution for instantly adding storage to Windows or Mac—and taking those files on the go. Take advantage of fast data transfer speeds with USB 3.0 and consolidate files into a single location. Free up space on your computer with a simple drag and drop—file saving is that easy. Plus, Seagate Expansion comes with Rescue Data Recovery Services for additional peace of mind.
- 2tb storage capacity: Sleek and simple portable drive design for taking photos, movies, music, and more on-the-go.
- Rescue Data Recovery Services: Enjoy peace of mind with the included limited warranty and Rescue Data Recovery Services.
- PC and Mac compatible: Automatic recognition of Windows and Mac computers for simple setup (Reformatting required for use with Time Machine).
- USB 3.0 interface: Take advantage of the fast data transfer speeds by connecting to a USB 3.0 port.
- Easy file saving: Drag-and-drop file saving right out of the box.
Whats Included
- Seagate Expansion portable hard drive 18-inch (45.72cm) USB 3.0 cable, Quick start guide, 1 year Limited Warranty, Rescue Data Recovery Services
Q: Is this Seagate Expansion drive compatible with both Windows and Mac computers?
A: Yes, this drive is compatible with both Windows and Mac. It automatically recognizes the operating system.
Q: How do you save files to this external hard drive?
A: This hard drive supports simple drag-and-drop file saving.
Q: What is the total storage capacity of this Seagate hard drive?
A: This Seagate hard drive has a storage capacity of 2 terabytes.
Q: Does this Seagate hard drive come with any data recovery services?
A: Yes, the Seagate Expansion drive includes Rescue Data Recovery Services for peace of mind.
Q: Does this hard drive require a separate power source?
A: No, the hard drive is powered by the USB port.
Q: What kind of interface does this external hard drive use for data transfer?
A: This hard drive uses a USB 3.0 interface for fast data transfer speeds.
Q: Hello. Is this compatible with Mac? Thank you.
A: Yes, but will have to be reformatted for the MAC OS. Says it wants macOS® X 10.13 or higher operating system. Most Seagate drives are formatted in exFAT so they work on both Windows and macOS. Reformatting for use with Time Machine required.
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| Pros for Seagate - Expansion 2TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive with Rescue Data Recovery Services - Black | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Storage Capacity, Overall Performance, Speed, Size, Ease of Use | Ease of use, Storage Capacity, Overall Performance, Size, Speed | Storage Capacity, Overall Performance, Speed, Size, Portability | Ease of use, Overall Performance, Size, Speed, Storage |
| Cons for Seagate - Expansion 2TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive with Rescue Data Recovery Services - Black | |||
| Connectivity | There were no cons for this product— | There were no cons for this product— | Software, Noise |
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