Can I use this to store files from my PC? and then access them again on my mac and store things on it from my mac as well after using it with my PC? null

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jonstellphoto · Accepted Answer

Yes. As long as the files are compatable on both machines (.exe files don't work on Mac, but .jpeg .tiff etc, work fine)

Nanlaien · Answer

Yes

RyanSchlager · Answer

No - the drive is formatted for Mac only. You could reformat for Windows, but then you couldn't use with Mac.

BDBMeP · Answer

yes, if you format it to FAT32:

FAT32 (File Allocation Table)
- Natively read/write FAT32 on Windows and Mac OS X.
- Maximum file size: 4GB
- Maximum volume size: 2TB

FAT32 has its drawbacks tho, so be warned:
-FAT32 offers no security, unlike NTFS, which allows you to set permissions. If your HD gets into the wrong hands, that person will be able to access your data.
-The max size for any given file stored on a FAT32-formatted HD is 4GB. So, for example, if you want to store a 9GB movie, it will be impossible.
-In general, FAT32 drives are more susceptible to disk errors.
-It's not a huge issue, but FAT32 is less efficient at storing files. Its large cluster sizes waste disk space, unlike the other HD storage formats.

CommunityAnswer · Answer

This can be used to store files from a PC.

“Can I use this to store files from my PC? and then access them again on my mac and store things on it from my mac as well after using it with my PC?”

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