Add space, consolidate files to a single location, or free up space on your system's internal drive with the 8TB Expansion Desktop USB 3.0 External Hard Drive from Seagate, which is preformatted exFAT, meaning it is compatible with Windows and Mac right out of the box. This hard drive provides a storage capacity of up to 8TB and connects to your host system using its micro-USB 3.0 interface. Copy and saving data is easy, simply drag and drop. Included is an 18" USB 3.0 cable, an 18W power adapter, Seagate's Rescue Data Recovery Services, and Toolkit backup software.

Please note that reformatting may be required for use with Apple's Time Machine.

8TB Storage Capacity    Micro-USB 3.0 Interface    AC Powered    Rescue Data Recovery Services    Includes USB 3.0 Cable    Preformatted exFAT    Windows and Mac Compatible

With this high-capacity desktop drive, you'll be able to engage in drag-and-drop file saving right out of the box, transfer data quickly with USB 3.0 connectivity, and enjoy compatibility with Windows and Mac.

Easily start saving your digital files in seconds. All you have to do is plug it in, then drag and drop.

When the unexpected happens, like water damage or natural disaster, Rescue Services helps you defend against data loss and retrieval costs so you can rest easier.

This drive is compatible with Windows 10 or higher as well as macOS 10.12 or higher.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. can this drive be password protected?

A: The Seagate 10TB Expansion Desktop USB 3.0 External Hard Drive does not have password protection.

Q: 2. What is the read/write speed of this HDD?

A: The HDD inside the Seagate 24TB Expansion Desktop USB 3.0 External Hard Drive runs at 5400 RPM.

Q: 3. Can this drive be operated horizontally rather than vertically?

A: Yes, you can turn the Seagate 18TB Expansion Desktop USB 3.0 External Hard Drive sideways and nothing bad will happen.

Q: 4. what kind of adapter is needed for macbook pro desktop?

A: B&H # PEUSB323CA06 can be used to connect the Seagate 18TB Expansion Desktop USB 3.0 External Hard Drive BH #SESTKP180004 with a MacBook Pro.

Q: 5. Does the 6TB come with data recovery?

A: Yes, the Seagate 6TB Expansion Desktop USB 3.0 External Hard Drive includes data recovery services.

Q: 6. is it noisy?

A: No, the Seagate 10TB Expansion Desktop USB 3.0 External Hard Drive is practically silent.

Q: 7. Does this ext. drive use MEMEO Dashboard software?

A: MEMEO Dashboard software is not included with the Seagate Expansion Desktop External HDD.

Q: 8. Please what does the Rescue Data Recovery Services stated in the features above entail?

A: With Seagate Rescue Data Recovery Services, included with the Seagate 16TB Expansion Desktop USB 3.0 External Hard Drive you get: • Access to a team of world-class data recovery experts • One in-lab data recovery attempt • An encrypted storage device containing your recovered data if recovery is successful

Q: 9. What is the length of the USB cable(s) from the device to the computer? Thank you.

A: The Seagate 4TB Expansion Desktop USB 3.0 External Hard Drive BH #SESTKP400040 comes with a USB cable that is 18 inches.

Q: 10. I'm interested in connecting this to a 2009 Apple Airport Extreme and have it serve as a Time Machine for 3 MacBook Pros in the household. Will it work that way?

A: Yes, You just have to map it as a drive.