Add space, consolidate files to a single location, or free up space on your system's internal drive with the 16TB 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 16TB 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.

16TB 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. how long is the USB cord? I want to see if it can sit on my desk while computer is under desk

A: The Seagate 16TB Expansion Desktop USB 3.0 External Hard Drive includes a USB cable that is 18" in length, and a power cord with a total of approximately 65 inches in length.

Q: 2. Will it work via Thunderbolt 3 port?

A: If you have an adapter from Thunderbolt 3 to USB A, it would work. With out said adapter it would not work

Q: 3. does this hard drive support Linux?

A: With reformatting the WD 4TB Elements Desktop USB 3.0 External Hard Drive can be used with Linux operating systems.

Q: 4. 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: 5. 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: 6. What voltage is the drive? Is it dual voltage?

A: The Seagate 16TB Expansion Desktop USB 3.0 External Hard Drive will accept 110-240 VAC.

Q: 7. can I share files between Windows & Mac? Connect it to my Windows & copy files, then connect it to Mac & copy files, and so on

A: Yes, it is possible to share files between Windows & Mac with this WD 12TB Elements Desktop USB 3.0 External Hard Drive. You will need to first reformat the drive to exFat.

Q: 8. I have a 1big Dock in 10tb and need to backup the drive. could I daisy chain the 12tb expansion drive to the 10 tb drive?

A: The Seagate 12TB Expansion Desktop USB 3.0 External Hard Drive does not allow daisy chaining. If you need to move files from one drive to another, connect both drives to your computer and then transfer the files.

Q: 9. Is this loaded with an exos 18 hard drive?

A: The Seagate 18TB Expansion Desktop USB 3.0 External Hard Drive runs on the Seagate desktop Barracuda platform.

Q: 10. Is this a CMR drive?

A: Although the type of hard drive used inside the WD 12TB Elements Desktop USB 3.0 External Hard Drive enclosure has not been specified by the manufacturer, CMR hard drives comprise the vast majority of modern consumer drives, so it would be safe to say it is the most likely type of drive to be used within this enclosure.