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Welcome Box content Seagate Expansion Desktop 18W power adapter USB 3.0 cable (USB micro-B to USB-A) Quick start guide Minimum system requirements Ports Use the included cable to connect your Seagate device to a computer with a USB-A port. This device supports connections to computer ports that are USB 3.0 and higher. Opera ng system Go to Operating System Requirements for Seagate Hardware & Software. Minimum free disk space 600MB recommended.
Ge ng Started Connect power 1. Place the adapter plug for your location into the channel on the power supply. Slide it down to lock it in place. 2. Connect the power cable to Expansion Desktop. 3. Connect the power supply to a live power outlet.
Connect to computer 1. Connect the USB micro-B end of the cable to the USB micro-B port on Expansion Desktop. 2. Connect the USB-A end of the cable to your computer’s USB-A port. You can connect your Seagate device to a USB-C port on your computer. The USB-C port must support USB 3.0 or higher. A USB micro-B to USB-C cable is not included with this device.
The setup process lets you: Register Seagate Expansion Desktop Get the most from your drive with easy access to information and support. Install Toolkit Set up backup plans and more. Your computer must be connected to the internet to register your device and install Toolkit. Start here Using a file manager such as Finder or File Explorer, open Expansion Desktop and launch Start Here Win or Start Here Mac.
Enter your information and click Register. Download Toolkit Click the Download button.
Using a file manager such as Finder or File Explorer, go to the folder where you receive downloads. Click on the SeagateToolkit.exe file to launch the application. Open the SeagateToolkit.zip file. Click on the Seagate Toolkit Installer to launch the application. Your computer must be connected to the internet to install and run Toolkit.
Use Toolkit to Set Up Backups and More Toolkit provides useful tools that let you easily create and manage mirror folders, backup plans, and more. Start a backup plan (Windows only) Create a plan customized for the content, storage device, and schedule of your choosing. Click here for details on setting up a backup plan. Create a mirror folder Create a Mirror folder on your PC or Mac that is synced to your storage device.
Op onal Forma ng and Par oning Your device is preformatted exFAT (Extended File Allocation Table) for compatibility with both Mac and Windows computers. Choosing a file system format When choosing a file system format, consider whether compatibility or performance is more important in your everyday use of the drive. Compatibility—You need a cross-platform format because you connect your drive to both PCs and Macs.
default. APFS (Apple File System) is an Apple file system optimized for solid state drives (SSDs) and flash-based storage systems, though it also works with hard disk drives (HDDs). It was first introduced with the release of macOS High Sierra (version 10.13). APFS can only be read by Macs running High Sierra or later. When choosing between Apple file systems, consider the following: Windows cannot natively read or write to APFS or HFS+ volumes.
Safely Remove Device From Your Computer Always eject a storage drive from your computer before physically disconnecting it. Your computer must perform filing and housekeeping operations on the drive before it is removed. Therefore, if you unplug the drive without using the operating system’s software, your files can become corrupt or damaged. Windows Use the Safely Remove tool to eject a device. 1. Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in your Windows System Tray to view the devices you can eject. 2.
Frequently Asked Ques ons For help setting up and using your Seagate hard drive, review the frequently asked questions below. For additional support resources, go to Seagate customer support. All users Problem: My file transfers are too slow Q: Are both ends of the USB cable firmly attached? A: Review troubleshooting tips for cable connections below: Check both ends of the USB cable and make sure that they are fully seated in their respective ports.
Q: Can I use my hard drive with a USB hub? A: Yes, the hard drive can be connected to a USB hub. If you use a hub and encounter detection problems, slower than normal transfer rates, random disconnection from your computer or other unusual issues, try connecting the hard drive directly to the computer’s USB port. Some USB hubs are less than efficient with power management, which can be problematic for connected devices. In such a case, consider trying a powered USB hub that includes a power cable.
Problem: The hard drive icon doesn’t appear in Computer Q: Is the hard drive listed in Device Manager? A: All drives appear in at least one place in Device Manager. Type Device Manager in Search to launch it. Look in the Disk Drives section and, if necessary, click the Plus (+) icon to view the full list of devices. If you’re uncertain that your drive is listed, safely unplug it and then reconnect it. The entry that changes is your Seagate hard drive.
A: Review the installation steps in Getting Started.
Regulatory Compliance Product Name Seagate Expansion Desktop Regulatory Model Number SRD0NF2 China RoHS China RoHS 2 refers to the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology Order No. 32, effective July 1, 2016, titled Management Methods for the Restriction of the Use of Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Products.
equipment. Beginning on January 1, 2018, Seagate products must comply with the “Marking of presence” requirements in Section 5 of CNS 15663. This product is Taiwan RoHS compliant. The following table meets the Section 5 “Marking of presence” requirements.
