The GoFlex ultra-portable drive makes it easy to store, back up and encrypt all your files with its plug-and-play USB 3.0 connectivity, but this is no ordinary external drive. As the core of the GoFlex Storage System, the GoFlex ultra-portable drive is the world’s most upgradable external drive allowing it to deliver a truly customizable experience. Use the included USB 3.0 Adapter or upgrade to FireWire 800 or eSATA by pairing the drive with the appropriate GoFlex upgrade cable. Extend your content beyond your PC and enjoy it on your TV, over your network or on-the-go by using it in combination with other GoFlex products.
The GoFlex ultra-portable drive makes it easy to store, back up and encrypt all your files with its plug-and-play USB 3.0 connectivity. This drive is great for taking with you on business trips, vacations and on the go allowing you to save or access your videos, photos, music or files. The GoFlex ultra-portable USB 3.0 drive interface returns blazing fast USB file transfer speeds and the GoFlex system allows you to upgrade to FireWire 800 or eSATA by pairing the drive with the appropriate GoFlex upgrade cable. Extend your content beyond your PC and enjoy it on your TV, over your network, or on-the-go by using it in combination with our GoFlex family of products.
Store over 16,000 hours of music on the 1TB GoFlex Drive
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Store, back up and encrypt all your files with plug-and-play USB 3.0 connectivity
Protect your files with GoFlex’s built-in back-up software
Plug-and-Play with Automatic Backup Software
The Seagate GoFlex’s built-in backup software ensures automatic continuous backup of your data. It secures your backed up files and protects your privacy with powerful encryption software. The Seagate Dashboard management tool software provides easy management of backup schedules, file encryption, and at-a-glance drive statistics, including available capacity.
Access Files with the Interface of Your Choice
Use the advanced USB 3.0 interface for maximum compatibility with standard desktops and laptops. USB 3.0 works with PCs equipped with a USB 3.0 port for maximum file transfer speeds, but also works with standard USB 2.0 ports. Or upgrade to FireWire 800 or powered eSATA by pairing the drive with the appropriate GoFlex upgrade cable.
Free your Files
With the included NTFS driver for Mac, you can now interchangeably store and access files from PC and Mac computers without reformatting. The NTFS driver is simply installed once on your Mac computer, allowing it to access and store files in a PC compatible format. (Reformatting to HFS+ required to use backup software for Mac or Time Machine software.)
Extend Your Content Beyond the PC
The GoFlex ultra-portable drive is the heart of the GoFlex Storage System, and by combining it with other GoFlex Storage System products you can enjoy your content on your TV, access files from any PC or Mac computer on your network, from a mobile device, or via the internet while on-the-go.
Enhanced Versatility Is a Snap
Plug-and-play connectivity options let you protect, store, and do more. The GoFlex Storage System allows you to upgrade the way you access your digital content without having to replace your drive. Upgrade cables and kits make it easy to move from USB 3.0 to eSATA or FireWire 800 for even faster transfer speeds for your large files and HD movies. Extend your digital life so you can access and share your files from anywhere.
What’s in the Box
The Seagate GoFlex ultra-portable drive, backup with encryption software pre-loaded on drive, NTFS driver for Mac pre-loaded on drive, GoFlex USB 3.0 interface adapter, 18-inch USB 3.0 cable, quick start guide, 2-year limited warranty.
Get the Most from Your Drive with GoFlex Upgrade Cables
GoFlex eSATA Upgrade Cable
- 6X faster transfer speeds than USB 2.0
- Powered by eSATA/USB combo port, no external power required
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GoFlex FireWire 800 Upgrade Cable
- 2x faster transfer speeds than USB 2.0
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Seagate GoFlex Ultra-Portable Drive Specifications
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500GB1 |
750GB1 |
1TB1 |
1.5TB1 |
| Model Number |
STAA500105 |
STAA750101 |
STAA1000101 |
STAA1500100 |
| Interface |
USB 3.0 |
USB 3.0 |
USB 3.0 |
USB 3.0 |
| Available Colors |
Black | Silver | Blue | Red |
Black |
Black | Blue |
Black |
| How Much Will it Store? |
 Digital Music (Hours) |
8,330 |
12,495 |
16,660 |
24,990 |
 Digital Photos (Files)
Average file size using cameras highest resolution JPEG mode |
160,000 |
240,000 |
320,000 |
480,000 |
 Digital Videos (Hours) |
500 |
750 |
1,000 |
1,000 |
 DVD Quality (Movies)
Based on standard 2 hour movie |
125 |
188 |
250 |
375 |
 HD Video (Hours)
Based on H.264 compression at a 6.75Mbs bitrate |
125 |
188 |
250 |
375 |
| 1One gigabyte, or GB, equals one billion bytes and one terabyte, or TB, equals one trillion bytes when referring to hard drive capacity. |
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