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Seagate FreeAgent GoFlex 500GB 2.5" Silver Ultra-portable Hard Drive

Seagate FreeAgent GoFlex 500GB 2.5" Silver Ultra-portable Hard Drive (Seagate: STAA500101)
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Seagate FreeAgent GoFlex 500GB 2.5" Silver Ultra-portable Hard Drive
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With 10 User Reviews
Morrisa
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Review Date: 08/18/13
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As a difficult disk, it's really great. It's rapid, looks good, and didn't complain when I formatted it to ext4 (some drives have computer software constructed into them that you can't quickly get rid of; if I keep in mind appropriately, it had computer software, but the complete drive could nevertheless be formatted to get rid of the computer software).I especially like the adapter that came with it. It can in fact attach to and run any two.5" SATA II drive. The day I came home for Christmas break, I plugged the drive it, it created some loud, sharp noises, and then wouldn't mount. When I unplugged it and plugged it back in, it produced a faint, continuous beeping sound. (I'm assuming it's an error code saying it can't commence).Anyway, Seagate's warranty is pretty excellent and I'm in the method of RMA'ing. I didn't drop any useful information, it was more of an inconvenience. I have backup copies of all the data, I just don't carry the backups with me, particularly when I travel, so I'm devoid of all the data on that drive for a couple of weeks. Pretty annoying; specifically considering that I had hardly employed it. I filled it up with information As soon as, it almost certainly wasn't plugged into my laptop additional than a dozen instances.I've heard that Seagate drives are infamous for breaking down, but I've had quite excellent experiences with them in the past. If the new one particular comes back and lasts lengthy sufficient for me to get some decent use out of it, I'll write a positive overview.
Lali
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Review Date: 08/15/13
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Compact size, slim unit.. Cable is about 15 inches extended. I like the shape of the plug, as I can get a fantastic thumb and finger hold on it. Nice LED light on it that shows when it is plugged in and started. Unit is quiet. Quiet is a fantastic factor.Option for many accessory cables for different connectors, such as upgrade to USB three., eSata, HD tv, Firewire. If you plug it into a Windows OS with autorun enabled, it will enable the autorun.inf filed stored on the drive, which begins the GoFlex registration and backup software program contained on the disk. As a precaution, I under no circumstances have autorun or autoplay enabled on Windows, as i in no way like software to automatically run itself. USB finish ought to have come with a protective cap, as this unit is portable, and one would want to protect it when carrying it. Seagate should have thrown one in, as they are cheap. I initially employed this on a Linux machine. That way I could see what was on the disk. It consists of backup software for both Windows and Mac machines, registration, and an autorun.inf file.So as to keep away from malicious anything, I copied the files that are on the disk to a DVD disk, and deleted exact same files from the GoFlex really hard drive. Given that I mainly use my GoFlex for storage, and not to continually backup my operating technique, I genuinely don't need to have this software, but saved it in case i want to sell the unit in the future. Seagate's webpage states you do not need to have to run the computer software to use the unit. Accurate.
Quang
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Review Date: 01/18/13
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Didn't require axillary USB cord for power. Whilst it worked, it worked effectively. One day about 6 months into using this tricky drive, it refused to be recognized by the laptop or computer, and sat about obstinately generating a beeping noise. Drive became unusable following this point. Google "Freeagent beeping"...you'll come across that this is a common problem that can outcome from even searching at a Freeagent drive as well difficult.The plus side is that Seagate will replace your new paperweight for you...if you take place to have the ideal packaging materials (electrostatic bag, two inches of surrounding solid foam, and a corrugated cardboard box). Seagate was incredibly clear that any device not packaged correctly will be returned to you at your price. If you don't come about to have the correct supplies, Seagate is delighted to refer you to a vendor, who will sell you a kit for ฤ plus shipping.If you handle to get it shipped correctly, congraduations! How extended before this new tricky drive fails??Or, you could skip this item and get...well, something else.
Tavia
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Review Date: 01/01/13
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Small size, price tag for external difficult drive. Operates ideal does what its supposed to. the case looks sexy and shiny.the size and storage capacity is def a good perk to this. some one please correct me but the so called backup software that came on the tricky drive is just a trial version. also for esata or usb three. you have to buy an GoFlex specific adapter which could be from ฤ - ์ on what your obtaining. also with the usb two. adapter that came with it i realized it can be utilized as a regular sata drive.... but normal sata cables are not extended adequate... go figure so when i trimmed my sata cable down to match its performing fantastic. i cut my fingers trying to trim my sata cable to fit into the hard drive. but to sum it up to me this Seagate drive it's just a massive scam all in all if you want to use this to its complete prospective just like 80% of all external challenging drives come integrated with the cost, which would be getting the backup software package and special esata, or usb three. cable you could effortlessly double how significantly you just paid for the GoFlex drive. i got this Seagate drive free on Christmas i would of RMA but Santa leaves no receipts.
Aolani
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Review Date: 12/10/12
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Worked wonderfully when it was working. Didn't final 1 year. 500gb is a lot of information to lose. Use carefully. This was my first external HD so take my word for what its worth.
Nowles
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Review Date: 10/14/12
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Extremely tiny lightweight portable drive . USB powered. None Ordered on Thursday – delivered on Friday – usually the fastest shipping with New Egg.
Maggie
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Review Date: 08/27/12
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Portability, Ease of installation, excellent looks and really reputable That you can\'t use the software with any MacBooks!!
Najila
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Review Date: 11/05/11
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- rapid (up to 35Mb/sec)- looks good- incredibly light- has some Programs on, that makes all much easier: Backup programm all pc- several other programs- USB 3. Updateable none
Daktari
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Review Date: 09/28/11
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VersatilePortableMatte finish to deter fingerprints(silver version)Quick transfer speeds (when utilizing powered eSATA port)Works on powered USB/eSATA combo ports like the 1 on my HP Envy 14Included mini USB2 cable is detachable from the adapter so it can be employed for other devices if required none so far. Some comparisons vs a Kingston Class 6 MicroSDHD in a USB2 reader, The well-liked Patriot Xporter 8GB flash driveI did a file copy test with a 1.51GB folder. The files sizes ranged from 1.5MB to 15mb. Points would vary with typical smaller documents or program installation I imagine.Write:SDHC 2m 22sXporter 2m59sGoFlex USB2 1m37sGoFlex eSATA 29sRead:SDHC 1m44sXporter 1m01sGoFlex USB2 1m02sGoFlex eSATA 29s
Bud
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Review Date: 07/02/11
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really good! never
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Product Specifications

Model
Brand Seagate
Series FreeAgent GoFlex
Model STAA500101
Performance
Color Silver
Interface USB 2.0
Capacity 500GB
Cache 8MB
RPM 5400 RPM
Physical Spec
Form Factor 2.5"
Dimensions 4.33" x 3.27" x 0.59"
Weight 0.33 lbs.
Manufacturer Warranty
Parts 2 years limited
Labor 2 years limited

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