Seagate Expansion 12TB External Hard Drive HDD - USB 3.0, with Rescue Data Recovery Services (STKP12000402)
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Style: Desktop HDD
Capacity: 12TB
Features
- Easy-to-use desktop hard drivesimply plug in the power adapter and USB cable.Specific uses: Business, personal
- Fast file transfers with USB 3.0
- Drag-and-drop file saving right out of the box
- Automatic recognition of Windows and Mac computers for simple setup (Reformatting required for use with Time Machine)
- The available storage capacity may vary.
Description
Ideal for the home, office, or dorm, Seagate Expansion desktop drive offers enormous desktop storage for photos, movies, music, and more. Backing up and transferring content is incredibly easy—just drag and drop! To get set up, connect the USB hard drive to Windows or Mac—no software required. For Apple Time Machine, simply reformat. Included is an 18-inch USB 3.0 cable and 18W power adapter.
Digital Storage Capacity: 12 TB
Hard Disk Interface: USB 3.0
Connectivity Technology: USB
Brand: Seagate
Special Feature: Portable
Hard Disk Form Factor: 3.5 Inches
Hard Disk Description: Mechanical Hard Disk
Compatible Devices: Desktop
Installation Type: Plug In
Color: Black
Digital Storage Capacity: 12 TB
Hard Disk Interface: USB 3.0
Connectivity Technology: USB
Additional Features: Portable
Hard Disk Form Factor: 3.5 Inches
Compatible Devices: Desktop
Hard Disk Rotational Speed: 7200
Specific Uses For Product: business, personal
Read Speed: 120 Megabytes Per Second
Media Speed: 120 MB/s
Cache Memory Installed Size: 12
Data Transfer Rate: 480 Megabits Per Second
Form Factor: 3.5-inch
Hardware Connectivity: USB 3.0
Hardware Platform: Mac
Installation Type: Plug In
Color: Black
Enclosure Material: Metal
Brand: Seagate
Model Number: STKP12000402
Hard Disk Description: Mechanical Hard Disk
Built-In Media: Seagate Expansion Desktop External Drive 12TB USB3.0
Model Name: Expansion Desktop Drive
Manufacturer: Seagate
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UPC: 763649161289
Mfr Part Number: STKP12000402
Warranty Description: limited warranty
Hard-Drive Size: 12 TB
Item Weight: 1176 Grams
Item Dimensions L x W x Thickness: 8.58"L x 8.35"W x 3.03"Th
Number of Items: 1
Unit Count: 1.0 Ounce
Customer Package Type: Standard Packaging
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