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Updated driver for mounting Thunderbolt NTFS partitions in Mac OS

The NTFS driver for Mac has been updated to support GoFlex drives attached to a thunderbolt adapter.

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How to use an external drive without any special software

Many, even most, Seagate and Maxtor-brand external drives are sold with bundled backup and management software. However, in some cases it is not possible to use such software.

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How to setup a GoFlex drive for use under MacOS

The GoFlex, GoFlex Desk, GoFlex Pro and GoFlex Slim drives are flexible enough to use in MacOS, Windows, or both.

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Install the NTFS Driver on a Mac

Get step-by-step instructions on how to install the NTFS driver on a Mac.

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Comparison of GoFlex software features

Compare GoFlex software features.

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What types of cables can I get for my FreeAgent GoFlex and how do I use them?

The FreeAgent GoFlex drive is designed to be flexible; therefore the cable module is interchangeable with several interfaces.

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Installing the Seagate AutoBackup upgrade cable for GoFlex or GoFlex Pro

The AutoBackup upgrade cable for FreeAgent GoFlex, GoFlex Slim, and GoFlex Pro allows the user to backup and restore the entire computer or individual files.

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How To's

Troubleshooting

Downloads

drivers & firmware

Drivers & Firmware

  • NTFS Driver for Mac OS

    The NTFS Driver (5MB) allows you to mount the NTFS partition on both a GoFlex and Backup Plus drive as read and write (NTFS would normally be read only in MacOS), so the drive can be used to drag and drop files between a computer running Mac OS and one running Windows.
    The NTFS Driver (5MB) allows you to mount the NTFS partition on both a GoFlex and Backup Plus drive as read and write (NTFS would normally be read only in MacOS), so the drive can be used to drag and drop files between a computer running Mac OS and one running Windows. Learn more

  • Thunderbolt for Windows


    This driver is required to allow the Seagate Thunderbolt adapter to be detected under Windows 8, 7, Vista and Windows XP. An additional driver may be required for the Thunderbolt port on your computer (usually provided by the motherboard or Thunderbolt card manufacturer). Learn more

Software

Software

  • FreeAgent GoFlex Software

    Dashboard and Memeo software for GoFlex Drives - updated for Windows 8. Learn more

Utilities

Utilities

  • SeaTools for Windows

    The quick diagnostic tool that checks the health of your drive. Learn more

Specifications

 
Capacity 1TB 750GB 500GB 320GB 1.5TB
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Interface Options USB 3.0, Drive Only, USB 2.0 USB 3.0, Drive Only, USB 2.0 USB 3.0, USB 2.0, Drive Only USB 2.0, Drive Only USB 3.0
Physical          
Height (in/mm) (maximum) 4.39/111, 4.71/120 4.33/110, 4.39/111 4.39/111 4.39/111 4.71/120
Width (in/mm) (maximum) 3.51/83, 3.19/83, 3.51/89 3.27/83, 3.19/83 3.19/83 3.19/83 3.51/89
Length (in/mm) (maximum) .57/14, .87/22 .59/14.5, .57/14 .57/14 .57/14 .87/22
Weight (lb/g) .33/150, .62/280 .33/150 .33/150 .33/150 .62/280
Model Number Interface Package Capacity Product Colors
STAA1000102 USB 3.0 Kit 1TB Blue
STAA1000100 USB 2.0 Kit 1TB Black
STAA1000101 USB 3.0 Kit 1TB Black
STAA1000103 USB 3.0 Kit 1TB Black
STAA1000104 USB 3.0 Kit 1TB Silver
STAA750100 USB 2.0 Kit 750GB Black
STAA750101 USB 3.0 Kit 750GB Black
STAA500108 USB 3.0 Kit 500GB Red
STAA500103 USB 2.0 Kit 500GB Red
STAA500102 USB 2.0 Kit 500GB Blue
STAA500105 USB 3.0 Kit 500GB Black
STAA500101 USB 2.0 Kit 500GB Silver
STAA500100 USB 2.0 Kit 500GB Black
STAA500107 USB 3.0 Kit 500GB Blue
STAA500106 USB 3.0 Kit 500GB Silver
STAA320100 USB 2.0 Kit 320GB Black
STAA320101 USB 2.0 Kit 320GB Silver
STAA1500100 USB 3.0 Kit 1.5TB Black
STAB1000500 Drive Only Drive Only 1TB Black
STAB750500 Drive Only Drive Only 750GB Black
STAB500500 Drive Only Drive Only 500GB Black
STAB320500 Drive Only Drive Only 320GB Black