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Getting Started
Connect the USB cable
- Connect the USB micro-B end of the cable to the USB micro-B port on Expansion Portable.
- 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.
Set up Expansion Portable
The setup process lets you:
| Register Seagate Expansion Portable | 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 Portable and launch Start Here Win or Start Here Mac.
Register your device
Enter your information and click Register.
Download Toolkit
Click the Download button.
Install Toolkit
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.