Will this work in a USM (seagate drive) or would I need to purchase a connector (adaptar) for it? because I'd really like to use it in place of my usb
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Hi Rye! I think that is not compatible because this device has his own software: WD smartware (that is very easy to use) and bring an USB cable, you only have to install it and it'll do all work . This device can save all your info(videos, images, file, etc) automatically, you only have to connect it to your pc. Take care!
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HD slot only accepts 2.5" with the USM storage technology (http://www.seagate.com/files/promos/usm/en-us/docs/usm-faq-datasheet-dsmb623-1-1209us.pdf). I believe you can alternatively use the USB port for larger HDs or without USM slot. I use this as network drive mapped to my windows computer - instructions here: http://www.mydigitallife.info/use-seagate-dockstar-or-goflex-net-as-nas-on-lan-without-pogoplug-internet-service/ I can listen to music, watch movies, everything without any issues thru my wireless network. Hope this helps on your choice.
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Just emailed Seagate to ask this exact question. Here was their response:The power supply specs are:Power Supply: 12-Volt 2-Amp OutputPower Supply Barrel: Outside 5.5mm Inside 2.5mmNote, this is really 2 Amps or more as the device will draw as much power as it needs, but must be 12-Volts only. So a 24 or 36 Watt adapter at 12 Volts with the right barrel size should work fine.
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Try another drive. If it recognizes a different drive, it is not an issue with the adapter and is likely a bad drive.
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That's another thing I like about the Seagate, powered via USB port, no power adapter needed! One less cord!!
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Personally i have no idea of electrical stuff, so when i received my drive, I asked the same question to a big local electrical equipment store showing them the specific WD adaptor found in the box (US type). They insured me after observing the specifications at the back of the adaptor that adaptor is compatible and i will have no problem. I just had to purchase a US [ I I ] (flat pins) to EUR [ o o ] (round pinholes) plug converter (that cost me 3 euros). My drive works fine 3 weeks now.
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1) Try a different AC connector/cord. You probably do not have one but if you bring you Seagate into a Radio Shack, they probably will let you try a compatible connector/cord for the possible sale.2) Go to Seagate support (www.seagate.com/support/ý)
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I just used the USM power cable for the SSD I installed. My last computer (HP Pavillion) had a similar slot for an external plug in hard drive, and I never used it. I figure I wouldn't use it on this computer either, so I just unplugged the power from the USM and plugged it into the SSD. Have had it like this for about 3 months with no problems. Hope that helps.
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It does not work with a Seagate 1.5TB thick portable drive, keeps disconnecting when read/write to it. When connecting a small drive like WD 1TB, 80% of the time will be fine, but it disconnects as well. No matter what power adapter you use! I even tried to use a powered USB hub. It can read and recognize external drives connecting to a USB hub, but it will disconnect from time to time with no apparent reason.
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I have no idea. Your model is not one they covered in the comparable seagate products. If the voltage is right then there is a good chance the plug that goes into the Hard Drive id the right size but that is no guarantee.
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Hello Malenda, I don't have that answer I am sorry. But you can probably contact the Company they are pretty good at answering Questions. :-) http://seagateproducts.com/ I just know it works great for my Family and I. Have a Blessed Day
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There are two usb ports, one for communication, the other for additional power.I thought the same that you did-- where can I get the adaptor. It turns out that the drive works happily on 2 USB connections-- and no power adaptor. Good luck!
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This is USB 2.0... usually one cord provides the connection and the 2nd provides the power. Basically this is 1 cord with 2 ends, the power connections on each of the 2 ends are connected to give me 1-2 amps instead of the usual .5-1 amp of power you'd get from a usb 2.0 connection. It will work if your seagate drive doesn't require an external adapter or NEED USB 3.0If your external drive is USB 3.0, it either comes with it's own power cord, or should be able to run off a USB 3.0 connection
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1) Try a different AC connector/cord. You probably do not have one but if you bring you Seagate into a Radio Shack, they probably will let you try a compatible connector/cord for the possible sale. 2) Go to Seagate support (www.seagate.com/support/)
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A.J., Thanks for your post, I have just done the same thing and it works a treat. My Mac picked up the Seagate drive on the desktop with no bother. Seems like the case and heat issues are letting Seagate down here.F
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Suggest you contact Seagate support. Have had no issues with the drive. Am not using USB interface, connected the device using the SATA connection directly on a Pogoplug device.
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You will want to get a standard Micro USB cable (USB A Male to Micro B Male). Something like this: AmazonBasics USB Cable - 2.0 A Male to Micro B - 6 Feet (1.8 Meters)However, this is probably unnecessary since the drive will come with a cable that will work. You can use a USB 3 cable on a USB 2 port.