so i added a very large file (240 GB) to this hard drive from an old one. It didn't transfer the whole file since the computer battery was low and the computer died. i tried to delete the large file and do it again but now it is saying that there is no...
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I have deleted large files from my "Passport" and then opened the drive to be sure that all files were deleted. I had no problem with this procedure. When you, "tried to delete", your large file, did you have any problems?
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I guess it not means the size of the HD, but it has a limit size of transfer, if the file is 200gbs it cant be transfer, the max size of the files that can be transfer is 160 gb, no metter if the HD is 4 Tb. You can transfer all files u want but the files cant be bigger that 160 gb.so le read again: [it will transfer files] "Up to 480 Mbps data transfer rates,[but those files that can be transfer at that speed had a size limit:] 160GB capacity max" Thats is what I understand.
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instructions say no. however I would try something in desperation. change the 300gb drive to allocate less than 250gb, maybe that will work. I hope so because I will be trying the same thing at some point. otherwise use free cloning software (with a recovery disk). btw, this device is the only way I have found to clone a "dynamic" disk easily. Thank you HP for that nightmare.
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Call them. Always have 2 backups! I lost a lot of data with that hard drive, mine failed after a short time
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No. The file would be too large. The system over writes the old ones once full. This enables you to keep a record longer.
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It's recommended to transfer to a drive equal in size or larger. I don't think it will work out well going from more to less.
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There is a way to swap files, but why did the computer fail??? If it was due to a virus, you'll unfortunately be swapping that to the new computer. If not, your in luck, you can connect the hard drive as a slave to the new hard drive and download. Look on Cnet.com or instructibles.com to lead you the way. Good luck!! I know how much my files and docs. mean to me and I would hate for them to be corrupted - DVD storage is the way to go, unless you have access to a cloud. Hate to say this, but let this be a lesson learned, I lost allot of files I wish I still had from the late 90's and 2000's - Be smart and use external storage, Peace Brother or Sister
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I plugged my 128GB drive and also see only 119 GB. I am running FAT32 on Win 7 and got the same amount. Tried formatting in NTFS?
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Gary, I'm really not sure, but I don't think it does. I am using a 32 gig as well and I just checked my card today and it showed 99% full. But I could not really tell if it had try to overwrite the existing files. Not much help I'm afraid.
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The drive must be formatted with the FAT file system and then it works. This mean nothing over 32GB.
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will I loose all my data that is already on the 4GB, or is this an additional drive? I tried to use the Seagate 1TB external Computer drive, but it wouldn't work.
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I am not a tech guy. But, my experience with this drive is simple: it does not work. It looks like it saved the files but then the files are not there.
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Make sure you read the directions (just a man thing). I don't say this trying to be smart but I found what I thought should be was not like it was designed. Check the size of the drive you are copying to. It has been awhile for me for more detail. Mine worked fine. I made sure I was copying to the same size. I suppose if you go say from a 100 Ggb to a 250 you may not gain more room on the new drive. Likewise, if you are going to a smaller drive it won't work. You can't pour a gallon into a quart it just won't work. Your target drive must be freshly formatted with nothing on it.
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Recently I added a drive with data to mine. and I was able to restore the data, Back it up and format the drive for a new use. it worked well. I was using windows 7, I am not sure of the format I believe it was NTFS.
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It appears that the other hard drive has comparable specs. However it comes with a different firmware. Otherwise I think it is likely a matter of packaging and marketing.
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I've would suggest not installing a previously used drive (assuming you have an old 5400rpm drive lying around, hence your question). When I installed a used drive (not formatted) it crashed the system. It only seems to like new, formatted drives. Mine does happen to be a 7200rpm WD
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At this moment I am pulling data off an external USB drive that appeared to be totally dead. Clack, click, whiirrrrrrrr and never came online.I froze it. Not kidding:http://www.emergingtechs.com/posts/put-your-hard-drive-in-the-freezer-to-recover-data/Mine works for about 1/2hr until the drive warms up again, then back into the freezer. Given this scenario it makes sense to know what is critical, get it first, and get the non-essential stuff later. All my important stuff is already recovered and now I'm copying over 40GB of "nice to have" stuff.As soon as this process is over I'm going to improve my backup scenario! At this moment I am pulling data off an external USB drive that appeared to be totally dead. Clack, click, whiirrrrrrrr and never came online.I froze it. Not kidding:http://www.emergingtechs.com/posts/put-your-hard-drive-in-the-freezer-to-recover-data/Mine works for about 1/2hr until the drive warms up again, then back into the freezer. Given this scenario it makes sense to know what is critical, get it first, and get the non-essential stuff later. All my important stuff is already recovered and now I'm copying over 40GB of "nice to have"... » Read More At this moment I am pulling data off an external USB drive that appeared to be totally dead. Clack, click, whiirrrrrrrr and never came online.I froze it. Not kidding:http://www.emergingtechs.com/posts/put-your-hard-drive-in-the-freezer-to-recover-data/Mine works for about 1/2hr until the drive warms up again, then back into the freezer. Given this scenario it makes sense to know what is critical, get it first, and get the non-essential stuff later. All my important stuff is already recovered and now I'm copying over 40GB of "nice to have" stuff.As soon as this process is over I'm going to improve my backup scenario! « Show Less