Does the case open up to access the drive itself, or is it permantly sealed like other Seagate external drives?
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All the instructions on how to open the case are here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dDp9sC3TT0s
1318682
If it opens up it is not obvious. Probably would take some tools :) Hope that helps.
1318683
I haven't tried to open it, but I believe it to be permanently sealed. It is however a very sturdy external drive. My only complaint is that it can only be used as a backup drive, not as a regular external hard drive.
433954
Yes, the front of the case has hinges and snaps shut magnetically. When opened three 5.25" slots (cd,dvd,bd,etc.) and two 3.5" slots (floppy, etc.) are revealed, which have covers that can be popped out to insert a device. Inside the case there is plenty of room for cable management for any inserted devices. Also, there is space for three (four including the extra slot above the three 5.25" slots) internal drives (hdd,sdd,etc.) of standard size. All of these connect in a screw-less fashion.
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Dan...I'm afraid I don't know. I've only put the 1TB WD MyPassport in it. If the Seagate you're interested in has the same or smaller dimensions, then you'll be just fine. There isn't a lot of extra room in the case for a much larger drive.
2115239
This is an open case. Just add hdd's power supply usb hdd external connectors and you are off to the races. Mine works great.
944423
It is closed and sealed, ready to put into your laptop. The hard drives are often shown (senselessly) as if you could see their internal parts, you will not.
954117
It does, and it is faster to access, very fast actually. However I have to recommend a Synology drive over the Seagate. The completely messed up web interface, unreliability of the backup system, etc. makes it basically unusable if you want serious network tools and protections.
935565
Its an internal drive. It comes with brackets to screw it on inside the computer case.
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Yes, BUT any data you had on the drive will not be available as the volume will not show as a drive letter you will need to format the drive to use it.This is because you are not using Seagate's controller. Getting the case open requires watching the Youtube video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsEEQXpHcuQ
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I believe it is a sealed unit. Meaning you have to destroy the chassis to get the drive out.
1057870
From what i see, the enclosure has 4 small screws in the bottom and glued on feet on top of them. I haven't opened the case yet but I feel confident you can open and replace the drives. I wish you can buy the case and put the drive yourself. Ummm, let me check on that, come to think of it.
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This is a Seagate portable hard drive, with USB 3 Port. The unit is factory sealed. You would violate the warranty to open it for inspection, or otherwise. It is intended to be used only as it is manufactured and provided, via a USB cable to a notebook, or desktop PC. You need to investigate internal drives for dock support.G. Combs
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You should not need to open the drive to expose the interior. Just attach the USB cable to the drive and attach the other end of the cable to a USB 2.0 port on your PC. Your PC should recognize he drive and you are ready to go.
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First: do not open the drive until you check the warranty with WD. If the drive was made for HP or Dell good luck. Since my drive was still sealed I was able to send it back to the seller and they paid shipping. If I had to buy another drive I will go to Newegg.com.
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I have not had any issues with doing this. The system sees the drive the same as if it was not in a bay.
977621
The only obvious opening into the case is the battery compartment. I did not see any ports within aside from battery connector. It's always possible that it's hackable if you want to open up the entire unit. I don't feel like opening completely in case I break something.
636402
The hard drive is fully covered in a metal case, it is not open like the picture.
947342
Yes it has it open but be careful on who you buy it from, the case I got broke when I was putting it on! And the plastic at the bottom lasted only a day.