Seagate STAA500206 FreeAgent GoFlex 500GB USB 3.0 Hard Drive

As the world's most upgradable portable hard drive–and the core of the GoFlex Storage System–the GoFlex ultra–portable drive gives you the flexibility you need to extend your digital life wherever you go.

Automatic backups that are always secure
With the GoFlex ultra–portable hard drive it's easy to manage your backup schedules, encrypt your files, and view your drive's statistics.

Ensures automatic continuous backup of your data
Secures your backed up files and protects your privacy with powerful encryption software
Includes the Seagate Dashboard management tool for easy management of backup schedules, file encryption, and at–a–glance drive statistics, including available capacity

Works interchangeably on both PC and Mac computers
Whether you have a PC or a Mac computer–or if you go back and forth between the two–you can access and save files on the same portable hard drive anytime without reformatting*.
*Reformatting to HFS+ required to use backup software for Mac or Time Machine software
       
System requirements
Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP (32–bit & 64–bit) operating system or Mac OS X operating system 10.4.9 or higher

USB 2.0 or 3.0 port
For the USB 3.0 interface: SuperSpeed USB 3.0 port (required for USB 3.0 transfer speeds or backwards compatible with USB 2.0 ports at USB 2.0 transfer speeds)

Compatibility may vary depending on user's hardware configuration and operating system

Flexibility is built in
Seagate has created the GoFlex Storage System –which includes the GoFlex ultra–portable drive–to make it easy for you to upgrade your interface for faster transfer speeds, and access your content on your network, your TV, and everywhere you go.
Offers upgrade cables and kits that make it easy to move up from USB 2.0 to USB 3.0, eSATA or FireWire 800 for up to 10x faster transfer speeds for your large files and HD movies
The USB 3.0 cable is backward compatible with USB 2.0 interfaces so you can access files from any PC
Extends your digital life so you can access and share your files from anywhere by pairing your drive with the GoFlex Net media sharing device
View your movies and photos on your TV your drive with the GoFlex TV HD media player. The 15mm thick drives dock directly into your GoFlex TV. 22mm thick drives can be attached via USB cable.
Learn more about how you can customize your GoFlex ultra–portable drive

Your standard GoFlex ultra-portable drive comes with a USB 2.0 or 3.0 cable to connect to your PC or Mac computer. You also have the option to purchase a "drive only" version that comes without the cable. Select the GoFlex ultra-portable drive—drive only version if:
You are already using a GoFlex ultra-portable drive and want to use the same cable to connect your new GoFlex ultra-portable; or
You want a faster interface than USB 2.0—like USB 3.0, eSATA, or FireWire 800—right from the start

What's in the box
GoFlex ultra–portable drive
Pre–loaded backup software with encryption
GoFlex USB 2.0 or 3.0 interface adapter*
18-inch USB 2.0 or 3.0 cable*
Quick Start Guide

* Not included in drive–only version
       
Specifications    
Model Number: STAA500206
Interface: USB 3.0
Capacity: 500GB

PHYSICAL    
Height: 111mm (4.39 in)
Width: 83mm (3.19 in)
Length: 14mm (.57 in)
Weight (typical): 150g (.33 lb)
Shipping Weight: .28kg (0.617 lb)

Features    
Encryption: 192-bit Triple DES
Automatic Backup Software: PC & Mac
Warranty: 2 years
14.5mm