Hard Drive | 4 TB Desktop |
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(OLD MODEL) Seagate Expansion 4TB Desktop External Hard Drive USB 3.0 (STBV4000100)
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Digital Storage Capacity | 4 TB |
Hard Disk Interface | USB 1.1 |
Connectivity Technology | USB |
Brand | Seagate |
Special Feature | Portable |
Hard Disk Form Factor | 3.5 Inches |
Hard Disk Description | Desktop |
Compatible Devices | Desktop |
Installation Type | External Hard Drive |
Hard Disk Size | 4 TB |
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- Easy and simple to use - plug it in and go
- Fast file transfers with USB 3.0
- Compatible with USB 3.0 and USB 2.0
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Storage Capacity | 4.7 | 4.6 | 4.5 | — | 4.7 | 4.6 |
Portability | 4.1 | 4.6 | 4.7 | — | 4.1 | 4.6 |
Tech Support | 4.0 | 4.2 | 4.2 | — | 4.0 | 4.1 |
Easy to install | 4.6 | 4.7 | — | — | 4.6 | 4.7 |
Durability | 3.3 | 4.4 | — | — | 3.3 | 4.3 |
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storage capacity | 4 TB | 4 TB | 4000 GB | 4 TB | 5 TB | 4 TB |
hardware interface | usb3.0 | usb | usb3.0 | usb3.0 | usb3.0 | usb3.0, usb2.0 |
compatible devices | Desktop | Desktop, Laptop | Desktop | Desktop | Desktop | Laptop,Desktop |
form factor | Desktop | Portable | Portable | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch | 3.5-inch |
write speed | 1 | — | — | — | 1 | 1 |
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Technical Details
Brand | Seagate |
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Series | Seagate Expansion |
Item model number | STBV4000100 |
Hardware Platform | PC |
Item Weight | 2.06 pounds |
Product Dimensions | 7.07 x 4.65 x 1.48 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 7.07 x 4.65 x 1.48 inches |
Flash Memory Size | 3 TB |
Hard Drive Interface | USB 1.1 |
Manufacturer | Seagate |
Language | English |
ASIN | B00BFFQN3M |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | March 1, 2013 |
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4.5 out of 5 stars |
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Best Sellers Rank | #1,473 in External Hard Drives |
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Customers like the performance, quality, value, ease of use, and size of the computer drive. For example, they mention it works very well, it's reliable, and holds up impeccably. Some appreciate the size, saying it takes up very little space.
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Customers like the performance of the computer drive. They mention that it works very well, is flawless, and operates most efficiently at USB 3.0 speed. They are also pleased with the continuous data rates achieved, and the write speed is fast. They like that it uses the faster USB 3.0-interface and has a simple 12 volt power.
"...Transfer speeds are about average- My PC only supports USB 2.0, so I cannot comment on USB 3.0 speeds...." Read more
"...The bottom line, if you are looking for a fast and cost effective expansion drive, this Seagate fits the bill...." Read more
"...had the drive for two months now running almost constantly, with no issues at all. I will be sure to update this review if any changes occur...." Read more
"...The computer accesses the information with no problems. Speed is down because of the USB connection but the only time speed would be a concern is..." Read more
Customers like the quality of the hard drive. They mention it's reliable, has high quality, and lasts a long time. Some say that the NTFS file system is stable and efficient. Overall, customers are satisfied with the performance and durability of the drive.
"...It is silent, fast and has not failed with my continuous testing and frequent accesses...." Read more
"...In all, this is an excellent drive, especially for the money, that if you are aware of its few shortcomings and can accept them, it will be well..." Read more
"...It's everything it claims to be. It stores large amounts of data, it can retrieve that data very quickly..." Read more
"...these drives for a month I give it a 1 STAR and not recommended for any use including backups...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the computer drive. They mention it's the most cost effective means of storage, and the lowest cost 4TB drive on the market.
"...The Seagate was hands down faster. The Seagate is also significantly less expensive. But there are other considerations...." Read more
"...aware of its few shortcomings and can accept them, it will be well worth the price...." Read more
"...you are looking for the bang for buck storage, Expansion is an economical solution but you need to do a little homework to set it up and insure a..." Read more
"...think that there is NOTHING to be afraid of from this low-end, high-value beauty...." Read more
Customers find the computer drive very easy to use. They say it auto-configures so it's very painless to set up. They also say it has lots of space and is easy to recommend. The install went fine, and the operation has been quick and precise with no issues. The drive seems solid and is immediately usable without having a hiccup of any type. The registration process went flawlessly, and getting a hub connected is a breeze.
"This was a snap to set-up... I just plugged it in my USB 3 port and and was able to start using the drive straight away...." Read more
"...Construction of the drive seems solid and operation has been quick and precise with no issues and minimal heat-up...." Read more
"...The registration process went flawlessly; less than thirty seconds after pressing the big green "REGISTER" Button my Gmail Notifier let on that..." Read more
"...It did connect and was immediately usable without having a hiccup of any type...." Read more
Customers like the size of the hard drive. They say it takes up very little space on their desk, it's the perfect size, and it works great. Some customers also mention that it'll fit in a small form factor.
"...Also, I notice how small the drive is...." Read more
"...because it was pretty much exactly what I was looking for: a small size profile, very large capacity(4TB), and USB 3.0 connection...." Read more
"...faster than my old portable Seagate 1TB USB 3.0 drive, and spacious. I'm glad I bought it...." Read more
"...The cables are of good quality and fit snugly into the external hard drive...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the noise of the hard drive. Some mention that it is extremely quiet, while others say that it makes clicky, chirping, and scratching noises.
"...It has served the purpose well. It is silent, fast and has not failed with my continuous testing and frequent accesses...." Read more
"...It is also a slight bit louder than the internal operation of the game system that it is attached to, again, mostly when being accessed, though I..." Read more
"...Also, the drive is incredibly quiet! I had to check the first few times using it to make sure it was actually powered!..." Read more
"...Of note, both drives are nearly silent - you would need to put your ear to them to hear anything. Also, both drives have activity LEDs...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the connectivity of the hard drive. Some mention that the USB 3.0 connection works well, while others say that the connection got loose and the hard disk started randomly disconnecting.
"...such as the Western Digital model, but I was put-off by its lack of USB support..." Read more
"...looking for: a small size profile, very large capacity(4TB), and USB 3.0 connection. It was also an excellent value for the $ per GB...." Read more
"...it unlike any other drive I have ever owned, and the cable is too short for any computer I need to connect it to, except a friend's laptop...." Read more
"...The USB 3.0 interface worked very well transferring from ~60MB/s to ~80MB/s depending on the source drive...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the temperature of the computer drive. Some mention that it doesn't run too hot, while others say that it can get slightly warm. Some say that the drive runs hotter than other external drives and that the plastic black case does not feel hot.
"...The drive doesn't seem to run particularly hot (so far), not even that warm. It's also very quiet...." Read more
"...With the postions of the vent holes, the heat won't get out easily so you will indeed see heating...." Read more
"...quickly (espectially if your computer has a USB 3.0 port), and doesn't get so hot that you wonder if it's going to melt...." Read more
"...The drive does feel a little warm, but no more so than any other electronic device- it doesn't alarm me. Also, the drive is incredibly quiet!..." Read more
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The USB plugs into my XP based computer with the 1.0 USB. The computer accesses the information with no problems. Speed is down because of the USB connection but the only time speed would be a concern is when copying or backing up so it is of no concern at all.
I would like to mention about all these complaints about heat problems. I don't have any heat problem at all. I was concerned when I noticed all the reviews about heating up, getting hot, etc etc. I suppose this could be a problem, the venting of the ext box is not the best.
How I beat the heat was simple. I noticed that the rear of the unit had vent holes in the panel. The bottom of the case also has vent holes.
The case is made to lay flat down on the desk. With the postions of the vent holes, the heat won't get out easily so you will indeed see heating. Though SeaGate will state that the temperatures remain within safe limits.
The simple rule is HEAT RISES. Placing the unit on its front panel will align the bottom panel vent holes to the side and the rear panel vent holes to the top. The heat rises and the drive is running very coolish, feels slightly warm to the touch. Get a couple of those book end holders and sandwich the drive (being careful not to block any of the vent holes) so it cannot fall down. If you are going to use a couple of these drives, put some kind of spacer between the drives so it can get air to move the heat out. Note that the plug-ins will be at the top of the drives.
Access times for the media player are more than adequate. I would also recommend this drive for your back ups. But then you should keep two copies of all crucial back up information anyway. All Hard drives are mechanical and all mechanical things will wear out, or fail, in time.
My experience with this drive, so far, has been nothing short of very good.
Good luck with your shopping
After reading many online reviews (Amazon reviews are a great way to assess a product for purchase!), I opted for this new Seagate drive as it is the latest model and seems to perform well. I was considering purchasing a network drive, such as the Western Digital model, but I was put-off by its lack of USB support (I worry- what happens if my network is down or the networkable part of the drive stops working! -No way to retrieve my data), and the Seagate model was getting unfavorable reviews also. I was also concerned whether my home network would be able to handle the streaming of high definition video files.. It seems that maybe the technology just isn't ready for home NAS yet, at least for my purposes?
Upon receiving my drive, I noticed how light on packaging it is- more environmentally friendly. Also, I notice how small the drive is. I have a 500GB Western Digital desktop drive I bought a few years ago, and this new Seagate drive is around half the size! Its really amazing how much storage they can pack into such a small device.
So I've already moved many of my media files onto the drive and have not run into any problems. Transfer speeds are about average- My PC only supports USB 2.0, so I cannot comment on USB 3.0 speeds. The drive does feel a little warm, but no more so than any other electronic device- it doesn't alarm me. Also, the drive is incredibly quiet! I had to check the first few times using it to make sure it was actually powered!
I will update my review in the coming weeks, as I've only had the drive home for one day, so time will tell if this was a good investment. Also, I'll probably at some point purchase a new network router that can accept USB storage.
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En últimos días se ha lanzado al mercado uno con mayor capacidad 8tb, por si no te son suficientes 5tb.