Seagate Expansion 8TB USB-A External Desktop HDD
R 5,600.00
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R 5,600.00
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Seagate Expansion 8TB USB-A External Desktop HDD
R 5,600.00
Sale price
R 5,600.00
Regular price
Seagate Expansion 8TB 3.5" USB-A External Desktop Hard Drive
Product Overview
Take control of your digital storage limits with the high-capacity Seagate Expansion 8TB External Desktop HDD. Engineered to serve as a reliable, heavy-duty storage hub for your home office or commercial workstation, this stationary 3.5-inch drive offers an expansive 8,000 GB repository. It is the perfect solution for running full system image backups, securing professional photography archives, or consolidating massive multi-terabyte 4K video projects.
Featuring a clean, minimalist textured casing that looks sharp alongside modern workstation setups, the Expansion Desktop drive delivers true out-of-the-box simplicity. Utilizing SuperSpeed USB 3.2 Gen 1 (USB 3.0) connectivity, it facilitates efficient, uninterrupted file transfers and works natively with both Windows and macOS systems without any tedious initial configuration.
Key Features
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Massive 8TB Storage Canvas: Broaden your computer's storage ceiling with 8,000 GB of dedicated space - plenty of room to archive up to 200,000 high-resolution photos, 2,000 full-length HD movies, or years of critical business compliance records.
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Instant Drag-and-Drop Usability: Ready to deploy in seconds. Simply connect the included external power adapter and high-speed USB-A cable to begin migrating folders immediately.
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Seamless Cross-Platform Compatibility: Features built-in driver recognition across both Windows® and Mac® environments, completely removing the hassle of complex manual formatting or third-party software setups.
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SuperSpeed USB 3.2 Interfacing: Leverages a high-speed 5Gbps USB 3.2 Gen 1 (USB 3.0) interface to guarantee smooth, continuous file handshakes and rapid data transfers.
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Seagate Rescue Data Recovery Services: Includes complimentary access to Seagate's world-class Rescue Data Recovery Services, adding an extra layer of ironclad protection against accidental file deletion, corruption, or hardware damage.
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Smart Toolkit Backup Suite: Gain optional access to downloadable, user-friendly Toolkit software to establish automated, customizable scheduled backups or real-time folder mirrors.
Technical Specifications
| Attribute | Specification |
| Brand | Seagate |
| Product Line | Expansion Desktop Series |
| Model Number | STKP8000400 |
| Capacity | 8TB (8,000 GB) |
| Form Factor | 3.5-Inch Desktop |
| Drive Architecture | Mechanical External Hard Drive (HDD) |
| Rotational Velocity | 5,400 RPM |
| Host Interface Port | USB 3.2 Gen 1 / USB 3.0 Type-A (Backwards compatible with USB 2.0) |
| External Power Requirement | 12V / 1.5A via 18W External Wall Adapter (Included) |
| Data Protection Tier | Seagate Rescue Data Recovery Services Included |
| Backup Management Engine | Toolkit Smart Mirror & Backup Suite (Available via Download) |
| OS Compatibility | Windows® 10 or later; macOS® X 10.12 or later (Note: Time Machine syncing requires a brief standard reformat) |
| Enclosure Treatment | Textured Matte Black / Scratch-Resistant ABS |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 178.75mm x 41.90mm x 125.00mm (7.04" x 1.65" x 4.92") |
| Weight | ~1.176 kg (2.59 lbs) |
| Regulatory Clearances | RoHS Compliant, CE, FCC, RCM, UKCA |
| Manufacturer Warranty | 2-Year Limited Carry-in Warranty |
What’s in the Box?
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1 x Seagate Expansion 8TB 3.5" External Desktop Hard Drive
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1 x 18-inch (45.72cm) SuperSpeed USB 3.0 Type-A Connection Cable
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1 x 18W External Power Adapter with Regional Power Plugs
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1 x Quick Start Setup Guide
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1 x Seagate Rescue Data Recovery Services activation document