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- Page 1 Seagate Backup Plus Hub User Manual Model: Click here to access an up-to-date online version of this document. You will also find the most recent content as well as expandable illustrations, easier navigation, and search capability.
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- Page 3 9 Frequently asked questions ...................
- Page 4 Introduc on Welcome to the user manual for Seagate Backup Plus Hub, a hard drive with ample capacity to store all your important files. Connect your Backup Plus Hub to a computer that supports USB 3.0 for fast transfers of all your data.
- Page 5 Seagate Backup Plus Hub 12/12/16...
- Page 6 Backup Plus Hub and a standard Type A connector for universal connectivity to all PCs and Macs. Connector Face Cable End Cable End Connector Face (Type A to Computer) (Type A to Computer) (Micro-B to Hard Drive) (Micro-B to Hard Drive) Seagate Backup Plus Hub 12/12/16...
- Page 7 The LED turns on when the device receives power. Power adapters can vary by region. Therefore, make certain to only use the power cable included with your Seagate Backup Plus Hub. Attaching third-party or other Seagate power cables with incorrect voltage can damage the Backup Plus Hub.
- Page 8 Step 3 – Registra on and so ware Register your Backup Plus Hub to receive the latest news regarding your device. You can register your device and install Seagate software in a few simple steps. Software included with your Backup Plus Hub: Dashboard–Backup software for your Windows computers, mobile devices and social media.
- Page 9 Formats for Mac and Windows Seagate Backup Plus Hub is available in two models, Windows and Mac. The Windows model is formatted as NTFS while the Mac model is formatted as Mac OS Extended (Journaled), also known as HFS+. While Mac OS X can read hard drives formatted as NTFS, write access is not available.
- Page 10 USB to the USB ports. Backup Plus Hub must receive power via its power cable to deliver power to compatible devices. Important info: Seagate is not responsible for devices that experience harm, damaage or ...
- Page 11 Eject via Finder window 1. Open a Finder window. 2. In Devices on the sidebar, locate Seagate Backup Plus Hub and click the eject symbol to the right of the drive name. 3. Once the drive disappears from the sidebar or, if the Finder window closes, you can disconnect the hard drive's cable from your Mac.
- Page 12 1. Select the desktop icon for your hard drive and drag it to the Trash. 2. When the image is no longer visible on your desktop, you can physically disconnect the hard drive from your Mac. Seagate Backup Plus Hub 12/12/16...
- Page 13 (Backup and Restore) (File History) Mac Time Machine Click the links below for further information regarding each backup solution: Seagate Dashboard Windows System Image Backup Windows 7 Backup and Restore Windows 8 and 10 File History Seagate Backup Plus Hub 12/12/16...
- Page 14 Automated solutions, once created, only require that you connect your Backup Plus Hub to your computer. Therefore, Seagate recommends an automated backup solution. Seagate Backup Plus Hub...
- Page 15 Op onal Forma ng and Par oning Seagate Backup Plus Hub is available in two models, Windows and Mac. The Windows model is formatted as NTFS while the Mac model is formatted as Mac OS extended (Journaled), also known as HFS+. While Mac OS X can read hard drives formatted as NTFS, write access is not available.
- Page 16 1. Make sure the storage device is connected to and mounted on the computer. 2. Go to Search and then type diskmgmt.msc. In the search results, double click Disk Management. 3. From the list of storage devices in the middle of the Disk Management window, locate your Seagate device.
- Page 17 Hard drive tests If you experience problems with your Seagate external storage, you can run diagnostic tests on its hard drive. Windows and Mac offer utilities to test and repair hard drives and Seagate provides utlities for Windows. Seagate diagnos c tool (Windows only)
- Page 18 1. From the Finder, click Go > Utilities > Disk Utility. 2. Hard drives are listed on the left of the Disk Utility window. Find your Seagate device and click it. Information about the drive is available, including the file system. Additionally, partitions are visible in the left column as a second indented row under the storage device.
- Page 19 Frequently asked ques ons For help setting up and using your Seagate hard drive, review the frequently asked questions below. For additional support resources, go to Seagate customer support. Q: What is the hard drive format for the Backup Plus Hub? A: Backup Plus Hub is available in two models, Windows and Mac.
- Page 20 Q: Can I use my Seagate hard drive with a longer cable? A: Yes, provided it is certified according to USB standards. However, Seagate recommends using the cable shipped with your hard drive for the best results. If you use a longer cable and experience problems with detection, transfer rates or disconnection, use the original cable included with your Seagate hard drive.
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