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Introduc on For common questions and answers about your hard drive, see Frequently Asked Questions or visit Seagate customer support. Box content Seagate BarraCuda Fast SSD USB-C (USB 3.1 Gen 2) cable USB-C (USB 3.1 Gen 1) to USB-A cable (compatible with USB 3.0/USB 2.0 ports) Important—Save your packaging. If you experience problems with your hard drive and want to exchange it, the hard drive must be returned in its original packaging.
Ge ng Started Connect the USB cable Confirm the type of USB port on your computer, then choose the appropriate cable to connect your device. Use the USB-C to USB-C cable if your computer has a USB-C port. If your computer does not have a USB-C port, use the USB-C to USB-A cable. Set up Seagate BarraCuda Fast SSD The setup process lets you: Register your Seagate BarraCuda Fast SSD BarraCuda Fast SSD Get the most from your drive with easy access to information and support.
Install Toolkit Set up Sync Plus plans and more. Your computer must be connected to the internet to register your device and install Toolkit. Start here Using a file manager such as Finder or File Explorer, open BarraCuda Fast SSD and launch Start Here Win or Start Here Mac.
Enter your information and click Register. Download Toolkit Click the Download button.
Using a file manager such as Finder or File Explorer, go to the folder where you receive downloads. Click on the SeagateToolkit.exe file to launch the application. Open the SeagateToolkit.zip file. Click on the Seagate Toolkit Installer to launch the application. Your computer must be connected to the internet to install and run Toolkit. Storage format Seagate BarraCuda Fast SSD is preformatted exFAT for compatibility with both Windows and Mac computers.
before disconnecting the interface cable. See Safely Remove Seagate BarraCuda Fast SSD From Your Computer for details.
Use Toolkit to Set Up Sync Plans Create a Sync Plus plan Sync Plus creates a synced folder on your Seagate BarraCuda Fast SSD that mirrors folders on your PC or Mac, so your files are available in both places. Deleted files can be automatically stored in an archive folder on BarraCuda Fast SSD in case you need them. Click here for details on setting up Sync Plus.
Op onal Forma ng and Par oning Seagate BarraCuda Fast SSD is preformatted exFAT for compatibility with both Mac and Windows computers. If you use the drive with only one type of computer, you can optimize file copy performance by formatting the drive in the native file system for your operating system. About file system formats NTFS—The native file system for Windows. macOS can read NTFS volumes but cannot natively write to them. Mac OS Extended (HFS+)—An Apple file system optimized for macOS 10.
…you connect the storage device to Mac computers, and you don’t need to allow a Windows computer to read or write to the drive. Do not use APFS if you intend to use Seagate BarraCuda Fast SSD with Time Machine, or if your computer is not running macOS 10.13 or later. Use exFAT if: …you need to allow both Mac and Windows computers to read and write to the storage device. Manual forma ng Use the steps below to manually format and partition a storage device.
3. From the list of storage devices in the middle of the Disk Management window, locate your Seagate device. 4. The partition must be available to format. If it is currently formatted, right click on the partition and then choose Delete. 5. To create a new partition, right click on the volume and select New Simple Volume. Follow the on-screen instructions when the New Simple Volume Wizard appears.
Safely Remove Seagate BarraCuda Fast SSD From Your Computer Always eject a storage device from your computer before physically disconnecting it. Your computer must perform filing and housekeeping operations on the drive before it is removed. Therefore, if you unplug the drive without using the operating system’s software, your files can become corrupt or damaged. Windows Use the Safely Remove tool to eject a storage device. 1.
the right of the storage device name. 3. Once the storage device disappears from the sidebar or, the Finder window closes, you can disconnect the interface cable from your Mac. Eject via Desktop 1. Select the desktop icon for your storage device and drag it to the Trash. 2. When the storage device icon is no longer visible on your desktop, you can physically disconnect it from your Mac.
Frequently Asked Ques ons For help setting up and using Seagate BarraCuda Fast SSD, review the frequently asked questions below. For additional support resources, go to Seagate customer support. All users Problem: My file transfers are too slow Q: Are both ends of the USB cable firmly attached? A: Review troubleshooting tips for cable connections below: Check both ends of the cable and make sure that they are fully seated in their respective ports.
Windows Problem: The device icon doesn’t appear in Computer Q: Is the storage device listed in Device Manager? A: All storage devices appear in at least one place in Device Manager. Type Device Manager in Search to launch it. Look in the Disk Drives section and, if necessary, click the Plus (+) icon to view the full list of devices. If you’re uncertain that your storage device is listed, safely unplug it and then reconnect it. The entry that changes is your Seagate device.
Q: Did you follow the correct installation steps for your operating system? A: Review the installation steps in Getting Started.
Regulatory Compliance Product Name Seagate BarraCuda Fast SSD Regulatory Model Number SRD0FV2 China RoHS 2 China RoHS 2 refers to the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology Order No. 32, effective July 1, 2016, titled Management Methods for the Restriction of the Use of Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Products.
Taiwan RoHS refers to the Taiwan Bureau of Standards, Metrology and Inspection’s (BSMI’s) requirements in standard CNS 15663, Guidance to reduction of the restricted chemical substances in electrical and electronic equipment. Beginning on January 1, 2018, Seagate products must comply with the “Marking of presence” requirements in Section 5 of CNS 15663. This product is Taiwan RoHS compliant. The following table meets the Section 5 “Marking of presence” requirements.
