The Seagate Expansion 8TB Desktop External Hard Drive is designed for users who need serious storage capacity for growing media libraries, backups or archival data. Its 3.5-inch form factor houses a high-capacity drive that connects via USB 3.0, offering fast, reliable data transfer while remaining compatible with USB 2.0 ports on older systems. Because it's a desktop-class drive, it uses an external power adapter rather than drawing power from the USB port, ensuring stable performance during long transfer sessions or continuous use. One of the standout benefits of this drive is the inclusion of 3 years of Seagate Rescue Data Recovery Services, giving you an added safety net in case of accidental data loss or drive failure. Whether you're backing up a home media server, storing years of business documents, or expanding storage for a desktop PC, the Seagate Expansion 8TB offers straightforward, plug-and-play capacity backed by a 3-year limited warranty.
| Brand |
Seagate |
|---|---|
| Model name |
Expansion Desktop |
| Part Code |
STKP8000400 |
| Capacity |
8TB |
| Connector |
USB Micro-B to USB-A Cable + External Power Adapter |
| Interface |
USB 3.0, backward compatible with USB 2.0 |
| HDD Type |
External Desktop Hard Disk |
| Hard Disk Form Factor |
3.5 Inch |
| Hard Disk Rotational Speed |
5400 RPM |
| Drive Format |
NTFS (re-formattable) |
| Data Transfer Rate |
Up to 5Gb/s |
| Color |
Black |
| Compatibility |
Windows 10 and later; reformatting required for Mac OS |
| Operating Temperature |
5°C to 35°C |
| Box Contents |
Seagate Expansion Desktop Drive, USB Cable, External Power Adapter, Quick Start Guide |
| Warranty |
3 Years Limited Warranty + 3 Years Data Recovery Services |
| Country of origin |
China |
| Manufacturer's Details |
Seagate Technology LLC |
| Importer's Details |
Seagate Technology India Pvt. Ltd. |