Seagate Backup Plus Portable 5TB review

[@256Bits]

I’ve got that!

[@bombjelly5795]

I want this to save my Music files like music production project files . Will this work on macs?

[@tech.reviews]

It sure does! Just format it as "Mac OS Extended" or "APFS" before you use it so it's ready fro Macs

[@bombjelly5795]

@@tech.reviews thanks how can I do that? If you can’t respond, I’ll do some research but thanks for that info

[@tech.reviews]

@@bombjelly5795 go to disk utility, find the HDD and click "erase" it will then ask you which format to re-format the drive in, and done, it's really quick and easy. DO NOT erase Macintosh HD or your computer disk haha!

[@gerilmariedigal276]

Could you please do a set up video ?

[@tigerpanthers4083]

Which is best external drive wd my passport 5tb vs Seagate 5tb

[@tech.reviews]

They are fairly similar having tested both. I would recommend either of these two over the basic models as these ones tend to last longer and have less chance of failing. The Seagate slightly quicker but that's about it

[@george746]

I see one in store near by and it comes with a carrying case and online on Amazon doesn't come with a case even though it's the same. What is the purpose of having or getting a case for a external HHD?

[@tech.reviews]

None haha. If it falls, the damage will still be done with or without a case. Case is just for scratches/dust etc. I guess, but not absolutely necessary

[@irfanahmed6766]

Can this drive be password protected? Just like one touch?

[@tech.reviews]

You can use third party software to put a password on it. There is "Seagate Secure" but I don't believe it's used for this model. Hope this helps!

[@Sunstepa]

What's difference between Seagate 5tb drive basic, backup plus and one touch?

[@tech.reviews]

There is no "basic", unless you mean the Expansion which is the entry level. The Backup Plus and One Touch are almost identical, just different designs. They are all 5400rpm with 140MB/s read/write. More so just a preference of design. The Expansion is a bit slower at around 120MB/s write and 130MB/s read.

[@Sunstepa]

@@tech.reviews www.seagate.com/gb/en/products/external-hard-drives/basic-external-hard-drive/

[@jinalshroff4186]

Hello please reply.. from one touch 5tb & backup plus portable 5tb which you buy ? I have to make copy of my data of my last 15+ years design work. Password encryption is not a factor because hdd is with me only. Only data safety is the major thing. Price is almost same.

[@jinalshroff4186]

@@Sunstepa Hello please reply.. from one touch 5tb & backup plus portable 5tb which you buy ? I have to make copy of my data of my last 15+ years design work. Password encryption is not a factor because hdd is with me only. Only data safety is the major thing. Price is almost same.

[@yousefyousef495]

thanks for the review, I have a question, what is that software in the hdd, is it ok to delete it ?

[@tech.reviews]

Of course! It’s just generic seagate software, not needed

[@yousefyousef495]

@@tech.reviews thanks 💛💛

[@jinalshroff4186]

Sir from one touch 5tb & backup plus portable 5tb which is better! I have to make copy of my data of my last 15+ years design work. Password encryption is not a factor because hdd is with me only. Only data safety is the major thing.

[@tech.reviews]

They both do the same job and work just as fine as each other

[@qqx01]

how is the Seagate Backup Plus so far?

[@tech.reviews]

Brilliant! I use it often and found it to be quick, responsive and so far reliable. Just don't keep it plugged in 24/7, I found this shortens any HDD's life.

[@chhayahaesner495]

how to install it? I have tried to install it several times but it did not work

[@tech.reviews]

Just plug it in with the USB cable. It doesn't need to be installed. Format for Mac or PC (or both) depending on your needs.

[@deserthawk3099]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@petevidales1519]

Can you use this as a storage or just as a back up? I don’t need a back up hard drive.

[@tech.reviews]

Absolutely! Use it however you like it's just like a USB!

[@bunnyyy4989]

Hi. This is my first time to know this bcs of my full memory laptop😅. May i know if this have a same function with pendrive?

[@tech.reviews]

Yes exactly! Works exactly like a USB, just format it according to if you have a Mac or PC! :)

[@nefimera4683]

Would this work for a PS4 pro

[@tech.reviews]

Potentially if formatted correctly!

[@sanjay3291]

Does it weigh much?

[@tech.reviews]

247 grams we believe

[@mohamedshahrizal3136]

can connect to TV? ty

[@tech.reviews]

Yes of course, depending on the formatting as well. If none of your videos exceed 4GB in file size, you should be using FAT32 as this is the most compatible filesystem and works on all Smart TVs. However, if any of your video files are over 4 GB, you will need to use either exFAT or NTFS. Determining which of those two options will depend on the device it will be viewed on. Both Windows and Mac can read from NTFS and exFAT. However, Smart TVs will often support one or the other. Sony TV's typically support FAT32 and exFAT, while Samsung and other brands typically support FAT32 and NTFS. Some TV's may even support all three file systems.

[@saitamagenos6921]

@@tech.reviews hi. I just bought seagate 2tb back up plus. Im wondering why my smart tv cant read the back up until I read this comment. I tried to changed the file system from exfat to NFTS and now the same can be read on smart tv. Can I ask which file system is better with respect to overall performance of external drive? Enlighten me. Thanks.

[@tech.reviews]

Hi there. So NTFS is the more modern file system that Windows uses by default. It works with all windows systems, but it's read-only on Mac/some Linux systems. There are no file size or partition limits. ExFat is the lightweight version, most usb's have this by default because it can read and write on all windows and modern Mac systems. No file limits either. So they are generally the same, just ExFat is more compatible with more systems than NTFS.

[@pawankSagarabstractartist]

How to claim both the software’s .reply!

[@funnyway683]

Can use this for my gaming pc ?

[@LeejieLextar]

Yes. But this is more for consumers who need to store large amount of data. For gaming, the best hard drive to store games on is on SSD. But it is much more expensive. But the games runs much more smoothly. Loads faster. But if you want better graphics and smoother frame rate, then upgrading to a better GPU is the way to go.

[@GugureSux]

You can use it on any PC, but I wouldn't be installing games on external discs. Not only does the USB connection cause bottlenecks, but these external devices tend to be mere 5400rpm drives, meaning extra slow loading times. For daily gaming use, I'd recommend grabbing a large, internal HDD with 7200rpm speed. They're cheap and plentiful, and you can find up to some 12+ Terabytes these days.

[@funnyway683]

@@GugureSux I think so ye I'll grave a 7200 rpm hdd , thanks for advice :)

[@tech.reviews]

Yep spot on thanks all! SSDs are best in every way shape and form except for storage size - if you need large amounts of storage with files just sitting there, go for the HDD. Otherwise, if you can afford an SSD, much recommended!

[@tech.reviews]

They are also generally way more reliable as there are no spinning discs/moving parts. But like Teemuslayer mentioned, if you are going to go for an HDD, go for an 7200rpm. You could get an SSD for boot/main applications, and a 7200rpm for much larger applications - this is an affordable solution!

[@warrobots1warrobots135]

Hi, please question I have the 5tb .. but when i plug it shows that the memory is 4.54 TB .. it's 460gb less .. why ? It's too much it's near half TB Is it actually 4.54 TB or there is a way to bring the 460gb or at least 200-400gb

[@yoyojesus]

I do believe that the 460gb is taken for drive format info, as with all drives you lose some space versus what is advertised.

[@warrobots1warrobots135]

@@yoyojesus Is there a way to free the 450gb or at least 200gb or 300gb

[@tech.reviews]

Try reformat the drive completely, or reformat as ExFAT, see what happens?

[@TheFourthWinchester]

Its just the same. 5Tb = 4.54 TB. They mention in bits while your PC shows you in bytes.

[@warrobots1warrobots135]

@@TheFourthWinchester The subject about the 450gb~ missing from the 5TB

[@jonathanmatthew5631]

Where is the read and write speed ? This should really be included in the review.... This is just an unboxing

[@tech.reviews]

Oops we may have missed it in the vid, but checkout the full review on www.talkingtechnology.com.au

[@vineshjohn1630]

Great review & waiting to get my 4TB drive. Keep up good work :D

[@lisarkippen2182]

You could have showed how it actually works.

[@theRolling2010]

Can I use it to back my pictures videos etc directly from my cell phone wich is sumsung.

[@tech.reviews]

Need to plug it into a PC, unless your Samsung can plug into your phone with an adapter then you can manually transfer files