Testseek.co.uk have collected 31 expert reviews of the Seagate FreeAgent GoFlex Desk USB2 STAC and the average rating is 85%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Seagate FreeAgent GoFlex Desk USB2 STAC.
August 2010
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The editors liked
Highest capacity singlevolume external storage device available
Flexible design that makes it easy to add more connections and features
Decent performance
The editors didn't like
USB 2.0 connection only as standard (other connection adapters cost extra)
Drive topples easily when used in the intended vertical position
Future proof, 3TB of storage in a single drive design, Fast transfer rates, PC/MAC compatible, 2 year warranty, Includes back-up software with encryption capabilities
Need to purchase separate connection adapters, Have to carry cables and adapters for different scenarios, Adapter kits can be costly ($39.99 and higher), No AES encryption, Limited back-up software included
The Seagate FreeAgent GoFlex Desk 3TB external hard drive performs close to the limit of USB 2.0. This drive can be used with systems today, and when you are ready to jump to USB 3.0 the speed will increase dramatically with no need to change drives o...
The Seagate FreeAgent GoFlex Desk offers the highest capacity to date among single-volume external storage devices on the market. The drive comes in a flexible design that makes adding more connections/features a snap. It also has decent performance
Out of the box, the Seagate FreeAgent GoFlex Desk has only a USB 2.0 connection, other connection adapters cost extra. The drive topples easily when used in the intended vertical position, and it runs rather hot
The Seagate FreeAgent GoFlex Desk is the largest single-volume external hard drive on the market and has arguably the best combination of design, performance, and storage capacity.
2TB capacity, Upgradable to USB 3.0 or FireWire 800, Fast transfer rates with optional USB 3.0 adapter, Good looking design, Illuminated capacity gauge, Includes backup software with encryption, Includes NTFS driver for Mac
Bundled Memeo AutoSync software is 30 day trial, Only a 2 year warranty
Abstract: Seagate’s desktop version of its GoFlex external drive lineup brings all of the unique features that we saw on the GoFlex ultra-portable drive — interchangeable interfaces and the ability to write to both Mac and PC. The GoFlex Desk even comes in a 3TB...
Abstract: Seagate announced the GoFlex eco-system about two months ago and I have to say I think it’s a fantastic idea and I hope it catches on. I recently got my hands on their 3TB GoFlex Desktop. The 3TB GoFlex Desktop is an external drive with 3TB of storag...
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Published: 2010-07-13, Author: Jason , review by: gizmodo.com
Abstract: Seagate's GoFlex Desk is the world's first single-drive 3TB external hard disk. It isn't egregiously expensive, even though you have to add in the extra costs of adapters for higher-speed transfers.This Seagate FreeAgent GoFlex Desk sounds like an exercis...
Abstract: It’s also flexible. The 3TB GoFlex Desk external drive comes with USB 2.0 connectivity. However, you can adapt the drive’s USB 2.0 interface to a USB 3.0 or FireWire 800 connection. There’s an upside and downside to this. No cur...
Price, Integration, Great Codec Support, Fast Interface, Everything Looks Great, Quick and Easy,
I hope USB 3.0 is included and not an extra in Future Products
So what are my thoughts on the GoFlex Line from Seagate? Well simply put I am impressed, Seagate has taken the time to make something else I never knew I needed until now. There isn't much you can really improve on when it comes to media in my opinion ...
I like the design of the GoFlex Desk line. The drives look cool and the docking system is functional. I like the capacity lights on the docks as well. I would've preferred it if Seagate had made the SATA data/power connectors on the drive more accessible...
