This ultra–upgradable, ultra–portable hard drive makes it ultra–easy for you to store, backup, encrypt and access your files anytime, anywhere. • Features USB 2.0 or 3.0 plug–and–play connectivity • Includes pre–loaded easy–to–use backup software • Lets you upgrade to USB 3.0, FireWire® 800 or eSATA • Allows you to access your content on your TV, network and on–the–go when combined with other GoFlex devices As the world's most upgradable portable hard drive–and the core of the GoFlex Storage System–the GoFlex ultra–portable drive gives you the flexibility you need to extend your digital life wherever you go. With the GoFlex ultra–portable hard drive it's easy to manage your backup schedules, encrypt your files, and view your drive's statistics. • Ensures automatic continuous backup of your data • Secures your backed up files and protects your privacy with powerful encryption software • Includes the Seagate® Dashboard management tool for easy management of backup schedules, file encryption, and at–a–glance drive statistics, including available capacity Works interchangeably on both PC and Mac® computers Whether you have a PC or a Mac® computer–or if you go back and forth between the two–you can access and save files on the same portable hard drive anytime without reformatting*. *Reformatting to HFS+ required to use backup software for Mac or Time Machine® software Flexibility is built in Seagate has created the GoFlex Storage System –which includes the GoFlex ultra–portable drive–to make it easy for you to upgrade your interface for faster transfer speeds, and access your content on your network, your TV, and everywhere you go. • Offers upgrade cables and kits that make it easy to move up from USB 2.0 to USB 3.0, eSATA or FireWire® 800 for up to 10x faster transfer speeds for your large files and HD movies • The USB 3.0 cable is backward compatible with USB 2.0 interfaces so you can access files from any PC • Extends your digital life so you can access and share your files from anywhere by pairing your drive with the GoFlex Net media sharing device • View your movies and photos on your TV your drive with the GoFlex TV HD media player. The 15mm thick drives dock directly into your GoFlex TV. 22mm thick drives can be attached via USB cable. • Learn more about how you can customize your GoFlex ultra–portable drive Your standard GoFlex ultra-portable drive comes with a USB 2.0 or 3.0 cable to connect to your PC or Mac® computer. You also have the option to purchase a "drive only" version that comes without the cable. Select the GoFlex ultra-portable drive—drive only version if: You are already using a GoFlex ultra-portable drive and want to use the same cable to connect your new GoFlex ultra-portable; or You want a faster interface than USB 2.0—like USB 3.0, eSATA, or FireWire® 800—right from the start