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Seagate Backup Plus Slim 1TB External Hard Drive Portable HDD – Black USB 3.0 for PC Laptop and Mac, 2 Months Adobe CC Photography (STDR1000100)
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Seagate Backup Plus Slim 1TB External Hard Drive Portable HDD

Status: Seagate Backup Plus Slim 1TB External Hard Drive… (1TB hard drive): Unavailable on Amazon as of . Lowest-priced in-stock match (same 1TB hard drive): HWAYO 1TB External Hard Drive Portable 2.5''…, $62.99 on Amazon as of 2026-11-07 23:21 UTC (price may vary). eBay sellers may still list this model new or used.

What to buy instead: the HWAYO 1TB External Hard Drive Portable 2.5''… at $62.99 on Amazon as of (price may vary). It has the same 1TB hard drive as this listing and is the lowest of the 3 same-spec offers priced in the last 24 hours.

Bottom line: The Seagate Backup Plus Slim 1TB External Hard Drive Portable HDD: 1TB capacity in a slim metal enclosure sized for a laptop bag.

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Currently unavailable on Amazon. Not the same product — 3 in-stock alternatives with matching specs:

Same 1TB hard drive: HWAYO 1TB External Hard Drive Portable 2.5''… — $62.99 on Amazon as of 2026-11-07 23:21 UTC (price may vary).

Same 1TB hard drive: Ultra Slim Portable External Hard Drive USB 3.0… — $68.99 on Amazon as of 2026-11-07 23:22 UTC (price may vary).

Same 1TB hard drive: Maxone 1TB Ultra Slim Portable External Hard… — $80.99 on Amazon as of 2026-11-07 15:15 UTC (price may vary).

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ 1TB capacity in a slim metal enclosure sized for a laptop bag
  • ✓ Bus-powered over the included USB 3.0 cable, no AC adapter needed
  • ✓ One-click backup plus scheduled daily, weekly, or monthly runs
  • ✓ Two-year limited warranty and 2 months of Adobe CC Photography included

Cons

  • ✗ Price, stock, shipping and returns are set by the retailer and may have changed since this page was last updated

Manufacturer description

Store and access 1TB of photos and files on the go with Backup Plus Slim, a portable external hard drive This portable hard drive features a minimalist metal enclosure, and is a stylish USB drive Simply plug this portable hard drive into a Windows or Mac computer via the included USB 3.0 cable to back up files with a single click or schedule automatic daily, weekly, or monthly backups. Reformatting may be required for use with Time Machine.

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Seagate Backup Plus Slim 1TB External Hard Drive Portable HDD using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the external storage category. Seagate's external storage lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for external storage of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this work with a Mac out of the box?

It connects to both Windows and Mac computers via the included USB 3.0 cable, but reformatting may be required to use it with Time Machine.

Do I need a separate power adapter?

No. The drive draws power over the included USB 3.0 cable, so a single cable handles both data and power.

How much usable space do I actually get?

It is sold as a 1TB drive, and Seagate notes that available storage capacity may vary from the stated figure after formatting.

What warranty comes with it?

A two-year limited warranty is included. Check the product listing for current terms and coverage details.

Is the included Adobe Creative Cloud offer worth anything?

You get a complimentary two-month membership to the Adobe Creative Cloud Photography Plan, which covers Adobe's photo and video editing apps for that period.

Key Features

  • Store and access 1TB of photos and files on the go with Backup Plus Slim, a portable external hard drive
  • This portable hard drive features a minimalist metal enclosure, and is a stylish USB drive
  • Simply plug this portable hard drive into a Windows or Mac computer via the included USB 3.0 cable to back up files with a single click or schedule automatic daily, weekly, or monthly backups. Reformatting may be required for use with Time Machine.
  • Take advantage of a complimentary two-month membership to the Adobe Creative Cloud Photography Plan for access to awesome photo and video editing apps
  • Enjoy long-term peace of mind with the included two-year limited warranty
  • The available storage capacity may vary.

Full Specifications

Size1TB
BrandSeagate
ColorBlack
ModelSTDR1000100
Warranty2 year limited warranty
UnitCount1
ReleaseDate2019-08-14T00:00:01Z
ManufacturerSEAGATE
ItemPartNumberSTDR1000100
Full listing titleSeagate Backup Plus Slim 1TB External Hard Drive Portable HDD – Black USB 3.0 for PC Laptop and Mac, 2 Months Adobe CC Photography (STDR1000100)

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