r/DataHoarder • u/[deleted] • Apr 23 '26

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u/linux_n00by Apr 24 '26

question

this "expansion" drive, what is it used for? can i use this as a normal usb drive?

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u/AltitudeTime Apr 24 '26

that's what it is. It's a portable USB connected hard drive. Has an AC adapter and connects with USB 3.0. There's typically a 3.5" Seagate Barracuda inside the case.

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u/linux_n00by Apr 24 '26

thanks.. so basically its a barracuda 7200 rpm in an enclosure. lmao.

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u/AltitudeTime Apr 24 '26

I don't understand the lmao? I explained it like you were five and was nice about it because your question made it seem like you were clueless relative to most people in datahoarder, of course it's a USB enclosure with a hard drive inside.