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    Hack an External Hard Drive

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by ctbear, Dec 28, 2007.

  1. ctbear

    ctbear Notebook Evangelist

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    Hey guys, I've recently received a 250gb Seagate Freeagent 3.5 inch external hard drive (only usb 2.0). I'm wondering if it is possible to open it up and swap in a bigger 500gb hard drive when I fill up the 250 gb (which I can probably achieve within a week...).

    I've been trying to find a DIY instructional on opening up the external case but with no luck. Thnx for the input.
     
    ctbear, Dec 28, 2007
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  2. rulebreaker

    rulebreaker Notebook Consultant

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    lol..once u open there will be a disk inside, so where u gonna get the 500gb disk from? another harddrive? than why not just use the 500gb harddrive?
     
    rulebreaker, Dec 28, 2007
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    Cam_86 Notebook Evangelist

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    Yeah, they all use standard parts. Odds are pretty good that the drive in your USB enclosure's an EIED... check to make sure before you buy the 2end drive though.

    Also, breaking the seal will probably void the warranty, so make sure you are fully satisfied with it before you open it up.
     
    Cam_86, Dec 28, 2007
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