Question 1

Can I use this device to backup both my PC and an external drive connected to my PC via USB (e.g., My Passport)?

Accepted Answer

I don't see why not.

I'm currently doing this with my Mac. I have it set to do a Thursday backup to one folder and use it as an external drive in other folders. The thing I cannot do with this method is to have a bootable backup. With that said, I could partition the drive to make my computer view it as two harddrives. I could then make one of the two bootable.

So in answer to your question with the PC. Yes. Of course. Just make a subfolder on the drive and setup your automatic backup settings to store the backup in a folder inside the root of the drive. With that said, this is true with any harddrive, not just the model.

Question 2

What items are included in the package upon purchase?

Accepted Answer

The package includes the DriveStation DDR, a USB 3.0 Cable, an AC Adapter, a Quick Setup Guide, and a Warranty Statement.

Question 3

What is the physical orientation of this hard drive? Can it be placed both vertically and horizontally?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the hard drive can be positioned both vertically and horizontally.

Question 4

How fast can I transfer files with this hard drive?

Accepted Answer

The hard drive provides blazing fast transfer speeds up to 408 MB/s, which is up to 2.3x faster than USB 3.0 and 10x faster than USB 2.0.

Question 5

Does this hard drive work with both Mac and PC?

Accepted Answer

Yes, this hard drive works with both Mac and PC.

Question 6

Can I use this device for automatic backups?

Accepted Answer

Yes, this device can be used for automatic backups.

Question 7

What's the RPM for this harddrive?

Accepted Answer

On mine: zero. It failed within a year.

Question 8

Where can I find the link or app to run back up?

Accepted Answer

My unit crashed...have had problems from day 1, trying to recover data at this very moment..
cable connectivity issues also...

Question 9

Will this drive work with an Xbox One?

Accepted Answer

Not sure

Brand	BUFFALO
Series	DriveStation DDR
Model	HD-GD3.0U3

Color	Black
Interface	USB 3.0
Capacity	3TB
Cache	1GB DDR3 RAM CACHE

Dimensions	8" x 5" x 1.8"
Weight	2.2 lbs.

BUFFALO 3TB DriveStation DDR - High Speed External Hard Drive

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