![]() ![]() SeaTools for Windows is completely data safe. SeaTools for DOS is also available for SATA and PATA drives. Because the software boots to its own operating system, you can test your drive regardless of the OS installed on it. ![]() You can even test a new or completely blank drive.ĭownload SeaTools diagnostic software now at. DiscWizard automatically partitions and formats the new hard drive and adjusts the size of the partition for the new capacity.ĭownload DiscWizard drive cloning software now at ĭiscWizard is your choice if you are upgrading and want to migrate your operating system and data from the old drive to the new drive. Having the latest firmware can improve performance and or reliability of your product. Seagate recommends applying new firmware to enhance the performance and or reliability of your drive.Ĭheck for new firmware now at Document ID: 207931.ĭrivers are files normally provided by software and hardware vendors. Hard drives are connected to hard drive controllers which are devices usually located on a motherboard, but which can also take the form of an add-in controller card. Controller drivers are normally provided by the operating system (ie, Windows or MacOS) or from the motherboard or add-in card manufacturer. Most of the time, you will want to contact the manufacturer of your motherboard for more information regarding drivers. The hard drive is usually supported by drivers that are built into the operating system.īe advised, drivers are not the same thing as firmware. ![]() If you are checking for a firmware update on your SATA drive, see Document ID: 207931. Seagate and Maxtor-brand external hard drives do not require additional drivers to function in Windows Vista, Windows XP, Windows 2000, or Mac OS X.
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