Seagate 12TB external desktop hard drive with USB 3.0 connectivity

Seagate 12TB External Desktop HDD STLC12000400 | USB 3.0, Desktop

Name: Seagate 12TB External Desktop HDD STLC12000400 | USB 3.0, Desktop
Brand: Seagate
SKU: STLC12000400
Price: 395.58 USD
Availability: BackOrder

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MPN: STLC12000400

UPC: 763649169469

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Key Features

12 TB external hard drive capacity
USB 3.0 interface
Desktop external drive form factor
Seagate brand hardware
Model STLC12000400
Single-drive local storage expansion

Keep large datasets close and accessible with 12 TB of external desktop storage from Seagate. This drive is built for teams and power users who need room for full-system backups, video libraries, VM images, and long-term project archives without adding network complexity. USB 3.0 connectivity provides a simple plug-in path for Windows or macOS workflows, making it easy to add capacity to a workstation, editing rig, or backup station. The desktop form factor is a practical fit for fixed installations where capacity matters more than portability. Compared with smaller portable drives, this model is designed to stay in place and serve as a dependable local repository for high-volume data. That makes it a strong choice for environments that value predictable access, straightforward deployment, and lower cost per terabyte. For organizations standardizing on local backup targets or content libraries, this 12 TB model offers the scale needed to reduce drive juggling and keep critical files organized. It is a clean answer for users who want external storage that feels purpose-built for sustained desktop use.

Ideal For

Store full-system backups for a primary workstation
Archive video, photo, and design project libraries
Add local capacity to an editing or engineering desktop
Maintain offline copies of business files and datasets

Why This Product

1Higher capacity than portable external drives
2Desktop form factor suits fixed installations
3USB 3.0 keeps setup simple
412 TB reduces the need for multiple smaller drives

General

Mpn	STLC12000400
Brand Name	Seagate
Drive Type	External Desktop HDD

Storage

Drive Interface

USB 3.0

Capacity

Storage Capacity Tb

12 TB

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of drive is this?▾

It is an external desktop hard disk drive designed for fixed-use storage expansion.

What interface does it use?▾

It connects over USB 3.0 for straightforward attachment to a compatible computer.

What is the storage capacity?▾

This model provides 12 TB of storage capacity.

Is this better for portable use or desktop use?▾

It is intended for desktop use where high capacity and a stationary setup matter more than portability.