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Shared Storage 
Maxtor Fusion™
Share your digital world, easily and securely.

Available in:

  • 500 GB
Easy to use Drag and drop your files into the Fusion interface to quickly organize your music, videos and photos.
Personalized content Customize your content with a tailor-made experience created just for your audience. Build slide shows, deliver videos, make play lists.
Safe Sharing Send an email invitation to specified guests. You control access to what they share and for how long. Or create a password protected account for users.
Always on access Anytime access for your guests, or when you are working remotely.
Direct connection Clicking your email invitation sends your guests straight to your content.
Multimedia Support Mix all types of media, including videos, photos, music, and documents.
Secure Storage Store your content safely in a single, secure location. 500 GB capacity stores 384,000 photos or 36 hours of DV video or 8,300 hours of music.
Capacity (Model #) 500GB   (STM305004FSAA0G-RK /B01Q500)
Lan Standards IEEE 802.3, IEEE 8023u
Connectivity Gigabit Ethernet Two USB 2.0 ports
Ethernet Transmission Speed 1000Mbps/100Mbps/10Mbps
Operating Temp 35C
Dimensions 5.4 x 3.9 x 8.5 inches (136 x 65 x 217 mm)
Weight 4.95 lbs / 2.3 kg
AC Voltage 110/220
Input Frequency 50/60 Hz
Compatibility PC & Mac
Network Requirements
  • Broadband connection via DSL or Cable Modem
  • Router
PC Requirements
  • Pentium III 500 MHz System equivalent or higher
  • 50MB free hard disk space
  • 256 MB RAM (512 MB or more recommended)
  • Video/display: 1024x768 Screen Resolution
  • Windows 2000/XP Operating System
  • Internet Browser Requirements: Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 or newer, Mozilla Firefox 1.5 or newer
  • CD-ROM or DVD-ROM
Macintosh Requirements
  • Apple PowerPC G3 Processor equivalent or higher OR Intel Core Duo 1.66 MHz Processor equivalent or higher
  • 256 MB RAM (512 MB or more recommended)
  • Macintosh OS X 10.4 or higher
  • Video/Display: 1024 x 768 Screen Resolution
  • Internet Browser Requirements: Mozilla Firefox 1.5 or newer
    NOTE: Apple Safari 1.2 or higher is supported for Setup Wizard functionality but is not supported for user login sessions
  • CD-ROM or DVD-ROM
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Check back soon for Maxtor Fusion accessories.
Everything you need to get started enjoying the speed, capacity, and peace of mind of your new hard drive is included.
Power Adapter
Ethernet Cable
Maxtor Fusion Install CD
Printed Set-up Guide
User's Guide (On-line)
Limited Warranty