Seagate Backup Plus Slim, Portable & Ultra Slim: specifications & data recovery
Model numbers, technical details and data recovery for Seagate Backup Plus Slim, Portable & Ultra Slim external drives sold 2013–2020. Fixed quote and a list of recoverable files before you pay.
About the Backup Plus Slim, Portable & Ultra Slim
These drives usually have USB built onto the drive board. The 4TB and 5TB versions contain 15mm drives that are especially sensitive to drops.
Not sure which model you have? Check the label underneath the drive, or the product code on the original box.
Model numbers in this family
These are the most common model and part numbers in the Backup Plus Slim, Portable & Ultra Slim family. Other capacities and variants are covered too.
- STDR1000100
- STDR2000200
- STHN1000400
- STHN2000400
- STHP4000400
- STEF1000400
How we recover Backup Plus Slim, Portable & Ultra Slim data
We first check whether the drive uses a USB-native board or hardware encryption, then repair the board or bypass the bridge so the drive can be imaged safely.
See also External & Portable Drives data recovery and other Seagate external drives.
Common questions
Can you recover data from a failed Seagate Backup Plus Slim, Portable & Ultra Slim?
In most cases, yes. Portable drives are handled according to their internal design: standard SATA drives are imaged directly, USB-native and encrypted models are recovered through their original electronics.
Where do I find my external drive model number?
Check the label underneath the drive, or the product code on the original box.
Can I post my drive to you?
Yes, using our insured courier service from anywhere in the UK.
Get a price from a technician
Tell us the make, the model and what has gone wrong. A technician replies with a price and the quickest way to sort it – normally the same working day.
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