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Tested systems
Seagate

Seagate FireCuda Forge

Tested system

Memory & storage

Storage options
8TB or 20TB HDD configurations; compatible user-supplied NVMe SSD required and sold separately

Connectivity & software

Operating system
Windows 11; macOS 26 or later
Features
Alkemi on-device dynamic caching; upgradeable HDD; M.2 2280 PCIe Gen3 or newer SSD, maximum 1TB, rated at least 2400/2000 MB/s read/write; DRAM cache recommended

Design & dimensions

Form factor
External USB4 storage system