
This method can't really be recommended, but it is possible. The problem is that installing NTFS-3G is a major security risk by the project's own admission, as the mount tool runs with root permissions, leaving your system exposed to possible attack. You'll also need to install NTFS-3G, which allows you to manually mount and write to NTFS drives. Fuse for macOS, for instance, requires that you use the Terminal. While Paragon and Tuxera provide paid tools that integrate themselves with your Mac and do all of the necessary setup during the installation process, there are free tools that you can install, but they take some work. Tuxera NTFS is available from Tuxera for $31 after a 15-day free trial. Tuxera also includes support for NTFS extended attributes and works with virtualization software like Parallels and VMware Fusion. It also features failsafe technology designed to protect against unexpected power loss or an unexpected unplugging of your drive, both of which could cause data loss or even damage the drive. Tuxera NTFS uses smart caching technology to speed up transfers, maintaining a sustained speed as files are moved between your external drive and your Mac.


That may work if i tried it.Like Microsoft NTFS, Tuxera's app lets you edit, copy, and delete files on NTFS drive on your Mac. All 3 were unchecked, some i'm thinkingg. The other two options are: Compress Files & Folders and Disable Last Access Time. I haven't tried plugging into A windows *Since* i selected that option. OH and I forgot to add, when I plugged in my LaCie I went to System Preferences>NTFS for Mac OS X, I selected my hard drive and checked Access Permissions. I'm thinking of returning the LaCie and maybe giving Seagate a try? I'v seen around in the forums its a trusted brand for hard drives. I plugged the hard drive in there today and still.

Lol just trying to show the precautions I made. plugged into XP today (an IT school might I add, which means obviously, the drivers are uptodate - we use XP home - Dell). SO THEN, I downloaded "Paragon" formated the hard drive to "Windows NT File System" (NTFS if im correct? lol). There is no icon in Explorer for me to access the harddrive.Īlso, I formated the hard drive and changed it to "FAT32" and when I plugged it into XP & Vista, same thing, the hard drive is seen but still no icon in explorer. Its recognized by Windows, the remove device icon comes up on taskbar. It shows as Device is working properly, drivers are up-to-date.
