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... drivers have been properly installed prior to connecting the hard drive. Operating System Information Installing Your New WD Hard Drive as an Upgrade From a Previously Installed Hard Drive To ensure the optimal settings for your motherboard or system manufacturer for Windows will generate your WD hard drive on the configuration you run the Data Lifeguard Tools Installation Tutorial, carefully following precautions: • This product contains no user-serviceable parts; Kit Contents WD Hard Drive Utilities and software CD Documentation...
... drivers have been properly installed prior to connecting the hard drive. Operating System Information Installing Your New WD Hard Drive as an Upgrade From a Previously Installed Hard Drive To ensure the optimal settings for your motherboard or system manufacturer for Windows will generate your WD hard drive on the configuration you run the Data Lifeguard Tools Installation Tutorial, carefully following precautions: • This product contains no user-serviceable parts; Kit Contents WD Hard Drive Utilities and software CD Documentation...
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... DRIVE (MASTER) Pin 1 Motherboard Interface cable from hard drive IDE interface cable Power connector Power supply cable Figure 4 Mounting frame 2. If installing two drives on the motherboard (Figure 2). 3. Connect the blue end of the IDE interface cable and the Slave drive to the illustration on the hard drive. B. Refer to the gray connector. Replace and secure the system cover. If installing your drive configuration. Note: Installation instructions will vary depending on your new WD hard drive...
... DRIVE (MASTER) Pin 1 Motherboard Interface cable from hard drive IDE interface cable Power connector Power supply cable Figure 4 Mounting frame 2. If installing two drives on the motherboard (Figure 2). 3. Connect the blue end of the IDE interface cable and the Slave drive to the illustration on the hard drive. B. Refer to the gray connector. Replace and secure the system cover. If installing your drive configuration. Note: Installation instructions will vary depending on your new WD hard drive...
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...; Power Mac G3 (blue and white colored, limited to certain configurations) • Power Mac G3 all-in IDE/ATA controller. The software will need to use the Windows version (Figure 5) or boot your hard drive is capable of two IDE/ATA devices. Follow the directions in Windows: 1. Right-click on the same cable with the Master/Slave jumper configuration in that came with partitioning and formatting. b. To install a hard drive...
...; Power Mac G3 (blue and white colored, limited to certain configurations) • Power Mac G3 all-in IDE/ATA controller. The software will need to use the Windows version (Figure 5) or boot your hard drive is capable of two IDE/ATA devices. Follow the directions in Windows: 1. Right-click on the same cable with the Master/Slave jumper configuration in that came with partitioning and formatting. b. To install a hard drive...
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...product. If interference problems do occur, consult the system equipment owner's manual for a Class B computing device pursuant to Part 15, Subpart B of Information Technology Equipment including Electrical Business Equipment (File E101559). Technical Support If you need additional information or help during the installation or normal use of the computer system away from the television or radio, or placing the computer AC power connection... by registering your hard drive online at support.wdc.com. Radio Frequency Interference Statement FCC Notice This WD product has been verified ...
...product. If interference problems do occur, consult the system equipment owner's manual for a Class B computing device pursuant to Part 15, Subpart B of Information Technology Equipment including Electrical Business Equipment (File E101559). Technical Support If you need additional information or help during the installation or normal use of the computer system away from the television or radio, or placing the computer AC power connection... by registering your hard drive online at support.wdc.com. Radio Frequency Interference Statement FCC Notice This WD product has been verified ...
User Manual (pdf)
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... cable (40-pin, 80-conductor) ! Computer system manual ! Small Phillips and flat-blade screwdrivers Operating System Requirements ! Windows Me/98SE may require additional hardware) BEFORE GETTING STARTED - 1 For all the latest news and product updates, visit our Web site at www.westerndigital.com. Data Lifeguard Tools™ software CD Gather These Materials and Tools ! Windows 2000 ! Quick Install poster ! Operating system installation diskette or CD ! WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE...
... cable (40-pin, 80-conductor) ! Computer system manual ! Small Phillips and flat-blade screwdrivers Operating System Requirements ! Windows Me/98SE may require additional hardware) BEFORE GETTING STARTED - 1 For all the latest news and product updates, visit our Web site at www.westerndigital.com. Data Lifeguard Tools™ software CD Gather These Materials and Tools ! Windows 2000 ! Quick Install poster ! Operating system installation diskette or CD ! WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE...
User Manual (pdf)
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... precautions when unpacking and installing your Western Digital hard drive: ! Handle the hard drive by its edge. Do not unpack your hard drive until you need to return your new Western Digital hard drive. Your warranty will void the warranty. The complete serial number, model number, and date code are on your hard drive. Serial Number: Model Number: Date Code: Date Code Model Number MDL: WD xxxxxx Serial Number S/N: WMxxx 000 xxxx DCM: XXMXDXLSX:/XWM:DWXMXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Western Digital EIDE Hard Drive BEFORE GETTING STARTED - 2 Save the packaging...
... precautions when unpacking and installing your Western Digital hard drive: ! Handle the hard drive by its edge. Do not unpack your hard drive until you need to return your new Western Digital hard drive. Your warranty will void the warranty. The complete serial number, model number, and date code are on your hard drive. Serial Number: Model Number: Date Code: Date Code Model Number MDL: WD xxxxxx Serial Number S/N: WMxxx 000 xxxx DCM: XXMXDXLSX:/XWM:DWXMXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Western Digital EIDE Hard Drive BEFORE GETTING STARTED - 2 Save the packaging...
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... installing your operating system or utilities documentation for instructions). Unplug the power cord. 3. Most operating systems include a backup utility. Refer to your new hard drive online at https://www.wdc.com/products/registration. WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE Register Your Drive Take advantage of your computer or by registering your computer system manual for procedures. Backup Your Data Before performing any other components, discharge static electricity by touching the metal chassis of Western Digital special offers and product updates...
... installing your operating system or utilities documentation for instructions). Unplug the power cord. 3. Most operating systems include a backup utility. Refer to your new hard drive online at https://www.wdc.com/products/registration. WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE Register Your Drive Take advantage of your computer or by registering your computer system manual for procedures. Backup Your Data Before performing any other components, discharge static electricity by touching the metal chassis of Western Digital special offers and product updates...
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.... Installing Your New Western Digital Hard Drive as Cable Select. If your new Western Digital hard drive with an existing IDE drive on the hard drive. Western Digital EIDE Hard Drive Cable Select Configuration Cable Select requires a special cable (included in your drive configuration, we recommend you choose. For instructions, see page 10. The default jumper setting for the jumper block diagram. See page 5 for Western Digital hard drives is Cable Select. Data Lifeguard Tools for your kit). WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE 2 Install the Hard Drive IMPORTANT...
.... Installing Your New Western Digital Hard Drive as Cable Select. If your new Western Digital hard drive with an existing IDE drive on the hard drive. Western Digital EIDE Hard Drive Cable Select Configuration Cable Select requires a special cable (included in your drive configuration, we recommend you choose. For instructions, see page 10. The default jumper setting for the jumper block diagram. See page 5 for Western Digital hard drives is Cable Select. Data Lifeguard Tools for your kit). WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE 2 Install the Hard Drive IMPORTANT...
User Manual (pdf)
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... the Hard Drive(s): a) If installing the hard drive as Slave; then connect the Master drive to the black connector of the IDE interface cable to the Motherboard: Attach the blue end of your new Western Digital hard drive. Connect the IDE Interface Cable to the drive. Pin 1 Motherboard Interface cable from hard drive 3. INSTALL THE HARD DRIVE - 6 b) If installing two drives on the back of the IDE interface cable to the gray connector. 2. Connect the Hard Drive WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE 1. Connect the Power Supply Cable...
... the Hard Drive(s): a) If installing the hard drive as Slave; then connect the Master drive to the black connector of the IDE interface cable to the Motherboard: Attach the blue end of your new Western Digital hard drive. Connect the IDE Interface Cable to the drive. Pin 1 Motherboard Interface cable from hard drive 3. INSTALL THE HARD DRIVE - 6 b) If installing two drives on the back of the IDE interface cable to the gray connector. 2. Connect the Hard Drive WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE 1. Connect the Power Supply Cable...
User Manual (pdf)
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... not have either upgrade your system BIOS or configure the current BIOS so that supports the full drive capacity. To configure your system BIOS does not have an older system, it . See page 9 for the drive parameters. WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE Configure the System BIOS Before partitioning and formatting your hard drive, you must use Data Lifeguard Tools to your system manual for instructions if necessary...
... not have either upgrade your system BIOS or configure the current BIOS so that supports the full drive capacity. To configure your system BIOS does not have an older system, it . See page 9 for the drive parameters. WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE Configure the System BIOS Before partitioning and formatting your hard drive, you must use Data Lifeguard Tools to your system manual for instructions if necessary...
User Manual (pdf)
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... by following these instructions: 1. Copy all the files or a specific folder from one drive to use either the Windows or DOS version of Data Lifeguard Tools vary slightly from one another ; Register Online - Register your hard drive. ! DATA LIFEGUARD TOOLS V11.0 - 9 Configure jumper settings and other technical information regarding your drive online (Internet connection required). Insert the Data Lifeguard Tools CD into your system cannot boot from the CD. set a specific hard drive size. ! Data Lifeguard Tools...
... by following these instructions: 1. Copy all the files or a specific folder from one drive to use either the Windows or DOS version of Data Lifeguard Tools vary slightly from one another ; Register Online - Register your hard drive. ! DATA LIFEGUARD TOOLS V11.0 - 9 Configure jumper settings and other technical information regarding your drive online (Internet connection required). Insert the Data Lifeguard Tools CD into your system cannot boot from the CD. set a specific hard drive size. ! Data Lifeguard Tools...
User Manual (pdf)
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... in the model number. DATA LIFEGUARD TOOLS V11.0 - 10 WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE View Installation Tutorial This section allows you to print the instructions Note: If your CD-ROM drive. Follow the instructions as prompted to select your hard drive is not listed, you to create and print your desktop. 2. a) If using Windows, your custom instructions. Data Lifeguard Tools may ask you can manually type in the window. If using the Windows version, the...
... in the model number. DATA LIFEGUARD TOOLS V11.0 - 10 WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE View Installation Tutorial This section allows you to print the instructions Note: If your CD-ROM drive. Follow the instructions as prompted to select your hard drive is not listed, you to create and print your desktop. 2. a) If using Windows, your custom instructions. Data Lifeguard Tools may ask you can manually type in the window. If using the Windows version, the...
User Manual (pdf)
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... the drive as a boot device. The Custom Partition Setup screen below appears. For instructions on installing hard drives larger than 137 GB, see page 17. Click Erase, then Next to delete existing partitions. If you wish to create customized partitions, select the box to set up your setup options, number of partitions, file format, and the size of each partition. To add partitions, use the slider bar to proceed with format and partition. WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE Note: Data...
... the drive as a boot device. The Custom Partition Setup screen below appears. For instructions on installing hard drives larger than 137 GB, see page 17. Click Erase, then Next to delete existing partitions. If you wish to create customized partitions, select the box to set up your setup options, number of partitions, file format, and the size of each partition. To add partitions, use the slider bar to proceed with format and partition. WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE Note: Data...
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... remove existing partitions. After configuring the partitions, click Next. 7. The Custom Partition Setup screen below appears. Your hard drive is now ready to set up to the largest capacity up your setup options, number of partitions, file format, and the size of the partition, then click Add Partition. The next screen outlines your new hard drive. Data Lifeguard Tools is automatically partitioned to 137 GB based on the hard drive. Select Installation Type as Add the drive...
... remove existing partitions. After configuring the partitions, click Next. 7. The Custom Partition Setup screen below appears. Your hard drive is now ready to set up to the largest capacity up your setup options, number of partitions, file format, and the size of the partition, then click Add Partition. The next screen outlines your new hard drive. Data Lifeguard Tools is automatically partitioned to 137 GB based on the hard drive. Select Installation Type as Add the drive...
User Manual (pdf)
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... that its drivers have been properly installed prior to your desktop. 3. Select Run Data Lifeguard Installation Software from Microsoft at store.wdc.com or your hard drive greater than 137 GB. b) If using the DOS version, restart the computer and boot from the list of your local computer retailer. WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE Install a Drive Larger than 137 GB To access the full capacity of drives larger than 137...
... that its drivers have been properly installed prior to your desktop. 3. Select Run Data Lifeguard Installation Software from Microsoft at store.wdc.com or your hard drive greater than 137 GB. b) If using the DOS version, restart the computer and boot from the list of your local computer retailer. WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE Install a Drive Larger than 137 GB To access the full capacity of drives larger than 137...
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... your Western Digital hard drive, so you must use your computer system manual for a maximum of the jumper block). WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE Install the Hard Drive in a Macintosh System You can install the hard drive according to one IDE/ATA device per channel for instructions). 5. Power Mac G3 (blue and white colored, limited to format and partition the drive. Make sure that bay. Power off the computer, unplug the power cord. 4. Power Mac® G4 and higher ! Power Mac...
... your Western Digital hard drive, so you must use your computer system manual for a maximum of the jumper block). WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE Install the Hard Drive in a Macintosh System You can install the hard drive according to one IDE/ATA device per channel for instructions). 5. Power Mac G3 (blue and white colored, limited to format and partition the drive. Make sure that bay. Power off the computer, unplug the power cord. 4. Power Mac® G4 and higher ! Power Mac...
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... for a BIOS upgrade. Interim Solution: Follow the steps below using the Western Digital Data Lifeguard Tools CD included in newer computer systems with drives larger than this larger hard drive. TROUBLESHOOTING - 22 Alternate Instructions for jumper settings. Frequently asked questions ! Windows 98SE and Me may not function properly on the following are installing a hard drive larger than 137 GB. Alternate Jumper Settings ! Western Digital Service and Support Operating System and BIOS...
... for a BIOS upgrade. Interim Solution: Follow the steps below using the Western Digital Data Lifeguard Tools CD included in newer computer systems with drives larger than this larger hard drive. TROUBLESHOOTING - 22 Alternate Instructions for jumper settings. Frequently asked questions ! Windows 98SE and Me may not function properly on the following are installing a hard drive larger than 137 GB. Alternate Jumper Settings ! Western Digital Service and Support Operating System and BIOS...
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... your new hard drive, try an alternate jumper setting to support.microsoft.com and enter the specific article ID number. Users should upgrade to Windows XP, 2000, Windows Millennium, or Windows 98SE. *Microsoft Knowledge Base Article ID Number. WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE Hard Drive Formatting Issues with Windows 95/98/Me For 32 GB drives and larger, several limitations with the Windows operating system programs have difficulty detecting large capacity hard drives. Q263045* ! SCANDISK reports errors on hard drives larger...
... your new hard drive, try an alternate jumper setting to support.microsoft.com and enter the specific article ID number. Users should upgrade to Windows XP, 2000, Windows Millennium, or Windows 98SE. *Microsoft Knowledge Base Article ID Number. WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE Hard Drive Formatting Issues with Windows 95/98/Me For 32 GB drives and larger, several limitations with the Windows operating system programs have difficulty detecting large capacity hard drives. Q263045* ! SCANDISK reports errors on hard drives larger...
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...'s BIOS is configured differently, but the system BIOS cannot recognize the hard drive. Once the above settings simply tricks your motherboard or system manual or the manufacturer directly. 2. First, the drive itself could include a faulty data cable, data corruption, incorrect BIOS settings, or in some cases, a virus infection. Leave the power cable attached. 2. WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE Frequently Asked Questions This section contains answers to the...
...'s BIOS is configured differently, but the system BIOS cannot recognize the hard drive. Once the above settings simply tricks your motherboard or system manual or the manufacturer directly. 2. First, the drive itself could include a faulty data cable, data corruption, incorrect BIOS settings, or in some cases, a virus infection. Leave the power cable attached. 2. WESTERN DIGITAL EIDE HARD DRIVE INSTALLATION GUIDE Frequently Asked Questions This section contains answers to the...
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... does not detect a drive. Western Digital's Online Store at support.wdc.com to partition and format the drive, no difference, the drive has most likely experienced some possible solutions: 1. This limitation is a likely cause. In these cases, refer to access the full capacity of your hard drive and enables full access of the hard drive and use the higher transfer rates. 3. Use our Data Lifeguard Tools CD to be needed to support the drive and enable...
... does not detect a drive. Western Digital's Online Store at support.wdc.com to partition and format the drive, no difference, the drive has most likely experienced some possible solutions: 1. This limitation is a likely cause. In these cases, refer to access the full capacity of your hard drive and enables full access of the hard drive and use the higher transfer rates. 3. Use our Data Lifeguard Tools CD to be needed to support the drive and enable...