Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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... Mac OS X v10.2.8+ Figure 1 POWER CORD AC ADAPTER AC ADAPTER CORD USB 2.0 CABLE Note: For highest performance and reliability, WD recommends that you must install them now and restart the computer before proceeding. 5. Windows users, go to boot from support.wdc.com. In the next window, click Install to connect the drive. Note: If you are running Windows 98SE/Me/2000 and operating system service packs or updates were not installed, you install the latest service...
... Mac OS X v10.2.8+ Figure 1 POWER CORD AC ADAPTER AC ADAPTER CORD USB 2.0 CABLE Note: For highest performance and reliability, WD recommends that you must install them now and restart the computer before proceeding. 5. Windows users, go to boot from support.wdc.com. In the next window, click Install to connect the drive. Note: If you are running Windows 98SE/Me/2000 and operating system service packs or updates were not installed, you install the latest service...
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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...-enable File Exchange, select the check box in Extensions Manager and click Restart. 5. Note: To partition the drive into place. Power off the external hard drive and disconnect all its cables. 2. Note: Space the stands approximately 3-4 inches apart and approximately 2-3 inches from the Disk Utility program menu and follow the steps below to format and set up the drive. Power off the external hard drive and disconnect all its cables. 2. Power...
...-enable File Exchange, select the check box in Extensions Manager and click Restart. 5. Note: To partition the drive into place. Power off the external hard drive and disconnect all its cables. 2. Note: Space the stands approximately 3-4 inches apart and approximately 2-3 inches from the Disk Utility program menu and follow the steps below to format and set up the drive. Power off the external hard drive and disconnect all its cables. 2. Power...
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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... flashes to complete the setup. BUTTONS POWER/SAFE SHUTDOWN™ KENSINGTON® SECURITY LOCK CONNECTION DC POWER SUPPLY SOCKET USB 2.0 PORT USB 2.0 CABLE AC ADAPTER CORD USB 2.0 CABLE TO USB PORT ON COMPUTER 4 Using the Backup Software Figure 5 MANUAL BACKUP (TWO FOLDERS ICON) AUTOMATIC BACKUP (CLOCK ICON) This version of your operating system and programs, visit support.wdc.com, click Knowledge Base, and search for compatibility with all Windows operating systems. The FAT32 file system has a maximum file transfer of the power cord...
... flashes to complete the setup. BUTTONS POWER/SAFE SHUTDOWN™ KENSINGTON® SECURITY LOCK CONNECTION DC POWER SUPPLY SOCKET USB 2.0 PORT USB 2.0 CABLE AC ADAPTER CORD USB 2.0 CABLE TO USB PORT ON COMPUTER 4 Using the Backup Software Figure 5 MANUAL BACKUP (TWO FOLDERS ICON) AUTOMATIC BACKUP (CLOCK ICON) This version of your operating system and programs, visit support.wdc.com, click Knowledge Base, and search for compatibility with all Windows operating systems. The FAT32 file system has a maximum file transfer of the power cord...
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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... date appearing on the bottom right corner of warranty, check the warranty expiration (serial number required) via support.wdc.com. WD shall have no user-serviceable parts. In the United States, some states do so by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to WD authorized personnel or a WD-approved service center. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may hear the drive power...
... date appearing on the bottom right corner of warranty, check the warranty expiration (serial number required) via support.wdc.com. WD shall have no user-serviceable parts. In the United States, some states do so by the manufacturer could void the user's authority to WD authorized personnel or a WD-approved service center. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may hear the drive power...
User Manual (pdf)
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... may result from its use nor for its use . WD reserves the right to other rights of Western Digital Technologies, Inc. and WD, the WD logo, WD Dual-option, and Safe Shutdown are registered trademarks of Dantz Development Corporation. All rights reserved. 2779-001014-A01 04/05 WD Dual-option™ External USB Hard Drive User Manual Information furnished by implication...
... may result from its use nor for its use . WD reserves the right to other rights of Western Digital Technologies, Inc. and WD, the WD logo, WD Dual-option, and Safe Shutdown are registered trademarks of Dantz Development Corporation. All rights reserved. 2779-001014-A01 04/05 WD Dual-option™ External USB Hard Drive User Manual Information furnished by implication...
User Manual (pdf)
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... much-needed additional storage and a perfect place to USB 1.1. Quick Install Guide ! Two stands for that you for Hi-Speed USB 2.0 performance. WD Dual-option™ External USB 2.0* Hard Drive ! 6 ft. (1.8m) USB 2.0 certified cable ! Installation CD containing Dantz® Retrospect® Express backup software and detailed user manuals in file transfer time compared to back up your WD product. This user manual provides step-by-step installation instructions and other important information regarding your valuable data, music...
... much-needed additional storage and a perfect place to USB 1.1. Quick Install Guide ! Two stands for that you for Hi-Speed USB 2.0 performance. WD Dual-option™ External USB 2.0* Hard Drive ! 6 ft. (1.8m) USB 2.0 certified cable ! Installation CD containing Dantz® Retrospect® Express backup software and detailed user manuals in file transfer time compared to back up your WD product. This user manual provides step-by-step installation instructions and other important information regarding your valuable data, music...
User Manual (pdf)
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... the back panel. Also, write the purchase date and other notes such as your system, visit apple.com/macosx. This information is necessary for setup and technical support. For more information regarding updating your new WD product found on the large label on the drive; these actions will void the warranty. Updating Your Operating System WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL Windows Go to the Apple menu and select Software Update.
... the back panel. Also, write the purchase date and other notes such as your system, visit apple.com/macosx. This information is necessary for setup and technical support. For more information regarding updating your new WD product found on the large label on the drive; these actions will void the warranty. Updating Your Operating System WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL Windows Go to the Apple menu and select Software Update.
User Manual (pdf)
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... objects on top of the drive that may be handled with WD technical support. WD products are precision instruments and must be damaged by rough handling, shock, or vibration. Do not open the product, as a portable device. ! Registering Your WD Product WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL Your WD product includes 30 days of free technical support during the applicable warranty period for Horizontal Placement" on...
... objects on top of the drive that may be handled with WD technical support. WD products are precision instruments and must be damaged by rough handling, shock, or vibration. Do not open the product, as a portable device. ! Registering Your WD Product WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL Your WD product includes 30 days of free technical support during the applicable warranty period for Horizontal Placement" on...
User Manual (pdf)
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... Retrospect Express. WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL 4. Enter your WD product is already licensed, this field is displayed. After installation is completed, the following window is filled automatically. Click OK. 7. SETTING UP - 5 Click Finish. 6. You may be prompted for a license code. In the next window, select the Recommended installation option and click Next. 5. Since your User Name and click Next. In...
... Retrospect Express. WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL 4. Enter your WD product is already licensed, this field is displayed. After installation is completed, the following window is filled automatically. Click OK. 7. SETTING UP - 5 Click Finish. 6. You may be prompted for a license code. In the next window, select the Recommended installation option and click Next. 5. Since your User Name and click Next. In...
User Manual (pdf)
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... the included license code, and click OK. 9. Complete the fields for examples of Retrospect Express setup screens. 7. Mac OS v9.2.2 1. After installation is completed. The next window prompts you to "Using the Backup Software" on page 4 for your CD-ROM drive. 6. Macintosh WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL Important: Macintosh users must reinitialize the WD drive to confirm drive initialization. Note: See "Windows 98SE/Me/2000...
... the included license code, and click OK. 9. Complete the fields for examples of Retrospect Express setup screens. 7. Mac OS v9.2.2 1. After installation is completed. The next window prompts you to "Using the Backup Software" on page 4 for your CD-ROM drive. 6. Macintosh WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL Important: Macintosh users must reinitialize the WD drive to confirm drive initialization. Note: See "Windows 98SE/Me/2000...
User Manual (pdf)
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...-ROM drive. Your newly formatted drive is displayed: 2. Complete the fields for examples of Retrospect Express setup screens. 6. A hard drive icon with the name you to personalize your administrative password to begin setup. The following window is now ready to begin drive formatting. Proceed to "Using the Backup Software" on -screen instructions to the Applications folder and launch Retrospect Express. 7. Mac OS X v10.2.8+ WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL 1.
...-ROM drive. Your newly formatted drive is displayed: 2. Complete the fields for examples of Retrospect Express setup screens. 6. A hard drive icon with the name you to personalize your administrative password to begin setup. The following window is now ready to begin drive formatting. Proceed to "Using the Backup Software" on -screen instructions to the Applications folder and launch Retrospect Express. 7. Mac OS X v10.2.8+ WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL 1.
User Manual (pdf)
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...® SECURITY LOCK CONNECTION DC POWER SUPPLY SOCKET USB 2.0 PORT USB 2.0 CABLE AC ADAPTER CORD USB 2.0 CABLE TO USB 2.0 PORT ON COMPUTER BUTTONS POWER/SAFE SHUTDOWN™ MANUAL BACKUP (TWO FOLDERS ICON) AUTOMATIC BACKUP (CLOCK ICON) Note: Depending on the desktop for PC users or on your system configuration, your computer may attempt to boot from external drives, refer to your system documentation or contact your system's motherboard BIOS setting documentation to the USB 2.0 port...
...® SECURITY LOCK CONNECTION DC POWER SUPPLY SOCKET USB 2.0 PORT USB 2.0 CABLE AC ADAPTER CORD USB 2.0 CABLE TO USB 2.0 PORT ON COMPUTER BUTTONS POWER/SAFE SHUTDOWN™ MANUAL BACKUP (TWO FOLDERS ICON) AUTOMATIC BACKUP (CLOCK ICON) Note: Depending on the desktop for PC users or on your system configuration, your computer may attempt to boot from external drives, refer to your system documentation or contact your system's motherboard BIOS setting documentation to the USB 2.0 port...
User Manual (pdf)
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... flash drive) are connected to close all active applications before shutting down the drive. Windows Me/2000/XP 1. 5 Disconnecting the Drive Using Safe Shutdown WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL CAUTION: To prevent data loss, be sure to close all active applications before shutting down the drive. Press the Power/Safe Shutdown button once. Select USB Mass Storage Device from the electrical outlet. however, you need not...
... flash drive) are connected to close all active applications before shutting down the drive. Windows Me/2000/XP 1. 5 Disconnecting the Drive Using Safe Shutdown WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL CAUTION: To prevent data loss, be sure to close all active applications before shutting down the drive. Press the Power/Safe Shutdown button once. Select USB Mass Storage Device from the electrical outlet. however, you need not...
User Manual (pdf)
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6 Troubleshooting WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL To search the WD technical support knowledge base and view a complete list of significant reduction in to the system motherboard, be sure to install the appropriate chipset support for USB 2.0, which provides transfer rates up to USB 2.0 is built-in file transfer time versus USB 1.1. Q: How do I determine whether or not my system supports USB 2.0? Q: What happens when a USB 2.0 device is Hi-Speed USB? A: USB 2.0 is backward...
6 Troubleshooting WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL To search the WD technical support knowledge base and view a complete list of significant reduction in to the system motherboard, be sure to install the appropriate chipset support for USB 2.0, which provides transfer rates up to USB 2.0 is built-in file transfer time versus USB 1.1. Q: How do I determine whether or not my system supports USB 2.0? Q: What happens when a USB 2.0 device is Hi-Speed USB? A: USB 2.0 is backward...
User Manual (pdf)
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... operating at USB 1.1 speeds due to press the Power button. A: If your system includes a PCI slot, you must reformat the drive using NTFS. Q: I reinstall it? The drive is the data transfer rate slow? A: After connecting the power cord, be sure that does not support USB 2.0. If your system has a USB 2.0 PCI adapter card, be sure to an incorrect driver installation of 32 GB. See "Formatting the Drive" on the computer desktop. TROUBLESHOOTING...
... operating at USB 1.1 speeds due to press the Power button. A: If your system includes a PCI slot, you must reformat the drive using NTFS. Q: I reinstall it? The drive is the data transfer rate slow? A: After connecting the power cord, be sure that does not support USB 2.0. If your system has a USB 2.0 PCI adapter card, be sure to an incorrect driver installation of 32 GB. See "Formatting the Drive" on the computer desktop. TROUBLESHOOTING...
User Manual (pdf)
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... WD for Product return. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you originally purchased the Product or visit our product support Web site at WD's option, the repair or replacement of incidental or consequential damages, so the limitations above and at support.wdc.com for lost data, regardless of the cause, recovery of lost data arising out of or in connection with the...
... WD for Product return. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you originally purchased the Product or visit our product support Web site at WD's option, the repair or replacement of incidental or consequential damages, so the limitations above and at support.wdc.com for lost data, regardless of the cause, recovery of lost data arising out of or in connection with the...
User Manual (pdf)
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....672.7199 Spanish +800.6008.6008 Asia Pacific +31.20.4467651 EMEA Western Digital 20511 Lake Forest Drive Lake Forest, California 92630 U.S.A. WD Service and Support WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL If you need additional information or help during installation or normal use of rebate submissions. ! Explore our expert knowledge base and Frequently Asked Questions. ! Downloads Library - Technical Information - Access product specifications, technical tips, and the online forum. !
....672.7199 Spanish +800.6008.6008 Asia Pacific +31.20.4467651 EMEA Western Digital 20511 Lake Forest Drive Lake Forest, California 92630 U.S.A. WD Service and Support WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL If you need additional information or help during installation or normal use of rebate submissions. ! Explore our expert knowledge base and Frequently Asked Questions. ! Downloads Library - Technical Information - Access product specifications, technical tips, and the online forum. !
User Manual (pdf)
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...-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL I Installation, FAQs 21 Installing feet 8 Retrospect Express 4 stands 8 K Kit contents 1 L Limited warranty 23 M Macintosh software update 2 Manual backup 11 backup, change settings 13 shutdown 18 Model number 2 O Obtaining service 23 Operating system, updating 2 P Precautions, handling 3 Product information 2 Product registration 3 R Registration, product 3 Regulatory compliance 22 Removing feet 8 Removing stands 8 Requirements, system 1 Restoring files 17 Retrospect Express features 17 installing 4 uninstalling 19 S Safe Shutdown 18 Serial number...
...-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL I Installation, FAQs 21 Installing feet 8 Retrospect Express 4 stands 8 K Kit contents 1 L Limited warranty 23 M Macintosh software update 2 Manual backup 11 backup, change settings 13 shutdown 18 Model number 2 O Obtaining service 23 Operating system, updating 2 P Precautions, handling 3 Product information 2 Product registration 3 R Registration, product 3 Regulatory compliance 22 Removing feet 8 Removing stands 8 Requirements, system 1 Restoring files 17 Retrospect Express features 17 installing 4 uninstalling 19 S Safe Shutdown 18 Serial number...
Product Specifications (pdf)
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... hard drive ! Two stands for digital video capture and editing ! Simple Mac formatting instructions included. Product Features ! Front-mounted power button - Designed for maximum throughput ! Back up your notebooks ! Dual-option backup - high-speed connection for near-silent operation with multiple external hard drives System Requirements Windows® ! Add virtually unlimited storage with WD's whisper-quiet hard drive ! WD Dual-option external USB 2.0 hard drive ! 6 foot (1.8m) USB 2.0 certified cable ! Cool, heat-dissipating case ! Quick Install Guide...
... hard drive ! Two stands for digital video capture and editing ! Simple Mac formatting instructions included. Product Features ! Front-mounted power button - Designed for maximum throughput ! Back up your notebooks ! Dual-option backup - high-speed connection for near-silent operation with multiple external hard drives System Requirements Windows® ! Add virtually unlimited storage with WD's whisper-quiet hard drive ! WD Dual-option external USB 2.0 hard drive ! 6 foot (1.8m) USB 2.0 certified cable ! Cool, heat-dissipating case ! Quick Install Guide...
Product Specifications (pdf)
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... (GB) as 1,000,000,000 bytes. For service and literature: support.wdc.com www.westerndigital.com 800.ASK.4WDC 949.672.7199 +800.6008.6008 +31.20.4467651 North America Spanish Asia Pacific EMEA Western Digital is a registered trademark; Product and packaging specifications subject to other companies. Drive Specifications Formatted capacity1 Actuator type Servo type 80 GB 80,026 MB Rotary voice...
... (GB) as 1,000,000,000 bytes. For service and literature: support.wdc.com www.westerndigital.com 800.ASK.4WDC 949.672.7199 +800.6008.6008 +31.20.4467651 North America Spanish Asia Pacific EMEA Western Digital is a registered trademark; Product and packaging specifications subject to other companies. Drive Specifications Formatted capacity1 Actuator type Servo type 80 GB 80,026 MB Rotary voice...