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... adapter, router, switch, or hub) • Windows® XP/Vista; See the full user manual on the software CD for more information on My Book World Edition II. Drive Format My Book World Edition is a dual-drive system that you install the latest updates and service pack (SP). If one... on your data will still run, and your hardware configuration and operating system. My Book World Edition II is a single-drive configuration. Kit Contents AC Adapter* *See the full user manual on the software CD for more information about global AC adapter configurations About Your WD Product ...
... adapter, router, switch, or hub) • Windows® XP/Vista; See the full user manual on the software CD for more information on My Book World Edition II. Drive Format My Book World Edition is a dual-drive system that you install the latest updates and service pack (SP). If one... on your data will still run, and your hardware configuration and operating system. My Book World Edition II is a single-drive configuration. Kit Contents AC Adapter* *See the full user manual on the software CD for more information about global AC adapter configurations About Your WD Product ...
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... directory of Agreement screen. 5. Turn on your My Book World Edition on your My Book World Edition. Click Yes. 9. The network drives appear. Click Accept in the WD Discovery screen. 10. If you must install the utilities manually. All share folders available on the CD for Mac Tiger ...Start>Computer (Windows Vista) or My Computer (Windows XP). The Application Installer screen opens, displaying a list of options. See the complete user manual on the device will be installed on every PC connected to Computer (Windows Vista) or My Computer, then double-click Setup.exe in...
... directory of Agreement screen. 5. Turn on your My Book World Edition on your My Book World Edition. Click Yes. 9. The network drives appear. Click Accept in the WD Discovery screen. 10. If you must install the utilities manually. All share folders available on the CD for Mac Tiger ...Start>Computer (Windows Vista) or My Computer (Windows XP). The Application Installer screen opens, displaying a list of options. See the complete user manual on the device will be installed on every PC connected to Computer (Windows Vista) or My Computer, then double-click Setup.exe in...
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... shared folders using Finder. Macintosh Leopard 1. Double-click the Public share, then click OK. My Book World Edition | 5 Note: Configuration is a read-only share containing only a Help file and the login page. 4. See the complete user manual on your computer and wait for the operating system to support.wdc.com and search the knowledge...
... shared folders using Finder. Macintosh Leopard 1. Double-click the Public share, then click OK. My Book World Edition | 5 Note: Configuration is a read-only share containing only a Help file and the login page. 4. See the complete user manual on your computer and wait for the operating system to support.wdc.com and search the knowledge...
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See the complete user manual on the desktop, go to display the Download and Public folders. 3. My Book World Edition | 6 Double-click the Public folder. Turn on your computer and wait for the operating system to mount list, then click OK. 6. Make sure that shares ...
See the complete user manual on the desktop, go to display the Download and Public folders. 3. My Book World Edition | 6 Double-click the Public folder. Turn on your computer and wait for the operating system to mount list, then click OK. 6. Make sure that shares ...
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Single and Dual-drive Network Storage Systems My Book® World Edition™ User Manual
Single and Dual-drive Network Storage Systems My Book® World Edition™ User Manual
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... the warranty period. Download drivers, software, and updates for support, have your WD product serial number, system hardware, and system software versions available. MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL WD Service and Support Should you encounter any problem, please give us keep you informed of new features and services, remember to register your product...
... the warranty period. Download drivers, software, and updates for support, have your WD product serial number, system hardware, and system software versions available. MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL WD Service and Support Should you encounter any problem, please give us keep you informed of new features and services, remember to register your product...
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MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL Registering Your WD Product Your WD product includes 30 days of your product. WD SERVICE AND SUPPORT - 2 The 30-day period commences on the date of free technical support during the applicable warranty period for your first telephone contact with WD technical support. Register online at register.wdc.com.
MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL Registering Your WD Product Your WD product includes 30 days of your product. WD SERVICE AND SUPPORT - 2 The 30-day period commences on the date of free technical support during the applicable warranty period for your first telephone contact with WD technical support. Register online at register.wdc.com.
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... two WD drives using WD GreenPower™ technology for extra data protection. For more information and news about this user manual, can replace the failed drive and restore the system. OVERVIEW - 3 MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL 1 Overview Introduction Congratulations on page 124. This system is pre-configured to this product visit our website at www...
... two WD drives using WD GreenPower™ technology for extra data protection. For more information and news about this user manual, can replace the failed drive and restore the system. OVERVIEW - 3 MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL 1 Overview Introduction Congratulations on page 124. This system is pre-configured to this product visit our website at www...
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MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL Specifications Ethernet High performance (10/100/1000) Gigabit Ethernet connection ...Tiger® • Mac OS® X Leopard® • Mac OS®X Snow Leopard™ Physical dimensions My Book World Edition • Length: 6.5 in (165 mm) • Width: 5.4 in (137 mm) • Height: 2.1 in (54 mm) • Weight...: 2.6 lb (1.18 kg) My Book World Edition II • Length: 6.5 in (165 mm) • Width: 6.0 in (152 mm) • Height: 3.8 in (97 mm) • Weight...
MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL Specifications Ethernet High performance (10/100/1000) Gigabit Ethernet connection ...Tiger® • Mac OS® X Leopard® • Mac OS®X Snow Leopard™ Physical dimensions My Book World Edition • Length: 6.5 in (165 mm) • Width: 5.4 in (137 mm) • Height: 2.1 in (54 mm) • Weight...: 2.6 lb (1.18 kg) My Book World Edition II • Length: 6.5 in (165 mm) • Width: 6.0 in (152 mm) • Height: 3.8 in (97 mm) • Weight...
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... accessories like cables, power supplies, additional hard drives, and drive mounting rails for this product. Kit Contents MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL My Book World Edition AC adapter* Ethernet cable Installation CD with application software and user manual Quick Install Guide 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 or 1 USA, Japan, Taiwan, Brazil, Mexico, Colombia 2 Europe, Korea, Brazil, Chile 3 United Kingdom 4 China 5 Australia, New...
... accessories like cables, power supplies, additional hard drives, and drive mounting rails for this product. Kit Contents MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL My Book World Edition AC adapter* Ethernet cable Installation CD with application software and user manual Quick Install Guide 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 or 1 USA, Japan, Taiwan, Brazil, Mexico, Colombia 2 Europe, Korea, Brazil, Chile 3 United Kingdom 4 China 5 Australia, New...
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... site for the system for WD Discovery™) Local Network • Router/switch (Gigabit required to the Apple menu and select Software Update. MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL System Requirements Note: For optimum performance, the following system and network requirements are recommended. Safari 2.0 and later on the...
... site for the system for WD Discovery™) Local Network • Router/switch (Gigabit required to the Apple menu and select Software Update. MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL System Requirements Note: For optimum performance, the following system and network requirements are recommended. Safari 2.0 and later on the...
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MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL Recording Your WD Product Information In the following table, write the serial number and model number of the device. Serial Number: Model Number: Purchase Date: System and Software Notes: OVERVIEW - 7 Also, write the purchase date and other notes such as your new WD product found on the label on the bottom of your operating system and version. This information is necessary for setup and technical support.
MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL Recording Your WD Product Information In the following table, write the serial number and model number of the device. Serial Number: Model Number: Purchase Date: System and Software Notes: OVERVIEW - 7 Also, write the purchase date and other notes such as your new WD product found on the label on the bottom of your operating system and version. This information is necessary for setup and technical support.
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Connects the device to restore the admin user name and password for the device. Reset button Press to a local network. For more information on how to reset the system, see "Resetting the My Book World Edition" on page 163 for detailed instructions. Reset Button The ...hard drive for additional storage. OVERVIEW - 8 See "Connecting and Managing a USB Hard Drive" on page 173. System View MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL Power button LED USB port (for expansion only) Ethernet port Reset button Kensington® Security Slot Ports Component USB port Ethernet port Icon ...
Connects the device to restore the admin user name and password for the device. Reset button Press to a local network. For more information on how to reset the system, see "Resetting the My Book World Edition" on page 163 for detailed instructions. Reset Button The ...hard drive for additional storage. OVERVIEW - 8 See "Connecting and Managing a USB Hard Drive" on page 173. System View MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL Power button LED USB port (for expansion only) Ethernet port Reset button Kensington® Security Slot Ports Component USB port Ethernet port Icon ...
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...on or off. When power is equipped with a security slot, which may take up for four seconds powers off the device. Power Button MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL Important: The device powers on automatically upon initial connection to power, which supports a standard Kensington security cable. After the initial setup, you power down.... If you need to press the power button to turn on the device, press the power button and hold it down a My Book World Edition by plugging in the external power supply connected to the DC plug connector, the unit automatically powers up.
...on or off. When power is equipped with a security slot, which may take up for four seconds powers off the device. Power Button MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL Important: The device powers on automatically upon initial connection to power, which supports a standard Kensington security cable. After the initial setup, you power down.... If you need to press the power button to turn on the device, press the power button and hold it down a My Book World Edition by plugging in the external power supply connected to the DC plug connector, the unit automatically powers up.
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MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL LED Indicators (Lights) The Power/Activity and Capacity Gauge indicators are represented by fully illuminating six sections in an upward vertical direction. Each section represents ...
MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL LED Indicators (Lights) The Power/Activity and Capacity Gauge indicators are represented by fully illuminating six sections in an upward vertical direction. Each section represents ...
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... or network switch port. The unit powers up (approximately three minutes) before configuring the device. Important: Wait for the My Book World Edition to the network port of your computer. To power down the device, press and hold down the power button down for more information... device fully illuminates. See page 176 for at least four seconds. MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL 2 My Book World Edition Basic Setup Step 1: Connect My Book World Edition to the Network Follow the steps below to connect the My Book World Edition to a small home/office network. 4 2 1 3 1. Connect the end...
... or network switch port. The unit powers up (approximately three minutes) before configuring the device. Important: Wait for the My Book World Edition to the network port of your computer. To power down the device, press and hold down the power button down for more information... device fully illuminates. See page 176 for at least four seconds. MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL 2 My Book World Edition Basic Setup Step 1: Connect My Book World Edition to the Network Follow the steps below to connect the My Book World Edition to a small home/office network. 4 2 1 3 1. Connect the end...
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... wait for the operating system to access your My Book World Edition. 1. MY BOOK WORLD EDITION BASIC SETUP - 12 Windows Vista/Windows 7: Click Run setup.exe, and then click Allow. 4. MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL Step 2: Access My Book World Edition on the Network You can easily find your computer, you...and double-click Setup.exe. 3. Click Accept in the Terms of Agreement screen. Note: If AutoPlay is disabled on your My Book World Edition on the local area network (LAN). Follow the appropriate procedure below: Windows: • "Using WD Discovery with Windows XP/Windows Vista...
... wait for the operating system to access your My Book World Edition. 1. MY BOOK WORLD EDITION BASIC SETUP - 12 Windows Vista/Windows 7: Click Run setup.exe, and then click Allow. 4. MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL Step 2: Access My Book World Edition on the Network You can easily find your computer, you...and double-click Setup.exe. 3. Click Accept in the Terms of Agreement screen. Note: If AutoPlay is disabled on your My Book World Edition on the local area network (LAN). Follow the appropriate procedure below: Windows: • "Using WD Discovery with Windows XP/Windows Vista...
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... on your desktop. 7. Click MyBookWorld and click Map Network Drive in the Connect screen, click the Next button. 6. Complete step (a) or step (b). MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL 5. MY BOOK WORLD EDITION BASIC SETUP - 13 The Application Installer screen opens, displaying a list of options. Click WD Discovery Tool. A message appears asking whether you have two options.
... on your desktop. 7. Click MyBookWorld and click Map Network Drive in the Connect screen, click the Next button. 6. Complete step (a) or step (b). MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL 5. MY BOOK WORLD EDITION BASIC SETUP - 13 The Application Installer screen opens, displaying a list of options. Click WD Discovery Tool. A message appears asking whether you have two options.
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...Z. Close the WD Discovery Tool. 10. Note: Once a unit is mapped to the main page. (b) To map the drive manually, click No. MY BOOK WORLD EDITION BASIC SETUP - 14 (a) To map the drive automatically, click Yes. The network drives display. Available drive letters are listed on the... WD Discovery screen. You can now drag and drop files into the network drive folders using (My) Computer or Windows Explorer. MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL All share folders available on -screen. Select a folder name, and then select a drive letter. Click Yes to complete drive letter assignment....
...Z. Close the WD Discovery Tool. 10. Note: Once a unit is mapped to the main page. (b) To map the drive manually, click No. MY BOOK WORLD EDITION BASIC SETUP - 14 (a) To map the drive automatically, click Yes. The network drives display. Available drive letters are listed on the... WD Discovery screen. You can now drag and drop files into the network drive folders using (My) Computer or Windows Explorer. MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL All share folders available on -screen. Select a folder name, and then select a drive letter. Click Yes to complete drive letter assignment....
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Right-click MyBookWorld in the Network and Sharing center and select Install from the drop-down menu. Click Locate and install driver software (recommended). For Windows Vista/Windows 7, click Start>Computer>Network. 2. MY BOOK WORLD EDITION BASIC SETUP - 15 The Found New Hardware screen displays. 3. MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL Using Windows Vista/Windows 7 Windows Vista and Windows 7 offer an alternative to WD Discovery for easy setup and mapping of the unit. 1.
Right-click MyBookWorld in the Network and Sharing center and select Install from the drop-down menu. Click Locate and install driver software (recommended). For Windows Vista/Windows 7, click Start>Computer>Network. 2. MY BOOK WORLD EDITION BASIC SETUP - 15 The Found New Hardware screen displays. 3. MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL Using Windows Vista/Windows 7 Windows Vista and Windows 7 offer an alternative to WD Discovery for easy setup and mapping of the unit. 1.