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... support service at support.wdc.com and choose from these topics: • Downloads - E-mail support is free for your WD product. • Registration - Register your first telephone contact with WD Technical Support. Get Warranty, Product Replacement (RMA), RMA Status, and Data Recovery Information. • Knowledge Base - ii This 30-day period starts on the date of your WD product to get the latest updates and special offers. • Warranty & RMA Services - To help...
... support service at support.wdc.com and choose from these topics: • Downloads - E-mail support is free for your WD product. • Registration - Register your first telephone contact with WD Technical Support. Get Warranty, Product Replacement (RMA), RMA Status, and Data Recovery Information. • Knowledge Base - ii This 30-day period starts on the date of your WD product to get the latest updates and special offers. • Warranty & RMA Services - To help...
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... 14 GS Mark (Germany only 14 KCC Notice (Republic of Contents MY BOOK 3.0 USER MANUAL WD Service and Support ii Accessing Online Support ii Contacting WD Technical Support ii 1 About Your WD Drive 1 Kit Contents 1 USB 3.0 Micro-B Cable 2 PCIe Adapter Card 3 Optional Accessories 3 System Requirements 3 Drive Format 3 Physical Description 4 Views 4 Power Button 5 Power/Activity LED 5 Drive Interface 5 Kensington® Security Slot 5 WD Product Registration 5 Tools and Materials (kits with PCIe adapter card 5 2 Getting Started 6 Step 1. Unpacking and Handling the...
... 14 GS Mark (Germany only 14 KCC Notice (Republic of Contents MY BOOK 3.0 USER MANUAL WD Service and Support ii Accessing Online Support ii Contacting WD Technical Support ii 1 About Your WD Drive 1 Kit Contents 1 USB 3.0 Micro-B Cable 2 PCIe Adapter Card 3 Optional Accessories 3 System Requirements 3 Drive Format 3 Physical Description 4 Views 4 Power Button 5 Power/Activity LED 5 Drive Interface 5 Kensington® Security Slot 5 WD Product Registration 5 Tools and Materials (kits with PCIe adapter card 5 2 Getting Started 6 Step 1. Unpacking and Handling the...
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... website at www.westerndigital.com. MY BOOK 3.0 USER MANUAL 11 About Your WD Drive Welcome to ten times that include an adapter card) • Quick Install Guide ABOUT YOUR WD DRIVE - 1 For the latest software, firmware, and product documentation and information, go to http://products.wdc.com/updates • External hard drive • USB 3.0 Micro-B cable • AC adapter (configuration may vary depending on region) • USB 3.0 PCIe adapter card (gen2) attached to full-height...
... website at www.westerndigital.com. MY BOOK 3.0 USER MANUAL 11 About Your WD Drive Welcome to ten times that include an adapter card) • Quick Install Guide ABOUT YOUR WD DRIVE - 1 For the latest software, firmware, and product documentation and information, go to http://products.wdc.com/updates • External hard drive • USB 3.0 Micro-B cable • AC adapter (configuration may vary depending on region) • USB 3.0 PCIe adapter card (gen2) attached to full-height...
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... designed for this product, visit support.wdc.com and search for this connector. The connector at USB 2.0 speeds. ABOUT YOUR WD DRIVE - 2 MY BOOK 3.0 USER MANUAL Quick Install Guide USB 3.0 Micro-B Cable PCIe Adapter Card on the My Book 3.0 is basically a USB 2.0 Micro-B connector with the My Book 3.0, but the drive will only operate at the other end of supported USB 3.0 devices for Knowledge Base Answer ID 3886. You can also use a USB 2.0 cable with an...
... designed for this product, visit support.wdc.com and search for this connector. The connector at USB 2.0 speeds. ABOUT YOUR WD DRIVE - 2 MY BOOK 3.0 USER MANUAL Quick Install Guide USB 3.0 Micro-B Cable PCIe Adapter Card on the My Book 3.0 is basically a USB 2.0 Micro-B connector with the My Book 3.0, but the drive will only operate at the other end of supported USB 3.0 devices for Knowledge Base Answer ID 3886. You can also use a USB 2.0 cable with an...
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... reliability, install the latest updates and service pack (SP). The adapter card comes with all updated Windows operating systems. ABOUT YOUR WD DRIVE - 3 One end of the cable connects to the motherboard, your region. For a list of these ports, while the other end connects to the My Book 3.0 drive. (See section above.) Note: You can connect a USB 2.0 or USB 3.0 cable to the Start menu and select Windows Update. System Requirements • Windows®...
... reliability, install the latest updates and service pack (SP). The adapter card comes with all updated Windows operating systems. ABOUT YOUR WD DRIVE - 3 One end of the cable connects to the motherboard, your region. For a list of these ports, while the other end connects to the My Book 3.0 drive. (See section above.) Note: You can connect a USB 2.0 or USB 3.0 cable to the Start menu and select Windows Update. System Requirements • Windows®...
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Physical Description Views Front MY BOOK 3.0 USER MANUAL Back Power/Activity LED Power Button USB 3.0 Port Kensington ® Security Slot ABOUT YOUR WD DRIVE - 4
Physical Description Views Front MY BOOK 3.0 USER MANUAL Back Power/Activity LED Power Button USB 3.0 Port Kensington ® Security Slot ABOUT YOUR WD DRIVE - 4
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To power on the Kensington security slot and available products, visit www.kensington.com. Appearance On steady Fast flashing (for four seconds. Connection to a USB 1.1 port transfers data at this drive is backward-compatible with USB 2.0 but defaults to USB 2.0 speed of up to 480 Mb/s. If you will need the following for installation: • Phillips head screwdriver • Complete documentation for your drive online at register.wdc.com. every 2.5 second) Description...
To power on the Kensington security slot and available products, visit www.kensington.com. Appearance On steady Fast flashing (for four seconds. Connection to a USB 1.1 port transfers data at this drive is backward-compatible with USB 2.0 but defaults to USB 2.0 speed of up to 480 Mb/s. If you will need the following for installation: • Phillips head screwdriver • Complete documentation for your drive online at register.wdc.com. every 2.5 second) Description...
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... the Western Digital Setup Launcher to start installation. Connecting the Drive MY BOOK 3.0 USER MANUAL Do one of your computer or using an anti-static wrist strap. 4. Before performing any other components, discharge static electricity by touching the metal chassis of the following topics: Step 1. Before handling the hard drive or any hardware installation, back up your existing data. 3. Gather these materials and tools: WD external drive kit...
... the Western Digital Setup Launcher to start installation. Connecting the Drive MY BOOK 3.0 USER MANUAL Do one of your computer or using an anti-static wrist strap. 4. Before performing any other components, discharge static electricity by touching the metal chassis of the following topics: Step 1. Before handling the hard drive or any hardware installation, back up your existing data. 3. Gather these materials and tools: WD external drive kit...
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Click Next to display the Ready to the desired folder. 7. Specify the desired location for saving the driver files, either by accepting the default or browsing to Install the Program screen. 8. Click Install. The InstallShield Wizard displays the progress bar. GETTING STARTED - 8 MY BOOK 3.0 USER MANUAL 6.
Click Next to display the Ready to the desired folder. 7. Specify the desired location for saving the driver files, either by accepting the default or browsing to Install the Program screen. 8. Click Install. The InstallShield Wizard displays the progress bar. GETTING STARTED - 8 MY BOOK 3.0 USER MANUAL 6.
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... information on PCIe slots, see "Troubleshooting" on your system GETTING STARTED - 9 To prevent ESD damage, discharge static electricity by using the existing screws. 6. Even if the system is shut down the computer and disconnect the power cable. 2. When the Install Wizard Complete screen displays, click Finish. Installing the Adapter Card Important: Please be powered and could cause unexpected behavior...
... information on PCIe slots, see "Troubleshooting" on your system GETTING STARTED - 9 To prevent ESD damage, discharge static electricity by using the existing screws. 6. Even if the system is shut down the computer and disconnect the power cable. 2. When the Install Wizard Complete screen displays, click Finish. Installing the Adapter Card Important: Please be powered and could cause unexpected behavior...
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Replace the system cover. To improve performance, you may also improve transfer speed to KBA Answer ID 5303. 7. Firmly insert the adapter card in the PCIe slot and make sure it is , refer to and from My Book 3.0. Secure the adapter card to try different Gen2 PCIe slots. A dedicated fast internal drive may want to the computer by installing the provided...
Replace the system cover. To improve performance, you may also improve transfer speed to KBA Answer ID 5303. 7. Firmly insert the adapter card in the PCIe slot and make sure it is , refer to and from My Book 3.0. Secure the adapter card to try different Gen2 PCIe slots. A dedicated fast internal drive may want to the computer by installing the provided...
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.../KO Installing Removing Installing Connection Steps . Connect the power adapter to the My Book 3.0 drive. MY BOOK 3.0 USER MANUAL Step 4. To connect the My Book 3.0 drive, follow the steps below . GETTING STARTED - 11 Connecting the Drive Important: Before handling the hard drive or any other components, discharge static electricity by touching the metal chassis of the power adapter may need to the My Book 3.0 drive. 2. Connect the USB 3.0 Micro-B connector to an electrical outlet. 3. Connect the power cord to change the power adapter, as...
.../KO Installing Removing Installing Connection Steps . Connect the power adapter to the My Book 3.0 drive. MY BOOK 3.0 USER MANUAL Step 4. To connect the My Book 3.0 drive, follow the steps below . GETTING STARTED - 11 Connecting the Drive Important: Before handling the hard drive or any other components, discharge static electricity by touching the metal chassis of the power adapter may need to the My Book 3.0 drive. 2. Connect the USB 3.0 Micro-B connector to an electrical outlet. 3. Connect the power cord to change the power adapter, as...
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The system detects the drive, which is complete! MY BOOK 3.0 USER MANUAL 4. If your system. The My Book 3.0 drive automatically powers on/off with your computer does not have USB 3.0 capability, you can start storing data on your My Book 3.0 drive. You can plug the USB 3.0 cable into any available USB 2.0 port. Installation is now ready for use. GETTING STARTED - 12 Connect the other end of the USB 3.0 cable to one of the available USB 3.0 ports on your computer.
The system detects the drive, which is complete! MY BOOK 3.0 USER MANUAL 4. If your system. The My Book 3.0 drive automatically powers on/off with your computer does not have USB 3.0 capability, you can start storing data on your My Book 3.0 drive. You can plug the USB 3.0 cable into any available USB 2.0 port. Installation is now ready for use. GETTING STARTED - 12 Connect the other end of the USB 3.0 cable to one of the available USB 3.0 ports on your computer.
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... computer boot when I use a USB 2.0 cable to connect the My Book 3.0 drive to the computer before connecting your WD USB drive. A: USB 3.0 is physically identical to a USB 2.0 port or hub, a USB 3.0 device operates at USB 2.0 speed. Outside the U.S., contact WD Technical Support in ? Contact the adapter card manufacturer for more information, please visit support.wdc.com and see Knowledge Base answer ID 1201. 13 MY BOOK 3.0 USER MANUAL Troubleshooting If you can achieve Super-Speed USB transfer rates by copying files to install...
... computer boot when I use a USB 2.0 cable to connect the My Book 3.0 drive to the computer before connecting your WD USB drive. A: USB 3.0 is physically identical to a USB 2.0 port or hub, a USB 3.0 device operates at USB 2.0 speed. Outside the U.S., contact WD Technical Support in ? Contact the adapter card manufacturer for more information, please visit support.wdc.com and see Knowledge Base answer ID 1201. 13 MY BOOK 3.0 USER MANUAL Troubleshooting If you can achieve Super-Speed USB transfer rates by copying files to install...
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... instructions, may be supplied by WD could void the user's authority to operate this device has been approved for US and Canada. GS Mark (Germany only) Machine...file at Western Digital Europe. Maschinenlärminformations-Verordnung 3. COMPLIANCE AND WARRANTY INFORMATION - 14 This unit generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in power unit marked "Class 2." Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by a listed limited power source, double insulated, or direct plug-in any environment, including residential areas. This device...
... instructions, may be supplied by WD could void the user's authority to operate this device has been approved for US and Canada. GS Mark (Germany only) Machine...file at Western Digital Europe. Maschinenlärminformations-Verordnung 3. COMPLIANCE AND WARRANTY INFORMATION - 14 This unit generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in power unit marked "Class 2." Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by a listed limited power source, double insulated, or direct plug-in any environment, including residential areas. This device...
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..., prepaid and insured, to the address provided on how to obtain service or a Return Material Authorization (RMA). COMPLIANCE AND WARRANTY INFORMATION - 15 Your original box and packaging materials should be shipped in its possession. If this Product requires maintenance, either contact the dealer from whom you the very best of warranty, check the warranty expiration (serial number required) via support.wdc.com.
..., prepaid and insured, to the address provided on how to obtain service or a Return Material Authorization (RMA). COMPLIANCE AND WARRANTY INFORMATION - 15 Your original box and packaging materials should be shipped in its possession. If this Product requires maintenance, either contact the dealer from whom you the very best of warranty, check the warranty expiration (serial number required) via support.wdc.com.
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... connection with the purchase, use , will conform to state. In the United States, some states do not allow exclusion or limitations of incidental or consequential damages, so the limitations above and at support.wdc.com), accident or mishandling while in the Asia Pacific region, unless otherwise required by law. MY BOOK 3.0 USER MANUAL Limited Warranty WD warrants that the Product...
... connection with the purchase, use , will conform to state. In the United States, some states do not allow exclusion or limitations of incidental or consequential damages, so the limitations above and at support.wdc.com), accident or mishandling while in the Asia Pacific region, unless otherwise required by law. MY BOOK 3.0 USER MANUAL Limited Warranty WD warrants that the Product...
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...system support of USB 3.0 13 transfer speeds 13 USB 3.0 device in USB 2.0 port 13 use a USB 2.0 cable 13 FCC Class B information 14 Front and back views 4 H Hardware 1 High-speed USB 5 I ICES/NMB-003 compliance 14 Installing the PCIe adapter card 9 K Kensington security slot 5 Kit contents 1 L LED indicator 5 Limited warranty 16 M My Book 3.0 drive, connecting 11 N NTFS format 3 O Operating system requirements 3 MY BOOK 3.0 USER MANUAL P PCIe adapter card 1 description 3 driver 6 handling 6 installing 9 PCIe slots 13 Physical description 4 Power adapters 11 Power button 5 Product registration...
...system support of USB 3.0 13 transfer speeds 13 USB 3.0 device in USB 2.0 port 13 use a USB 2.0 cable 13 FCC Class B information 14 Front and back views 4 H Hardware 1 High-speed USB 5 I ICES/NMB-003 compliance 14 Installing the PCIe adapter card 9 K Kensington security slot 5 Kit contents 1 L LED indicator 5 Limited warranty 16 M My Book 3.0 drive, connecting 11 N NTFS format 3 O Operating system requirements 3 MY BOOK 3.0 USER MANUAL P PCIe adapter card 1 description 3 driver 6 handling 6 installing 9 PCIe slots 13 Physical description 4 Power adapters 11 Power button 5 Product registration...
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... Western Digital Technologies, Inc. Western Digital 20511 Lake Forest Drive Lake Forest, California 92630 U.S.A. 4779-705039-A01 Jan 2010 No license is granted by implication or otherwise under any time without notice. All rights reserved. MY BOOK 3.0 USER MANUAL Information furnished by WD is believed to other rights of third parties which may result from its use nor for its use...
... Western Digital Technologies, Inc. Western Digital 20511 Lake Forest Drive Lake Forest, California 92630 U.S.A. 4779-705039-A01 Jan 2010 No license is granted by implication or otherwise under any time without notice. All rights reserved. MY BOOK 3.0 USER MANUAL Information furnished by WD is believed to other rights of third parties which may result from its use nor for its use...
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... WDBABP0020HCH Western Digital, WD, the WD logo, My Book and Put Your Life On It are required to minimize waste. The term of the faster data transfer speeds available through the SuperSpeed USB 3.0 port. All rights reserved. and other companies. Optional USB 3.0 HBA adapter Models that has made My Book external hard drives the number one billion bits per second (Gb/s) = one selling My Book family of the specific...
... WDBABP0020HCH Western Digital, WD, the WD logo, My Book and Put Your Life On It are required to minimize waste. The term of the faster data transfer speeds available through the SuperSpeed USB 3.0 port. All rights reserved. and other companies. Optional USB 3.0 HBA adapter Models that has made My Book external hard drives the number one billion bits per second (Gb/s) = one selling My Book family of the specific...
