Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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... buttons on the right panel. Click Erase to begin drive formatting. Installing the Stands for Hi-Speed USB 2.0 performance. Disable File Exchange from the edge of the drive adjacent to connect the drive. To format the drive, select Applications > Utilities > Disk Utility. Quick Install Guide WD Dual-option™ Media Center and Combo External Storage Products 1 System...
... buttons on the right panel. Click Erase to begin drive formatting. Installing the Stands for Hi-Speed USB 2.0 performance. Disable File Exchange from the edge of the drive adjacent to connect the drive. To format the drive, select Applications > Utilities > Disk Utility. Quick Install Guide WD Dual-option™ Media Center and Combo External Storage Products 1 System...
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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... down on your system configuration, your WD Dual-option product. Connect the other end of the drive (Figure 2). 5. Removing the Stands 1. Place the drive upside down on the back of the power cord to boot from external drives, refer to your system manufacturer. Using both USB and FireWire cables for answer ID 1201. Installing the Feet...
... down on your system configuration, your WD Dual-option product. Connect the other end of the drive (Figure 2). 5. Removing the Stands 1. Place the drive upside down on the back of the power cord to boot from external drives, refer to your system manufacturer. Using both USB and FireWire cables for answer ID 1201. Installing the Feet...
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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... was pressed is properly inserted, the media activity LED illuminates green. 2. Slot 1 (Figure 3) accepts CompactFlash Types I SHOWN) USING THE USB 2.0 HUB (USB FLASH PEN DRIVE SHOWN) Figure 3 Inserting Media 1. Copying Media For instructions to your automatic backups. 6. To transfer or save data from a card to ...backs up memory cards manually, refer to access its contents. Click the drive you may have to double-click a folder to the user manual on which the button was directly formatted or used by a digital camera, you may need to complete the setup. Click Next. 5....
... was pressed is properly inserted, the media activity LED illuminates green. 2. Slot 1 (Figure 3) accepts CompactFlash Types I SHOWN) USING THE USB 2.0 HUB (USB FLASH PEN DRIVE SHOWN) Figure 3 Inserting Media 1. Copying Media For instructions to your automatic backups. 6. To transfer or save data from a card to ...backs up memory cards manually, refer to access its contents. Click the drive you may have to double-click a folder to the user manual on which the button was directly formatted or used by a digital camera, you may need to complete the setup. Click Next. 5....
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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... used in material and workmanship for disconnecting the drive. Western Digital is determined that the Product may use of this product, visit our product support Web site at WD's option, the repair or replacement of the Product.... user-serviceable parts. Using Safe Shutdown™ 1. Now you may safely disconnect the USB cable from your expense. This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise for the balance of ...other than WD. and WD, the WD logo, WD Dual-option, and Safe Shutdown are designed to WD authorized personnel or a WD-approved service center.
... used in material and workmanship for disconnecting the drive. Western Digital is determined that the Product may use of this product, visit our product support Web site at WD's option, the repair or replacement of the Product.... user-serviceable parts. Using Safe Shutdown™ 1. Now you may safely disconnect the USB cable from your expense. This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise for the balance of ...other than WD. and WD, the WD logo, WD Dual-option, and Safe Shutdown are designed to WD authorized personnel or a WD-approved service center.
User Manual (pdf)
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...Product 3 Handling Precautions 3 2 Setting Up Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP 4 Mac OS v9.2.2 6 Mac OS X v10.2.8 7 3 Connecting the Drive Installing the Stands for Vertical Placement 8 Removing the Stands 8 Installing the Feet for Horizontal Placement 8 Removing the Feet 8 Connecting the Cables 9 Powering Up ...the Drive 10 Formatting the Drive 10 WD Button Manager 10 4 Using the 8-in-1 Memory Card Reader (Media Center) Media Icons 11 Using the USB 2.0 Hub 12 Inserting Media 12 Removing Media 12 Copying Media 12 TABLE OF...
...Product 3 Handling Precautions 3 2 Setting Up Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP 4 Mac OS v9.2.2 6 Mac OS X v10.2.8 7 3 Connecting the Drive Installing the Stands for Vertical Placement 8 Removing the Stands 8 Installing the Feet for Horizontal Placement 8 Removing the Feet 8 Connecting the Cables 9 Powering Up ...the Drive 10 Formatting the Drive 10 WD Button Manager 10 4 Using the 8-in-1 Memory Card Reader (Media Center) Media Icons 11 Using the USB 2.0 Hub 12 Inserting Media 12 Removing Media 12 Copying Media 12 TABLE OF...
User Manual (pdf)
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... Copying Media Using Backup on Demand (Media Center 20 Finding Files from a Media Copy (Media Center 22 Additional Features of Retrospect Express 22 6 Disconnecting the Drive Using Safe Shutdown 23 Using Manual Shutdown 23 Uninstalling Retrospect Express 24 Uninstalling WD Button Manager 24 7 Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions...
... Copying Media Using Backup on Demand (Media Center 20 Finding Files from a Media Copy (Media Center 22 Additional Features of Retrospect Express 22 6 Disconnecting the Drive Using Safe Shutdown 23 Using Manual Shutdown 23 Uninstalling Retrospect Express 24 Uninstalling WD Button Manager 24 7 Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions...
User Manual (pdf)
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...including hard drive with built-in portable document format (PDF) ! Four feet for horizontal placement *USB 2.0 host required for vertical placement ! High-speed storage, conveniently placed buttons, and easy-to-use backup features make this WD Dual-option product. WD Dual-option™ USB 2.0*/FireWire...174; external storage product: ! To determine if your system supports USB 2.0, refer to 6-pin FireWire cable ! 6 ft. (1.8m) USB 2.0 certified cable ! AC ADAPTER CORD AC ADAPTER...
...including hard drive with built-in portable document format (PDF) ! Four feet for horizontal placement *USB 2.0 host required for vertical placement ! High-speed storage, conveniently placed buttons, and easy-to-use backup features make this WD Dual-option product. WD Dual-option™ USB 2.0*/FireWire...174; external storage product: ! To determine if your system supports USB 2.0, refer to 6-pin FireWire cable ! 6 ft. (1.8m) USB 2.0 certified cable ! AC ADAPTER CORD AC ADAPTER...
User Manual (pdf)
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... stack any labels 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. The 30-day period commences on the date of your external storage product: ! WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE...
... stack any labels 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. The 30-day period commences on the date of your external storage product: ! WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE...
User Manual (pdf)
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... operating system. The program autoruns and displays a setup menu. 2 Setting Up WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL The installation CD contains the Retrospect Express backup software as well as important drivers for your CD-ROM drive. Click Next. 3. Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP 1. SETTING UP - 4 Retrospect Express...
... operating system. The program autoruns and displays a setup menu. 2 Setting Up WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL The installation CD contains the Retrospect Express backup software as well as important drivers for your CD-ROM drive. Click Next. 3. Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP 1. SETTING UP - 4 Retrospect Express...
User Manual (pdf)
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...prompted for a license code. Select Register Now to complete the registration information, and click the option either to e-mail or to register Retrospect Express. In the next window, select the Recommended installation option and click Next. 5. Launch Retrospect Express from the Start menu (Start > Program Files >... Enter your WD product is already licensed, this field is displayed. In the next window, click Install to "Connecting the Drive" on page 8. Proceed to begin installation. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 4. Click OK. 7.
...prompted for a license code. Select Register Now to complete the registration information, and click the option either to e-mail or to register Retrospect Express. In the next window, select the Recommended installation option and click Next. 5. Launch Retrospect Express from the Start menu (Start > Program Files >... Enter your WD product is already licensed, this field is displayed. In the next window, click Install to "Connecting the Drive" on page 8. Proceed to begin installation. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 4. Click OK. 7.
User Manual (pdf)
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...the Backup Software" on page 8 to connect the drive, then follow the on the desktop. SETTING UP - 6 After installation is completed. After restarting, insert the installation CD into your software copy. Macintosh WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL ...Important: Macintosh users must reinitialize the WD drive to register Retrospect Express. Skip to format and set up the drive. Mac OS v9.2.2 1. To re-enable File...
...the Backup Software" on page 8 to connect the drive, then follow the on the desktop. SETTING UP - 6 After installation is completed. After restarting, insert the installation CD into your software copy. Macintosh WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL ...Important: Macintosh users must reinitialize the WD drive to register Retrospect Express. Skip to format and set up the drive. Mac OS v9.2.2 1. To re-enable File...
User Manual (pdf)
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... window is completed, go to the Applications folder and launch Retrospect Express. 7. Insert the installation CD into multiple volumes for the USB drive. 5. Note: See "Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP" on page 13. After installation is displayed: 2. SETTING UP - 7 The... 9. Select your name and organization, accept the included license code, and click OK. 8. Your newly formatted drive is completed. To format or reinitialize the drive, select Applications > Utilities > Disk Utility. Mac OS X v10.2.8+ WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 1.
... window is completed, go to the Applications folder and launch Retrospect Express. 7. Insert the installation CD into multiple volumes for the USB drive. 5. Note: See "Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP" on page 13. After installation is displayed: 2. SETTING UP - 7 The... 9. Select your name and organization, accept the included license code, and click OK. 8. Your newly formatted drive is completed. To format or reinitialize the drive, select Applications > Utilities > Disk Utility. Mac OS X v10.2.8+ WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 1.
User Manual (pdf)
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... Feet 1. Repeat this process for the three remaining feet. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 3 Connecting the Drive CAUTION: Do not drop or jolt the drive or attempt to open the drive and service it off the ventilation slot. 4. Press the other ... and disconnect all its cables. 2. Carefully dislodge the foot by firmly pushing it yourself; INSTALL STANDS REMOVE STANDS REMOVE FEET CONNECTING THE DRIVE - 8 Press the foot into the groove until the stand snaps firmly into place. 5. Power off the external storage product and disconnect...
... Feet 1. Repeat this process for the three remaining feet. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 3 Connecting the Drive CAUTION: Do not drop or jolt the drive or attempt to open the drive and service it off the ventilation slot. 4. Press the other ... and disconnect all its cables. 2. Carefully dislodge the foot by firmly pushing it yourself; INSTALL STANDS REMOVE STANDS REMOVE FEET CONNECTING THE DRIVE - 8 Press the foot into the groove until the stand snaps firmly into place. 5. Power off the external storage product and disconnect...
User Manual (pdf)
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...1. Connect the AC adapter cord to an available USB port on the back of the USB 2.0 cable to the DC power supply socket on your system configuration, your WD Dual-option product. If you want to support. Connect the other end of the drive. 7. For more information about booting from your... computer may connect the USB cable and/or FireWire cable depending on the back of the power...
...1. Connect the AC adapter cord to an available USB port on the back of the USB 2.0 cable to the DC power supply socket on your system configuration, your WD Dual-option product. If you want to support. Connect the other end of the drive. 7. For more information about booting from your... computer may connect the USB cable and/or FireWire cable depending on the back of the power...
User Manual (pdf)
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... the procedures in -1 Memory Card Reader (Media Center)" on page 6 to reinitialize the drive to indicate drive activity. WD Button Manager The WD Button Manager controls dual-option backup functions. The USB hub and memory card reader (Media Center) are still active. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Powering Up the...
... the procedures in -1 Memory Card Reader (Media Center)" on page 6 to reinitialize the drive to indicate drive activity. WD Button Manager The WD Button Manager controls dual-option backup functions. The USB hub and memory card reader (Media Center) are still active. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Powering Up the...
User Manual (pdf)
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... TYPES I/II MICRODRIVE (COMPACTFLASH TYPE I /II ! CompactFlash Types I SHOWN) USING THE USB 2.0 HUB (USB FLASH PEN DRIVE SHOWN) USING THE 8-IN-1 MEMORY CARD READER (MEDIA CENTER) - 11 Memory Stick ! MultiMedia Card ! In Macintosh, two new icons appear on page 23. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 4 Using the 8-in...
... TYPES I/II MICRODRIVE (COMPACTFLASH TYPE I /II ! CompactFlash Types I SHOWN) USING THE USB 2.0 HUB (USB FLASH PEN DRIVE SHOWN) USING THE 8-IN-1 MEMORY CARD READER (MEDIA CENTER) - 11 Memory Stick ! MultiMedia Card ! In Macintosh, two new icons appear on page 23. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 4 Using the 8-in...
User Manual (pdf)
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... the card was directly formatted or used by a digital camera, you may be sure that all data is saved from the pen/drive onto your computer, close any active windows or applications associated with the drive, and carefully pull the drive from the memory card/stick onto your computer. 2.... secures into the port. Close any active windows or applications associated with the card. 3. Using the USB 2.0 Hub WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL The drive includes one port on the front for your memory card (see page 20. Inserting Media 1. Double-...
... the card was directly formatted or used by a digital camera, you may be sure that all data is saved from the pen/drive onto your computer, close any active windows or applications associated with the drive, and carefully pull the drive from the memory card/stick onto your computer. 2.... secures into the port. Close any active windows or applications associated with the card. 3. Using the USB 2.0 Hub WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL The drive includes one port on the front for your memory card (see page 20. Inserting Media 1. Double-...
User Manual (pdf)
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Press the Manual Backup button (two folders icon) on Demand) 1. This is the source drive that Retrospect Express backs up your WD Dual-option product with Dantz Retrospect Express backup software. Click Next. USING THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 13 WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 5 Using the Backup Software This section...
Press the Manual Backup button (two folders icon) on Demand) 1. This is the source drive that Retrospect Express backs up your WD Dual-option product with Dantz Retrospect Express backup software. Click Next. USING THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 13 WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 5 Using the Backup Software This section...
User Manual (pdf)
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... OS X users: In the following window, select the types of your choice and click Next. If you have multiple external drives connected, the drive on which includes your choice and click Next. 4. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 3. Windows and Mac OS 9.x users: By default, the software copies...
... OS X users: In the following window, select the types of your choice and click Next. If you have multiple external drives connected, the drive on which includes your choice and click Next. 4. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 3. Windows and Mac OS 9.x users: By default, the software copies...
User Manual (pdf)
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...Knowledge Base, and search for most users. This is the ideal choice for answer ID 1270. This is the source drive that includes restoration of the drive to back up each time an automatic backup begins. Windows and Mac OS 9.x users: By default, the software ...documents, music, and pictures. Click Next. 2. Click Next. 3. USING THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 16 Click the drive you want to launch the initial setup wizard. Note: To create a backup that Retrospect Express backs up . Automatic Backup WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 1.
...Knowledge Base, and search for most users. This is the ideal choice for answer ID 1270. This is the source drive that includes restoration of the drive to back up each time an automatic backup begins. Windows and Mac OS 9.x users: By default, the software ...documents, music, and pictures. Click Next. 2. Click Next. 3. USING THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 16 Click the drive you want to launch the initial setup wizard. Note: To create a backup that Retrospect Express backs up . Automatic Backup WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 1.