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Question posted by johnlarrabee1968 on September 23rd, 2016

Wd5000me Automatic Backup

How do I configure my computer to automatically backup to wd5000me?

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Answer #1: Posted by producluumanh on September 24th, 2016 11:50 PM
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1. Open WD SmartWare software

2. Choose partition hard disk you want backup (Example: (D:)) in BACKUP SOURCE

3. Choose WD device in BACKUP TARGET

4. Click tab BACKUP. Click Set Backup Frequency and Tick Continuous Backup, then click OK

5. Choose Folders you want backup and click Apply Change. Last click Enable Backup

Related Western Digital WD5000ME Manual Pages

Quick Install Guide (pdf) - Page 1

...workmanship and will not occur in a residential installation. My Passport™ Elite™ 1 USB 2.0 Technical Support Services ...2 USB 2.0 Please see the user manual located on the drive for more detailed information on indiscutable la période de garantie...including removing or obliterating labels and opening or removing external enclosures, unless the product is on the list of...
User Manual - Page 3

....4.10+ or 10.5.2+ Note: Compatibility may vary depending on user's hardware configuration and operating system. MY PASSPORT ELITE PORTABLE HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL 1 Getting Started Thank you install the latest updates and service ...The My Passport™ Elite™ Portable Hard Drive provides high-performance portable storage for use only with backup and sync & encryption software (PC only)....
User Manual - Page 4

...applicable warranty period for setup and technical support. Register online at register.wdc.com. Drives may be handled with WD technical support. Also, write the purchase date and other... of your external storage product: • Do not drop or jolt the device. • Do not move the device during unpacking and installation. MY PASSPORT ELITE PORTABLE HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL ...
User Manual - Page 5

...updated automatically upon installation. Storage Used 0-24 percent 25-49 percent 50-74 percent 75-100 percent ABOUT YOUR WD DRIVE - 3 Because this drive is ...Drive State Power-on state. Each section represents approximately 25 percent of drive capacity. 2 About Your WD Drive Features MY PASSPORT ELITE PORTABLE HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL Cover slides to drive capacity used on the drive...
User Manual - Page 6

...PASSPORT ELITE PORTABLE HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL USB 2.0 Interface USB is the industry standard interface for compatibility with all its contents. Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) supports data transfer rates up to Downloads, find your product, download the My Passport utility, and follow the instructions as prompted. Drive... reformatting. 1. It features automatic backup to keep them up the...
User Manual - Page 7

3 Connecting the Device MY PASSPORT ELITE PORTABLE HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL USB 2.0 1 2 Windows 1. Drive utilities are installed automatically. Use the USB cable* supplied in the kit to connect the drive to install the backup software. *To ensure proper operation of the drive, use the USB cable supplied in the kit to connect the drive to the desktop. 4. CONNECTING THE DEVICE...
User Manual - Page 8

... down before the Power LED turns off. TURNING OFF/DISCONNECTING THE DEVICE - 6 MY PASSPORT ELITE PORTABLE HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL 4 Turning Off/Disconnecting the Device Windows Right-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in your computer. Macintosh Drag the My Passport icon to the Trash icon for proper dismount. After the device icon disappears...
User Manual - Page 9

...2.0 devices? 45 MY PASSPORT ELITE PORTABLE HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL Troubleshooting If ...configuration, your WD portable USB drive. Refer to your system's motherboard BIOS setting documentation to your system documentation or contact your region. For more information in FAT32 when reformatting the drive, download the External USB/FireWire FAT32 Formatting Utility from external drives...
User Manual - Page 10

... may cause harmful interference to radio or television reception. However, there is on the standard of Conformity" in any environment, including residential areas. 6 MY PASSPORT ELITE PORTABLE HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL Appendix Regulatory Compliance Regulatory Compliance FCC Class B Information This device has been tested and found to comply with Canadian ICES-003 Class...
User Manual - Page 11

... or obliterating labels and opening, disassembling, or removing external enclosures, including but not limited to the address provided... Information furnished by law. Warranty Information MY PASSPORT ELITE PORTABLE HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL Obtaining Service WD values your sole....wdc.com. and My Passport, My Passport Elite, WD Sync, and WD Anywhere Backup are registered trademarks in the...
Product Specifications - Page 1

...™ Portable Hard Drives Luxurious Soft-touch Finish Capacity Gauge Backup and Sync Software My Passport portable hard drive holds everything I need and helps me look good behind the camera. -Caroline Scott Producer Backup storage to your home or office computer. Combine that limit power from any computer to your friends. Your data is automatically backed up. •...
Product Specifications - Page 2

...specifications subject to 40°C Non-op. Total accessible capacity varies depending on user's hardware configuration and operating system. Interface USB 2.0 Dimensions Height: Length: Width: Weight: 0.59 in... per second. © 2008 Western Digital Technologies, Inc. Portable Hard Drives My Passport Elite Portable Hard Drives What it Holds 250GB 320GB 400GB 500GB Photos up to 71,000...

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