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... AND CHECKED FOR RELIABILITY AND READABILITY. This manual describes the features, uses, and instructions to format your drive. It is designed for the advanced computer user. NOTE: PARTITONING AND FORMATTING YOUR DRIVE WILL PERMANENTLY ERASE ALL THE FILES ON THE DRIVE. Samsung Format Utility Ver. 1 2 Using the Samsung Format Utility This program is designed to format a Samsung External Hard Drive and is critically important that you read and understand the results of formatting your Samsung External Hard Drive only.
... AND CHECKED FOR RELIABILITY AND READABILITY. This manual describes the features, uses, and instructions to format your drive. It is designed for the advanced computer user. NOTE: PARTITONING AND FORMATTING YOUR DRIVE WILL PERMANENTLY ERASE ALL THE FILES ON THE DRIVE. Samsung Format Utility Ver. 1 2 Using the Samsung Format Utility This program is designed to format a Samsung External Hard Drive and is critically important that you read and understand the results of formatting your Samsung External Hard Drive only.
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... Samsung External Hard Drive • Windows XP / Vista / 7 • NTFS and FAT32 more than 32GB • Disk label setting • Partition the HDD into a single partition with an optional quick format Does not support: • Partition size adjustment Files Included in this Program • Samsung Format Utility Vx.x.exe • The Samsung USB Format Utility is a Windows application and is available for downloaded from Samsung's online Customer Support page. (Homepage : www.samsunghdd.com) Partitioning and Changing File System Type The Samsung External Hard Drive...
... Samsung External Hard Drive • Windows XP / Vista / 7 • NTFS and FAT32 more than 32GB • Disk label setting • Partition the HDD into a single partition with an optional quick format Does not support: • Partition size adjustment Files Included in this Program • Samsung Format Utility Vx.x.exe • The Samsung USB Format Utility is a Windows application and is available for downloaded from Samsung's online Customer Support page. (Homepage : www.samsunghdd.com) Partitioning and Changing File System Type The Samsung External Hard Drive...
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...Update Tool User Guide rev 1.0.0 -5- Update Setup Screen Samsung Auto Backup Update Tool displays backup device information and conversion progress information. 1. Backup Device Info Selected Backup Device Select and confirm backup devices requiring an update. Number of Saved Files Indicates the number of backup files saved on the selected backup device. Available Backup Device Space Displays the amount of available space on the selected backup device. Number of Files requiring Conversion Displays the number of compression/encryption backup files that need...
...Update Tool User Guide rev 1.0.0 -5- Update Setup Screen Samsung Auto Backup Update Tool displays backup device information and conversion progress information. 1. Backup Device Info Selected Backup Device Select and confirm backup devices requiring an update. Number of Saved Files Indicates the number of backup files saved on the selected backup device. Available Backup Device Space Displays the amount of available space on the selected backup device. Number of Files requiring Conversion Displays the number of compression/encryption backup files that need...
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... for files that have been successfully converted and files that need to convert the selected backup device's compression/encryption backup files: 4. Click on Log. 8. button. 2. Click on the "..." Select the backup device. 3. Confirm your back up device selection. (Check the number of saved files, available space, etc.) Converting Follow these steps to select a backup device containing compression/encryption backup files that have encountered an error. This will display. 9. Samsung Auto Backup Update Tool User Guide rev...
... for files that have been successfully converted and files that need to convert the selected backup device's compression/encryption backup files: 4. Click on Log. 8. button. 2. Click on the "..." Select the backup device. 3. Confirm your back up device selection. (Check the number of saved files, available space, etc.) Converting Follow these steps to select a backup device containing compression/encryption backup files that have encountered an error. This will display. 9. Samsung Auto Backup Update Tool User Guide rev...
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... the Troubleshooting section first if you or to your S-Series External Hard Drive. User's Manual The User's Manual contains detailed information about features and instructions on how to you experience a problem with a quick start guide and a user's manual. Using this Manual Carefully read and understand the "Handling Precautions" section before using your S-Series External Hard Drive. Software and user's manuals are available for product improvement purposes. Ref. Read Me First User's Manual About this Manual Your product comes with the product. Quick Start Guide...
... the Troubleshooting section first if you or to your S-Series External Hard Drive. User's Manual The User's Manual contains detailed information about features and instructions on how to you experience a problem with a quick start guide and a user's manual. Using this Manual Carefully read and understand the "Handling Precautions" section before using your S-Series External Hard Drive. Software and user's manuals are available for product improvement purposes. Ref. Read Me First User's Manual About this Manual Your product comes with the product. Quick Start Guide...
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... corrode various parts and components. S-Series External Hard Drive 3 Do not unplug the data cable by severely pulling the cable. Bad sectors can be damaged and may cause a malfunction. Do not severely bend the data cable and do not place a heavy object over the data cable. Take care not to user's properties. Shock The external drive is damaged, it may cause a problem with the rated USB BUS Power. Product case or connector can...
... corrode various parts and components. S-Series External Hard Drive 3 Do not unplug the data cable by severely pulling the cable. Bad sectors can be damaged and may cause a malfunction. Do not severely bend the data cable and do not place a heavy object over the data cable. Take care not to user's properties. Shock The external drive is damaged, it may cause a problem with the rated USB BUS Power. Product case or connector can...
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... Actual accessible capacity may vary from virus infection. It may cause personal injuries and problem. Regular Virus Scanning Frequently scan the device for any mental or material damage incurred during data recovery. User's Manual Magnets Magnetic objects can cause various types of damage to your warranty. Disassembly and Label Removal For repair, please visit the designated (samsung) customer service center. Custody Related Keep the product and...
... Actual accessible capacity may vary from virus infection. It may cause personal injuries and problem. Regular Virus Scanning Frequently scan the device for any mental or material damage incurred during data recovery. User's Manual Magnets Magnetic objects can cause various types of damage to your warranty. Disassembly and Label Removal For repair, please visit the designated (samsung) customer service center. Custody Related Keep the product and...
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...Installation Guide 2 User's Manual 2 Using this Manual Handling Precautions 3 Supplied with the rated USB BUS Power 3 Installation Related 3 Data Cable Usage 3 Shock 3 Humidity 4 Magnets 4 Disassembly and Label Removal 4 Always Backup your Important Data 4 Regular Virus Scanning 4 Cleaning the product 4 Custody Related 4 Safely Remove Hardware Introduction 6 Introduction Specifications 7 S1 Mini / S2 Portable 8 S2 Portable 3.0 Connecting your S-Series 9 Installation 11 Windows 12 Macintosh Using your S-Series 13 13 15 15 16 Copying / Moving Files Removable Disk Method Safely Removing...
...Installation Guide 2 User's Manual 2 Using this Manual Handling Precautions 3 Supplied with the rated USB BUS Power 3 Installation Related 3 Data Cable Usage 3 Shock 3 Humidity 4 Magnets 4 Disassembly and Label Removal 4 Always Backup your Important Data 4 Regular Virus Scanning 4 Cleaning the product 4 Custody Related 4 Safely Remove Hardware Introduction 6 Introduction Specifications 7 S1 Mini / S2 Portable 8 S2 Portable 3.0 Connecting your S-Series 9 Installation 11 Windows 12 Macintosh Using your S-Series 13 13 15 15 16 Copying / Moving Files Removable Disk Method Safely Removing...
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... S-Series External Hard Drive, allows you to protect and manage your private data. S-Series External Hard Drive 6 Introduction User's Manual The S-Series External Hard Drive is part of the software bundle that supports USB. Unlike conventional desktop disk drives, the S-Series External Hard Drive makes it into your system without having to your computer through a USB port. This means that your S-Series External Hard Drive comes fully partitioned and formatted for you can instantly access to the drive by simply plugging it possible for your use...
... S-Series External Hard Drive, allows you to protect and manage your private data. S-Series External Hard Drive 6 Introduction User's Manual The S-Series External Hard Drive is part of the software bundle that supports USB. Unlike conventional desktop disk drives, the S-Series External Hard Drive makes it into your system without having to your computer through a USB port. This means that your S-Series External Hard Drive comes fully partitioned and formatted for you can instantly access to the drive by simply plugging it possible for your use...
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S-Series External Hard Drive 7 If your drive doesn't power on after connecting the USB cable, you purchase a S1 Mini / S2 Portable External Hard Drive, make sure that all components have been included in Progress : Blinking LED Some computers supply limited USB bus power. Specifications (S1 Mini / S2 Portable) User's Manual Category Interface Transfer Rate Power Operating System Hard Disk Capacity Dimensions (W x H x L) Color Format System S1 Mini S2 Portable High Speed USB 480 Mbps Max. Overview LED USB Port LED Description 1) Standby Status : Steadily...
S-Series External Hard Drive 7 If your drive doesn't power on after connecting the USB cable, you purchase a S1 Mini / S2 Portable External Hard Drive, make sure that all components have been included in Progress : Blinking LED Some computers supply limited USB bus power. Specifications (S1 Mini / S2 Portable) User's Manual Category Interface Transfer Rate Power Operating System Hard Disk Capacity Dimensions (W x H x L) Color Format System S1 Mini S2 Portable High Speed USB 480 Mbps Max. Overview LED USB Port LED Description 1) Standby Status : Steadily...
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...) Black FAT32 User's Manual System Requirements PC : Windows XP / Vista / 7 Upgrade your product package. Components S2 Portable 3.0 USB 3.0 Micro-B Cable Quick Start Guide Pouch When you purchase a S2 Portable 3.0 External Hard Drive, make sure that all components have been included in Progress : Blinking LED S-Series External Hard Drive 8 Specifications (S2 Portable 3.0) Category Interface Transfer Rate Power Operating System Hard Disk Capacity Dimensions (W x H x L) Color Format System S2 Portable 3.0 Super Speed USB 5 Gbps Max. Overview LED USB 3.0 Port LED Description...
...) Black FAT32 User's Manual System Requirements PC : Windows XP / Vista / 7 Upgrade your product package. Components S2 Portable 3.0 USB 3.0 Micro-B Cable Quick Start Guide Pouch When you purchase a S2 Portable 3.0 External Hard Drive, make sure that all components have been included in Progress : Blinking LED S-Series External Hard Drive 8 Specifications (S2 Portable 3.0) Category Interface Transfer Rate Power Operating System Hard Disk Capacity Dimensions (W x H x L) Color Format System S2 Portable 3.0 Super Speed USB 5 Gbps Max. Overview LED USB 3.0 Port LED Description...
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User's Manual Connecting your S1 Mini / S2 Portable Installation Verify that the computer meets the minimum system requirements as shown in #System Requirements. Connecting to the computer. Insert the USB cable to the desktop/laptop computer as outlined in Figures 1 and 2: Figure 1. S-Series External Hard Drive 9 Connecting to a Laptop Computer Your S-Series External Hard Drive will automatically activate once connected to a Desktop Computer Figure 2.
User's Manual Connecting your S1 Mini / S2 Portable Installation Verify that the computer meets the minimum system requirements as shown in #System Requirements. Connecting to the computer. Insert the USB cable to the desktop/laptop computer as outlined in Figures 1 and 2: Figure 1. S-Series External Hard Drive 9 Connecting to a Laptop Computer Your S-Series External Hard Drive will automatically activate once connected to a Desktop Computer Figure 2.
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USB 3.0 : Blue To use the S2 Portable 3.0 model at its maximum speed, you need a PC or a Host Card that the computer meets the minimum system requirements as shown in #System Requirements. Connecting to a Desktop Computer Figure 4. S-Series External Hard Drive 10 USB 2.0 : Green - Insert the USB cable to the desktop/laptop computer as outlined in Figures 3 and 4: Figure 3. Connecting to a Laptop Computer LED Color - Connecting your S2 Portable 3.0 User's Manual Installation Verify that supports USB 3.0 interface.
USB 3.0 : Blue To use the S2 Portable 3.0 model at its maximum speed, you need a PC or a Host Card that the computer meets the minimum system requirements as shown in #System Requirements. Connecting to a Desktop Computer Figure 4. S-Series External Hard Drive 10 USB 2.0 : Green - Insert the USB cable to the desktop/laptop computer as outlined in Figures 3 and 4: Figure 3. Connecting to a Laptop Computer LED Color - Connecting your S2 Portable 3.0 User's Manual Installation Verify that supports USB 3.0 interface.
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...manuals that enables you connect your S-Series External Hard Drive to your S-Series External Hard Drive. Samsung Auto Backup and Samsung SecretZone™ will automatically activate the installation wizard. These applications support the Windows only. Samsung Auto Backup Installation 1.You will display. 17 The application provides both manual and automatic (scheduled) backup features and includes various backup options such as backup in compressed file format and use of filters for backup files. Select "Install Samsung Tools" to backup individual files. Samsung Auto Backup...
...manuals that enables you connect your S-Series External Hard Drive to your S-Series External Hard Drive. Samsung Auto Backup and Samsung SecretZone™ will automatically activate the installation wizard. These applications support the Windows only. Samsung Auto Backup Installation 1.You will display. 17 The application provides both manual and automatic (scheduled) backup features and includes various backup options such as backup in compressed file format and use of filters for backup files. Select "Install Samsung Tools" to backup individual files. Samsung Auto Backup...
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... Settings Dialog User's Manual Configure the various backup options. For file groups, the application provides preconfigured groups and the ability to be excluded from the source. Figure 19. S-Series External Hard Drive 21 File Filter Configuration Dialog From the File Filter Configuration dialog, you will be able to select types of files from the backup process.You can define these files by grouping or by specific file extensions. Clicking "Next" without making...
... Settings Dialog User's Manual Configure the various backup options. For file groups, the application provides preconfigured groups and the ability to be excluded from the source. Figure 19. S-Series External Hard Drive 21 File Filter Configuration Dialog From the File Filter Configuration dialog, you will be able to select types of files from the backup process.You can define these files by grouping or by specific file extensions. Clicking "Next" without making...
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S-Series External Hard Drive 22 New Schedule Dialog Select how often and when you exit the backup configuration wizard. Therefore, the application will prompt the New Schedule dialog. Figure 21. From the Backup Scheduling dialog, click "Finish" to perform real time backup by default. Figure 20. Clicking the "Add" button will automatically back up the content of "My Documents" after you wish Auto Backup to configure and...
S-Series External Hard Drive 22 New Schedule Dialog Select how often and when you exit the backup configuration wizard. Therefore, the application will prompt the New Schedule dialog. Figure 21. From the Backup Scheduling dialog, click "Finish" to perform real time backup by default. Figure 20. Clicking the "Add" button will automatically back up the content of "My Documents" after you wish Auto Backup to configure and...
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Quick Backup User's Manual Figure 28. Figure 27. Stop & Read Files and folder that have been backed up . S-Series External Hard Drive 25 Right-click on your selection and then select "Quick Backup" from the context menu. Backup Completion Dialog Quick Backup will only function with Quick Backup are automatically stored as backups of originals. Original File Selection Screen - Quick Backup Select file(s) and/or folder(s) you wish to back up with the backup device properly configured.
Quick Backup User's Manual Figure 28. Figure 27. Stop & Read Files and folder that have been backed up . S-Series External Hard Drive 25 Right-click on your selection and then select "Quick Backup" from the context menu. Backup Completion Dialog Quick Backup will only function with Quick Backup are automatically stored as backups of originals. Original File Selection Screen - Quick Backup Select file(s) and/or folder(s) you wish to back up with the backup device properly configured.
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... restoring backup files. File Filter Screen User's Manual Restore file filter wizard lets you designate the types of file extensions and/or file groups you wish to restore or exclude from restoring and then click "Finish." Clicking "Finish" without making any change in much faster processing times. After configuring the options, click "Finish" to restore all file types. Restore Completion Screen S-Series External Hard Drive 28 Samsung Auto Backup Engine window will...
... restoring backup files. File Filter Screen User's Manual Restore file filter wizard lets you designate the types of file extensions and/or file groups you wish to restore or exclude from restoring and then click "Finish." Clicking "Finish" without making any change in much faster processing times. After configuring the options, click "Finish" to restore all file types. Restore Completion Screen S-Series External Hard Drive 28 Samsung Auto Backup Engine window will...
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... changed to download a format utility from our website. (Caution : Formatting will work normally when you back up under Windows Explorer. My computer will erase all data stored in the drive can 't copy files. Q6. File transfer takes too long. To use the S2 Portable 3.0 model at Samsung Electronics' customer support website. Type of file system used for the drive, partitioning arrangement, type of insufficient power. A6. If the drive is formatted to S-Series External Hard Drive. You will experience slow file transfer speeds...
... changed to download a format utility from our website. (Caution : Formatting will work normally when you back up under Windows Explorer. My computer will erase all data stored in the drive can 't copy files. Q6. File transfer takes too long. To use the S2 Portable 3.0 model at Samsung Electronics' customer support website. Type of file system used for the drive, partitioning arrangement, type of insufficient power. A6. If the drive is formatted to S-Series External Hard Drive. You will experience slow file transfer speeds...
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... the Samsung external hard disk drive but does not supersede regional and national laws and regulations. improper installation; Also, consequential damages; operation; Our limited warranties are not recoverable under normal use ; Submit your original drive and data recovery is received at freight collect. Samsung warranties do not cover data loss - Limited Warranty Samsung makes the following limited warranty applies to the instructions in materials or workmanship; (c) the Products will replace your drive is...
... the Samsung external hard disk drive but does not supersede regional and national laws and regulations. improper installation; Also, consequential damages; operation; Our limited warranties are not recoverable under normal use ; Submit your original drive and data recovery is received at freight collect. Samsung warranties do not cover data loss - Limited Warranty Samsung makes the following limited warranty applies to the instructions in materials or workmanship; (c) the Products will replace your drive is...