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...notice, and is granted by this document may apply. For updates or additional information about Samsung products, contact your local Samsung store or visit Samsung website (https://www.samsung.com/portable-ssd and https://www.samsung.com/support). All rights reserved. Except as the property of sale ...on an "AS IS" basis, without warranties of any kind. DISCLAIMER SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE PRODUCTS, INFORMATION AND SPECIFICATIONS AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE. Copyright © 2018, Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. No license of any patent, copyright, mask work,...
...notice, and is granted by this document may apply. For updates or additional information about Samsung products, contact your local Samsung store or visit Samsung website (https://www.samsung.com/portable-ssd and https://www.samsung.com/support). All rights reserved. Except as the property of sale ...on an "AS IS" basis, without warranties of any kind. DISCLAIMER SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE PRODUCTS, INFORMATION AND SPECIFICATIONS AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE. Copyright © 2018, Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. No license of any patent, copyright, mask work,...
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Samsung Portable SSD X5 User Manual Table of Contents Introduction...1 Getting Started ...2 What's In the Box ...2 How to Connect / Disconnect ...2 System Requirements...3 Operating System Requirements ...3 File Formats ...4 Capacity of X5 Displayed on the System ...4 Using X5 ...5 Connecting X5...5 Disconnecting X5 ...5 LED behavior by product status...6 Installing...Unplugging the Cable 16 Perform Virus Scans and Updates ...16 Clean the Product ...16 Keep Away from Children, Infants and Animals 16 Product Specifications and Certifications 17 Product Specifications ...17 Certifications ...18
Samsung Portable SSD X5 User Manual Table of Contents Introduction...1 Getting Started ...2 What's In the Box ...2 How to Connect / Disconnect ...2 System Requirements...3 Operating System Requirements ...3 File Formats ...4 Capacity of X5 Displayed on the System ...4 Using X5 ...5 Connecting X5...5 Disconnecting X5 ...5 LED behavior by product status...6 Installing...Unplugging the Cable 16 Perform Virus Scans and Updates ...16 Clean the Product ...16 Keep Away from Children, Infants and Animals 16 Product Specifications and Certifications 17 Product Specifications ...17 Certifications ...18
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... cutting-edge NVMe™ and Thunderbolt™ 3 technologies. Strong Data Protection The X5 offers powerful data protection through Samsung Portable SSD software. Revolutionary Design and Well-Engineered Reliability Inspired by automatically maintaining optimal operating temperatures, while a heat sink...Thunderbolt and the Thunderbolt logo are trademark of up to your X5 using password protection based on AES 256-bit hardware encryption. 1) Based on -the-go workplace Unrivaled Speed Samsung Portable SSD X5 leverages technological synergies between NVMe™ and Thunderbolt™...
... cutting-edge NVMe™ and Thunderbolt™ 3 technologies. Strong Data Protection The X5 offers powerful data protection through Samsung Portable SSD software. Revolutionary Design and Well-Engineered Reliability Inspired by automatically maintaining optimal operating temperatures, while a heat sink...Thunderbolt and the Thunderbolt logo are trademark of up to your X5 using password protection based on AES 256-bit hardware encryption. 1) Based on -the-go workplace Unrivaled Speed Samsung Portable SSD X5 leverages technological synergies between NVMe™ and Thunderbolt™...
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...™ 3 (40 Gbps) USB-C cable • Quick Start Guide & Warranty Statement Thunderbolt™ 3 connection port How to Connect / Disconnect ① Connect the drive to protect your data. 2 Getting Started Before using the Samsung Portable SSD X5 (referred to as "X5"), please read this User Manual thoroughly so that you may know how to...
...™ 3 (40 Gbps) USB-C cable • Quick Start Guide & Warranty Statement Thunderbolt™ 3 connection port How to Connect / Disconnect ① Connect the drive to protect your data. 2 Getting Started Before using the Samsung Portable SSD X5 (referred to as "X5"), please read this User Manual thoroughly so that you may know how to...
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... 32-bit or 64-bit version of Windows. 3) Not backward compatible/does not work on USB-c ports that only support USB. 4) Always update the system bios, driver, and performance measurement tool to 40Gbps bandwidth which is two times faster than the previous Thunderbolt™ 2 and eight... type to see if you're running . System Requirements Mac and Windows PCs with Thunderbolt™ 3 ports3) 4) ※ Thunderbolt™ 3 Interface Support Thunderbolt™ 3 is a hardware interface that enables high-speed data transfer of up to the latest version. 5) Thunderbolt™ 3 has a USB-C...
... 32-bit or 64-bit version of Windows. 3) Not backward compatible/does not work on USB-c ports that only support USB. 4) Always update the system bios, driver, and performance measurement tool to 40Gbps bandwidth which is two times faster than the previous Thunderbolt™ 2 and eight... type to see if you're running . System Requirements Mac and Windows PCs with Thunderbolt™ 3 ports3) 4) ※ Thunderbolt™ 3 Interface Support Thunderbolt™ 3 is a hardware interface that enables high-speed data transfer of up to the latest version. 5) Thunderbolt™ 3 has a USB-C...
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If such problem occurs, you can restore write access by following the instructions below. Mac OS: Connect X5 to your Mac again, and perform Eject. Windows OS: When the notice pops up saying that OS. (e.g.) Read/... your computer vary depending on the OS, as below . Capacity of X5 Displayed on the System The capacity reported by the system to which is supported by your computer due to use X5 on a single OS, it by each operating system File Formats Windows OS Mac OS exFAT Both read and...
If such problem occurs, you can restore write access by following the instructions below. Mac OS: Connect X5 to your Mac again, and perform Eject. Windows OS: When the notice pops up saying that OS. (e.g.) Read/... your computer vary depending on the OS, as below . Capacity of X5 Displayed on the System The capacity reported by the system to which is supported by your computer due to use X5 on a single OS, it by each operating system File Formats Windows OS Mac OS exFAT Both read and...
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... icon, and select Eject or drag the icon to the Trash to "Approve" Thunderbolt 3 devices. Using X5 Connecting X5 Select the cable compatible with this instruction. Connect one end of the cable to the device and the other end to comply with your device. When using the Thunderbolt 3 storages (X5) for... the first time in the Windows OS, you wish to the X5. * Samsung shall not be notified by user's failure to the X5. Unplugging from the tray, select the device you need to safely remove the product. Once...
... icon, and select Eject or drag the icon to the Trash to "Approve" Thunderbolt 3 devices. Using X5 Connecting X5 Select the cable compatible with this instruction. Connect one end of the cable to the device and the other end to comply with your device. When using the Thunderbolt 3 storages (X5) for... the first time in the Windows OS, you wish to the X5. * Samsung shall not be notified by user's failure to the X5. Unplugging from the tray, select the device you need to safely remove the product. Once...
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... / Idle Read / Write LED Behavior Solid White Blinking White Installing Samsumg Portable SSD Software (For Password protection and Firmware update) Connect the X5 to a PC/Laptop, find the below installation files in your computer. 6 Only PC versions (macOS version/Windows OS version) of Samsung Portable SSD Software support X5, while the existing Android version (App) does not...
... / Idle Read / Write LED Behavior Solid White Blinking White Installing Samsumg Portable SSD Software (For Password protection and Firmware update) Connect the X5 to a PC/Laptop, find the below installation files in your computer. 6 Only PC versions (macOS version/Windows OS version) of Samsung Portable SSD Software support X5, while the existing Android version (App) does not...
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... the installation by forgotten or stolen passwords. If the kernel extension is no password recovery option. If you can set a password through online service rendered by factory reset. Running Samsung Portable SSD Software Select "Samsung Portable SSD" application icon on each screen of 3rd party drivers, including SATSMARTDriver are mutually exclusive. Please keep the device as secure as following instruction. 7 Samsung...
... the installation by forgotten or stolen passwords. If the kernel extension is no password recovery option. If you can set a password through online service rendered by factory reset. Running Samsung Portable SSD Software Select "Samsung Portable SSD" application icon on each screen of 3rd party drivers, including SATSMARTDriver are mutually exclusive. Please keep the device as secure as following instruction. 7 Samsung...
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... getting access to SamsungPortableSSD.exe which means that you fail to type correct password, your access will be confined to capacity of the data protected by password. * When both Samsung Portable SSD Driver and SATSMARTDriver are installed and conflict is detected, the instructions like the following will be locked out of about 128MB allocated to the...
... getting access to SamsungPortableSSD.exe which means that you fail to type correct password, your access will be confined to capacity of the data protected by password. * When both Samsung Portable SSD Driver and SATSMARTDriver are installed and conflict is detected, the instructions like the following will be locked out of about 128MB allocated to the...
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...in the X5 will be initially displayed. Once you enter your password and unlock successfully, the full capacity of each OS (or higher) only. Please check whether your system. * You may choose another Samsung Portable SSD by certain version of X5 will be displayed in ... Software lists the entire host devices (up to 6) to which Samsung Portable SSD is connected. 9 Home screen * Depending on the user environment, the "SamsungPortableSSD Software" may not be supported by clicking X5's name on Mac. * Password protection may be executed automatically. In such case, please double-click...
...in the X5 will be initially displayed. Once you enter your password and unlock successfully, the full capacity of each OS (or higher) only. Please check whether your system. * You may choose another Samsung Portable SSD by certain version of X5 will be displayed in ... Software lists the entire host devices (up to 6) to which Samsung Portable SSD is connected. 9 Home screen * Depending on the user environment, the "SamsungPortableSSD Software" may not be supported by clicking X5's name on Mac. * Password protection may be executed automatically. In such case, please double-click...
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... please click toggle button and enter correct password. 4. Refer to the table below for Mac OS) from the Samsung website (http://www.samsung.com/portable-ssd) and install it to change the settings. • Security Mode For making a change in Settings You can see the storage capacity on ...main page and change your security mode/user name/password of X5 security status indicator...
... please click toggle button and enter correct password. 4. Refer to the table below for Mac OS) from the Samsung website (http://www.samsung.com/portable-ssd) and install it to change the settings. • Security Mode For making a change in Settings You can see the storage capacity on ...main page and change your security mode/user name/password of X5 security status indicator...
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For changing password, please click "CHANGE" button. 11 Settings screen (Security Mode OFF) • Name /Password You can change Name and Password.
For changing password, please click "CHANGE" button. 11 Settings screen (Security Mode OFF) • Name /Password You can change Name and Password.
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... latest software ("SW") or firmware ("FW") and update it. Any access to PSSD, including copying/deleting/formatting partition, while FW is connected. Only PC versions (macOS version/Windows OS version) of X5, Samsung Portable SSD Software update is connected to ensure that support Thunderbolt™ 3. By clicking "UPDATE" button ( ), you can refresh update status. By clicking arrow...
... latest software ("SW") or firmware ("FW") and update it. Any access to PSSD, including copying/deleting/formatting partition, while FW is connected. Only PC versions (macOS version/Windows OS version) of X5, Samsung Portable SSD Software update is connected to ensure that support Thunderbolt™ 3. By clicking "UPDATE" button ( ), you can refresh update status. By clicking arrow...
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.... Select SW Default Language Default language may not delete "Samsung Portable SSD" SW completely. Go to be deleted manually by executing CleanupAll.scpt in SW installation path. (Normally #osascript ~/Library/Application Support/PortableSSD/CleanupAll.scpt) *Third party cleaner such as AppCleaner may be selected under Regional Setting. 8. But X5 FW update is available for detail information. 7.
.... Select SW Default Language Default language may not delete "Samsung Portable SSD" SW completely. Go to be deleted manually by executing CleanupAll.scpt in SW installation path. (Normally #osascript ~/Library/Application Support/PortableSSD/CleanupAll.scpt) *Third party cleaner such as AppCleaner may be selected under Regional Setting. 8. But X5 FW update is available for detail information. 7.
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...of repairs, please contact a Samsung Service Center only or such other service providers designated by loss and/or restoration of data stored on the product. If the product cannot be used due to user'sfailure to enter correct password, the only way to factory settings via an online service by...result in a complete loss of this manual may cause malfunction or data loss. Back Up Important Data No computer system can be accessed if password is to have the product avoid any kind caused by Samsung. 15 Safeguard User Password Because X5 utilizes advanced encryption technologies, ...
...of repairs, please contact a Samsung Service Center only or such other service providers designated by loss and/or restoration of data stored on the product. If the product cannot be used due to user'sfailure to enter correct password, the only way to factory settings via an online service by...result in a complete loss of this manual may cause malfunction or data loss. Back Up Important Data No computer system can be accessed if password is to have the product avoid any kind caused by Samsung. 15 Safeguard User Password Because X5 utilizes advanced encryption technologies, ...
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... After downloading files to prevent them from Children, Infants and Animals Small parts pose risk of nongenuine parts or accessories. Do not use genuine parts and accessories certified by Samsung. It may cause discoloration or corrosion in Unplugging the Cable Do not pull or ... clean the product by use of suffocation. Perform Virus Scans and Updates Please follow the following safety guidelines to prevent virus infections. Install an anti-virus program on a regular basis. Always update the operating system and the anti-virus software with a soft cloth...
... After downloading files to prevent them from Children, Infants and Animals Small parts pose risk of nongenuine parts or accessories. Do not use genuine parts and accessories certified by Samsung. It may cause discoloration or corrosion in Unplugging the Cable Do not pull or ... clean the product by use of suffocation. Perform Virus Scans and Updates Please follow the following safety guidelines to prevent virus infections. Install an anti-virus program on a regular basis. Always update the operating system and the anti-virus software with a soft cloth...
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...different measurement standard. 8) Exact weight of product may vary depending on PCs only support USB) OS) macOS Sierra (10.12) or higher / Windows 10 64bit ...500GB: Up to 2,100 MB/s) Security Encryption Security AES 256-bit hardware encryption Password protection (Optional) Operating Temperature Non-Operating 0°C to 60°C -40...Samsung's internal testing standards with Thunderbolt 3 ports Compatibility (Not backward compatible/ does not work on host configuration, cable and user system environment. 17 Product Specifications and Certifications Product Specifications Samsung...
...different measurement standard. 8) Exact weight of product may vary depending on PCs only support USB) OS) macOS Sierra (10.12) or higher / Windows 10 64bit ...500GB: Up to 2,100 MB/s) Security Encryption Security AES 256-bit hardware encryption Password protection (Optional) Operating Temperature Non-Operating 0°C to 60°C -40...Samsung's internal testing standards with Thunderbolt 3 ports Compatibility (Not backward compatible/ does not work on host configuration, cable and user system environment. 17 Product Specifications and Certifications Product Specifications Samsung...
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... an experienced radio/TV technician for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. CANADA COMPLIANCE STATEMENT This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of your household waste disposal service, or the shop where you purchased the product. If this product must not... in a residential installation. Certifications Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment This symbol on the product or on , the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more information about where you can be disposed of with the instructions, may cause harmful...
... an experienced radio/TV technician for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. CANADA COMPLIANCE STATEMENT This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of your household waste disposal service, or the shop where you purchased the product. If this product must not... in a residential installation. Certifications Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment This symbol on the product or on , the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more information about where you can be disposed of with the instructions, may cause harmful...
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...UK KC (Korea Certification) Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. 모델명 MU-PB500B MU-PB1T0B MU-PB2T0B 정격 5V 2.5V 5V 2.5V 5V 2.5V R-REM-SEC-MU-PB2T0B B 19 Samsung Electronics Blackbushe Business Park, ...Yateley, GU46 6GG. The device complies with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/30/EU, 2014/35/EU and 2011/65/EU. Operation is /are in compliance with Part...
...UK KC (Korea Certification) Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. 모델명 MU-PB500B MU-PB1T0B MU-PB2T0B 정격 5V 2.5V 5V 2.5V 5V 2.5V R-REM-SEC-MU-PB2T0B B 19 Samsung Electronics Blackbushe Business Park, ...Yateley, GU46 6GG. The device complies with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/30/EU, 2014/35/EU and 2011/65/EU. Operation is /are in compliance with Part...