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... system hardware, and system software versions available. Most technical support questions can be answered through our knowledge base or e-mail support service at https://www.wdc.com/register. My Book World Edition | 1 WD Service and Support Should you encounter any problem, please give us keep you... prefer, please contact WD at support.wdc.com and choose from these topics: ...
... system hardware, and system software versions available. Most technical support questions can be answered through our knowledge base or e-mail support service at https://www.wdc.com/register. My Book World Edition | 1 WD Service and Support Should you encounter any problem, please give us keep you... prefer, please contact WD at support.wdc.com and choose from these topics: ...
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... Guide Optional Accessories For more information on your data will be preserved. Outside the U.S., visit support.wdc.com. Drive Format My Book World Edition is recommended that is pre-configured to the Apple menu and select Software Update. Mac OS® X Tiger® or Leopard® • Web browser (Internet Explorer 6.0 SP1 and...
... Guide Optional Accessories For more information on your data will be preserved. Outside the U.S., visit support.wdc.com. Drive Format My Book World Edition is recommended that is pre-configured to the Apple menu and select Software Update. Mac OS® X Tiger® or Leopard® • Web browser (Internet Explorer 6.0 SP1 and...
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Turn on the desktop, go to support.wdc.com and search the knowledge base for the operating system to make the shared drive icon permanent on your preferences. You can now drag and drop files into the shared folders using Finder. My Book World Edition | 5 Double-click the Public share, then click OK...
Turn on the desktop, go to support.wdc.com and search the knowledge base for the operating system to make the shared drive icon permanent on your preferences. You can now drag and drop files into the shared folders using Finder. My Book World Edition | 5 Double-click the Public share, then click OK...
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... make the shared drive icon permanent on your computer and wait for the operating system to support.wdc.com and search the knowledge base for all other basic and advanced device management functions. My Book World Edition | 6 Note: The share may appear as a shared drive icon on the desktop depending on the...
... make the shared drive icon permanent on your computer and wait for the operating system to support.wdc.com and search the knowledge base for all other basic and advanced device management functions. My Book World Edition | 6 Note: The share may appear as a shared drive icon on the desktop depending on the...
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...from information technology equipment. Environmental Compliance (China) GNU General Public License ("GPL") Firmware incorporated into My Book World Edition includes third party copyrighted software licensed under the GPL ("GPL Software"). Warranty Information Obtaining Service WD values your WD ...support.wdc.com), accident or mishandling while in a residential installation. Other marks may be used near a radio or television receiver in connection with the limits of a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are trademarks of Western Digital...
...from information technology equipment. Environmental Compliance (China) GNU General Public License ("GPL") Firmware incorporated into My Book World Edition includes third party copyrighted software licensed under the GPL ("GPL Software"). Warranty Information Obtaining Service WD values your WD ...support.wdc.com), accident or mishandling while in a residential installation. Other marks may be used near a radio or television receiver in connection with the limits of a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are trademarks of Western Digital...
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...Support 1 Registering Your WD Product 2 1 Overview 3 Introduction 3 Drive Format 3 Specifications Kit Contents 5 Accessories 5 System Requirements 6 Pre-Installation 6 Recording Your WD Product Information 7 System View 8 Ports 8 Reset Button 8 Power Button 9 Kensington Security Slot 9 LED Indicators (Lights 10 2 My Book World Edition... Basic Setup 11 Step 1: Connect My Book World Edition to the Network 11 Step 2: Access My Book World Edition on the Network 12 3 Backing Up Computers on the Network 23...
...Support 1 Registering Your WD Product 2 1 Overview 3 Introduction 3 Drive Format 3 Specifications Kit Contents 5 Accessories 5 System Requirements 6 Pre-Installation 6 Recording Your WD Product Information 7 System View 8 Ports 8 Reset Button 8 Power Button 9 Kensington Security Slot 9 LED Indicators (Lights 10 2 My Book World Edition... Basic Setup 11 Step 1: Connect My Book World Edition to the Network 11 Step 2: Access My Book World Edition on the Network 12 3 Backing Up Computers on the Network 23...
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... 6 How to Play/Stream Video, Music & Photos . . . . .64 Media Server Overview 64 Media Types Supported 64 Media Storage 64 Media Devices 66 7 Using iTunes with My Book World Edition 73 iTunes Media Server Overview 73 Media Types Supported 73 Storing Content 73 Streaming Audio in iTunes 73 8 Using WD Discovery (Windows only 75...
... 6 How to Play/Stream Video, Music & Photos . . . . .64 Media Server Overview 64 Media Types Supported 64 Media Storage 64 Media Devices 66 7 Using iTunes with My Book World Edition 73 iTunes Media Server Overview 73 Media Types Supported 73 Storing Content 73 Streaming Audio in iTunes 73 8 Using WD Discovery (Windows only 75...
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... and system software versions available. WD SERVICE AND SUPPORT - 1 Get Warranty, Product Replacement (RMA), RMA Status, and Data Recovery Information. • Knowledge Base - MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL WD Service and Support Should you informed of new features and services, ...remember to get the latest updates and special offers. • Warranty & RMA Services - Contacting WD Technical Support When contacting WD for your first...
... and system software versions available. WD SERVICE AND SUPPORT - 1 Get Warranty, Product Replacement (RMA), RMA Status, and Data Recovery Information. • Knowledge Base - MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL WD Service and Support Should you informed of new features and services, ...remember to get the latest updates and special offers. • Warranty & RMA Services - Contacting WD Technical Support When contacting WD for your first...
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MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL Registering Your WD Product Your WD product includes 30 days of your product. WD SERVICE AND SUPPORT - 2 The 30-day period commences on the date of free technical support during the applicable warranty period for your first telephone contact with WD technical support. Register online at register.wdc.com.
MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL Registering Your WD Product Your WD product includes 30 days of your product. WD SERVICE AND SUPPORT - 2 The 30-day period commences on the date of free technical support during the applicable warranty period for your first telephone contact with WD technical support. Register online at register.wdc.com.
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... a single-drive configuration. • My Book World Edition II is a dual-drive system that is pre-configured to this product visit our website at www.westerndigital.com. My Book World Edition II also supports RAID 0 (Striped) mode for extra data protection. Translated ...versions and updates to RAID 1 (Mirrored) mode for maximum capacity and accelerated performance. OVERVIEW - 3 MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL 1 Overview Introduction Congratulations...
... a single-drive configuration. • My Book World Edition II is a dual-drive system that is pre-configured to this product visit our website at www.westerndigital.com. My Book World Edition II also supports RAID 0 (Striped) mode for extra data protection. Translated ...versions and updates to RAID 1 (Mirrored) mode for maximum capacity and accelerated performance. OVERVIEW - 3 MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL 1 Overview Introduction Congratulations...
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...; Ethernet (RJ-45) port Supported clients • Windows XP® • Windows Vista™ • Windows® 7 • Windows Server® 2003 (latest service packs required) • Mac OS® X® Tiger® • Mac OS® X Leopard® • Mac OS®X Snow Leopard™ Physical dimensions My Book World Edition • Length: 6.5 in...
...; Ethernet (RJ-45) port Supported clients • Windows XP® • Windows Vista™ • Windows® 7 • Windows Server® 2003 (latest service packs required) • Mac OS® X® Tiger® • Mac OS® X Leopard® • Mac OS®X Snow Leopard™ Physical dimensions My Book World Edition • Length: 6.5 in...
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OVERVIEW - 5 Outside the U.S., visit support.wdc.com. only) to view additional accessories like cables, power supplies, additional hard drives, and drive mounting rails for this product. Kit Contents MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL My Book World Edition AC adapter* Ethernet cable Installation CD with application software and user manual Quick Install Guide 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 or...
OVERVIEW - 5 Outside the U.S., visit support.wdc.com. only) to view additional accessories like cables, power supplies, additional hard drives, and drive mounting rails for this product. Kit Contents MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL My Book World Edition AC adapter* Ethernet cable Installation CD with application software and user manual Quick Install Guide 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 or...
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...; Windows 2003 Active Directory Service/Windows XP/Windows Vista/Windows 7 • Mac OS X Tiger, Leopard, or Snow Leopard • Web browser (Internet Explorer 6.0 SP1 and later on supported Windows and Mac platforms) • Adobe Flash ActiveX 9 or higher (required for maximum efficiency.../switch (Gigabit required to the Apple menu and select Software Update. Compatibility may vary depending on Mac platforms supported by this product; MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL System Requirements Note: For optimum performance, the following system and network requirements are recommended...
...; Windows 2003 Active Directory Service/Windows XP/Windows Vista/Windows 7 • Mac OS X Tiger, Leopard, or Snow Leopard • Web browser (Internet Explorer 6.0 SP1 and later on supported Windows and Mac platforms) • Adobe Flash ActiveX 9 or higher (required for maximum efficiency.../switch (Gigabit required to the Apple menu and select Software Update. Compatibility may vary depending on Mac platforms supported by this product; MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL System Requirements Note: For optimum performance, the following system and network requirements are recommended...
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Serial Number: Model Number: Purchase Date: System and Software Notes: OVERVIEW - 7 MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL Recording Your WD Product Information In the following table, write the serial number and model number of the device. Also, write the purchase date and other notes such as your new WD product found on the label on the bottom of your operating system and version. This information is necessary for setup and technical support.
Serial Number: Model Number: Purchase Date: System and Software Notes: OVERVIEW - 7 MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL Recording Your WD Product Information In the following table, write the serial number and model number of the device. Also, write the purchase date and other notes such as your new WD product found on the label on the bottom of your operating system and version. This information is necessary for setup and technical support.
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...disconnect and then reconnect the power plug, the unit powers up . Power Button MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL Important: The device powers on automatically upon initial connection to power, which supports a standard Kensington security cable. To turn the unit on the device, press the power button ...and hold it down for about 30 seconds and then powers itself down a My Book World Edition by plugging in the external power supply...
...disconnect and then reconnect the power plug, the unit powers up . Power Button MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL Important: The device powers on automatically upon initial connection to power, which supports a standard Kensington security cable. To turn the unit on the device, press the power button ...and hold it down for about 30 seconds and then powers itself down a My Book World Edition by plugging in the external power supply...
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...everyone (public) or with selected users on your My Book World Edition network storage system. It enables you are supported. The TwonkyMedia™ server application searches for further information on TwonkyMedia. Media Types Supported Shared Music Shared Videos Shared Pictures Audio files Video files Image Files... other PCs on your home entertainment center, game consoles (for example, Xbox 360™, PlayStation® 3, or DLNA® 1.5 Digital Media Adapters, such as your home network. Please refer to your device's user manual to see which formats are ready to stream and...
...everyone (public) or with selected users on your My Book World Edition network storage system. It enables you are supported. The TwonkyMedia™ server application searches for further information on TwonkyMedia. Media Types Supported Shared Music Shared Videos Shared Pictures Audio files Video files Image Files... other PCs on your home entertainment center, game consoles (for example, Xbox 360™, PlayStation® 3, or DLNA® 1.5 Digital Media Adapters, such as your home network. Please refer to your device's user manual to see which formats are ready to stream and...
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...To stream media using and updating your files to their corresponding folders, you can use a variety of media devices to the Microsoft Media Player support site for more information on using Windows Media Player 11 or 12 Library: 1. Click Control Panel>Network and Sharing Center. 2. Click Customize..... • PlayStation 3 on page 71. • Digital Picture Frames on page 71. • Network Music Player on page 72. • Digital Media Adapters on page 72. • DLNA Devices on page 68. • Xbox 360 - MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL Media Devices Now that you have copied your...
...To stream media using and updating your files to their corresponding folders, you can use a variety of media devices to the Microsoft Media Player support site for more information on using Windows Media Player 11 or 12 Library: 1. Click Control Panel>Network and Sharing Center. 2. Click Customize..... • PlayStation 3 on page 71. • Digital Picture Frames on page 71. • Network Music Player on page 72. • Digital Media Adapters on page 72. • DLNA Devices on page 68. • Xbox 360 - MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL Media Devices Now that you have copied your...
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...WD TV Live HD Media Player You can choose Wireless if you want to support.wdc.com and search the Knowledge Base for using the WD TV Live to ...your WD TV Live HD Media Player user guide for more specific instructions on connecting to the My Book World Edition and accessing and playing your LAN network for access to your media content. 1. Make sure the WD TV Live... can connect the WD TV Live HD Media Player to media content stored in a network drive such as the My Book World Edition. For a list of compatible adapters, please go to play. HOW TO PLAY/STREAM VIDEO, MUSIC & PHOTOS - 68 Double...
...WD TV Live HD Media Player You can choose Wireless if you want to support.wdc.com and search the Knowledge Base for using the WD TV Live to ...your WD TV Live HD Media Player user guide for more specific instructions on connecting to the My Book World Edition and accessing and playing your LAN network for access to your media content. 1. Make sure the WD TV Live... can connect the WD TV Live HD Media Player to media content stored in a network drive such as the My Book World Edition. For a list of compatible adapters, please go to play. HOW TO PLAY/STREAM VIDEO, MUSIC & PHOTOS - 68 Double...
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... button on the device name you wish to access, and then press Enter to the Microsoft Xbox 360 support site for the selected media type displays. MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL 11. Xbox 360 Note: Please go to start media playback. You see Video, Music and ...Picture Library options. 4. HOW TO PLAY/STREAM VIDEO, MUSIC & PHOTOS - 70 Supported content for more information on using and updating your...
... button on the device name you wish to access, and then press Enter to the Microsoft Xbox 360 support site for the selected media type displays. MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL 11. Xbox 360 Note: Please go to start media playback. You see Video, Music and ...Picture Library options. 4. HOW TO PLAY/STREAM VIDEO, MUSIC & PHOTOS - 70 Supported content for more information on using and updating your...
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... user interface to establish connection so that your My Book World Edition is connected to your home's local network and is powered on accessing and viewing your pictures. Digital Picture Frames The following are powered on your photo frame that ...corresponds to your pictures. Once you select Photo from the main user interface screen, open the corresponding Photo folder to the right of drivers. 3. PlayStation 3 MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL Note: Please go to the Sony® PlayStation support...
... user interface to establish connection so that your My Book World Edition is connected to your home's local network and is powered on accessing and viewing your pictures. Digital Picture Frames The following are powered on your photo frame that ...corresponds to your pictures. Once you select Photo from the main user interface screen, open the corresponding Photo folder to the right of drivers. 3. PlayStation 3 MY BOOK WORLD EDITION USER MANUAL Note: Please go to the Sony® PlayStation support...