Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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Quick Install Guide WD Dual-option™ Media Center and Combo External Storage Products 1 System Requirements Windows® ! An available OHCI-compliant FireWire port and/or USB* port ! The license agreement window is required for your new external USB hard drive is completed. In the next window,... the Drive Note: For a single drive, WD recommends using the installation CD. A hard drive icon with the name you to the user manual on your desktop and your drive. 3. After restarting, a new hard drive icon appears on the right panel. To proceed, select I and...
Quick Install Guide WD Dual-option™ Media Center and Combo External Storage Products 1 System Requirements Windows® ! An available OHCI-compliant FireWire port and/or USB* port ! The license agreement window is required for your new external USB hard drive is completed. In the next window,... the Drive Note: For a single drive, WD recommends using the installation CD. A hard drive icon with the name you to the user manual on your desktop and your drive. 3. After restarting, a new hard drive icon appears on the right panel. To proceed, select I and...
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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... system manual or visit support.wdc.com, click Knowledge Base, and search for answer ID 1053 for Windows 2000 or answer ID 1021 for answer ID 1201. Connect the other end of the power cord to an available USB port on your system configuration, your WD Dual-option product. Formatting the Drive Your WD Dual-option...
... system manual or visit support.wdc.com, click Knowledge Base, and search for answer ID 1053 for Windows 2000 or answer ID 1021 for answer ID 1201. Connect the other end of the power cord to an available USB port on your system configuration, your WD Dual-option product. Formatting the Drive Your WD Dual-option...
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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...operating system and programs, visit support.wdc.com, click Knowledge Base, and search for answer ID 1270 Manual Backup 1. Locate or create a destination folder on which includes your backup files. Click Next. 2....the My Computer window (Windows) or on which the button was directly formatted or used by a digital camera, you may have to double-click a folder to back up . Double-click the appropriate ...1 (Figure 3) accepts CompactFlash Types I SHOWN) USING THE USB 2.0 HUB (USB FLASH PEN DRIVE SHOWN) Figure 3 Inserting Media 1. From the media folder, go to complete the setup.
...operating system and programs, visit support.wdc.com, click Knowledge Base, and search for answer ID 1270 Manual Backup 1. Locate or create a destination folder on which includes your backup files. Click Next. 2....the My Computer window (Windows) or on which the button was directly formatted or used by a digital camera, you may have to double-click a folder to back up . Double-click the appropriate ...1 (Figure 3) accepts CompactFlash Types I SHOWN) USING THE USB 2.0 HUB (USB FLASH PEN DRIVE SHOWN) Figure 3 Inserting Media 1. From the media folder, go to complete the setup.
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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... All rights reserved. 2079-001048-A04 04/05 - 4 - Press the Power/Safe Shutdown button once. Using Manual Shutdown Note: If you may safely disconnect the USB cable from your return paperwork. Now you used in a particular installation. This unit generates, uses, and can ... product, visit our product support Web site at WD's option, the repair or replacement of Western Digital Technologies, Inc. The foregoing limited warranty is WD's sole warranty and is longer. and WD, the WD logo, WD Dual-option, and Safe Shutdown are in a residential installation. Subject ...
... All rights reserved. 2079-001048-A04 04/05 - 4 - Press the Power/Safe Shutdown button once. Using Manual Shutdown Note: If you may safely disconnect the USB cable from your return paperwork. Now you used in a particular installation. This unit generates, uses, and can ... product, visit our product support Web site at WD's option, the repair or replacement of Western Digital Technologies, Inc. The foregoing limited warranty is WD's sole warranty and is longer. and WD, the WD logo, WD Dual-option, and Safe Shutdown are in a residential installation. Subject ...
User Manual (pdf)
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WD Dual-option™ Media Center and Combo External Storage Products User Manual
WD Dual-option™ Media Center and Combo External Storage Products User Manual
User Manual (pdf)
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...be mentioned herein that belong to change specifications at any time without notice. Western Digital is assumed by WD for its use . WD Dual-option™ Media Center and Combo External Storage Products User Manual Information furnished by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of ...WD. and WD, the WD logo, WD Dual-option, and Safe Shutdown are registered trademarks of...
...be mentioned herein that belong to change specifications at any time without notice. Western Digital is assumed by WD for its use . WD Dual-option™ Media Center and Combo External Storage Products User Manual Information furnished by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of ...WD. and WD, the WD logo, WD Dual-option, and Safe Shutdown are registered trademarks of...
User Manual (pdf)
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... (Backup on Demand 13 Changing Your Manual Backup Settings 15 Automatic Backup 16 Changing Your Automatic Backup Settings 19 Restoring Files from a Backup 19 Copying Media Using Backup on Demand ...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 - ii USB Information 25 Frequently Asked Questions - Installation 26 8 Appendix Regulatory Compliance 27 Warranty Information 28 WD Service...
... (Backup on Demand 13 Changing Your Manual Backup Settings 15 Automatic Backup 16 Changing Your Automatic Backup Settings 19 Restoring Files from a Backup 19 Copying Media Using Backup on Demand ...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 - ii USB Information 25 Frequently Asked Questions - Installation 26 8 Appendix Regulatory Compliance 27 Warranty Information 28 WD Service...
User Manual (pdf)
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... unless otherwise noted. Combo hard drive with built-in USB 2.0 hub and 8-in portable document format (PDF) ! 1 Getting Started WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Thank you for purchasing this external product an ideal solution... to back up your valuable data, music, photos, and movies. This user manual provides step-by-step installation instructions and other important information regarding your USB card manufacturer. WD Dual-option™ USB 2.0*/FireWire® external storage product: ! Four feet for horizontal placement...
... unless otherwise noted. Combo hard drive with built-in USB 2.0 hub and 8-in portable document format (PDF) ! 1 Getting Started WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Thank you for purchasing this external product an ideal solution... to back up your valuable data, music, photos, and movies. This user manual provides step-by-step installation instructions and other important information regarding your USB card manufacturer. WD Dual-option™ USB 2.0*/FireWire® external storage product: ! Four feet for horizontal placement...
User Manual (pdf)
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...USB and/or OHCI-compliant FireWire port ! Mac® OS v9.2.2 or Mac OS X v10.2.8+ Note: For highest performance and reliability, WD recommends that you install the latest service pack (SP) and updates. MultiMedia Card ! SD Card ! System Requirements WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL...Media Center memory card reader accepts the following types of media: ! Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP Macintosh ® ! Available USB and/or OHCI-compliant FireWire port ! Memory Stick® ! Macintosh Go to the Start menu and select Windows update. CompactFlash...
...USB and/or OHCI-compliant FireWire port ! Mac® OS v9.2.2 or Mac OS X v10.2.8+ Note: For highest performance and reliability, WD recommends that you install the latest service pack (SP) and updates. MultiMedia Card ! SD Card ! System Requirements WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL...Media Center memory card reader accepts the following types of media: ! Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP Macintosh ® ! Available USB and/or OHCI-compliant FireWire port ! Memory Stick® ! Macintosh Go to the Start menu and select Windows update. CompactFlash...
User Manual (pdf)
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... date of the drive that may be handled with WD technical support. Do not open the product, as a portable device. ! WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Recording Your WD Product Information CAUTION: Do not remove, tear, or damage the tape seal or any objects on the back...
... date of the drive that may be handled with WD technical support. Do not open the product, as a portable device. ! WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Recording Your WD Product Information CAUTION: Do not remove, tear, or damage the tape seal or any objects on the back...
User Manual (pdf)
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... installation CD contains the Retrospect Express backup software as well as important drivers for your CD-ROM drive. WD View WD Dual-option Quick Install Guide View WD Dual-option User Manual 2. Retrospect Express Installer launches and displays the following window. To proceed, select I accept the terms in the license agreement and click Next. SETTING...
... installation CD contains the Retrospect Express backup software as well as important drivers for your CD-ROM drive. WD View WD Dual-option Quick Install Guide View WD Dual-option User Manual 2. Retrospect Express Installer launches and displays the following window. To proceed, select I accept the terms in the license agreement and click Next. SETTING...
User Manual (pdf)
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... WD product is already licensed, this field is displayed. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 4. In the next window, select the Recommended installation option and click Next. 5. Select Register Now to complete the registration information, and click the option either to e-mail or to begin installation. SETTING UP - 5 In...
... WD product is already licensed, this field is displayed. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 4. In the next window, select the Recommended installation option and click Next. 5. Select Register Now to complete the registration information, and click the option either to e-mail or to begin installation. SETTING UP - 5 In...
User Manual (pdf)
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... -screen instructions to the Applications folder and launch Retrospect Express. 8. Select Register Now to complete the registration information, and click the option either to e-mail or to HFS Extended Format (or other Mac OS drive format) before using the installation CD. In the next... appears prompting you assigned appears on page 8 to "Using the Backup Software" on page 4 for your CD-ROM drive. 6. Macintosh WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Important: Macintosh users must reinitialize the WD drive to print and fax the information. 10.
... -screen instructions to the Applications folder and launch Retrospect Express. 8. Select Register Now to complete the registration information, and click the option either to e-mail or to HFS Extended Format (or other Mac OS drive format) before using the installation CD. In the next... appears prompting you assigned appears on page 8 to "Using the Backup Software" on page 4 for your CD-ROM drive. 6. Macintosh WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Important: Macintosh users must reinitialize the WD drive to print and fax the information. 10.
User Manual (pdf)
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Mac OS X v10.2.8+ WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 1. A hard drive icon with the name you to register Retrospect Express. Your newly formatted drive is completed. Insert the installation CD into multiple volumes ... on page 4 for your drive in the field. 3. Retrospect Express prompts you may be required to install Retrospect Express and all necessary drivers for the USB drive. 5. SETTING UP - 7 The next window prompts you assigned appears on the right panel. Select Register Now to complete the registration information, and click...
Mac OS X v10.2.8+ WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 1. A hard drive icon with the name you to register Retrospect Express. Your newly formatted drive is completed. Insert the installation CD into multiple volumes ... on page 4 for your drive in the field. 3. Retrospect Express prompts you may be required to install Retrospect Express and all necessary drivers for the USB drive. 5. SETTING UP - 7 The next window prompts you assigned appears on the right panel. Select Register Now to complete the registration information, and click...
User Manual (pdf)
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... slot at each corner within the ventilation slots for the three remaining feet. Repeat this process for balance and stability. 4. 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 snaps...
... slot at each corner within the ventilation slots for the three remaining feet. Repeat this process for balance and stability. 4. 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 snaps...
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...) KENSINGTON® SECURITY LOCK CONNECTION TWO FIREWIRE PORTS USB 2.0 PORT (TO SYSTEM) USB 2.0 PORT USB 2.0 PORT ON COMPUTER USB 2.0 CABLE AC ADAPTER CORD **THE POSITIONS OF POWER, MANUAL BACKUP (TWO FOLDERS ICON), AND AUTOMATIC BACKUP (CLOCK ICON) BUTTONS VARY ACCORDING TO PRODUCT MODEL. Connecting the Cables WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER...
...) KENSINGTON® SECURITY LOCK CONNECTION TWO FIREWIRE PORTS USB 2.0 PORT (TO SYSTEM) USB 2.0 PORT USB 2.0 PORT ON COMPUTER USB 2.0 CABLE AC ADAPTER CORD **THE POSITIONS OF POWER, MANUAL BACKUP (TWO FOLDERS ICON), AND AUTOMATIC BACKUP (CLOCK ICON) BUTTONS VARY ACCORDING TO PRODUCT MODEL. Connecting the Cables WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER...
User Manual (pdf)
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... Power button illuminates blue and flashes to page 13. For the Media Center, proceed to a Mac OS format. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Powering Up the Drive 1. A new hard drive icon appears in -1 Memory Card Reader (Media Center)" on the desktop... "Macintosh" on the drive. The USB hub and memory card reader (Media Center) are open , you press the Power button while an active window is now ready to your desktop) is blue. WD Button Manager The WD Button Manager controls dual-option backup functions. The interface cable associated ...
... Power button illuminates blue and flashes to page 13. For the Media Center, proceed to a Mac OS format. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Powering Up the Drive 1. A new hard drive icon appears in -1 Memory Card Reader (Media Center)" on the desktop... "Macintosh" on the drive. The USB hub and memory card reader (Media Center) are open , you press the Power button while an active window is now ready to your desktop) is blue. WD Button Manager The WD Button Manager controls dual-option backup functions. The interface cable associated ...
User Manual (pdf)
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WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 4 Using the 8-in-1 Memory Card Reader (Media Center) Important: Do not remove memory cards from media slots while a corresponding green activity LED is represented by a ...drive letter in -1 Icon ! In Macintosh, two new icons appear on page 23. CompactFlash Types I SHOWN) USING THE USB 2.0 HUB (USB FLASH PEN DRIVE...
WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 4 Using the 8-in-1 Memory Card Reader (Media Center) Important: Do not remove memory cards from media slots while a corresponding green activity LED is represented by a ...drive letter in -1 Icon ! In Macintosh, two new icons appear on page 23. CompactFlash Types I SHOWN) USING THE USB 2.0 HUB (USB FLASH PEN DRIVE...
User Manual (pdf)
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... or used by a digital camera, you may need to access your data. 2. Copying Media For instructions to access its contents. Drag and drop data from the card into the slot. In the same menu, select Copy. 2. Using the USB 2.0 Hub WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL The drive includes...
... or used by a digital camera, you may need to access your data. 2. Copying Media For instructions to access its contents. Drag and drop data from the card into the slot. In the same menu, select Copy. 2. Using the USB 2.0 Hub WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL The drive includes...
User Manual (pdf)
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... Express backup software. Click Next. This is the source drive that Retrospect Express backs up . USING THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 13 WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 5 Using the Backup Software This section contains instructions for both Windows and Macintosh users to launch the initial setup wizard. Press...
... Express backup software. Click Next. This is the source drive that Retrospect Express backs up . USING THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 13 WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 5 Using the Backup Software This section contains instructions for both Windows and Macintosh users to launch the initial setup wizard. Press...