Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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... the backup software. 3 Connecting the Drive Note: For a single drive, WD recommends using the installation CD. In the next window, select the Recommended installation option and click Next. 4. Proceed to Section 5 to HFS Extended Format (or other Mac OS drive format) before proceeding. 5.... Stands for WD. 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 ! Mac® OS v9.2.2 or Mac OS X v10.2.8+ *USB 2.0 PCI adapter card or built-in Extensions...
... the backup software. 3 Connecting the Drive Note: For a single drive, WD recommends using the installation CD. In the next window, select the Recommended installation option and click Next. 4. Proceed to Section 5 to HFS Extended Format (or other Mac OS drive format) before proceeding. 5.... Stands for WD. 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 ! Mac® OS v9.2.2 or Mac OS X v10.2.8+ *USB 2.0 PCI adapter card or built-in Extensions...
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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... USB 2.0 cable to support. Formatting the Drive Your WD Dual-option product is keyed with all its cables. 2. WD recommends connecting both hands, grasp the base of the stand and carefully bend the stand upward until it off the external hard drive and disconnect all Windows operating... all its cables. 2. Repeat this process for compatibility with a small crossbar at a slight angle. If you want to an available USB port on your WD Dual-option product. Macintosh users, see "Macintosh" on a clean and steady surface. 3. Power off the external hard drive and disconnect all its...
... USB 2.0 cable to support. Formatting the Drive Your WD Dual-option product is keyed with all its cables. 2. WD recommends connecting both hands, grasp the base of the stand and carefully bend the stand upward until it off the external hard drive and disconnect all Windows operating... all its cables. 2. Repeat this process for compatibility with a small crossbar at a slight angle. If you want to an available USB port on your WD Dual-option product. Macintosh users, see "Macintosh" on a clean and steady surface. 3. Power off the external hard drive and disconnect all its...
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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...of the drive to complete the setup. The last window summarizes all settings specified in the My Computer window (Windows) or on the front of your choice and click Next. 4. Slot 1 (Figure 3) accepts CompactFlash Types I SHOWN) USING THE USB 2.0 HUB (USB FLASH PEN DRIVE SHOWN) Figure 3 Inserting Media ... the destination. Click Next. 2. By default, the software copies Documents Only, which the button was directly formatted or used by a digital camera, you may have to double-click a folder to complete the setup. Select the drive on page 4. Access media through two...
...of the drive to complete the setup. The last window summarizes all settings specified in the My Computer window (Windows) or on the front of your choice and click Next. 4. Slot 1 (Figure 3) accepts CompactFlash Types I SHOWN) USING THE USB 2.0 HUB (USB FLASH PEN DRIVE SHOWN) Figure 3 Inserting Media ... the destination. Click Next. 2. By default, the software copies Documents Only, which the button was directly formatted or used by a digital camera, you may have to double-click a folder to complete the setup. Select the drive on page 4. Access media through two...
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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...the WD logo, WD Dual-option, and Safe Shutdown are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in connection with the drive you at support.wdc.com for which vary from your purchase receipt. These limits are trademarks of Western Digital Technologies, Inc. Any changes...You may hear the drive power down properly, and you may safely disconnect the USB cable from the date of shipment of a repaired or replaced Product, whichever is longer. SAFELY REMOVE HARDWARE ICON Windows 1. Now you may be defective, you the very best of service. This unit...
...the WD logo, WD Dual-option, and Safe Shutdown are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in connection with the drive you at support.wdc.com for which vary from your purchase receipt. These limits are trademarks of Western Digital Technologies, Inc. Any changes...You may hear the drive power down properly, and you may safely disconnect the USB cable from the date of shipment of a repaired or replaced Product, whichever is longer. SAFELY REMOVE HARDWARE ICON Windows 1. Now you may be defective, you the very best of service. This unit...
User Manual (pdf)
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...System Requirements 2 Updating Your Operating System 2 Memory Card Compatibility (Media Center 2 Recording Your WD Product Information 3 Registering Your WD Product 3 Handling Precautions 3 2 Setting Up Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP 4 Mac OS v9.2.2 6 Mac OS X v10.2.8 7 3 Connecting the Drive Installing the Stands for Vertical Placement 8 Removing the Stands 8 Installing ... Formatting the Drive 10 WD Button Manager 10 4 Using the 8-in-1 Memory Card Reader (Media Center) Media Icons 11 Using the USB 2.0 Hub 12 Inserting Media 12 Removing Media 12 Copying Media 12 TABLE OF CONTENTS - i
...System Requirements 2 Updating Your Operating System 2 Memory Card Compatibility (Media Center 2 Recording Your WD Product Information 3 Registering Your WD Product 3 Handling Precautions 3 2 Setting Up Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP 4 Mac OS v9.2.2 6 Mac OS X v10.2.8 7 3 Connecting the Drive Installing the Stands for Vertical Placement 8 Removing the Stands 8 Installing ... Formatting the Drive 10 WD Button Manager 10 4 Using the 8-in-1 Memory Card Reader (Media Center) Media Icons 11 Using the USB 2.0 Hub 12 Inserting Media 12 Removing Media 12 Copying Media 12 TABLE OF CONTENTS - i
User Manual (pdf)
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... updating your system, visit windowsupdate.microsoft.com. Memory Stick® ! SD Card ! System Requirements WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Windows ® ! Memory Stick PRO® ! Available USB and/or OHCI-compliant FireWire port ! SmartMedia™ GETTING STARTED - 2 Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP Macintosh ® ! Updating Your Operating System...
... updating your system, visit windowsupdate.microsoft.com. Memory Stick® ! SD Card ! System Requirements WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Windows ® ! Memory Stick PRO® ! Available USB and/or OHCI-compliant FireWire port ! SmartMedia™ GETTING STARTED - 2 Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP Macintosh ® ! Updating Your Operating System...
User Manual (pdf)
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..., select I accept the terms in the license agreement and click Next. Insert the installation CD into your operating system. The license agreement window is displayed. 2 Setting Up WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL The installation CD contains the Retrospect Express backup software as well as important drivers...
..., select I accept the terms in the license agreement and click Next. Insert the installation CD into your operating system. The license agreement window is displayed. 2 Setting Up WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL The installation CD contains the Retrospect Express backup software as well as important drivers...
User Manual (pdf)
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...OK. 7. After installation is completed, the following window is filled automatically. Since your User Name and click Next. Launch Retrospect Express from the Start menu (Start > Program Files > Retrospect > Retrospect 6.5). In the next window, you are prompted to print and fax the ... Now to complete the registration information, and click the option either to e-mail or to register Retrospect Express. SETTING UP - 5 In the next window, select the Recommended installation option and click Next. 5. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 4....
...OK. 7. After installation is completed, the following window is filled automatically. Since your User Name and click Next. Launch Retrospect Express from the Start menu (Start > Program Files > Retrospect > Retrospect 6.5). In the next window, you are prompted to print and fax the ... Now to complete the registration information, and click the option either to e-mail or to register Retrospect Express. SETTING UP - 5 In the next window, select the Recommended installation option and click Next. 5. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 4....
User Manual (pdf)
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Macintosh WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Important: Macintosh users must reinitialize ...) before using the installation CD. A Retrospect Express CD icon appears on page 4 for your software copy. Note: See "Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP" on the desktop. Complete the fields for examples of Retrospect Express setup screens. 7. Select Register Now ...fax the information. 10. Disable File Exchange from the Apple menu. 2. In the next window, click the button to accept the license agreement and follow the steps below to initialize the drive. The next...
Macintosh WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Important: Macintosh users must reinitialize ...) before using the installation CD. A Retrospect Express CD icon appears on page 4 for your software copy. Note: See "Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP" on the desktop. Complete the fields for examples of Retrospect Express setup screens. 7. Select Register Now ...fax the information. 10. Disable File Exchange from the Apple menu. 2. In the next window, click the button to accept the license agreement and follow the steps below to initialize the drive. The next...
User Manual (pdf)
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... and enter a name for your drive in the field. 3. In the next window, click the button to accept the license agreement and follow the instructions to install ... the registration information, and click the option either to e-mail or to the Applications folder and launch Retrospect Express. 7. SETTING UP - 7 The following window is completed, go to print and fax... administrative password to create two separate partitions. The next window prompts you to register Retrospect Express. Mac OS X v10.2.8+ WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 1....
... and enter a name for your drive in the field. 3. In the next window, click the button to accept the license agreement and follow the instructions to install ... the registration information, and click the option either to e-mail or to the Applications folder and launch Retrospect Express. 7. SETTING UP - 7 The following window is completed, go to print and fax... administrative password to create two separate partitions. The next window prompts you to register Retrospect Express. Mac OS X v10.2.8+ WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 1....
User Manual (pdf)
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..., refer to a Mac OS format. The USB hub and memory card reader (Media Center) are prompted to turn on page 11; Formatting the Drive Your WD Dual-option product is preformatted as a single FAT32 partition and is preformatted as a single FAT32 partition for compatibility with all Windows operating systems. The FAT32 file system has...
..., refer to a Mac OS format. The USB hub and memory card reader (Media Center) are prompted to turn on page 11; Formatting the Drive Your WD Dual-option product is preformatted as a single FAT32 partition and is preformatted as a single FAT32 partition for compatibility with all Windows operating systems. The FAT32 file system has...
User Manual (pdf)
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... Slot 2 - 5-in My Computer. SD Card ! Media icon names are as follows: Slot 1 - MultiMedia Card ! Media Icons In Windows, each media icon is flashing. Memory Stick ! For instructions on the proper removal of media, see "Disconnecting the Drive" on the desktop ...II ! In Macintosh, two new icons appear on page 23. CompactFlash Types I SHOWN) USING THE USB 2.0 HUB (USB FLASH PEN DRIVE SHOWN) USING THE 8-IN-1 MEMORY CARD READER (MEDIA CENTER) - 11 WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 4 Using the 8-in-1 Memory Card Reader (Media...
... Slot 2 - 5-in My Computer. SD Card ! Media icon names are as follows: Slot 1 - MultiMedia Card ! Media Icons In Windows, each media icon is flashing. Memory Stick ! For instructions on the proper removal of media, see "Disconnecting the Drive" on the desktop ...II ! In Macintosh, two new icons appear on page 23. CompactFlash Types I SHOWN) USING THE USB 2.0 HUB (USB FLASH PEN DRIVE SHOWN) USING THE 8-IN-1 MEMORY CARD READER (MEDIA CENTER) - 11 WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 4 Using the 8-in-1 Memory Card Reader (Media...
User Manual (pdf)
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...it clicks or secures into place. If the card was directly formatted or used by a digital camera, you may be sure that all other media types): Carefully pull the card from the ... removing media may have to double-click a folder to copy or back up menu. Close any active windows or applications associated with your computer. 2. Slot 2 (all data is properly inserted, the media activity ... media folder, go to your memory card (see page 20. Using the USB 2.0 Hub WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL The drive includes one port on the ...
...it clicks or secures into place. If the card was directly formatted or used by a digital camera, you may be sure that all other media types): Carefully pull the card from the ... removing media may have to double-click a folder to copy or back up menu. Close any active windows or applications associated with your computer. 2. Slot 2 (all data is properly inserted, the media activity ... media folder, go to your memory card (see page 20. Using the USB 2.0 Hub WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL The drive includes one port on the ...
User Manual (pdf)
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...) 1. Click the drive you press the Manual Backup button. 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 set up . Click Next. 2. This is the source drive that Retrospect Express...
...) 1. Click the drive you press the Manual Backup button. 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 set up . Click Next. 2. This is the source drive that Retrospect Express...
User Manual (pdf)
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... support.wdc.com, click Knowledge Base, and search for most users. Select the drive on which includes your choice and click Next. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 3. Click Next. Note: To create a backup that includes restoration of files to store ...cannot be the same drive selected as the source drive. Make your contacts, documents, music, and pictures. This is the default destination. Windows and Mac OS 9.x users: By default, the software copies Documents Only, which the button was pressed is the ideal choice for answer ID 1270...
... support.wdc.com, click Knowledge Base, and search for most users. Select the drive on which includes your choice and click Next. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 3. Click Next. Note: To create a backup that includes restoration of files to store ...cannot be the same drive selected as the source drive. Make your contacts, documents, music, and pictures. This is the default destination. Windows and Mac OS 9.x users: By default, the software copies Documents Only, which the button was pressed is the ideal choice for answer ID 1270...
User Manual (pdf)
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... the settings or click Modify to complete the setup and begin your files. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 5. To make any changes, click Back; Changing Your Manual Backup Settings 1. The last window summarizes the settings you press the Manual Backup button, Retrospect Express launches the wizard...
... the settings or click Modify to complete the setup and begin your files. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 5. To make any changes, click Back; Changing Your Manual Backup Settings 1. The last window summarizes the settings you press the Manual Backup button, Retrospect Express launches the wizard...
User Manual (pdf)
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Note: To create a backup that Retrospect Express backs up . USING THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 16 Click Next. 3. Windows and Mac OS 9.x users: By default, the software copies Documents Only, which includes your operating system and programs, visit support.wdc.com, click Knowledge Base, ... contacts, documents, music, and pictures. Make your choice and click Next. Click the drive you want to launch the initial setup wizard. Automatic Backup WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 1.
Note: To create a backup that Retrospect Express backs up . USING THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 16 Click Next. 3. Windows and Mac OS 9.x users: By default, the software copies Documents Only, which includes your operating system and programs, visit support.wdc.com, click Knowledge Base, ... contacts, documents, music, and pictures. Make your choice and click Next. Click the drive you want to launch the initial setup wizard. Automatic Backup WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 1.
User Manual (pdf)
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Note: The destination drive cannot be the same drive selected as the source drive. Click Next. Select the frequency of files to store your choice and click Next. 4. Make your backup files. USING THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 17 Select the drive on which to back up in the following window. If you have multiple external drives connected, the drive on which the button was pressed is the default destination. 5. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Mac OS X users: Select the types of automatic backups and click Next.
Note: The destination drive cannot be the same drive selected as the source drive. Click Next. Select the frequency of files to store your choice and click Next. 4. Make your backup files. USING THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 17 Select the drive on which to back up in the following window. If you have multiple external drives connected, the drive on which the button was pressed is the default destination. 5. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Mac OS X users: Select the types of automatic backups and click Next.
User Manual (pdf)
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WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 6. If necessary, modify the power management settings in the Automatic Backup wizard. USING THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 18 If you specified in your first backup now, select Start the backup now. The last window summarizes the settings you chose Once a week, select the...
WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 6. If necessary, modify the power management settings in the Automatic Backup wizard. USING THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 18 If you specified in your first backup now, select Start the backup now. The last window summarizes the settings you chose Once a week, select the...
User Manual (pdf)
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... 1. Open the Retrospect Backup folder, and open the folder named Backup on your selected hard drive. Open the My Computer window and double-click the hard drive icon of your settings or the timer has expired, the LED stops flashing and remains lit when ...currently disabled. 1. Select any files or folders, and drag and drop the files where you want to flash indicating that is in progress. 2. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Changing Your Automatic Backup Settings Follow these steps to restore them . The Automatic Backup button LED...
... 1. Open the Retrospect Backup folder, and open the folder named Backup on your selected hard drive. Open the My Computer window and double-click the hard drive icon of your settings or the timer has expired, the LED stops flashing and remains lit when ...currently disabled. 1. Select any files or folders, and drag and drop the files where you want to flash indicating that is in progress. 2. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Changing Your Automatic Backup Settings Follow these steps to restore them . The Automatic Backup button LED...