Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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... follow the steps below to use . 5. Quick Install Guide WD Dual-option™ Media Center and Combo External Storage Products 1 System Requirements Windows® ! In the next window, select the Recommended installation option and click Next. 4. Power off the external hard drive and disconnect... all its cables. 2. After restarting, a new hard drive icon appears on the desktop after formatting is completed. Proceed to Section 5 to use the feet for your WD product is ready to the user manual...
... follow the steps below to use . 5. Quick Install Guide WD Dual-option™ Media Center and Combo External Storage Products 1 System Requirements Windows® ! In the next window, select the Recommended installation option and click Next. 4. Power off the external hard drive and disconnect... all its cables. 2. After restarting, a new hard drive icon appears on the desktop after formatting is completed. Proceed to Section 5 to use the feet for your WD product is ready to the user manual...
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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...your system's motherboard BIOS setting documentation to an electric outlet. 4. AUTOMATIC BACKUP BUTTON (CLOCK ICON) 8-IN-1 MEMORY CARD READER USB HUB MANUAL BACKUP BUTTON POWER/SAFE SHUTDOWN™ BUTTON (TWO FOLDERS ICON) KENSINGTON® SECURITY LOCK CONNECTION USB 2.0 PORT (TO SYSTEM) TWO ... a slight angle. Repeat this process for Horizontal Placement 1. Because the USB hub (Combo and Media Center) and memory card reader (Media Center) are keyed to a FireWire port on your WD Dual-option product. If you want to an available USB port on the back of the drive...
...your system's motherboard BIOS setting documentation to an electric outlet. 4. AUTOMATIC BACKUP BUTTON (CLOCK ICON) 8-IN-1 MEMORY CARD READER USB HUB MANUAL BACKUP BUTTON POWER/SAFE SHUTDOWN™ BUTTON (TWO FOLDERS ICON) KENSINGTON® SECURITY LOCK CONNECTION USB 2.0 PORT (TO SYSTEM) TWO ... a slight angle. Repeat this process for Horizontal Placement 1. Because the USB hub (Combo and Media Center) and memory card reader (Media Center) are keyed to a FireWire port on your WD Dual-option product. If you want to an available USB port on the back of the drive...
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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..., click Finish to launch the initial setup wizard (Figure 4). Click the drive you want to the user manual on which the button was directly formatted or used by a digital camera, you may have to double-click a folder to your desktop. 1. The last window summarizes all ... This version of your contacts, documents, miscellaneous files, music, and pictures. Click Next. 5. Each time you want to back up memory cards manually, refer to occur at their scheduled times. - 3 - Figure 4 Automatic Backup 1. Press the Automatic Backup button (clock icon) on which to...
..., click Finish to launch the initial setup wizard (Figure 4). Click the drive you want to the user manual on which the button was directly formatted or used by a digital camera, you may have to double-click a folder to your desktop. 1. The last window summarizes all ... This version of your contacts, documents, miscellaneous files, music, and pictures. Click Next. 5. Each time you want to back up memory cards manually, refer to occur at their scheduled times. - 3 - Figure 4 Automatic Backup 1. Press the Automatic Backup button (clock icon) on which to...
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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...672.7199 +800.6008.6008 +31.20.4467651 North America Spanish Asia Pacific EMEA Western Digital 20511 Lake Forest Drive Lake Forest, California 92630 U.S.A. and WD, the WD logo, WD Dual-option, and Safe Shutdown are trademarks of the FCC Rules. You may safely disconnect ... installation, alteration (including removing or obliterating labels and opening or removing external covers, unless authorized to Part 15 of Western Digital Technologies, Inc. Using Manual Shutdown Note: If you used in material and workmanship for a period of incidental or consequential damages, so the limitations...
...672.7199 +800.6008.6008 +31.20.4467651 North America Spanish Asia Pacific EMEA Western Digital 20511 Lake Forest Drive Lake Forest, California 92630 U.S.A. and WD, the WD logo, WD Dual-option, and Safe Shutdown are trademarks of the FCC Rules. You may safely disconnect ... installation, alteration (including removing or obliterating labels and opening or removing external covers, unless authorized to Part 15 of Western Digital Technologies, Inc. Using Manual Shutdown Note: If you used in material and workmanship for a period of incidental or consequential damages, so the limitations...
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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... at any time without notice. No license is a registered trademark; and WD, the WD logo, WD Dual-option, and Safe Shutdown are registered trademarks of Western Digital Technologies, Inc. WD Dual-option™ Media Center and Combo External Storage Products User Manual Information furnished by WD is assumed by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights...
... at any time without notice. No license is a registered trademark; and WD, the WD logo, WD Dual-option, and Safe Shutdown are registered trademarks of Western Digital Technologies, Inc. WD Dual-option™ Media Center and Combo External Storage Products User Manual Information furnished by WD is assumed by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights...
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 20 Finding Files from a Media Copy (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 - Installation 26 8 Appendix Regulatory Compliance 27 Warranty Information 28 WD...
... (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 20 Finding Files from a Media Copy (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 - Installation 26 8 Appendix Regulatory Compliance 27 Warranty Information 28 WD...
User Manual (pdf)
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... time compared to your USB controller card documentation or contact your WD product. AC adapter and power cord ! 1 Getting Started WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Thank you for vertical placement ! For the latest WD product information and news, visit our Web site at www.westerndigital.com. USB...
... time compared to your USB controller card documentation or contact your WD product. AC adapter and power cord ! 1 Getting Started WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Thank you for vertical placement ! For the latest WD product information and news, visit our Web site at www.westerndigital.com. USB...
User Manual (pdf)
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...; ! Available USB and/or OHCI-compliant FireWire port ! For more information regarding updating your system, visit windowsupdate.microsoft.com. System Requirements WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Windows ® ! Mac® OS v9.2.2 or Mac OS X v10.2.8+ Note: For highest performance and reliability, WD recommends that you install...
...; ! Available USB and/or OHCI-compliant FireWire port ! For more information regarding updating your system, visit windowsupdate.microsoft.com. System Requirements WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Windows ® ! Mac® OS v9.2.2 or Mac OS X v10.2.8+ Note: For highest performance and reliability, WD recommends that you install...
User Manual (pdf)
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... of the drive that may be handled with WD technical support. This information is necessary for your external storage product: ! 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 product; In...
... of the drive that may be handled with WD technical support. This information is necessary for your external storage product: ! 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 product; In...
User Manual (pdf)
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... menu. WD View WD Dual-option Quick Install Guide View WD Dual-option User Manual 2. SETTING UP - 4 Select the option to Install Retrospect Express for your operating system. Insert the installation CD into your WD Dual-option product. Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP 1. 2 Setting Up WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL The installation CD contains the...
... menu. WD View WD Dual-option Quick Install Guide View WD Dual-option User Manual 2. SETTING UP - 4 Select the option to Install Retrospect Express for your operating system. Insert the installation CD into your WD Dual-option product. Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP 1. 2 Setting Up WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL The installation CD contains the...
User Manual (pdf)
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... option and click Next. 5. In the next window, click Install to print and fax the information. 8. Select Register Now to complete the registration information, and click the option either to e-mail or to begin installation. Click Finish. 6. You may be prompted for a license code. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL...
... option and click Next. 5. In the next window, click Install to print and fax the information. 8. Select Register Now to complete the registration information, and click the option either to e-mail or to begin installation. Click Finish. 6. You may be prompted for a license code. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL...
User Manual (pdf)
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.... 5. A Retrospect Express CD icon appears on page 13. Disable File Exchange from the Apple menu. 2. Macintosh WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Important: Macintosh users must reinitialize the WD drive to confirm drive initialization. To format or reinitialize the drive, select Control... fields for examples of Retrospect Express setup screens. 7. Select Register Now to complete the registration information, and click the option either to e-mail or to begin setup. Proceed to the Applications folder and launch Retrospect Express. 8.
.... 5. A Retrospect Express CD icon appears on page 13. Disable File Exchange from the Apple menu. 2. Macintosh WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Important: Macintosh users must reinitialize the WD drive to confirm drive initialization. To format or reinitialize the drive, select Control... fields for examples of Retrospect Express setup screens. 7. Select Register Now to complete the registration information, and click the option either to e-mail or to begin setup. Proceed to the Applications folder and launch Retrospect Express. 8.
User Manual (pdf)
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...7. A Retrospect Express CD icon appears on the desktop after formatting is displayed: 2. 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 may be required to create two separate partitions. Insert the installation CD... 4 for the USB drive. 5. The following window is completed. Select Register Now to complete the registration information, and click the option either to e-mail or to register Retrospect Express. Note: To partition the drive into your drive in the field. 3. The next...
...7. A Retrospect Express CD icon appears on the desktop after formatting is displayed: 2. 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 may be required to create two separate partitions. Insert the installation CD... 4 for the USB drive. 5. The following window is completed. Select Register Now to complete the registration information, and click the option either to e-mail or to register Retrospect Express. Note: To partition the drive into your drive in the field. 3. The next...
User Manual (pdf)
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... the drive and service it off the external storage product and disconnect all its cables. 2. Repeat this process for Vertical Placement 1. 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 ensure proper insertion. 4. Power off the external...
... the drive and service it off the external storage product and disconnect all its cables. 2. Repeat this process for Vertical Placement 1. 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 ensure proper insertion. 4. Power off the external...
User Manual (pdf)
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...end of the power cord to an electric outlet. 4. Refer to your WD Dual-option product. CONNECTING THE DRIVE - 9 Connecting the Cables WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Important: You may attempt to boot from external drives, refer to your system ... answer ID 1201. AUTOMATIC BACKUP BUTTON** (CLOCK ICON) 8-IN-1 MEMORY CARD READER (MEDIA CENTER) DC POWER SUPPLY SOCKET USB 2.0 HUB MANUAL BACKUP BUTTON** POWER/SAFE SHUTDOWN™ BUTTON** (TWO FOLDERS ICON) KENSINGTON® SECURITY LOCK CONNECTION TWO FIREWIRE PORTS USB 2.0 PORT (TO...
...end of the power cord to an electric outlet. 4. Refer to your WD Dual-option product. CONNECTING THE DRIVE - 9 Connecting the Cables WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Important: You may attempt to boot from external drives, refer to your system ... answer ID 1201. AUTOMATIC BACKUP BUTTON** (CLOCK ICON) 8-IN-1 MEMORY CARD READER (MEDIA CENTER) DC POWER SUPPLY SOCKET USB 2.0 HUB MANUAL BACKUP BUTTON** POWER/SAFE SHUTDOWN™ BUTTON** (TWO FOLDERS ICON) KENSINGTON® SECURITY LOCK CONNECTION TWO FIREWIRE PORTS USB 2.0 PORT (TO...
User Manual (pdf)
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... is preformatted as a single FAT32 partition and is blue. WD Button Manager The WD Button Manager controls dual-option backup functions. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Powering Up the Drive 1. Your drive is preformatted as a single FAT32 partition for compatibility with all Windows operating systems. The FAT32 file system...
... is preformatted as a single FAT32 partition and is blue. WD Button Manager The WD Button Manager controls dual-option backup functions. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Powering Up the Drive 1. Your drive is preformatted as a single FAT32 partition for compatibility with all Windows operating systems. The FAT32 file system...
User Manual (pdf)
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... follows: Slot 1 - SD Card ! Memory Stick ! Microdrive Slot 2 - 5-in My Computer. In Macintosh, two new icons appear on page 23. 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...
... follows: Slot 1 - SD Card ! Memory Stick ! Microdrive Slot 2 - 5-in My Computer. In Macintosh, two new icons appear on page 23. 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...
User Manual (pdf)
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...access its contents. If the card was directly formatted or used by a digital camera, you may be sure that all data is saved from the USB ...to access your computer. 2. To safely remove the drive, be different from the pop-up memory cards manually, see "Media Icons" on page 11) and insert it until it with the drive, and carefully pull... access and another port on the desktop (Macintosh). 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 front for your desktop. 2. Your operating system...
...access its contents. If the card was directly formatted or used by a digital camera, you may be sure that all data is saved from the USB ...to access your computer. 2. To safely remove the drive, be different from the pop-up memory cards manually, see "Media Icons" on page 11) and insert it until it with the drive, and carefully pull... access and another port on the desktop (Macintosh). 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 front for your desktop. 2. Your operating system...
User Manual (pdf)
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... you want to back up each time you press the Manual Backup button. Manual Backup (Backup on the front of the drive to set up your WD Dual-option product with Dantz Retrospect Express backup software. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 5 Using the Backup Software This section contains instructions for both...
... you want to back up each time you press the Manual Backup button. Manual Backup (Backup on the front of the drive to set up your WD Dual-option product with Dantz Retrospect Express backup software. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 5 Using the Backup Software This section contains instructions for both...