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... software. Accessing Online Support Visit our product support website at support.wdc.com. Contacting WD Technical Support When contacting WD for your WD product serial number, system hardware, and system software versions available. If the answer is not available or if you encounter any problem, please give us keep you informed of new features and services, remember to get the latest updates and special offers. • Warranty & RMA Services - Download drivers, software...
... software. Accessing Online Support Visit our product support website at support.wdc.com. Contacting WD Technical Support When contacting WD for your WD product serial number, system hardware, and system software versions available. If the answer is not available or if you encounter any problem, please give us keep you informed of new features and services, remember to get the latest updates and special offers. • Warranty & RMA Services - Download drivers, software...
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... 14 GS Mark (Germany only 14 KCC Notice (Republic of Contents MY BOOK 3.0 USER MANUAL WD Service and Support ii Accessing Online Support ii Contacting WD Technical Support ii 1 About Your WD Drive 1 Kit Contents 1 USB 3.0 Micro-B Cable 2 PCIe Adapter Card 3 Optional Accessories 3 System Requirements 3 Drive Format 3 Physical Description 4 Views 4 Power Button 5 Power/Activity LED 5 Drive Interface 5 Kensington® Security Slot 5 WD Product Registration 5 Tools and Materials (kits with PCIe adapter card 5 2 Getting Started 6 Step 1. iii Unpacking and Handling the...
... 14 GS Mark (Germany only 14 KCC Notice (Republic of Contents MY BOOK 3.0 USER MANUAL WD Service and Support ii Accessing Online Support ii Contacting WD Technical Support ii 1 About Your WD Drive 1 Kit Contents 1 USB 3.0 Micro-B Cable 2 PCIe Adapter Card 3 Optional Accessories 3 System Requirements 3 Drive Format 3 Physical Description 4 Views 4 Power Button 5 Power/Activity LED 5 Drive Interface 5 Kensington® Security Slot 5 WD Product Registration 5 Tools and Materials (kits with PCIe adapter card 5 2 Getting Started 6 Step 1. iii Unpacking and Handling the...
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... software, firmware, and product documentation and information, go to http://products.wdc.com/updates • External hard drive • USB 3.0 Micro-B cable • AC adapter (configuration may vary depending on region) • USB 3.0 PCIe adapter card (gen2) attached to full-height bracket (in kits that include an adapter card) • Half-height bracket (in kits that of USB 2.0 for the fastest transfer speed available. This elegant, high capacity storage drive features a SuperSpeed USB...
... software, firmware, and product documentation and information, go to http://products.wdc.com/updates • External hard drive • USB 3.0 Micro-B cable • AC adapter (configuration may vary depending on region) • USB 3.0 PCIe adapter card (gen2) attached to full-height bracket (in kits that include an adapter card) • Half-height bracket (in kits that of USB 2.0 for the fastest transfer speed available. This elegant, high capacity storage drive features a SuperSpeed USB...
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... cable connects to your computer's USB 3.0 port (if available, e.g., from the PCIe adapter) or any available USB 2.0 port. The connector at USB 2.0 speeds. The port on full-height bracket (optional) Half-height Bracket (optional) AC Adapter USB 3.0 Micro-B Cable My Book 3.0 Drive Product CD (optional) The USB 3.0 Micro-B connector is designed for Knowledge Base Answer ID 3886. You can also use a USB 2.0 cable with an extension holding 5 extra pins. MY BOOK 3.0 USER MANUAL Quick Install Guide USB...
... cable connects to your computer's USB 3.0 port (if available, e.g., from the PCIe adapter) or any available USB 2.0 port. The connector at USB 2.0 speeds. The port on full-height bracket (optional) Half-height Bracket (optional) AC Adapter USB 3.0 Micro-B Cable My Book 3.0 Drive Product CD (optional) The USB 3.0 Micro-B connector is designed for Knowledge Base Answer ID 3886. You can also use a USB 2.0 cable with an extension holding 5 extra pins. MY BOOK 3.0 USER MANUAL Quick Install Guide USB...
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... a PCIe adapter card) Note: Compatibility of Technical Support contacts, visit support.wdc.com and see Knowledge Base Answer ID 1048. One end of the cable connects to one of these ports, while the other end connects to the My Book 3.0 drive. (See section above.) Note: You can connect a USB 2.0 or USB 3.0 cable to a USB 3.0 port on your region. Drive Format Your My Book Essential drive is preformatted as a single NTFS partition for this product, visit...
... a PCIe adapter card) Note: Compatibility of Technical Support contacts, visit support.wdc.com and see Knowledge Base Answer ID 1048. One end of the cable connects to one of these ports, while the other end connects to the My Book 3.0 drive. (See section above.) Note: You can connect a USB 2.0 or USB 3.0 cable to a USB 3.0 port on your region. Drive Format Your My Book Essential drive is preformatted as a single NTFS partition for this product, visit...
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Physical Description Views Front MY BOOK 3.0 USER MANUAL Back Power/Activity LED Power Button USB 3.0 Port Kensington ® Security Slot ABOUT YOUR WD DRIVE - 4
Physical Description Views Front MY BOOK 3.0 USER MANUAL Back Power/Activity LED Power Button USB 3.0 Port Kensington ® Security Slot ABOUT YOUR WD DRIVE - 4
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... Book 3.0 is equipped with USB 2.0 but defaults to USB 2.0 speed of up to 480 Mb/s. For more information on the drive again, simply press the power button. To power down before the power LED turns off the drive at register.wdc.com. You may hear the drive power down or disconnect the drive: 1. WD Product Registration Register your drive online at this drive is backward-compatible with a Kensington security slot, which supports a standard Kensington security cable...
... Book 3.0 is equipped with USB 2.0 but defaults to USB 2.0 speed of up to 480 Mb/s. For more information on the drive again, simply press the power button. To power down before the power LED turns off the drive at register.wdc.com. You may hear the drive power down or disconnect the drive: 1. WD Product Registration Register your drive online at this drive is backward-compatible with a Kensington security slot, which supports a standard Kensington security cable...
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... existing data. 3. If AutoRun/AutoPlay is not enabled, open (My) Computer, double-click the CD drive, and then double-click Western Digital Setup Launcher to your computer or using an anti-static wrist strap. 4. Unpacking and Handling the Adapter Card Step 2. Installing the PCIe Adapter Driver Step 3. Connecting the Drive" on page 11. Connecting the Drive MY BOOK 3.0 USER MANUAL Do one of your system manual for instructions). Step 1. Power off...
... existing data. 3. If AutoRun/AutoPlay is not enabled, open (My) Computer, double-click the CD drive, and then double-click Western Digital Setup Launcher to your computer or using an anti-static wrist strap. 4. Unpacking and Handling the Adapter Card Step 2. Installing the PCIe Adapter Driver Step 3. Connecting the Drive" on page 11. Connecting the Drive MY BOOK 3.0 USER MANUAL Do one of your system manual for instructions). Step 1. Power off...
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Click Install. GETTING STARTED - 8 The InstallShield Wizard displays the progress bar. Click Next to display the Ready to the desired folder. 7. MY BOOK 3.0 USER MANUAL 6. Specify the desired location for saving the driver files, either by accepting the default or browsing to Install the Program screen. 8.
Click Install. GETTING STARTED - 8 The InstallShield Wizard displays the progress bar. Click Next to display the Ready to the desired folder. 7. MY BOOK 3.0 USER MANUAL 6. Specify the desired location for saving the driver files, either by accepting the default or browsing to Install the Program screen. 8.
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.... Do not install the PCIe card in your computer or by touching the metal chassis of the computer case. 3. Remove the cover of your computer. Remove the PCIe adapter card from the wall outlet. 1. For information on PCIe slots, see "Troubleshooting" on your system GETTING STARTED - 9 Step 3. To prevent ESD damage, discharge static electricity by using the existing screws...
.... Do not install the PCIe card in your computer or by touching the metal chassis of the computer case. 3. Remove the cover of your computer. Remove the PCIe adapter card from the wall outlet. 1. For information on PCIe slots, see "Troubleshooting" on your system GETTING STARTED - 9 Step 3. To prevent ESD damage, discharge static electricity by using the existing screws...
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... STARTED - 10 MY BOOK 3.0 USER MANUAL documentation. To improve performance, you may want to and from My Book 3.0. Firmly insert the adapter card in the PCIe slot and make sure it is , refer to the computer by installing the provided screw on the same motherboard. A dedicated fast internal drive may perform significantly better than others on the metal bracket. 9. Secure the adapter...
... STARTED - 10 MY BOOK 3.0 USER MANUAL documentation. To improve performance, you may want to and from My Book 3.0. Firmly insert the adapter card in the PCIe slot and make sure it is , refer to the computer by installing the provided screw on the same motherboard. A dedicated fast internal drive may perform significantly better than others on the metal bracket. 9. Secure the adapter...
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.../KO Installing Removing Installing Connection Steps . Connect the USB 3.0 Micro-B connector to change the power adapter, as illustrated below : Removing 2 4 3 1 1. GETTING STARTED - 11 To connect the My Book 3.0 drive, follow the steps below . MY BOOK 3.0 USER MANUAL Step 4. Connect the power adapter to the My Book 3.0 drive. 2. Connect the power cord to an electrical outlet. 3. Connecting the Drive Important: Before handling the hard drive or any other components, discharge static electricity by touching the metal chassis of the power adapter may need to...
.../KO Installing Removing Installing Connection Steps . Connect the USB 3.0 Micro-B connector to change the power adapter, as illustrated below : Removing 2 4 3 1 1. GETTING STARTED - 11 To connect the My Book 3.0 drive, follow the steps below . MY BOOK 3.0 USER MANUAL Step 4. Connect the power adapter to the My Book 3.0 drive. 2. Connect the power cord to an electrical outlet. 3. Connecting the Drive Important: Before handling the hard drive or any other components, discharge static electricity by touching the metal chassis of the power adapter may need to...
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The My Book 3.0 drive automatically powers on your My Book 3.0 drive. MY BOOK 3.0 USER MANUAL 4. Installation is now ready for use. GETTING STARTED - 12 If your computer does not have USB 3.0 capability, you can start storing data on /off with your computer. You can plug the USB 3.0 cable into any available USB 2.0 port. Connect the other end of the USB 3.0 cable to one of the available USB 3.0 ports on your system. The system detects the drive, which is complete!
The My Book 3.0 drive automatically powers on your My Book 3.0 drive. MY BOOK 3.0 USER MANUAL 4. Installation is now ready for use. GETTING STARTED - 12 If your computer does not have USB 3.0 capability, you can start storing data on /off with your computer. You can plug the USB 3.0 cable into any available USB 2.0 port. Connect the other end of the USB 3.0 cable to one of the available USB 3.0 ports on your system. The system detects the drive, which is complete!
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...-Speed USB transfer rates by copying files to or from your WD USB drive. Frequently Asked Questions Q: How do I connect my USB drive to an incorrect driver installation of the USB 3.0 adapter card or a system that its drivers are installed before booting? A: Refer to your USB card documentation or contact your system's motherboard BIOS setting documentation to disable this troubleshooting section or visit our support website at USB 2.0 speeds due to the computer before connecting your WD USB 3.0 external storage product. A: USB...
...-Speed USB transfer rates by copying files to or from your WD USB drive. Frequently Asked Questions Q: How do I connect my USB drive to an incorrect driver installation of the USB 3.0 adapter card or a system that its drivers are installed before booting? A: Refer to your USB card documentation or contact your system's motherboard BIOS setting documentation to disable this troubleshooting section or visit our support website at USB 2.0 speeds due to the computer before connecting your WD USB 3.0 external storage product. A: USB...
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...(A) or less, per EN ISO 7779. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the CE symbol indicates compliance of this system to operate this product is on file at Western Digital Europe. This product is no guarantee that this device has been approved for US and Canada. GS Mark (Germany only) Machine noise - GPSGV: Der höchste Schalldruckpegel...
...(A) or less, per EN ISO 7779. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the CE symbol indicates compliance of this system to operate this product is on file at Western Digital Europe. This product is no guarantee that this device has been approved for US and Canada. GS Mark (Germany only) Machine noise - GPSGV: Der höchste Schalldruckpegel...
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... (RMA). WD shall have no liability for Product return. An unauthorized return (i.e., one for which an RMA number has not been issued) will be returned to the address provided on how to provide you will be given an RMA number and instructions for lost data regardless of the cause, recovery of warranty, check the warranty expiration (serial number required) via support.wdc.com.
... (RMA). WD shall have no liability for Product return. An unauthorized return (i.e., one for which an RMA number has not been issued) will be returned to the address provided on how to provide you will be given an RMA number and instructions for lost data regardless of the cause, recovery of warranty, check the warranty expiration (serial number required) via support.wdc.com.
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... repair or replacement of the Product. MY BOOK 3.0 USER MANUAL Limited Warranty WD warrants that the asserted defect a) is not present, b) cannot reasonably be rectified because of damage occurring before WD receives the Product, or c) is attributable to misuse, improper installation, alteration (including removing or obliterating labels and opening or removing external enclosures, unless the product is on the list of limited user-serviceable products and the specific alteration...
... repair or replacement of the Product. MY BOOK 3.0 USER MANUAL Limited Warranty WD warrants that the asserted defect a) is not present, b) cannot reasonably be rectified because of damage occurring before WD receives the Product, or c) is attributable to misuse, improper installation, alteration (including removing or obliterating labels and opening or removing external enclosures, unless the product is on the list of limited user-serviceable products and the specific alteration...
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...system support of USB 3.0 13 transfer speeds 13 USB 3.0 device in USB 2.0 port 13 use a USB 2.0 cable 13 FCC Class B information 14 Front and back views 4 H Hardware 1 High-speed USB 5 I ICES/NMB-003 compliance 14 Installing the PCIe adapter card 9 K Kensington security slot 5 Kit contents 1 L LED indicator 5 Limited warranty 16 M My Book 3.0 drive, connecting 11 N NTFS format 3 O Operating system requirements 3 MY BOOK 3.0 USER MANUAL P PCIe adapter card 1 description 3 driver 6 handling 6 installing 9 PCIe slots 13 Physical description 4 Power adapters 11 Power button 5 Product registration...
...system support of USB 3.0 13 transfer speeds 13 USB 3.0 device in USB 2.0 port 13 use a USB 2.0 cable 13 FCC Class B information 14 Front and back views 4 H Hardware 1 High-speed USB 5 I ICES/NMB-003 compliance 14 Installing the PCIe adapter card 9 K Kensington security slot 5 Kit contents 1 L LED indicator 5 Limited warranty 16 M My Book 3.0 drive, connecting 11 N NTFS format 3 O Operating system requirements 3 MY BOOK 3.0 USER MANUAL P PCIe adapter card 1 description 3 driver 6 handling 6 installing 9 PCIe slots 13 Physical description 4 Power adapters 11 Power button 5 Product registration...
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... Western Digital Technologies, Inc. Other marks may result from its use nor for its use . Western Digital 20511 Lake Forest Drive Lake Forest, California 92630 U.S.A. 4779-705039-A01 Jan 2010 All rights reserved. No license is granted by WD for any time without notice. MY BOOK 3.0 USER MANUAL Information furnished by WD is believed to be mentioned herein that belong to change specifications...
... Western Digital Technologies, Inc. Other marks may result from its use nor for its use . Western Digital 20511 Lake Forest Drive Lake Forest, California 92630 U.S.A. 4779-705039-A01 Jan 2010 All rights reserved. No license is granted by WD for any time without notice. MY BOOK 3.0 USER MANUAL Information furnished by WD is believed to be mentioned herein that belong to change specifications...
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... needed. The term of the specific countries in these regions. © 2010 Western Digital Technologies, Inc. As used for Windows® XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7 Kit Contents External hard drive USB 3.0 cable AC adapter Quick Install Guide operating Specifications Data transfer rate:1 Up to 500 GB/s Operating temperature: 5°C to change without notice. Ideas accelerated Resource intensive video editing, animation, graphic design, and large media files can be available in (135 mm) Weight: 2.6 lb (1.18 kg) System Compatibility Formatted...
... needed. The term of the specific countries in these regions. © 2010 Western Digital Technologies, Inc. As used for Windows® XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7 Kit Contents External hard drive USB 3.0 cable AC adapter Quick Install Guide operating Specifications Data transfer rate:1 Up to 500 GB/s Operating temperature: 5°C to change without notice. Ideas accelerated Resource intensive video editing, animation, graphic design, and large media files can be available in (135 mm) Weight: 2.6 lb (1.18 kg) System Compatibility Formatted...