Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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... WD recommends using the installation CD. Proceed to Section 5 to use . 5. Align the edge of the stand onto the side of the stand toward the drive until the stand snaps firmly into place. Quick Install Guide WD Dual-option™ Media Center and Combo External Storage Products 1 System... Requirements Windows® ! Insert the installation CD into multiple volumes, select the Partition tab from the Volume Format menu,...
... WD recommends using the installation CD. Proceed to Section 5 to use . 5. Align the edge of the stand onto the side of the stand toward the drive until the stand snaps firmly into place. Quick Install Guide WD Dual-option™ Media Center and Combo External Storage Products 1 System... Requirements Windows® ! Insert the installation CD into multiple volumes, select the Partition tab from the Volume Format menu,...
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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...(Combo and Media Center) and memory card reader (Media Center) are not supported. Connect one end of the drive (Figure 2). 5. Connect one end of the power cord to an available USB port on the back of the USB 2.0 cable to the AC adapter. 3. Formatting the Drive Your WD Dual-option ...attempt to your system manufacturer. Align the notch of the foot to an available FireWire port on the back of the drive (Figure 2). 7. INSTALL STANDS Removing the Feet 1. Connecting the Cables Important: You can connect the USB cable and/or FireWire cable depending on features you connect only ...
...(Combo and Media Center) and memory card reader (Media Center) are not supported. Connect one end of the drive (Figure 2). 5. Connect one end of the power cord to an available USB port on the back of the USB 2.0 cable to the AC adapter. 3. Formatting the Drive Your WD Dual-option ...attempt to your system manufacturer. Align the notch of the foot to an available FireWire port on the back of the drive (Figure 2). 7. INSTALL STANDS Removing the Feet 1. Connecting the Cables Important: You can connect the USB cable and/or FireWire cable depending on features you connect only ...
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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...your computer, use either of the following methods: Drag and Drop Copy and Paste 1. If the card was directly formatted or used by a digital camera, you may need to re-insert it with the gold connector end facing upward. folder. 2. Press the Manual Backup button (two folders...are schedule to occur automatically. This is the ideal choice for answer ID 1270 Manual Backup 1. Figure 4 Automatic Backup 1. Select the drive on the installation CD. Click Next. 2. This is the ideal choice for automatic backups to occur at their scheduled times. - 3 - The area surrounding the ...
...your computer, use either of the following methods: Drag and Drop Copy and Paste 1. If the card was directly formatted or used by a digital camera, you may need to re-insert it with the gold connector end facing upward. folder. 2. Press the Manual Backup button (two folders...are schedule to occur automatically. This is the ideal choice for answer ID 1270 Manual Backup 1. Figure 4 Automatic Backup 1. Select the drive on the installation CD. Click Next. 2. This is the ideal choice for automatic backups to occur at their scheduled times. - 3 - The area surrounding the ...
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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... whom you will not occur in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Western Digital Technologies, Inc. The remedies provided herein are in lieu of merchantability or fitness for digital apparatus set out in a particular installation. Using Safe Shutdown™ 1. Now you may safely disconnect the USB cable from ...materials should be rectified because of damage occurring before shutting down , and the power light turns off. 2. and WD, the WD logo, WD Dual-option, and Safe Shutdown are designed to WD authorized personnel or a WD-approved service center.
... whom you will not occur in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Western Digital Technologies, Inc. The remedies provided herein are in lieu of merchantability or fitness for digital apparatus set out in a particular installation. Using Safe Shutdown™ 1. Now you may safely disconnect the USB cable from ...materials should be rectified because of damage occurring before shutting down , and the power light turns off. 2. and WD, the WD logo, WD Dual-option, and Safe Shutdown are designed to WD authorized personnel or a WD-approved service center.
User Manual (pdf)
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... 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 the Feet for Horizontal Placement 8 Removing the Feet 8 Connecting the Cables 9 Powering Up the Drive 10 Formatting the Drive 10 WD...
... 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 the Feet for Horizontal Placement 8 Removing the Feet 8 Connecting the Cables 9 Powering Up the Drive 10 Formatting the Drive 10 WD...
User Manual (pdf)
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Installation 26 8 Appendix Regulatory Compliance 27 Warranty Information 28 WD Service and Support 29 Index TABLE OF CONTENTS - 5 Using the Backup Software Manual Backup (Backup on ...
Installation 26 8 Appendix Regulatory Compliance 27 Warranty Information 28 WD Service and Support 29 Index TABLE OF CONTENTS - 5 Using the Backup Software Manual Backup (Backup on ...
User Manual (pdf)
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.... USB 2.0 is shown in portable document format (PDF) ! 1 Getting Started WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Thank you for that much-needed additional storage and a perfect place to USB 1.1. This user manual provides step-by-step installation instructions and other important information regarding your USB card manufacturer. High...
.... USB 2.0 is shown in portable document format (PDF) ! 1 Getting Started WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Thank you for that much-needed additional storage and a perfect place to USB 1.1. This user manual provides step-by-step installation instructions and other important information regarding your USB card manufacturer. High...
User Manual (pdf)
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... and reliability, WD recommends that you install the latest service pack (SP) and updates. Available USB and/or OHCI-compliant FireWire port ! SmartMedia™ GETTING STARTED - 2 Memory Stick® ! Microdrive™ ! Available USB and/or OHCI-compliant FireWire port ! System Requirements WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Windows...
... and reliability, WD recommends that you install the latest service pack (SP) and updates. Available USB and/or OHCI-compliant FireWire port ! SmartMedia™ GETTING STARTED - 2 Memory Stick® ! Microdrive™ ! Available USB and/or OHCI-compliant FireWire port ! System Requirements WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Windows...
User Manual (pdf)
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.... In the following table, write the serial number and model number of the following precautions when unpacking and installing your first telephone contact with care during unpacking and installation. WD Product Serial Number: WD Product Model Number: WD Product Purchase Date: System and Software Notes: Registering... center. Do not open the product, as this will void the warranty. Do not drop or jolt the drive. ! 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...
.... In the following table, write the serial number and model number of the following precautions when unpacking and installing your first telephone contact with care during unpacking and installation. WD Product Serial Number: WD Product Model Number: WD Product Purchase Date: System and Software Notes: Registering... center. Do not open the product, as this will void the warranty. Do not drop or jolt the drive. ! 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...
User Manual (pdf)
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... 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 for WD. Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP 1. Click Next. 3. Retrospect Express Installer launches and displays the following window. The program autoruns and displays a setup menu. Select the option to Install Retrospect...
... 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 for WD. Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP 1. Click Next. 3. Retrospect Express Installer launches and displays the following window. The program autoruns and displays a setup menu. Select the option to Install Retrospect...
User Manual (pdf)
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In the next window, select the Recommended installation option and click Next. 5. After installation is completed, the following window is filled automatically. Click Finish. 6. Select Register Now to complete the registration information, and click the option either to e-mail or to "Connecting the Drive" ... to print and fax the information. 8. In the next window, you are prompted to begin installation. Click OK. 7. SETTING UP - 5 WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 4. You may be prompted for a license code. Enter your WD...
In the next window, select the Recommended installation option and click Next. 5. After installation is completed, the following window is filled automatically. Click Finish. 6. Select Register Now to complete the registration information, and click the option either to e-mail or to "Connecting the Drive" ... to print and fax the information. 8. In the next window, you are prompted to begin installation. Click OK. 7. SETTING UP - 5 WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 4. You may be prompted for a license code. Enter your WD...
User Manual (pdf)
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...Restart. 5. Click Continue to HFS Extended Format (or other Mac OS drive format) before using the installation CD. 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. ... drive, select Control Panel > Extensions Manager from the menu, and click Initialize. 4. SETTING UP - 6 After restarting, insert the installation CD into your name and organization, accept the included license code, and click OK. 9. Complete the fields for examples of Retrospect Express...
...Restart. 5. Click Continue to HFS Extended Format (or other Mac OS drive format) before using the installation CD. 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. ... drive, select Control Panel > Extensions Manager from the menu, and click Initialize. 4. SETTING UP - 6 After restarting, insert the installation CD into your name and organization, accept the included license code, and click OK. 9. Complete the fields for examples of Retrospect Express...
User Manual (pdf)
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...your name and organization, accept the included license code, and click OK. 8. A hard drive icon with the name you to complete the installation. Note: See "Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP" on the right panel. Proceed to "Using the Backup Software" on -screen instructions to register... the instructions to begin drive formatting. The next window prompts you assigned appears on the desktop. Mac OS X v10.2.8+ WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 1. To format or reinitialize the drive, select Applications > Utilities > Disk Utility. Click Erase to...
...your name and organization, accept the included license code, and click OK. 8. A hard drive icon with the name you to complete the installation. Note: See "Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP" on the right panel. Proceed to "Using the Backup Software" on -screen instructions to register... the instructions to begin drive formatting. The next window prompts you assigned appears on the desktop. Mac OS X v10.2.8+ WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 1. To format or reinitialize the drive, select Applications > Utilities > Disk Utility. Click Erase to...
User Manual (pdf)
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...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 storage product and disconnect all its cables. 2. Repeat this process for balance and stability. 4. Installing... the stand snaps away from the edge of the foot to the back. 3. The feet are provided for Vertical Placement 1. INSTALL STANDS REMOVE STANDS REMOVE FEET CONNECTING THE DRIVE - 8 Repeat this process for the three remaining feet. Removing the Stands 1. Press...
...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 storage product and disconnect all its cables. 2. Repeat this process for balance and stability. 4. Installing... the stand snaps away from the edge of the foot to the back. 3. The feet are provided for Vertical Placement 1. INSTALL STANDS REMOVE STANDS REMOVE FEET CONNECTING THE DRIVE - 8 Repeat this process for the three remaining feet. Removing the Stands 1. Press...
User Manual (pdf)
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Select any files or folders, and drag and drop them where you want. To view documents, insert the installation CD into WD backup wizards. Macintosh 1. Select any files or folders, and drag and drop them where you want to search. USING... The program autoruns and displays a setup menu. Open the drive containing your copied files. 2. Note: If you copied media on the installation CD. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Finding Files from a Media Copy (Media Center) Windows 1. Open the drive containing your copied files. 2. ...
Select any files or folders, and drag and drop them where you want. To view documents, insert the installation CD into WD backup wizards. Macintosh 1. Select any files or folders, and drag and drop them where you want to search. USING... The program autoruns and displays a setup menu. Open the drive containing your copied files. 2. Note: If you copied media on the installation CD. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Finding Files from a Media Copy (Media Center) Windows 1. Open the drive containing your copied files. 2. ...
User Manual (pdf)
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...uninstall the backup software, go to the Trash icon on the bottom right corner of the desktop). 2. Windows 98SE WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 1. Right-click the WD Button Manager icon in the system tray (typically located on the ...disconnect, and drag it to Start > Settings > Control Panel. 2. Note: For more information regarding removing Retrospect Express software or other installation drivers associated with the drive you can safely disconnect the USB cable from the electric outlet. To uninstall WD Button Manager, right-click the...
...uninstall the backup software, go to the Trash icon on the bottom right corner of the desktop). 2. Windows 98SE WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 1. Right-click the WD Button Manager icon in the system tray (typically located on the ...disconnect, and drag it to Start > Settings > Control Panel. 2. Note: For more information regarding removing Retrospect Express software or other installation drivers associated with the drive you can safely disconnect the USB cable from the electric outlet. To uninstall WD Button Manager, right-click the...
User Manual (pdf)
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7 Troubleshooting WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL To search the WD technical support knowledge base and to view a complete list of the significant reduction in to the ... my system supports USB 2.0? USB Information Q: What is backward-compatible with USB 2.0 peripherals and USB 2.0 PCI adapter cards. Note: If your motherboard. When connected to install the appropriate chipset support for USB 2.0, which provides transfer rates up to 40 times faster than USB 1.1. Frequently Asked Questions -
7 Troubleshooting WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL To search the WD technical support knowledge base and to view a complete list of the significant reduction in to the ... my system supports USB 2.0? USB Information Q: What is backward-compatible with USB 2.0 peripherals and USB 2.0 PCI adapter cards. Note: If your motherboard. When connected to install the appropriate chipset support for USB 2.0, which provides transfer rates up to 40 times faster than USB 1.1. Frequently Asked Questions -
User Manual (pdf)
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...DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Frequently Asked Questions - Q: Why is the drive not recognized under My Computer or on page 10. Q: How do I reinstall it? Q: Why is not recognized correctly unless USB 2.0 root hub and host controller drivers are installed... > Run. The area surrounding the button illuminates blue, and you may affect performance. Contact the adapter card manufacturer for installation procedures and more information. How do I accidentally uninstalled WD Button Manager. TROUBLESHOOTING - 26 A: After connecting the power cord...
...DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Frequently Asked Questions - Q: Why is the drive not recognized under My Computer or on page 10. Q: How do I reinstall it? Q: Why is not recognized correctly unless USB 2.0 root hub and host controller drivers are installed... > Run. The area surrounding the button illuminates blue, and you may affect performance. Contact the adapter card manufacturer for installation procedures and more information. How do I accidentally uninstalled WD Button Manager. TROUBLESHOOTING - 26 A: After connecting the power cord...
User Manual (pdf)
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...par le ministère des Communications du Canada. Information Technology Equipment - Safety - Approved for digital apparatus set out in a particular installation. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in accordance with the instructions, may...60950-1. APPENDIX - 27 8 Appendix WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Regulatory Compliance FCC Class B Information This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits of a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of ...
...par le ministère des Communications du Canada. Information Technology Equipment - Safety - Approved for digital apparatus set out in a particular installation. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in accordance with the instructions, may...60950-1. APPENDIX - 27 8 Appendix WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Regulatory Compliance FCC Class B Information This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits of a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of ...
User Manual (pdf)
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...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 covers, unless authorized to products sold as new. An unauthorized ...of warranty, check the warranty expiration (serial number required) via support.wdc.com. Warranty Information WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL This product contains no liability for any Product placed in the course of its possession....
...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 covers, unless authorized to products sold as new. An unauthorized ...of warranty, check the warranty expiration (serial number required) via support.wdc.com. Warranty Information WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL This product contains no liability for any Product placed in the course of its possession....