Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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... select the Recommended installation option and click Next. 4. After installation, click Finish. To register the software, launch the backup software from support.wdc.com. Windows users, go to the Apple menu and select Software Update. 2 Setting Up Note: For more information about booting...motherboard BIOS setting documentation to your system documentation or contact your WD Dual-option drive. The license agreement window is required for Hi-Speed USB 2.0 performance. To proceed, select I accept the terms in the license agreement and click Next. 3. In the next window, click ...
... select the Recommended installation option and click Next. 4. After installation, click Finish. To register the software, launch the backup software from support.wdc.com. Windows users, go to the Apple menu and select Software Update. 2 Setting Up Note: For more information about booting...motherboard BIOS setting documentation to your system documentation or contact your WD Dual-option drive. The license agreement window is required for Hi-Speed USB 2.0 performance. To proceed, select I accept the terms in the license agreement and click Next. 3. In the next window, click ...
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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...indicate drive activity. 7. Manual Backup (Backup on page 2 to reinitialize the drive to turn on the installation CD or obtain it from support.wdc.com. Click Next. 3. By default, the WD drive on which the button was pressed is illuminated blue, indicating that includes ...button to a Mac OS format. BUTTONS POWER/SAFE SHUTDOWN™ KENSINGTON® SECURITY LOCK CONNECTION DC POWER SUPPLY SOCKET USB 2.0 PORT USB 2.0 CABLE AC ADAPTER CORD USB 2.0 CABLE TO USB PORT ON COMPUTER 4 Using the Backup Software Figure 5 MANUAL BACKUP (TWO FOLDERS ICON) AUTOMATIC BACKUP (CLOCK ICON) ...
...indicate drive activity. 7. Manual Backup (Backup on page 2 to reinitialize the drive to turn on the installation CD or obtain it from support.wdc.com. Click Next. 3. By default, the WD drive on which the button was pressed is illuminated blue, indicating that includes ...button to a Mac OS format. BUTTONS POWER/SAFE SHUTDOWN™ KENSINGTON® SECURITY LOCK CONNECTION DC POWER SUPPLY SOCKET USB 2.0 PORT USB 2.0 CABLE AC ADAPTER CORD USB 2.0 CABLE TO USB PORT ON COMPUTER 4 Using the Backup Software Figure 5 MANUAL BACKUP (TWO FOLDERS ICON) AUTOMATIC BACKUP (CLOCK ICON) ...
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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..., the repair or replacement of the Product. WD shall have no user-serviceable parts. Western Digital is applicable only to Part 15 of warranty, check the warranty expiration (serial number required) via support.wdc.com. Part 1: General Requirements (File E101559). Obtaining Service WD values your desktop....instructions for storing or shipping your expense. All rights reserved. 2079-001049-A02 04/05 - 4 - You may safely disconnect the USB cable from your computer and the power cord from state to be kept for Product return. SAFELY REMOVE HARDWARE ICON Macintosh 1. CAN/...
..., the repair or replacement of the Product. WD shall have no user-serviceable parts. Western Digital is applicable only to Part 15 of warranty, check the warranty expiration (serial number required) via support.wdc.com. Part 1: General Requirements (File E101559). Obtaining Service WD values your desktop....instructions for storing or shipping your expense. All rights reserved. 2079-001049-A02 04/05 - 4 - You may safely disconnect the USB cable from your computer and the power cord from state to be kept for Product return. SAFELY REMOVE HARDWARE ICON Macintosh 1. CAN/...
User Manual (pdf)
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5 Disconnecting the Drive Using Safe Shutdown 18 Using Manual Shutdown 18 Uninstalling Retrospect Express 19 Uninstalling WD Button Manager 19 6 Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions-USB Information 20 Frequently Asked Questions-Installation 21 7 Appendix Regulatory Compliance 22 Warranty Information 23 WD Service and Support 24 Index TABLE OF CONTENTS - ii
5 Disconnecting the Drive Using Safe Shutdown 18 Using Manual Shutdown 18 Uninstalling Retrospect Express 19 Uninstalling WD Button Manager 19 6 Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions-USB Information 20 Frequently Asked Questions-Installation 21 7 Appendix Regulatory Compliance 22 Warranty Information 23 WD Service and Support 24 Index TABLE OF CONTENTS - ii
User Manual (pdf)
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... data, music, photos, and movies. WD Dual-option™ External USB 2.0* Hard Drive ! 6 ft. (1.8m) USB 2.0 certified cable ! To determine whether or not your system supports USB 2.0, refer to -use backup features make this external drive an ideal solution for vertical placement ! Available USB port ! Installation CD containing Dantz® Retrospect® Express backup software...
... data, music, photos, and movies. WD Dual-option™ External USB 2.0* Hard Drive ! 6 ft. (1.8m) USB 2.0 certified cable ! To determine whether or not your system supports USB 2.0, refer to -use backup features make this external drive an ideal solution for vertical placement ! Available USB port ! Installation CD containing Dantz® Retrospect® Express backup software...
User Manual (pdf)
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... table, write the serial number and model number of your system, visit windowsupdate.microsoft.com. This information is necessary for setup and technical support. WD Product Serial Number: WD Product Model Number: WD Product Purchase Date: System and Software Notes: GETTING STARTED - 2 Recording Your WD Product... remove, tear, or damage the tape seal or any labels on the back panel. Updating Your Operating System WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL Windows Go to the Apple menu and select Software Update. these actions will void the warranty. For more information...
... table, write the serial number and model number of your system, visit windowsupdate.microsoft.com. This information is necessary for setup and technical support. WD Product Serial Number: WD Product Model Number: WD Product Purchase Date: System and Software Notes: GETTING STARTED - 2 Recording Your WD Product... remove, tear, or damage the tape seal or any labels on the back panel. Updating Your Operating System WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL Windows Go to the Apple menu and select Software Update. these actions will void the warranty. For more information...
User Manual (pdf)
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...open the product, as a portable device. ! Do not stack any objects on top of the drive that may be handled with WD technical support. Handling Precautions CAUTION: This product contains no user-serviceable parts. WD products are precision instruments and must be damaged by rough handling, shock,... period commences on the date of your product. Registering Your WD Product WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL Your WD product includes 30 days of free technical support during the applicable warranty period for Horizontal Placement" on page 8. Register online at https://www....
...open the product, as a portable device. ! Do not stack any objects on top of the drive that may be handled with WD technical support. Handling Precautions CAUTION: This product contains no user-serviceable parts. WD products are precision instruments and must be damaged by rough handling, shock,... period commences on the date of your product. Registering Your WD Product WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL Your WD product includes 30 days of free technical support during the applicable warranty period for Horizontal Placement" on page 8. Register online at https://www....
User Manual (pdf)
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...computer. A new hard drive icon appears in the My Computer window for answer ID 1201. Refer to disable this feature or visit support.wdc.com, click Knowledge Base, and search for PC users or on your WD Dual-option drive. Connect the AC adapter cord... your system's motherboard BIOS setting documentation to your system manufacturer. KENSINGTON® SECURITY LOCK CONNECTION DC POWER SUPPLY SOCKET USB 2.0 PORT USB 2.0 CABLE AC ADAPTER CORD USB 2.0 CABLE TO USB 2.0 PORT ON COMPUTER BUTTONS POWER/SAFE SHUTDOWN™ MANUAL BACKUP (TWO FOLDERS ICON) AUTOMATIC BACKUP (CLOCK ICON) ...
...computer. A new hard drive icon appears in the My Computer window for answer ID 1201. Refer to disable this feature or visit support.wdc.com, click Knowledge Base, and search for PC users or on your WD Dual-option drive. Connect the AC adapter cord... your system's motherboard BIOS setting documentation to your system manufacturer. KENSINGTON® SECURITY LOCK CONNECTION DC POWER SUPPLY SOCKET USB 2.0 PORT USB 2.0 CABLE AC ADAPTER CORD USB 2.0 CABLE TO USB 2.0 PORT ON COMPUTER BUTTONS POWER/SAFE SHUTDOWN™ MANUAL BACKUP (TWO FOLDERS ICON) AUTOMATIC BACKUP (CLOCK ICON) ...
User Manual (pdf)
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... has difficulty communicating with all Windows operating systems.The FAT32 file system has a maximum file transfer of your operating system manual or visit support.wdc.com, click Knowledge Base, and search for answer ID 1053 for Windows 2000 or answer ID 1021 for compatibility with the backup ... your desktop) is blue. Macintosh users, see "Macintosh" on the bottom right corner of 4 GB. Formatting the Drive WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL Your WD Dual-option drive is powered off or disconnected, the icon disappears. When the drive is preformatted as a single...
... has difficulty communicating with all Windows operating systems.The FAT32 file system has a maximum file transfer of your operating system manual or visit support.wdc.com, click Knowledge Base, and search for answer ID 1053 for Windows 2000 or answer ID 1021 for compatibility with the backup ... your desktop) is blue. Macintosh users, see "Macintosh" on the bottom right corner of 4 GB. Formatting the Drive WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL Your WD Dual-option drive is powered off or disconnected, the icon disappears. When the drive is preformatted as a single...
User Manual (pdf)
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WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL 3. Windows and Mac OS 9.x users: By default, the software copies Documents Only, which to back up. Select the drive on which ... Next. Make your choice and click Next. 4. If you have multiple external drives connected, the drive on which includes your operating system and programs, visit support.wdc.com, click Knowledge Base, and search for most users. Make your choice and click Next. Mac OS X users: In the following window, select the...
WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL 3. Windows and Mac OS 9.x users: By default, the software copies Documents Only, which to back up. Select the drive on which ... Next. Make your choice and click Next. 4. If you have multiple external drives connected, the drive on which includes your operating system and programs, visit support.wdc.com, click Knowledge Base, and search for most users. Make your choice and click Next. Mac OS X users: In the following window, select the...
User Manual (pdf)
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This is the ideal choice for answer ID 1270. Click Next. 3. Automatic Backup WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL 1. Make your contacts, documents, music, and pictures. This is the source drive that includes restoration of the drive to back up ...each time an automatic backup begins. Press the Automatic Backup button (clock icon) on the front of your operating system and programs, visit support.wdc.com, click Knowledge Base, and search for most users. Click the drive you want to launch the initial setup wizard. Note: To create a backup...
This is the ideal choice for answer ID 1270. Click Next. 3. Automatic Backup WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL 1. Make your contacts, documents, music, and pictures. This is the source drive that includes restoration of the drive to back up ...each time an automatic backup begins. Press the Automatic Backup button (clock icon) on the front of your operating system and programs, visit support.wdc.com, click Knowledge Base, and search for most users. Click the drive you want to launch the initial setup wizard. Note: To create a backup...
User Manual (pdf)
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Changing Your Automatic Backup Settings WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL Follow these steps to edit your automatic backup settings, disable Automatic Backup, or enable an existing Automatic Backup that is in ... Open the Retrospect Backup folder, and open the folder named Backup on your CD-ROM drive. The wizard displays a summary of Dantz software does not support server applications. Click the View option for the document you have changed your settings or the timer has expired, the LED stops flashing and remains...
Changing Your Automatic Backup Settings WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL Follow these steps to edit your automatic backup settings, disable Automatic Backup, or enable an existing Automatic Backup that is in ... Open the Retrospect Backup folder, and open the folder named Backup on your CD-ROM drive. The wizard displays a summary of Dantz software does not support server applications. Click the View option for the document you have changed your settings or the timer has expired, the LED stops flashing and remains...
User Manual (pdf)
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...press the Power button once. Find the Removable Disk icon associated with your computer and the power cord from your external USB drive, visit support.wdc.com. Uninstalling WD Button Manager 1. Click the option to safely remove the drive from your computer and the power .... 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 electrical outlet. Macintosh 1. Double-click the Add/Remove Programs icon. 3. To uninstall WD Button Manager, right-click...
...press the Power button once. Find the Removable Disk icon associated with your computer and the power cord from your external USB drive, visit support.wdc.com. Uninstalling WD Button Manager 1. Click the option to safely remove the drive from your computer and the power .... 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 electrical outlet. Macintosh 1. Double-click the Add/Remove Programs icon. 3. To uninstall WD Button Manager, right-click...
User Manual (pdf)
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... Mbps. Q: How do I determine whether or not my system supports USB 2.0? A: USB 2.0 is another name for your motherboard. A: Hi-Speed USB is backward-compatible with USB 2.0 peripherals and USB 2.0 PCI adapter cards. Upgrading to 40 times faster than USB 1.1. Q: Can USB 1.1 cables be sure to a USB 1.1 port or hub, a USB 2.0 device operates at support.wdc.com. TROUBLESHOOTING - 20 Frequently Asked Questions...
... Mbps. Q: How do I determine whether or not my system supports USB 2.0? A: USB 2.0 is another name for your motherboard. A: Hi-Speed USB is backward-compatible with USB 2.0 peripherals and USB 2.0 PCI adapter cards. Upgrading to 40 times faster than USB 1.1. Q: Can USB 1.1 cables be sure to a USB 1.1 port or hub, a USB 2.0 device operates at support.wdc.com. TROUBLESHOOTING - 20 Frequently Asked Questions...
User Manual (pdf)
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... and you may hear the drive spin and power up ? Q: Why is not recognized correctly unless USB 2.0 root hub and host controller drivers are installed before connecting the WD external USB 2.0 hard drive. A: If your system includes a PCI slot, you must reformat the drive using ... sure to Start > Run. Q: How do I reinstall it? Q: Why is shared and may be sure that does not support USB 2.0. TROUBLESHOOTING - 21 Frequently Asked Questions-Installation WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL Q: Why does the drive not power up . A: FAT32 partitions created by installing...
... and you may hear the drive spin and power up ? Q: Why is not recognized correctly unless USB 2.0 root hub and host controller drivers are installed before connecting the WD external USB 2.0 hard drive. A: If your system includes a PCI slot, you must reformat the drive using ... sure to Start > Run. Q: How do I reinstall it? Q: Why is shared and may be sure that does not support USB 2.0. TROUBLESHOOTING - 21 Frequently Asked Questions-Installation WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL Q: Why does the drive not power up . A: FAT32 partitions created by installing...
User Manual (pdf)
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... was stolen from whom you at WD's option, the repair or replacement of warranty, check the warranty expiration (serial number required) via support.wdc.com. APPENDIX - 23 If it is applicable only to products sold as new. To conclusively establish the period of the Product. ...personnel or a WD-approved service center. Subject to the limitations specified above and at your expense. Warranty Information WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL This product contains no liability for which vary from defects in material and workmanship for storing or shipping your WD...
... was stolen from whom you at WD's option, the repair or replacement of warranty, check the warranty expiration (serial number required) via support.wdc.com. APPENDIX - 23 If it is applicable only to products sold as new. To conclusively establish the period of the Product. ...personnel or a WD-approved service center. Subject to the limitations specified above and at your expense. Warranty Information WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL This product contains no liability for which vary from defects in material and workmanship for storing or shipping your WD...
User Manual (pdf)
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.... ! Contact a support representative by e-mail. ! Display service and support information in your WD product serial number, system hardware, and system software versions available. Knowledge Base - WD Service and Support WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL....7199 Spanish +800.6008.6008 Asia Pacific +31.20.4467651 EMEA Western Digital 20511 Lake Forest Drive Lake Forest, California 92630 U.S.A. Warranty Services - APPENDIX - 24 Technical Information - Localized Support - Obtain warranty information, warranty status, extended warranty, product replacement,...
.... ! Contact a support representative by e-mail. ! Display service and support information in your WD product serial number, system hardware, and system software versions available. Knowledge Base - WD Service and Support WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL....7199 Spanish +800.6008.6008 Asia Pacific +31.20.4467651 EMEA Western Digital 20511 Lake Forest Drive Lake Forest, California 92630 U.S.A. Warranty Services - APPENDIX - 24 Technical Information - Localized Support - Obtain warranty information, warranty status, extended warranty, product replacement,...
User Manual (pdf)
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Shutdown, manual 18 Shutdown, Safe 18 Software, backup 11 Stands, installing 8 Stands, removing 8 Support, WD 24 System requirements 1 T Troubleshooting 20 U UL 22 Underwriters Laboratories Inc. 22 Uninstalling, Retrospect Express 19 Uninstalling, WD Button Manager 19 Updating, operating system 2 USB information, FAQs 20 V Vertical placement 8 View documents 17 W Warranty 23 Warranty, limited 23 WD Button Manager 10 Button Manager, uninstalling 19 service 24 support 24 Windows, updating 2 WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL INDEX - 2
Shutdown, manual 18 Shutdown, Safe 18 Software, backup 11 Stands, installing 8 Stands, removing 8 Support, WD 24 System requirements 1 T Troubleshooting 20 U UL 22 Underwriters Laboratories Inc. 22 Uninstalling, Retrospect Express 19 Uninstalling, WD Button Manager 19 Updating, operating system 2 USB information, FAQs 20 V Vertical placement 8 View documents 17 W Warranty 23 Warranty, limited 23 WD Button Manager 10 Button Manager, uninstalling 19 service 24 support 24 Windows, updating 2 WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL INDEX - 2
Product Specifications (pdf)
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...,000,000 bytes. All rights reserved. For service and literature: support.wdc.com www.westerndigital.com 800.ASK.4WDC 949.672.7199 +800.6008.6008 +31.20.4467651 North America Spanish Asia Pacific EMEA Western Digital is a registered trademark; Product and packaging specifications subject to other ...companies. and WD, the WD logo, WD Dual-option, and Safe Shutdown are trademarks of Western Digital Technologies, Inc. Drive Specifications Formatted capacity1 Actuator type Servo type 80 GB 80,026 MB Rotary voice coil Embedded 120 GB ...
...,000,000 bytes. All rights reserved. For service and literature: support.wdc.com www.westerndigital.com 800.ASK.4WDC 949.672.7199 +800.6008.6008 +31.20.4467651 North America Spanish Asia Pacific EMEA Western Digital is a registered trademark; Product and packaging specifications subject to other ...companies. and WD, the WD logo, WD Dual-option, and Safe Shutdown are trademarks of Western Digital Technologies, Inc. Drive Specifications Formatted capacity1 Actuator type Servo type 80 GB 80,026 MB Rotary voice coil Embedded 120 GB ...