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iv MY BOOK ELITE USER MANUAL 5 Locking and Unlocking Your Drive 31 Password Protecting Your Drive 31 Unlocking Your Drive 32 Unlocking Your Drive with the WD SmartWare Software 33 Unlocking Your Drive Without the WD SmartWare Software 33 Turning Off the Drive Lock Feature 34 Changing Your Password 35 6 Managing and Customizing Your Drive 36 Using the WD SmartWare Icon 36 Opening WD SmartWare Software 36 Checking Drive Status 36 Monitoring Icon Alerts 37 Safely Disconnecting the Drive 37 Using the WD SmartWare Icon 37 Using the Drive Power Button 37...
iv MY BOOK ELITE USER MANUAL 5 Locking and Unlocking Your Drive 31 Password Protecting Your Drive 31 Unlocking Your Drive 32 Unlocking Your Drive with the WD SmartWare Software 33 Unlocking Your Drive Without the WD SmartWare Software 33 Turning Off the Drive Lock Feature 34 Changing Your Password 35 6 Managing and Customizing Your Drive 36 Using the WD SmartWare Icon 36 Opening WD SmartWare Software 36 Checking Drive Status 36 Monitoring Icon Alerts 37 Safely Disconnecting the Drive 37 Using the WD SmartWare Icon 37 Using the Drive Power Button 37...
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...BOOK ELITE USER MANUAL Safely Dismounting the Drive 58 Using the WD SmartWare Icon 58 Using the My Book Icon 59 Using the Drive Power Button 60 Unlocking the Drive 60 Unlocking Your Drive with the WD SmartWare Software 60 Unlocking Your Drive Without the WD SmartWare Software 61 Uninstalling WD SmartWare Software 62 9 Troubleshooting 64 Installing, Partitioning, and Formatting the Drive 64 Frequently Asked Questions 64 A Installing an SES Driver 66 Installing on Windows XP Computers 66 Installing the Driver Automatically 66 Installing the Driver Manually 68 Installing on Windows...
...BOOK ELITE USER MANUAL Safely Dismounting the Drive 58 Using the WD SmartWare Icon 58 Using the My Book Icon 59 Using the Drive Power Button 60 Unlocking the Drive 60 Unlocking Your Drive with the WD SmartWare Software 60 Unlocking Your Drive Without the WD SmartWare Software 61 Uninstalling WD SmartWare Software 62 9 Troubleshooting 64 Installing, Partitioning, and Formatting the Drive 64 Frequently Asked Questions 64 A Installing an SES Driver 66 Installing on Windows XP Computers 66 Installing the Driver Automatically 66 Installing the Driver Manually 68 Installing on Windows...
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... personalized drive label to remind you add or change a file. • See your backup as it happens-Seeing is believing. Customize your backup, set drive security, run diagnostics, manage the power settings, and more from unauthorized access or theft with password protection and 256-bit hardwarebased encryption. Our latest edition features a customizable smart display to identify what 's stored on a shelf. The display also includes available capacity and security status...
... personalized drive label to remind you add or change a file. • See your backup as it happens-Seeing is believing. Customize your backup, set drive security, run diagnostics, manage the power settings, and more from unauthorized access or theft with password protection and 256-bit hardwarebased encryption. Our latest edition features a customizable smart display to identify what 's stored on a shelf. The display also includes available capacity and security status...
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... computer, Retrieve a backup link. 2. Read the license agreement and click Accept to complete. If you have already backed up to install . . . This could take several minutes. The full version of the WD SmartWare software and retrieve files that you do ? For Windows Vista or Windows 7 with the WD SmartWare software: IF you like to do not want to your drive Install Drive Settings button. b. prompt on...
... computer, Retrieve a backup link. 2. Read the license agreement and click Accept to complete. If you have already backed up to install . . . This could take several minutes. The full version of the WD SmartWare software and retrieve files that you do ? For Windows Vista or Windows 7 with the WD SmartWare software: IF you like to do not want to your drive Install Drive Settings button. b. prompt on...
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... VCD, then use the copy/paste or drag/drop function to copy the Virtual CD Manager folder from your desktop to your Internet connection to continue. CONNECTING THE DRIVE AND GETTING STARTED - 18 WD SmartWare Virtual CD Manager for Windows from the WD SmartWare Virtual CD Settings dialog (see "Showing or Hiding the Virtual CD Icon" on the other computer. Open the Virtual CD Manager folder or the downloaded utility .zip file (WDSmartWareVirtualCDManagerforWindows...
... VCD, then use the copy/paste or drag/drop function to copy the Virtual CD Manager folder from your desktop to your Internet connection to continue. CONNECTING THE DRIVE AND GETTING STARTED - 18 WD SmartWare Virtual CD Manager for Windows from the WD SmartWare Virtual CD Settings dialog (see "Showing or Hiding the Virtual CD Icon" on the other computer. Open the Virtual CD Manager folder or the downloaded utility .zip file (WDSmartWareVirtualCDManagerforWindows...
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... WD Online box to longterm archive storage and: a. Pausing the backup until your computer files: 1. Click External Hard Drives and select the best drive to suit your drive is full means that there is idle Selecting Specific Content to open the backup files content box: BACKING UP YOUR COMPUTER FILES - 23 MY BOOK ELITE USER MANUAL Important: Appearance of a Caution message indicating that your future requirements. 5. c. b. On the Backup screen...
... WD Online box to longterm archive storage and: a. Pausing the backup until your computer files: 1. Click External Hard Drives and select the best drive to suit your drive is full means that there is idle Selecting Specific Content to open the backup files content box: BACKING UP YOUR COMPUTER FILES - 23 MY BOOK ELITE USER MANUAL Important: Appearance of a Caution message indicating that your future requirements. 5. c. b. On the Backup screen...
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...) in -time period • Consumes more disk space To specify the number of versions ago, the WD SmartWare software has a copy for each file box. 3. Click Apply to save and implement the new number of backup versions to display the Set File History dialog: 2. Specify the number of file versions that you can keep from a longer back-in the Enter the number of backup versions. Software Settings Screen...
...) in -time period • Consumes more disk space To specify the number of versions ago, the WD SmartWare software has a copy for each file box. 3. Click Apply to save and implement the new number of backup versions to display the Set File History dialog: 2. Specify the number of file versions that you can keep from a longer back-in the Enter the number of backup versions. Software Settings Screen...
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... . Type your drive or write new data to electronically lock and unlock your files on your password in the Verify password box. 15 Locking and Unlocking Your Drive This chapter includes the following topics: Password Protecting Your Drive Unlocking Your Drive Turning Off the Drive Lock Feature Changing Your Password MY BOOK ELITE USER MANUAL Password Protecting Your Drive You should password protect your drive if you are worried that is on the drive. The WD SmartWare software uses your password...
... . Type your drive or write new data to electronically lock and unlock your files on your password in the Verify password box. 15 Locking and Unlocking Your Drive This chapter includes the following topics: Password Protecting Your Drive Unlocking Your Drive Turning Off the Drive Lock Feature Changing Your Password MY BOOK ELITE USER MANUAL Password Protecting Your Drive You should password protect your drive if you are worried that is on the drive. The WD SmartWare software uses your password...
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... Security Settings to do not have the WD SmartWare software installed on your drive, you will have to type your password to unlock the drive whenever: • You shut down your computer or disconnect your drive • Requires you to type your password to unlock the drive when you restart your computer or reconnect your drive Unlocking Your Drive After you have created a password to keep others from accessing the files on your password...
... Security Settings to do not have the WD SmartWare software installed on your drive, you will have to type your password to unlock the drive whenever: • You shut down your computer or disconnect your drive • Requires you to type your password to unlock the drive when you restart your computer or reconnect your drive Unlocking Your Drive After you have created a password to keep others from accessing the files on your password...
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... a different folder: 1. "Specifying the Number of Backup Versions" on page 38. "Specifying a Different Retrieve Folder" on page 25. Either create a new folder or determine which existing folder you want to store the retrieved files in your My Documents folder. MY BOOK ELITE USER MANUAL Customizing Your Software Settings The WD SmartWare software makes it easy for you to quickly customize its own software settings for the best possible performance with your drive by...
... a different folder: 1. "Specifying the Number of Backup Versions" on page 38. "Specifying a Different Retrieve Folder" on page 25. Either create a new folder or determine which existing folder you want to store the retrieved files in your My Documents folder. MY BOOK ELITE USER MANUAL Customizing Your Software Settings The WD SmartWare software makes it easy for you to quickly customize its own software settings for the best possible performance with your drive by...
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... Book image above the Drive is not locked: 1. Read the warning about the loss of data if you still want to use a password to protect your drive. If you erase your password. Note: Erasing your drive also removes your drive. 3. Clicking Start > My Computer opening the WD SmartWare virtual CD listing under Devices with Removable Storage and double-clicking the Unlock.exe file MANAGING AND CUSTOMIZING YOUR DRIVE - 43 Using your computer's file management utility...
... Book image above the Drive is not locked: 1. Read the warning about the loss of data if you still want to use a password to protect your drive. If you erase your password. Note: Erasing your drive also removes your drive. 3. Clicking Start > My Computer opening the WD SmartWare virtual CD listing under Devices with Removable Storage and double-clicking the Unlock.exe file MANAGING AND CUSTOMIZING YOUR DRIVE - 43 Using your computer's file management utility...
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... USB 1.1 speeds due to Windows Vista NTFS format Obtain and reinstall the original software included with USB 1.1. TROUBLESHOOTING - 64 Installing, Partitioning, and Formatting the Drive How to Answer ID Install, partition, and format the drive in FAT32 when reformatting the drive, download the External USB/FireWire FAT32 Formatting Utility from Mac GPT to an incorrect driver installation of the USB 2.0 adapter card or a system that does not support USB 2.0. A: Refer to your motherboard or system manual for your USB 2.0 controller is the data transfer...
... USB 1.1 speeds due to Windows Vista NTFS format Obtain and reinstall the original software included with USB 1.1. TROUBLESHOOTING - 64 Installing, Partitioning, and Formatting the Drive How to Answer ID Install, partition, and format the drive in FAT32 when reformatting the drive, download the External USB/FireWire FAT32 Formatting Utility from Mac GPT to an incorrect driver installation of the USB 2.0 adapter card or a system that does not support USB 2.0. A: Refer to your motherboard or system manual for your USB 2.0 controller is the data transfer...
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... Yes this time only to allow Windows XP to connect to continue. MY BOOK ELITE USER MANUAL 1A Installing an SES Driver If you decide to not install the WD SmartWare software, you must be connected to the Internet: 1. Note: The SES Driver is connected to WD SmartWare screen (see "Getting Started Without WD SmartWare Software" on page 15). You can use the Found New Hardware Wizard to install the SES driver either...
... Yes this time only to allow Windows XP to connect to continue. MY BOOK ELITE USER MANUAL 1A Installing an SES Driver If you decide to not install the WD SmartWare software, you must be connected to the Internet: 1. Note: The SES Driver is connected to WD SmartWare screen (see "Getting Started Without WD SmartWare Software" on page 15). You can use the Found New Hardware Wizard to install the SES driver either...
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Select Install the software automatically and click Next: MY BOOK ELITE USER MANUAL 5. When the installation completes, click Finish: INSTALLING AN SES DRIVER - 67 4.
Select Install the software automatically and click Next: MY BOOK ELITE USER MANUAL 5. When the installation completes, click Finish: INSTALLING AN SES DRIVER - 67 4.
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... is connected to Windows Update • Finds, downloads, and installs the SES driver INSTALLING AN SES DRIVER - 70 Note: If Autoplay is enabled, two additional screens might appear at the same time as shown in Figure 3 on page 5 or Figure 4 on page 6, the Found New Hardware screen displays. If they appear, close them. MY BOOK ELITE USER MANUAL Installing on Windows Vista Computers After you physically connect the drive...
... is connected to Windows Update • Finds, downloads, and installs the SES driver INSTALLING AN SES DRIVER - 70 Note: If Autoplay is enabled, two additional screens might appear at the same time as shown in Figure 3 on page 5 or Figure 4 on page 6, the Found New Hardware screen displays. If they appear, close them. MY BOOK ELITE USER MANUAL Installing on Windows Vista Computers After you physically connect the drive...
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On the Found New Hardware - WD SES Device wizard screen, click Don't search online: 3. Show me other options: INSTALLING AN SES DRIVER - 71 On the Found New Hardware wizard screen, click Locate and install driver software: 2. MY BOOK ELITE USER MANUAL Installing the Driver Manually If your WD SES Device prompt, click I don't have the disc. At the Install the disc that came with your computer is not connected to the Internet, install the driver manually: 1.
On the Found New Hardware - WD SES Device wizard screen, click Don't search online: 3. Show me other options: INSTALLING AN SES DRIVER - 71 On the Found New Hardware wizard screen, click Locate and install driver software: 2. MY BOOK ELITE USER MANUAL Installing the Driver Manually If your WD SES Device prompt, click I don't have the disc. At the Install the disc that came with your computer is not connected to the Internet, install the driver manually: 1.
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... BOOK ELITE USER MANUAL F FAQs USBs 64 FCC Class B information 75 File categories, defined 14, 21 history, drive setting 38 history, screen 25 Flashing icon alerts 37 Formatting the drive 64 Front and back views 3 Full Media Scan 47 H Handling precautions 6 Hardware 2 I ICES/NMB-003 compliance 75 K Kensington security slot 5 Kit contents 2 L Label, specifying 41 Launching WD SmartWare software on the Mac 56 LED indicators 4 LEDs lock indicator 5 Limited warranty 76 M Mac reformatting...
... BOOK ELITE USER MANUAL F FAQs USBs 64 FCC Class B information 75 File categories, defined 14, 21 history, drive setting 38 history, screen 25 Flashing icon alerts 37 Formatting the drive 64 Front and back views 3 Full Media Scan 47 H Handling precautions 6 Hardware 2 I ICES/NMB-003 compliance 75 K Kensington security slot 5 Kit contents 2 L Label, specifying 41 Launching WD SmartWare software on the Mac 56 LED indicators 4 LEDs lock indicator 5 Limited warranty 76 M Mac reformatting...
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... visit our web site at http:support.wdc.com/warranty for the detailed terms and conditions of our limited warranty and for Windows® XP, Windows Vista®, Windows 7, Mac OS® X Tiger ®, Leopard ®, Snow Leopard™ (requires reformatting) Capacities and models 2 TB WDBAAH0020HCH 1.5 TB WDBAAH0015HCH 1 TB WDBAAH0010HCH 640 GB WDBAAH6400ECH Kit Contents External hard drive WD SmartWare software USB cable AC adapter Quick Install Guide operating Specifications Data transfer rate:1 Up to 480 Mb/sec...
... visit our web site at http:support.wdc.com/warranty for the detailed terms and conditions of our limited warranty and for Windows® XP, Windows Vista®, Windows 7, Mac OS® X Tiger ®, Leopard ®, Snow Leopard™ (requires reformatting) Capacities and models 2 TB WDBAAH0020HCH 1.5 TB WDBAAH0015HCH 1 TB WDBAAH0010HCH 640 GB WDBAAH6400ECH Kit Contents External hard drive WD SmartWare software USB cable AC adapter Quick Install Guide operating Specifications Data transfer rate:1 Up to 480 Mb/sec...
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... page 17 INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE AND GETTING STARTED - 21 When the installation completes, click Finish to . . . Click Start > All Programs > Western Digital > WD SmartWare > WD SmartWare to display the Home screen (see . . . "Backing Up Your Computer Files" on page 22. WD SMARTWARE SOFTWARE USER MANUAL 6. "Securing the Drive" on page 28. On the Home screen: IF you want to exit the Setup Wizard: 7. Verify that the WD Quick View icon displays in...
... page 17 INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE AND GETTING STARTED - 21 When the installation completes, click Finish to . . . Click Start > All Programs > Western Digital > WD SmartWare > WD SmartWare to display the Home screen (see . . . "Backing Up Your Computer Files" on page 22. WD SMARTWARE SOFTWARE USER MANUAL 6. "Securing the Drive" on page 28. On the Home screen: IF you want to exit the Setup Wizard: 7. Verify that the WD Quick View icon displays in...
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...; Clicking: Start > (All) Programs > Western Digital > WD SmartWare > WD SmartWare MANAGING AND CUSTOMIZING THE DRIVE - 37 WD SMARTWARE SOFTWARE USER MANUAL 6 Managing and Customizing the Drive 1 This chapter includes the following topics: Using the WD Quick View Icon Opening the WD SmartWare Software Checking Drive Status Safely Disconnecting the Drive Monitoring Icon Alerts Naming the Drive Setting the Drive Sleep Timer Registering the Drive Checking Drive Health Erasing the Drive Restoring the WD SmartWare Software and Disk Image Using the WD Quick View Icon After you can use the icon to...
...; Clicking: Start > (All) Programs > Western Digital > WD SmartWare > WD SmartWare MANAGING AND CUSTOMIZING THE DRIVE - 37 WD SMARTWARE SOFTWARE USER MANUAL 6 Managing and Customizing the Drive 1 This chapter includes the following topics: Using the WD Quick View Icon Opening the WD SmartWare Software Checking Drive Status Safely Disconnecting the Drive Monitoring Icon Alerts Naming the Drive Setting the Drive Sleep Timer Registering the Drive Checking Drive Health Erasing the Drive Restoring the WD SmartWare Software and Disk Image Using the WD Quick View Icon After you can use the icon to...