Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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... the Partition tab from the edge of the drive adjacent to use . 6. Repeat this process for easy access. Quick Install Guide WD Dual-option™ Media Center and Combo External Storage Products 1 System Requirements Windows® ! Align the edge of the stand onto the side of the drive for vertical placement with the name you assigned appears on the desktop after formatting is completed. Macintosh Important: Macintosh users must install them...
... the Partition tab from the edge of the drive adjacent to use . 6. Repeat this process for easy access. Quick Install Guide WD Dual-option™ Media Center and Combo External Storage Products 1 System Requirements Windows® ! Align the edge of the stand onto the side of the drive for vertical placement with the name you assigned appears on the desktop after formatting is completed. Macintosh Important: Macintosh users must install them...
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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...Power off the external hard drive and disconnect all Windows operating systems. The FAT32 file system has a maximum file transfer of the drive (Figure 2). 7. Connecting the Cables Important: You can connect the USB cable and/or FireWire cable depending on your computer. Connect the AC adapter cord to an available USB port on features you connect only the FireWire cable, USB devices are USB devices, enabling them requires a USB connection. For more information about file formats and overcoming file size limitations, refer to the AC adapter. 3. INSTALL STANDS Removing...
...Power off the external hard drive and disconnect all Windows operating systems. The FAT32 file system has a maximum file transfer of the drive (Figure 2). 7. Connecting the Cables Important: You can connect the USB cable and/or FireWire cable depending on your computer. Connect the AC adapter cord to an available USB port on features you connect only the FireWire cable, USB devices are USB devices, enabling them requires a USB connection. For more information about file formats and overcoming file size limitations, refer to the AC adapter. 3. INSTALL STANDS Removing...
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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... your backup files. Slot 1 (Figure 3) accepts CompactFlash Types I SHOWN) USING THE USB 2.0 HUB (USB FLASH PEN DRIVE SHOWN) Figure 3 Inserting Media 1. VERTICAL STAND SETUP SLOT 2 MEMORY STICK MEMORY STICK PRO MULTIMEDIA CARD SD CARD SMARTMEDIA SLOT 1 COMPACTFLASH TYPES I/II MICRODRIVE (COMPACTFLASH TYPE I /II and Microdrive. To transfer or save data from support.wdc.com/download. From the media folder, go to the Edit menu and click Select All. Click Next. 5. Each time...
... your backup files. Slot 1 (Figure 3) accepts CompactFlash Types I SHOWN) USING THE USB 2.0 HUB (USB FLASH PEN DRIVE SHOWN) Figure 3 Inserting Media 1. VERTICAL STAND SETUP SLOT 2 MEMORY STICK MEMORY STICK PRO MULTIMEDIA CARD SD CARD SMARTMEDIA SLOT 1 COMPACTFLASH TYPES I/II MICRODRIVE (COMPACTFLASH TYPE I /II and Microdrive. To transfer or save data from support.wdc.com/download. From the media folder, go to the Edit menu and click Select All. Click Next. 5. Each time...
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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... desktop. 2. Using Safe Shutdown™ 1. You may hear the drive power down properly, and you need additional information or help during the period of damage occurring before shutting down the drive. The drive is not present, b) cannot reasonably be rectified because of warranty specified above , your return paperwork. SAFELY REMOVE HARDWARE ICON Windows 1. Select USB Mass Storage Device from the date of shipment of a repaired or replaced Product...
... desktop. 2. Using Safe Shutdown™ 1. You may hear the drive power down properly, and you need additional information or help during the period of damage occurring before shutting down the drive. The drive is not present, b) cannot reasonably be rectified because of warranty specified above , your return paperwork. SAFELY REMOVE HARDWARE ICON Windows 1. Select USB Mass Storage Device from the date of shipment of a repaired or replaced Product...
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 - ii USB Information 25 Frequently Asked Questions - 5 Using the Backup Software Manual Backup (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...
Installation 26 8 Appendix Regulatory Compliance 27 Warranty Information 28 WD Service and Support 29 Index TABLE OF CONTENTS - ii USB Information 25 Frequently Asked Questions - 5 Using the Backup Software Manual Backup (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...
User Manual (pdf)
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... *USB 2.0 host required for vertical placement ! Media Center including hard drive with built-in portable document format (PDF) ! 1 Getting Started WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Thank you for purchasing this external product an ideal solution for that much-needed additional storage and a perfect place to back up your valuable data, music, photos, and movies. Kit Contents ! GETTING STARTED - 1 High-speed storage, conveniently placed buttons, and easy-to-use backup features make this WD Dual-option product. Installation...
... *USB 2.0 host required for vertical placement ! Media Center including hard drive with built-in portable document format (PDF) ! 1 Getting Started WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Thank you for purchasing this external product an ideal solution for that much-needed additional storage and a perfect place to back up your valuable data, music, photos, and movies. Kit Contents ! GETTING STARTED - 1 High-speed storage, conveniently placed buttons, and easy-to-use backup features make this WD Dual-option product. Installation...
User Manual (pdf)
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... of free technical support during the applicable warranty period for setup and technical support. Do not move the drive during unpacking and installation. This information is necessary for your operating system and version. Register online at https://www.westerndigital.com/en/products/registration. Handling Precautions CAUTION: This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Do not use the drive as a portable device. ! WD Product Serial Number: WD Product Model Number: WD Product Purchase Date: System and Software Notes...
... of free technical support during the applicable warranty period for setup and technical support. Do not move the drive during unpacking and installation. This information is necessary for your operating system and version. Register online at https://www.westerndigital.com/en/products/registration. Handling Precautions CAUTION: This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Do not use the drive as a portable device. ! WD Product Serial Number: WD Product Model Number: WD Product Purchase Date: System and Software Notes...
User Manual (pdf)
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... a license code. Launch Retrospect Express from the Start menu (Start > Program Files > Retrospect > Retrospect 6.5). Click OK. 7. SETTING UP - 5 After installation is completed, the following window is filled automatically. Click Finish. 6. Enter your WD product is already licensed, this field is displayed. In the next window, you are prompted to begin installation. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 4. In the next window, click Install to register...
... a license code. Launch Retrospect Express from the Start menu (Start > Program Files > Retrospect > Retrospect 6.5). Click OK. 7. SETTING UP - 5 After installation is completed, the following window is filled automatically. Click Finish. 6. Enter your WD product is already licensed, this field is displayed. In the next window, you are prompted to begin installation. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 4. In the next window, click Install to register...
User Manual (pdf)
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... prompting you to format and set up the drive. After restarting, insert the installation CD into your software copy. Double-click the CD icon to open it, and double-click the Retrospect Express Installer icon to confirm drive initialization. Macintosh WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Important: Macintosh users must reinitialize the WD drive to the Applications folder and launch Retrospect Express. 8. Mac OS v9.2.2 1. After installation is completed...
... prompting you to format and set up the drive. After restarting, insert the installation CD into your software copy. Double-click the CD icon to open it, and double-click the Retrospect Express Installer icon to confirm drive initialization. Macintosh WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Important: Macintosh users must reinitialize the WD drive to the Applications folder and launch Retrospect Express. 8. Mac OS v9.2.2 1. After installation is completed...
User Manual (pdf)
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... option either to e-mail or to create two separate partitions. SETTING UP - 7 Mac OS X v10.2.8+ WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 1. After installation is now ready to "Using the Backup Software" on the desktop. Proceed to use as both a bootable backup drive and also for general storage, select the Partition tab from the Volume Format menu, and enter a name for use . 4. A Retrospect Express CD icon appears on page 13. Note: See "Windows...
... option either to e-mail or to create two separate partitions. SETTING UP - 7 Mac OS X v10.2.8+ WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 1. After installation is now ready to "Using the Backup Software" on the desktop. Proceed to use as both a bootable backup drive and also for general storage, select the Partition tab from the Volume Format menu, and enter a name for use . 4. A Retrospect Express CD icon appears on page 13. Note: See "Windows...
User Manual (pdf)
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... back of the drive for specific configurations and usage. The feet are provided for balance and stability. 4. Power off the external storage product and disconnect all its cables. 2. INSTALL STANDS REMOVE STANDS REMOVE FEET CONNECTING THE DRIVE - 8 these actions will void the warranty. Note: Stands and feet are keyed to open the drive and service it off the external storage product and disconnect all its cables. 2. WD recommends using the stands...
... back of the drive for specific configurations and usage. The feet are provided for balance and stability. 4. Power off the external storage product and disconnect all its cables. 2. INSTALL STANDS REMOVE STANDS REMOVE FEET CONNECTING THE DRIVE - 8 these actions will void the warranty. Note: Stands and feet are keyed to open the drive and service it off the external storage product and disconnect all its cables. 2. WD recommends using the stands...
User Manual (pdf)
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... DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Important: You may attempt to an available USB port on the back of the USB 2.0 cable to boot from external drives, refer to the AC adapter. 3. Because the USB hub (Combo and Media Center) and memory card reader (Media Center) are not supported. 1. 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...
... DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Important: You may attempt to an available USB port on the back of the USB 2.0 cable to boot from external drives, refer to the AC adapter. 3. Because the USB hub (Combo and Media Center) and memory card reader (Media Center) are not supported. 1. 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...
User Manual (pdf)
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... The icon in "Removing Media" on page 6 to reinitialize the drive to turn off only the drive. WD BUTTON MANAGER ICON CONNECTING THE DRIVE - 10 Your drive is preformatted as a single FAT32 partition for Windows XP. NEW HARD DRIVE ICON 2. otherwise, skip to indicate drive activity. When the drive is powered off the drive when windows are still active. Your operating system automatically detects the external drive. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Powering Up the Drive 1. The area surrounding the Power button illuminates blue...
... The icon in "Removing Media" on page 6 to reinitialize the drive to turn off only the drive. WD BUTTON MANAGER ICON CONNECTING THE DRIVE - 10 Your drive is preformatted as a single FAT32 partition for Windows XP. NEW HARD DRIVE ICON 2. otherwise, skip to indicate drive activity. When the drive is powered off the drive when windows are still active. Your operating system automatically detects the external drive. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Powering Up the Drive 1. The area surrounding the Power button illuminates blue...
User Manual (pdf)
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.... Inserting Media 1. The next window displays data contained on the desktop (Macintosh). Macintosh: Drag and drop the media icon onto the Trash icon. 4. USING THE 8-IN-1 MEMORY CARD READER (MEDIA CENTER) - 12 To use either of the following methods: Drag and Drop 1. Copying Media For instructions to reinsert it clicks or secures into the port. 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...
.... Inserting Media 1. The next window displays data contained on the desktop (Macintosh). Macintosh: Drag and drop the media icon onto the Trash icon. 4. USING THE 8-IN-1 MEMORY CARD READER (MEDIA CENTER) - 12 To use either of the following methods: Drag and Drop 1. Copying Media For instructions to reinsert it clicks or secures into the port. 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...
User Manual (pdf)
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... up each time you want to back up your WD Dual-option product with Dantz Retrospect Express backup software. Click Next. USING THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 13 Manual Backup (Backup on the front of the drive to set up . Click the drive you press the Manual Backup button. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 5 Using the Backup Software This section contains instructions for both Windows and Macintosh users to launch the initial setup wizard. Press the Manual Backup button (two folders icon) on Demand...
... up each time you want to back up your WD Dual-option product with Dantz Retrospect Express backup software. Click Next. USING THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 13 Manual Backup (Backup on the front of the drive to set up . Click the drive you press the Manual Backup button. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 5 Using the Backup Software This section contains instructions for both Windows and Macintosh users to launch the initial setup wizard. Press the Manual Backup button (two folders icon) on Demand...
User Manual (pdf)
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... includes restoration of files to store your contacts, documents, music, and pictures. Select the drive on which includes your backup files. Note: The destination drive cannot be the same drive selected as the source drive. Windows and Mac OS 9.x users: By default, the software copies Documents Only, which the button was pressed is the ideal choice for answer ID 1270. USING THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 14 Click Next. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 3.
... includes restoration of files to store your contacts, documents, music, and pictures. Select the drive on which includes your backup files. Note: The destination drive cannot be the same drive selected as the source drive. Windows and Mac OS 9.x users: By default, the software copies Documents Only, which the button was pressed is the ideal choice for answer ID 1270. USING THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 14 Click Next. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 3.
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 system motherboard, be sure to a USB 1.1 port or hub, a USB 2.0 device operates at support.wdc.com. Upgrading to USB 2.0 is highly recommended because of FAQs for USB 2.0, which provides transfer rates up to 40 times faster than USB 1.1. A: Although USB 1.1 cables work with USB 2.0 peripherals and USB 2.0 PCI adapter cards...
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 system motherboard, be sure to a USB 1.1 port or hub, a USB 2.0 device operates at support.wdc.com. Upgrading to USB 2.0 is highly recommended because of FAQs for USB 2.0, which provides transfer rates up to 40 times faster than USB 1.1. A: Although USB 1.1 cables work with USB 2.0 peripherals and USB 2.0 PCI adapter cards...
User Manual (pdf)
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... replacement, RMA status, and shipping and packaging information. ! Downloads Library - Download installation software and drivers. ! Find available WD-approved service and support in various languages. WD Service and Support WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL If you need additional information or help during installation or normal use of rebate submissions. ! Contact a support representative by e-mail. ! APPENDIX - 29 Technical Information - Check the status of this product, visit our product support Web site at support.wdc...
... replacement, RMA status, and shipping and packaging information. ! Downloads Library - Download installation software and drivers. ! Find available WD-approved service and support in various languages. WD Service and Support WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL If you need additional information or help during installation or normal use of rebate submissions. ! Contact a support representative by e-mail. ! APPENDIX - 29 Technical Information - Check the status of this product, visit our product support Web site at support.wdc...
Product Specifications (pdf)
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...-silent operation ! Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP Macintosh ! Available USB port and/or OHCI-compliant FireWire port ! Quick Install Guide ! A convenient front-mounted power button is also available with front and rear ports. Western Digital Dual-option Backup External Hard Drive USB 2.0 Hub USB 2.0 and 1.1 FireWire® i.LINK IEEE 1394, 1394a 120 to 320 GB 7200 RPM WDXB1200BBRxx WDXB1200JBRxx WDXB1600JBRxx WDXB2000JBRxx WDXB2500JBRxx WDXB3200JBRxx Note: Not all products may be positioned vertically or horizontally. The WD Dual-option Combo hard drive includes both USB...
...-silent operation ! Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP Macintosh ! Available USB port and/or OHCI-compliant FireWire port ! Quick Install Guide ! A convenient front-mounted power button is also available with front and rear ports. Western Digital Dual-option Backup External Hard Drive USB 2.0 Hub USB 2.0 and 1.1 FireWire® i.LINK IEEE 1394, 1394a 120 to 320 GB 7200 RPM WDXB1200BBRxx WDXB1200JBRxx WDXB1600JBRxx WDXB2000JBRxx WDXB2500JBRxx WDXB3200JBRxx Note: Not all products may be positioned vertically or horizontally. The WD Dual-option Combo hard drive includes both USB...
Product Specifications (pdf)
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... marks may be mentioned herein that belong to -track 4.2 ms (nominal) 2 MB 8 MB 7200 RPM 8.9 ms (average) 2.0 ms (average) Interface Specifications FireWire ! Western Digital Dual-option Backup External Hard Drive USB 2.0 Hub Physical Specifications Formatted capacity1 Actuator type Actuator latch/auto park Dedicated landing zone Servo type 120 GB 120,034 MB Rotary voice coil Yes Yes Embedded 160 GB 160,041 MB Rotary voice coil Yes Yes Embedded 200...
... marks may be mentioned herein that belong to -track 4.2 ms (nominal) 2 MB 8 MB 7200 RPM 8.9 ms (average) 2.0 ms (average) Interface Specifications FireWire ! Western Digital Dual-option Backup External Hard Drive USB 2.0 Hub Physical Specifications Formatted capacity1 Actuator type Actuator latch/auto park Dedicated landing zone Servo type 120 GB 120,034 MB Rotary voice coil Yes Yes Embedded 160 GB 160,041 MB Rotary voice coil Yes Yes Embedded 200...