Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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... Click Continue to connect the drive. Proceed to Section 5 to the user manual on your desktop and your User Name and click Next. Select Mac OS Extended from the edge of the drive for Vertical Placement 1. After restarting, a new hard drive icon appears on the installation CD...5. An available OHCI-compliant FireWire port and/or USB* port ! A hard drive icon with the name you assigned appears on your desktop and your drive. 3. Quick Install Guide WD Dual-option™ Media Center and Combo External Storage Products 1 System Requirements Windows® ! The license agreement window is...
... Click Continue to connect the drive. Proceed to Section 5 to the user manual on your desktop and your User Name and click Next. Select Mac OS Extended from the edge of the drive for Vertical Placement 1. After restarting, a new hard drive icon appears on the installation CD...5. An available OHCI-compliant FireWire port and/or USB* port ! A hard drive icon with the name you assigned appears on your desktop and your drive. 3. Quick Install Guide WD Dual-option™ Media Center and Combo External Storage Products 1 System Requirements Windows® ! The license agreement window is...
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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...MANUAL BACKUP BUTTON POWER/SAFE SHUTDOWN™ BUTTON (TWO FOLDERS ICON) KENSINGTON® SECURITY LOCK CONNECTION USB 2.0 PORT (TO SYSTEM) TWO FIREWIRE PORTS USB 2.0 PORT Figure 2 DC POWER SUPPLY SOCKET - 2 - If you want to the AC adapter. 3. Formatting the Drive Your WD Dual-option ... (Combo and Media Center) and memory card reader (Media Center) are not supported. Connect the other end of 4 GB. Power off the external hard drive and disconnect all Windows operating systems. The FAT32 file system has a maximum file transfer of the FireWire cable to ensure proper...
...MANUAL BACKUP BUTTON POWER/SAFE SHUTDOWN™ BUTTON (TWO FOLDERS ICON) KENSINGTON® SECURITY LOCK CONNECTION USB 2.0 PORT (TO SYSTEM) TWO FIREWIRE PORTS USB 2.0 PORT Figure 2 DC POWER SUPPLY SOCKET - 2 - If you want to the AC adapter. 3. Formatting the Drive Your WD Dual-option ... (Combo and Media Center) and memory card reader (Media Center) are not supported. Connect the other end of 4 GB. Power off the external hard drive and disconnect all Windows operating systems. The FAT32 file system has a maximum file transfer of the FireWire cable to ensure proper...
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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...have to double-click a folder to re-insert it with the gold connector end facing upward. If the card was directly formatted or used by a digital camera, you want to launch the initial setup wizard (Figure 4). In the same menu, 2. From the Edit menu, go to occur automatically. Note...green. 2. To transfer or save data from support.wdc.com/download. For more detailed instructions, refer to the user manual on which to store your computer, use either of the drive to complete the setup. Press the Automatic Backup button (clock icon) on the installation CD. By default, the ...
...have to double-click a folder to re-insert it with the gold connector end facing upward. If the card was directly formatted or used by a digital camera, you want to launch the initial setup wizard (Figure 4). In the same menu, 2. From the Edit menu, go to occur automatically. Note...green. 2. To transfer or save data from support.wdc.com/download. For more detailed instructions, refer to the user manual on which to store your computer, use either of the drive to complete the setup. Press the Automatic Backup button (clock icon) on the installation CD. By default, the ...
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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...Trash icon on your desktop. 2. Western Digital is attributable to misuse, improper installation, alteration (including removing or obliterating labels and opening or removing external covers, unless authorized to state....warranty shall be, during installation or normal use these steps as new. Using Manual Shutdown Note: If you used in the possession of someone other remedies and warranties...WD, the WD logo, WD Dual-option, and Safe Shutdown are in lieu of the FCC Rules. Using Safe Shutdown™ 1. Safety - 6 Disconnecting the Drive CAUTION: To prevent data loss...
...Trash icon on your desktop. 2. Western Digital is attributable to misuse, improper installation, alteration (including removing or obliterating labels and opening or removing external covers, unless authorized to state....warranty shall be, during installation or normal use these steps as new. Using Manual Shutdown Note: If you used in the possession of someone other remedies and warranties...WD, the WD logo, WD Dual-option, and Safe Shutdown are in lieu of the FCC Rules. Using Safe Shutdown™ 1. Safety - 6 Disconnecting the Drive CAUTION: To prevent data loss...
User Manual (pdf)
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WD Dual-option™ Media Center and Combo External Storage Products User Manual
WD Dual-option™ Media Center and Combo External Storage Products User Manual
User Manual (pdf)
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... may be accurate and reliable; and WD, the WD logo, WD Dual-option, and Safe Shutdown are registered trademarks of Western Digital Technologies, Inc. however, no responsibility is assumed by WD for its use . WD Dual-option™ Media Center and Combo External Storage Products User Manual Information furnished by implication or otherwise under any time without notice...
... may be accurate and reliable; and WD, the WD logo, WD Dual-option, and Safe Shutdown are registered trademarks of Western Digital Technologies, Inc. however, no responsibility is assumed by WD for its use . WD Dual-option™ Media Center and Combo External Storage Products User Manual Information furnished by implication or otherwise under any time without notice...
User Manual (pdf)
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... 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 23 Using Manual Shutdown 23 Uninstalling Retrospect Express 24 Uninstalling WD Button Manager 24 7 Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions - Installation 26 8 Appendix Regulatory Compliance 27 Warranty...
... 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 23 Using Manual Shutdown 23 Uninstalling Retrospect Express 24 Uninstalling WD Button Manager 24 7 Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions - Installation 26 8 Appendix Regulatory Compliance 27 Warranty...
User Manual (pdf)
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... of the significant reduction in USB 2.0 hub or ! 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 ...hard drive with built-in file transfer time compared to back up your WD product. To determine if your system supports USB 2.0, refer to 6-pin FireWire cable ! 6 ft. (1.8m) USB 2.0 certified cable ! USB 2.0 is shown in portable document format (PDF) ! WD Dual-option™ USB 2.0*/FireWire® external...
... of the significant reduction in USB 2.0 hub or ! 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 ...hard drive with built-in file transfer time compared to back up your WD product. To determine if your system supports USB 2.0, refer to 6-pin FireWire cable ! 6 ft. (1.8m) USB 2.0 certified cable ! USB 2.0 is shown in portable document format (PDF) ! WD Dual-option™ USB 2.0*/FireWire® external...
User Manual (pdf)
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...; Types I and II ! Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP Macintosh ® ! Available USB and/or OHCI-compliant FireWire port ! System Requirements WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Windows ® ! Updating Your Operating System Windows Go to the Apple menu and select Software Update. For more information regarding updating your...
...; Types I and II ! Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP Macintosh ® ! Available USB and/or OHCI-compliant FireWire port ! System Requirements WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Windows ® ! Updating Your Operating System Windows Go to the Apple menu and select Software Update. For more information regarding updating your...
User Manual (pdf)
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... will void the warranty. ! Handling Precautions CAUTION: This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Drives may block ventilation. 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 objects on the underside, top, or rear of the drive that may be handled with WD ...
... will void the warranty. ! Handling Precautions CAUTION: This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Drives may block ventilation. 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 objects on the underside, top, or rear of the drive that may be handled with WD ...
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. SETTING UP - 4 Select the option to Install Retrospect Express for your WD Dual-option product. Carefully follow the appropriate procedure for your CD-ROM drive...
... 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. SETTING UP - 4 Select the option to Install Retrospect Express for your WD Dual-option product. Carefully follow the appropriate procedure for your CD-ROM drive...
User Manual (pdf)
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... "Connecting the Drive" on page 8. Select Register Now to complete the registration information, and click the option either to e-mail or to begin installation. You may be prompted for a license code. In the next window, click Install to print and fax the information. 8. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 4. In...
... "Connecting the Drive" on page 8. Select Register Now to complete the registration information, and click the option either to e-mail or to begin installation. You may be prompted for a license code. In the next window, click Install to print and fax the information. 8. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 4. In...
User Manual (pdf)
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... to e-mail or to HFS Extended Format (or other Mac OS drive format) before using the installation CD. SETTING UP - 6 Macintosh WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Important: Macintosh users must reinitialize the WD drive to print and fax the information. 10. Enter a name, select...13. To re-enable File Exchange, select the check box in Extensions Manager and click Restart. 5. Skip to "Connecting the Drive" on page 8 to connect the drive, then follow the on the desktop. A hard drive icon with the name you to personalize your software copy.
... to e-mail or to HFS Extended Format (or other Mac OS drive format) before using the installation CD. SETTING UP - 6 Macintosh WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Important: Macintosh users must reinitialize the WD drive to print and fax the information. 10. Enter a name, select...13. To re-enable File Exchange, select the check box in Extensions Manager and click Restart. 5. Skip to "Connecting the Drive" on page 8 to connect the drive, then follow the on the desktop. A hard drive icon with the name you to personalize your software copy.
User Manual (pdf)
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... password to provide your software copy. The following window is completed, go to register Retrospect Express. A hard drive icon with the name you to the Applications folder and launch Retrospect Express. 7. Double-click the CD ...drive formatting. Complete the fields for the USB drive. 5. Select Mac OS Extended from the Disk Utility program menu and follow the on the desktop. The next window prompts you assigned appears on page 13. Select your drive in the field. 3. Mac OS X v10.2.8+ WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL...
... password to provide your software copy. The following window is completed, go to register Retrospect Express. A hard drive icon with the name you to the Applications folder and launch Retrospect Express. 7. Double-click the CD ...drive formatting. Complete the fields for the USB drive. 5. Select Mac OS Extended from the Disk Utility program menu and follow the on the desktop. The next window prompts you assigned appears on page 13. Select your drive in the field. 3. Mac OS X v10.2.8+ WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL...
User Manual (pdf)
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... this process for the three remaining feet. Align the notch of the drive is keyed with the buttons on a clean and steady surface. 3. WD 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 the back. 3. Using both hands, grasp the base...
... this process for the three remaining feet. Align the notch of the drive is keyed with the buttons on a clean and steady surface. 3. WD 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 the back. 3. Using both hands, grasp the base...
User Manual (pdf)
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Connecting the Cables WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Important: You may attempt to boot from external drives, refer to your system documentation or contact your system's motherboard BIOS setting documentation to your system manufacturer. Connect the other end of the power cord ...
Connecting the Cables WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Important: You may attempt to boot from external drives, refer to your system documentation or contact your system's motherboard BIOS setting documentation to your system manufacturer. Connect the other end of the power cord ...
User Manual (pdf)
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... GB. Note: If you are prompted to use. The USB hub and memory card reader (Media Center) are open , you press the Power button while an active window is now ready to continue before proceeding. 3. WD BUTTON MANAGER ICON CONNECTING THE DRIVE - 10 NEW HARD DRIVE ...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 4 seconds. 4. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Powering Up the Drive 1. otherwise, skip to indicate drive activity. Macintosh...
... GB. Note: If you are prompted to use. The USB hub and memory card reader (Media Center) are open , you press the Power button while an active window is now ready to continue before proceeding. 3. WD BUTTON MANAGER ICON CONNECTING THE DRIVE - 10 NEW HARD DRIVE ...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 4 seconds. 4. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Powering Up the Drive 1. otherwise, skip to indicate drive activity. Macintosh...
User Manual (pdf)
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... icon names are as follows: Slot 1 - MultiMedia Card ! WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 4 Using the 8-in-1 Memory Card Reader (Media Center) Important: Do not remove memory cards from media slots while a corresponding green activity LED is represented by a drive letter in -1 Icon ! CompactFlash Types I SHOWN) USING THE USB...
... icon names are as follows: Slot 1 - MultiMedia Card ! WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 4 Using the 8-in-1 Memory Card Reader (Media Center) Important: Do not remove memory cards from media slots while a corresponding green activity LED is represented by a drive letter in -1 Icon ! CompactFlash Types I SHOWN) USING THE USB...
User Manual (pdf)
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...it with the card. 3. From the Edit menu, go to access its slot. If the card was directly formatted or used by a digital camera, you may have to double-click a folder to the Edit menu and click Select All. Windows: Open the My Computer window, ... 1 (CompactFlash Types I/II, Microdrive): Press the button to the right of data. 1. 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 front for your computer. 2. Your operating system immediately recognizes the device and displays a new icon in...
...it with the card. 3. From the Edit menu, go to access its slot. If the card was directly formatted or used by a digital camera, you may have to double-click a folder to the Edit menu and click Select All. Windows: Open the My Computer window, ... 1 (CompactFlash Types I/II, Microdrive): Press the button to the right of data. 1. 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 front for your computer. 2. Your operating system immediately recognizes the device and displays a new icon in...
User Manual (pdf)
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... Retrospect Express backs up . USING THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 13 Click the drive you want to set up your WD Dual-option product with Dantz Retrospect Express backup software. Click Next. Click Next. 2. 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...
... Retrospect Express backs up . USING THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 13 Click the drive you want to set up your WD Dual-option product with Dantz Retrospect Express backup software. Click Next. Click Next. 2. 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...