Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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Quick Install Guide WD Dual-option™ Media Center and Combo External Storage Products 1 System Requirements Windows® ! An available OHCI-compliant FireWire port and/or USB* port ! Select Install Retrospect Express for Vertical Placement 1. In the next window, select the Recommended installation option and click Next. 4. Disable File Exchange from the Volume Format menu, and enter a name for your drive. 3. A hard drive icon with the buttons on top for balance and stability. 4. Select your new drive on the left panel...
Quick Install Guide WD Dual-option™ Media Center and Combo External Storage Products 1 System Requirements Windows® ! An available OHCI-compliant FireWire port and/or USB* port ! Select Install Retrospect Express for Vertical Placement 1. In the next window, select the Recommended installation option and click Next. 4. Disable File Exchange from the Volume Format menu, and enter a name for your drive. 3. A hard drive icon with the buttons on top for balance and stability. 4. Select your new drive on the left panel...
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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... AC adapter. 3. Power off the external hard drive and disconnect all its cables. 2. Place the drive upside down on a clean and steady surface. 3. Using both USB and FireWire cables for the three remaining feet. Connect the other end of the power cord to an available USB port on page 1 to reinitialize the drive to your system documentation or contact your computer. 6. AUTOMATIC BACKUP BUTTON (CLOCK ICON) 8-IN-1 MEMORY CARD READER USB HUB MANUAL BACKUP BUTTON POWER...
... AC adapter. 3. Power off the external hard drive and disconnect all its cables. 2. Place the drive upside down on a clean and steady surface. 3. Using both USB and FireWire cables for the three remaining feet. Connect the other end of the power cord to an available USB port on page 1 to reinitialize the drive to your system documentation or contact your computer. 6. AUTOMATIC BACKUP BUTTON (CLOCK ICON) 8-IN-1 MEMORY CARD READER USB HUB MANUAL BACKUP BUTTON POWER...
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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..., documents, miscellaneous files, music, and pictures. By default, the software copies Documents Only, which includes your files. When the card is flashing. The next window displays data contained on which to launch the initial setup wizard (Figure 5). From the media folder, go to access its contents. From the Edit menu, go to complete the setup. Press the Manual Backup button (two folders icon) on the installation CD or obtain it from support.wdc.com/download...
..., documents, miscellaneous files, music, and pictures. By default, the software copies Documents Only, which includes your files. When the card is flashing. The next window displays data contained on which to launch the initial setup wizard (Figure 5). From the media folder, go to access its contents. From the Edit menu, go to complete the setup. Press the Manual Backup button (two folders icon) on the installation CD or obtain it from support.wdc.com/download...
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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... number required) via support.wdc.com. WD shall have other companies. © 2005 Western Digital Technologies, Inc. After the disk icon disappears from the electrical outlet. Obtaining Service WD values your business and always attempts to provide you may not apply to WD's specification therefor. Limited Warranty WD warrants that interference will be disconnected. 3. Technical Support Services If you originally purchased the Product or visit our product support...
... number required) via support.wdc.com. WD shall have other companies. © 2005 Western Digital Technologies, Inc. After the disk icon disappears from the electrical outlet. Obtaining Service WD values your business and always attempts to provide you may not apply to WD's specification therefor. Limited Warranty WD warrants that interference will be disconnected. 3. Technical Support Services If you originally purchased the Product or visit our product support...
User Manual (pdf)
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... 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 23 Using Manual Shutdown 23 Uninstalling Retrospect Express 24 Uninstalling WD Button Manager 24 7 Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions - ii Installation 26 8 Appendix Regulatory Compliance 27 Warranty Information 28 WD Service and Support...
... 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 23 Using Manual Shutdown 23 Uninstalling Retrospect Express 24 Uninstalling WD Button Manager 24 7 Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions - ii Installation 26 8 Appendix Regulatory Compliance 27 Warranty Information 28 WD Service and Support...
User Manual (pdf)
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... hard drive with built-in file transfer time compared to USB 1.1. Kit Contents ! Quick Install Guide ! To determine if your system supports USB 2.0, refer to your USB controller card documentation or contact your WD product. This user manual provides step-by-step installation instructions and other important information regarding your USB card manufacturer. AC adapter and power cord ! GETTING STARTED - 1 WD Dual-option™ USB 2.0*/FireWire® external storage product: ! AC ADAPTER CORD AC ADAPTER FEET STANDS POWER CORD FIREWIRE CABLE USB 2.0 CABLE Note: The Media...
... hard drive with built-in file transfer time compared to USB 1.1. Kit Contents ! Quick Install Guide ! To determine if your system supports USB 2.0, refer to your USB controller card documentation or contact your WD product. This user manual provides step-by-step installation instructions and other important information regarding your USB card manufacturer. AC adapter and power cord ! GETTING STARTED - 1 WD Dual-option™ USB 2.0*/FireWire® external storage product: ! AC ADAPTER CORD AC ADAPTER FEET STANDS POWER CORD FIREWIRE CABLE USB 2.0 CABLE Note: The Media...
User Manual (pdf)
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... Product Serial Number: WD Product Model Number: WD Product Purchase Date: System and Software Notes: Registering Your WD Product Your WD product includes 30 days of free technical support during the applicable warranty period for setup and technical support. Do not open the product, as a portable device. ! GETTING STARTED - 3 In the following precautions when unpacking and installing your external storage product: ! Do not drop or jolt the drive. ! Do not use the drive as this will void the warranty...
... Product Serial Number: WD Product Model Number: WD Product Purchase Date: System and Software Notes: Registering Your WD Product Your WD product includes 30 days of free technical support during the applicable warranty period for setup and technical support. Do not open the product, as a portable device. ! GETTING STARTED - 3 In the following precautions when unpacking and installing your external storage product: ! Do not drop or jolt the drive. ! Do not use the drive as this will void the warranty...
User Manual (pdf)
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... click the option either to e-mail or to register Retrospect Express. In the next window, click Install to "Connecting the Drive" on page 8. Click Finish. 6. Launch Retrospect Express from the Start menu (Start > Program Files > Retrospect > Retrospect 6.5). Since your User Name and click Next. Proceed to begin installation. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 4. In the next window, select the Recommended installation option and click Next...
... click the option either to e-mail or to register Retrospect Express. In the next window, click Install to "Connecting the Drive" on page 8. Click Finish. 6. Launch Retrospect Express from the Start menu (Start > Program Files > Retrospect > Retrospect 6.5). Since your User Name and click Next. Proceed to begin installation. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 4. In the next window, select the Recommended installation option and click Next...
User Manual (pdf)
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... e-mail or to HFS Extended Format (or other Mac OS drive format) before using the installation CD. To format or reinitialize the drive, select Control Panel > Extensions Manager from the Apple menu. 2. A hard drive icon with the name you to personalize your CD-ROM drive. 6. A Retrospect Express CD icon appears on -screen instructions to confirm drive initialization. Macintosh WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Important: Macintosh users must reinitialize the WD...
... e-mail or to HFS Extended Format (or other Mac OS drive format) before using the installation CD. To format or reinitialize the drive, select Control Panel > Extensions Manager from the Apple menu. 2. A hard drive icon with the name you to personalize your CD-ROM drive. 6. A Retrospect Express CD icon appears on -screen instructions to confirm drive initialization. Macintosh WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Important: Macintosh users must reinitialize the WD...
User Manual (pdf)
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Mac OS X v10.2.8+ WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 1. The following window is now ready to create two separate partitions. Select Register Now to complete the registration information, and click the option either to e-mail or to "Using the Backup Software" on page 4 for the USB drive. 5. Proceed to print and fax the information. 9. SETTING UP - 7 Insert the installation CD into multiple volumes for use . 4. Note: See...
Mac OS X v10.2.8+ WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 1. The following window is now ready to create two separate partitions. Select Register Now to complete the registration information, and click the option either to e-mail or to "Using the Backup Software" on page 4 for the USB drive. 5. Proceed to print and fax the information. 9. SETTING UP - 7 Insert the installation CD into multiple volumes for use . 4. Note: See...
User Manual (pdf)
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... the external storage product and disconnect all its cables. 2. Carefully dislodge the foot by firmly pushing it snaps firmly into place. 5. Installing the Feet for Vertical Placement 1. Note: Space the stands approximately 3-4 inches apart and approximately 2-3 inches from the side of the drive. 4. Place the drive upside down on a clean and steady surface. 3. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 3 Connecting the Drive CAUTION...
... the external storage product and disconnect all its cables. 2. Carefully dislodge the foot by firmly pushing it snaps firmly into place. 5. Installing the Feet for Vertical Placement 1. Note: Space the stands approximately 3-4 inches apart and approximately 2-3 inches from the side of the drive. 4. Place the drive upside down on a clean and steady surface. 3. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 3 Connecting the Drive CAUTION...
User Manual (pdf)
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... OF POWER, MANUAL BACKUP (TWO FOLDERS ICON), AND AUTOMATIC BACKUP (CLOCK ICON) BUTTONS VARY ACCORDING TO PRODUCT MODEL. CONNECTING THE DRIVE - 9 VERIFY THEIR POSITIONS ON YOUR PRODUCT BEFORE USE. Connect the AC adapter cord to an available USB port on the back of the FireWire cable to an electric outlet. 4. Connect the other end of the drive. 5. VERTICAL STAND SETUP Note: Depending on features you connect only the FireWire cable, USB devices are USB devices, enabling them requires a USB connection. Connecting the Cables WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE...
... OF POWER, MANUAL BACKUP (TWO FOLDERS ICON), AND AUTOMATIC BACKUP (CLOCK ICON) BUTTONS VARY ACCORDING TO PRODUCT MODEL. CONNECTING THE DRIVE - 9 VERIFY THEIR POSITIONS ON YOUR PRODUCT BEFORE USE. Connect the AC adapter cord to an available USB port on the back of the FireWire cable to an electric outlet. 4. Connect the other end of the drive. 5. VERTICAL STAND SETUP Note: Depending on features you connect only the FireWire cable, USB devices are USB devices, enabling them requires a USB connection. Connecting the Cables WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE...
User Manual (pdf)
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... the system tray (typically located on the desktop for 4 seconds. 4. otherwise, skip to indicate drive activity. Formatting the Drive Your WD Dual-option product is preformatted as a single FAT32 partition and is blue. A new hard drive icon appears in "Removing Media" on the drive. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Powering Up the Drive 1. Your operating system automatically detects the external drive. The area surrounding the Power button illuminates blue and flashes to page 13. If necessary, follow the...
... the system tray (typically located on the desktop for 4 seconds. 4. otherwise, skip to indicate drive activity. Formatting the Drive Your WD Dual-option product is preformatted as a single FAT32 partition and is blue. A new hard drive icon appears in "Removing Media" on the drive. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Powering Up the Drive 1. Your operating system automatically detects the external drive. The area surrounding the Power button illuminates blue and flashes to page 13. If necessary, follow the...
User Manual (pdf)
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.... Copy and Paste 1. To use either of the slot to reinsert it clicks or secures into the port. Locate or create a destination folder on your data. 2. Removing Media CAUTION: Failure to follow these steps before removing media may need to eject the card. 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, use a USB flash pen or thumb drive, insert the device...
.... Copy and Paste 1. To use either of the slot to reinsert it clicks or secures into the port. Locate or create a destination folder on your data. 2. Removing Media CAUTION: Failure to follow these steps before removing media may need to eject the card. 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, use a USB flash pen or thumb drive, insert the device...
User Manual (pdf)
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... initial setup wizard. Press the Manual Backup button (two folders icon) on Demand) 1. USING THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 13 Click Next. This is the source drive that Retrospect Express backs up each time you want to back up your WD Dual-option product with Dantz Retrospect Express backup software. 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 set up . Click Next. 2. Click the drive you...
... initial setup wizard. Press the Manual Backup button (two folders icon) on Demand) 1. USING THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 13 Click Next. This is the source drive that Retrospect Express backs up each time you want to back up your WD Dual-option product with Dantz Retrospect Express backup software. 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 set up . Click Next. 2. Click the drive you...
User Manual (pdf)
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... following window, select the types of your choice and click Next. Select the drive on which the button was pressed is the ideal choice for answer ID 1270. If you have multiple external drives connected, the drive on which includes your choice and click Next. 4. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 3. Make your contacts, documents, music, and pictures. Windows and Mac OS 9.x users: By default, the software copies Documents...
... following window, select the types of your choice and click Next. Select the drive on which the button was pressed is the ideal choice for answer ID 1270. If you have multiple external drives connected, the drive on which includes your choice and click Next. 4. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 3. Make your contacts, documents, music, and pictures. Windows and Mac OS 9.x users: By default, the software copies Documents...
User Manual (pdf)
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... your USB card manufacturer. 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 FAQs for your motherboard. Note: If your USB 2.0 controller is built-in file transfer time versus USB 1.1. A: Although USB 1.1 cables work with USB 2.0 devices, it is backward-compatible with USB 2.0 peripherals and USB 2.0 PCI adapter cards. A: Hi-Speed USB is Hi-Speed USB? When connected to a USB 1.1 port or hub, a USB 2.0 device operates at support.wdc.com. USB Information...
... your USB card manufacturer. 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 FAQs for your motherboard. Note: If your USB 2.0 controller is built-in file transfer time versus USB 1.1. A: Although USB 1.1 cables work with USB 2.0 devices, it is backward-compatible with USB 2.0 peripherals and USB 2.0 PCI adapter cards. A: Hi-Speed USB is Hi-Speed USB? When connected to a USB 1.1 port or hub, a USB 2.0 device operates at support.wdc.com. USB Information...
User Manual (pdf)
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... WD product serial number, system hardware, and system software versions available. Download installation software and drivers. ! Find available WD-approved service and support in various languages. Contact a support representative by e-mail. ! Check the status of this product, visit our product support Web site at support.wdc.com and choose from these topics: ! 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...
... WD product serial number, system hardware, and system software versions available. Download installation software and drivers. ! Find available WD-approved service and support in various languages. Contact a support representative by e-mail. ! Check the status of this product, visit our product support Web site at support.wdc.com and choose from these topics: ! 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...
Product Specifications (pdf)
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... the WD Dual-option Combo drive an ideal solution for additional data protection ! Includes Dantz® Retrospect® Express backup software ! Vertical or horizontal placement ! Available USB port and/or OHCI-compliant FireWire port ! WD Dual-option USB 2.0/FireWire Combo hard drive with 2 MB cache. AC adapter and power cord ! A convenient front-mounted power button is also available with built-in portable document format (PDF) ! Kensington® security slot System Requirements Windows® ! Instant addition of massive data storage capacity for vertical...
... the WD Dual-option Combo drive an ideal solution for additional data protection ! Includes Dantz® Retrospect® Express backup software ! Vertical or horizontal placement ! Available USB port and/or OHCI-compliant FireWire port ! WD Dual-option USB 2.0/FireWire Combo hard drive with 2 MB cache. AC adapter and power cord ! A convenient front-mounted power button is also available with built-in portable document format (PDF) ! Kensington® security slot System Requirements Windows® ! Instant addition of massive data storage capacity for vertical...
Product Specifications (pdf)
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..., 250, 320 GB Rotational speed Seek time Read Track-to change without notice. © 2005 Western Digital Technologies, Inc. OHCI and SBP-2 compliant ! One external "B" 4-pin USB receptacle ! Western Digital 20511 Lake Forest Drive Lake Forest, California 92630 U.S.A. 2879-001094-A06 05/05 1Western Digital defines a megabyte (MB) as 1,000,000 bytes and a gigabyte (GB) as 1,000,000,000 bytes. FireWire, i.LINK, IEEE 1394, 1394a ! UPC Code 7 18037...
..., 250, 320 GB Rotational speed Seek time Read Track-to change without notice. © 2005 Western Digital Technologies, Inc. OHCI and SBP-2 compliant ! One external "B" 4-pin USB receptacle ! Western Digital 20511 Lake Forest Drive Lake Forest, California 92630 U.S.A. 2879-001094-A06 05/05 1Western Digital defines a megabyte (MB) as 1,000,000 bytes and a gigabyte (GB) as 1,000,000,000 bytes. FireWire, i.LINK, IEEE 1394, 1394a ! UPC Code 7 18037...