Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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... restarting, a new hard drive icon appears on the installation CD or download it at support.wdc.com/download. Quick Install Guide WD Dual-option™ Media Center and Combo External Storage Products 1 System Requirements Windows® ! Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP 1. In the next window, select the Recommended installation option and click Next. 4. To re-enable File Exchange, select the check box in -1 memory card reader): CompactFlash™ Types I accept the terms in USB 2.0 host is required for balance...
... restarting, a new hard drive icon appears on the installation CD or download it at support.wdc.com/download. Quick Install Guide WD Dual-option™ Media Center and Combo External Storage Products 1 System Requirements Windows® ! Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP 1. In the next window, select the Recommended installation option and click Next. 4. To re-enable File Exchange, select the check box in -1 memory card reader): CompactFlash™ Types I accept the terms in USB 2.0 host is required for balance...
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 - WD recommends connecting both hands, grasp the base of the stand and carefully bend the stand upward until it 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). 5. Connect the other end of the FireWire cable...
... 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 - WD recommends connecting both hands, grasp the base of the stand and carefully bend the stand upward until it 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). 5. Connect the other end of the FireWire cable...
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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... the power cord from the electrical outlet. After the disk icon disappears from the desktop, you may safely disconnect the drive. CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1, UL 60950-1. Part 1: General Requirements (File E101559). An unauthorized return (i.e., one (1) year and will conform to WD's specification therefor. To conclusively establish the period of a Class B digital device, pursuant to WD authorized personnel or a WD-approved service center...
... the power cord from the electrical outlet. After the disk icon disappears from the desktop, you may safely disconnect the drive. CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1, UL 60950-1. Part 1: General Requirements (File E101559). An unauthorized return (i.e., one (1) year and will conform to WD's specification therefor. To conclusively establish the period of a Class B digital device, pursuant to WD authorized personnel or a WD-approved service center...
User Manual (pdf)
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... rights of patents or other companies. © 2005 Western Digital Technologies, Inc. No license is granted by implication or otherwise under any infringement of WD. Other marks may result from its use . WD Dual-option™ Media Center and Combo External Storage Products User Manual Information furnished by WD is believed to change specifications at any time without notice. Retrospect and the Dantz logo are...
... rights of patents or other companies. © 2005 Western Digital Technologies, Inc. No license is granted by implication or otherwise under any infringement of WD. Other marks may result from its use . WD Dual-option™ Media Center and Combo External Storage Products User Manual Information furnished by WD is believed to change specifications at any time without notice. Retrospect and the Dantz logo are...
User Manual (pdf)
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... product. Kit Contents ! This user manual provides step-by-step installation instructions and other important information regarding your USB card manufacturer. Combo hard drive with built-in USB 2.0 hub and 8-in all figures unless otherwise noted. Two stands for Hi-Speed USB 2.0 performance. AC adapter and power cord ! AC ADAPTER CORD AC ADAPTER FEET STANDS POWER CORD FIREWIRE CABLE USB 2.0 CABLE Note: The Media Center is highly recommended because of the significant reduction in portable document format (PDF) ! GETTING STARTED...
... product. Kit Contents ! This user manual provides step-by-step installation instructions and other important information regarding your USB card manufacturer. Combo hard drive with built-in USB 2.0 hub and 8-in all figures unless otherwise noted. Two stands for Hi-Speed USB 2.0 performance. AC adapter and power cord ! AC ADAPTER CORD AC ADAPTER FEET STANDS POWER CORD FIREWIRE CABLE USB 2.0 CABLE Note: The Media Center is highly recommended because of the significant reduction in portable document format (PDF) ! GETTING STARTED...
User Manual (pdf)
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... DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Windows ® ! For more information regarding updating your system, visit apple.com/macosx. Available USB and/or OHCI-compliant FireWire port ! For more information regarding updating your system, visit windowsupdate.microsoft.com. Memory Stick PRO® ! Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP Macintosh ® ! CompactFlash™ Types I and II ! Updating Your Operating System Windows Go to the Apple menu and select Software Update...
... DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Windows ® ! For more information regarding updating your system, visit apple.com/macosx. Available USB and/or OHCI-compliant FireWire port ! For more information regarding updating your system, visit windowsupdate.microsoft.com. Memory Stick PRO® ! Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP Macintosh ® ! CompactFlash™ Types I and II ! Updating Your Operating System Windows Go to the Apple menu and select Software Update...
User Manual (pdf)
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... handled with WD technical support. Handling Precautions CAUTION: This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Do not drop or jolt the drive. ! Do not use the drive as this will void the warranty. Do not open the product, as a portable device. ! This information is necessary for your first telephone contact with care during drive activity. ! Register online at https://www.westerndigital.com/en/products/registration. Be aware...
... handled with WD technical support. Handling Precautions CAUTION: This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Do not drop or jolt the drive. ! Do not use the drive as this will void the warranty. Do not open the product, as a portable device. ! This information is necessary for your first telephone contact with care during drive activity. ! Register online at https://www.westerndigital.com/en/products/registration. Be aware...
User Manual (pdf)
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... View WD Dual-option Quick Install Guide View WD Dual-option User Manual 2. To proceed, select I accept the terms in the license agreement and click Next. The program autoruns and displays a setup menu. Retrospect Express Installer launches and displays the following window. Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP 1. 2 Setting Up 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 your CD-ROM drive. SETTING...
... View WD Dual-option Quick Install Guide View WD Dual-option User Manual 2. To proceed, select I accept the terms in the license agreement and click Next. The program autoruns and displays a setup menu. Retrospect Express Installer launches and displays the following window. Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP 1. 2 Setting Up 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 your CD-ROM drive. SETTING...
User Manual (pdf)
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... already licensed, this field is displayed. Since your User Name and click Next. Click OK. 7. Proceed to begin installation. SETTING UP - 5 After installation is completed, the following window is filled automatically. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 4. In the next window, click Install to "Connecting the Drive" on page 8. In the next window, you are prompted to print and fax the information. 8. Select...
... already licensed, this field is displayed. Since your User Name and click Next. Click OK. 7. Proceed to begin installation. SETTING UP - 5 After installation is completed, the following window is filled automatically. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 4. In the next window, click Install to "Connecting the Drive" on page 8. In the next window, you are prompted to print and fax the information. 8. Select...
User Manual (pdf)
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... the steps below to format and set up the drive. The next window prompts you to register Retrospect Express. Click Continue to HFS Extended Format (or other Mac OS drive format) before using the installation CD. Proceed to the Applications folder and launch Retrospect Express. 8. Macintosh WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Important: Macintosh users must reinitialize the WD drive to confirm drive initialization. Disable File Exchange from the...
... the steps below to format and set up the drive. The next window prompts you to register Retrospect Express. Click Continue to HFS Extended Format (or other Mac OS drive format) before using the installation CD. Proceed to the Applications folder and launch Retrospect Express. 8. Macintosh WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Important: Macintosh users must reinitialize the WD drive to confirm drive initialization. Disable File Exchange from the...
User Manual (pdf)
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... for general storage, select the Partition tab from the Volume Format menu, and enter a name for examples of Retrospect Express setup screens. 6. Mac OS X v10.2.8+ WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 1. Double-click the CD icon to open it, and double-click the Retrospect Express Installer icon to personalize your new drive on the left panel, and click the Erase tab on the desktop. Proceed to...
... for general storage, select the Partition tab from the Volume Format menu, and enter a name for examples of Retrospect Express setup screens. 6. Mac OS X v10.2.8+ WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 1. Double-click the CD icon to open it, and double-click the Retrospect Express Installer icon to personalize your new drive on the left panel, and click the Erase tab on the desktop. Proceed to...
User Manual (pdf)
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... the warranty. Note: Stands and feet are keyed to open the drive and service it yourself; Note: Space the stands approximately 3-4 inches apart and approximately 2-3 inches from the side of the foot into the groove until the stand snaps firmly into place. 5. Repeat this process for balance and stability. 4. Power off the external storage product and disconnect all its cables. 2. Using...
... the warranty. Note: Stands and feet are keyed to open the drive and service it yourself; Note: Space the stands approximately 3-4 inches apart and approximately 2-3 inches from the side of the foot into the groove until the stand snaps firmly into place. 5. Repeat this process for balance and stability. 4. Power off the external storage product and disconnect all its cables. 2. Using...
User Manual (pdf)
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... of the drive. 5. 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 2.0 PORT (TO SYSTEM) USB 2.0 PORT USB 2.0 PORT ON COMPUTER USB 2.0 CABLE AC ADAPTER CORD **THE POSITIONS OF POWER, MANUAL BACKUP (TWO FOLDERS ICON), AND AUTOMATIC BACKUP (CLOCK ICON) BUTTONS VARY ACCORDING TO PRODUCT MODEL. Connect one end of the USB 2.0 cable to your system documentation or contact...
... of the drive. 5. 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 2.0 PORT (TO SYSTEM) USB 2.0 PORT USB 2.0 PORT ON COMPUTER USB 2.0 CABLE AC ADAPTER CORD **THE POSITIONS OF POWER, MANUAL BACKUP (TWO FOLDERS ICON), AND AUTOMATIC BACKUP (CLOCK ICON) BUTTONS VARY ACCORDING TO PRODUCT MODEL. Connect one end of the USB 2.0 cable to your system documentation or contact...
User Manual (pdf)
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... press the Power button while an active window is powered off only the drive. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Powering Up the Drive 1. WD BUTTON MANAGER ICON CONNECTING THE DRIVE - 10 The interface cable associated with the drive may now be disconnected safely from the computer. To power off the drive when windows are open , you are still active. Your operating system automatically detects the external drive. The area surrounding the Power button illuminates blue and flashes to...
... press the Power button while an active window is powered off only the drive. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL Powering Up the Drive 1. WD BUTTON MANAGER ICON CONNECTING THE DRIVE - 10 The interface cable associated with the drive may now be disconnected safely from the computer. To power off the drive when windows are open , you are still active. Your operating system automatically detects the external drive. The area surrounding the Power button illuminates blue and flashes to...
User Manual (pdf)
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... 1 COMPACTFLASH TYPES I/II MICRODRIVE (COMPACTFLASH TYPE I /II ! CompactFlash Icon ! Memory Stick PRO ! 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 ! In Macintosh, two new icons appear on page 23. For instructions on the proper removal of media, see "Disconnecting the Drive" on the desktop screen.
... 1 COMPACTFLASH TYPES I/II MICRODRIVE (COMPACTFLASH TYPE I /II ! CompactFlash Icon ! Memory Stick PRO ! 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 ! In Macintosh, two new icons appear on page 23. For instructions on the proper removal of media, see "Disconnecting the Drive" on the desktop screen.
User Manual (pdf)
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... Edit menu, go to access its slot. 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 memory card (see page 20. To use either of data. 1. When the card is saved from the card into the slot. Windows: Open the My Computer window, right-click the media icon associated with the card. 3. Locate or create a destination folder...
... Edit menu, go to access its slot. 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 memory card (see page 20. To use either of data. 1. When the card is saved from the card into the slot. Windows: Open the My Computer window, right-click the media icon associated with the card. 3. Locate or create a destination folder...
User Manual (pdf)
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... the Manual Backup button. USING THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 13 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 back up. Click Next. Manual Backup (Backup on the front of the drive to launch the initial setup wizard. Press the Manual Backup button (two folders icon) on Demand) 1. This is the source drive that Retrospect Express backs up each time you want to set up your WD Dual-option product...
... the Manual Backup button. USING THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 13 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 back up. Click Next. Manual Backup (Backup on the front of the drive to launch the initial setup wizard. Press the Manual Backup button (two folders icon) on Demand) 1. This is the source drive that Retrospect Express backs up each time you want to set up your WD Dual-option product...
User Manual (pdf)
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... create a backup that includes restoration of files to store your backup files. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 3. Mac OS X users: In the following window, select the types of your choice and click Next. 4. If you have multiple external drives connected, the drive on which to back up. Make your operating system and programs, visit support.wdc.com, click Knowledge Base, and search for most users. Windows and Mac OS 9.x users: By default, the software copies Documents Only...
... create a backup that includes restoration of files to store your backup files. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 3. Mac OS X users: In the following window, select the types of your choice and click Next. 4. If you have multiple external drives connected, the drive on which to back up. Make your operating system and programs, visit support.wdc.com, click Knowledge Base, and search for most users. Windows and Mac OS 9.x users: By default, the software copies Documents Only...
User Manual (pdf)
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... up your files. Press the Manual Backup button. 2. Changing Your Manual Backup Settings 1. The wizard displays a summary of your existing choices and allows 10 seconds to either accept the settings or click Modify to complete the setup and begin your settings. USING THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 15 To make any changes, click Back; Each time you specified in the Backup On Demand wizard. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 5. otherwise, click...
... up your files. Press the Manual Backup button. 2. Changing Your Manual Backup Settings 1. The wizard displays a summary of your existing choices and allows 10 seconds to either accept the settings or click Modify to complete the setup and begin your settings. USING THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 15 To make any changes, click Back; Each time you specified in the Backup On Demand wizard. WD DUAL-OPTION MEDIA CENTER AND COMBO EXTERNAL STORAGE PRODUCTS USER MANUAL 5. otherwise, click...
User Manual (pdf)
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... 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. ! When contacting WD for support, have your region. ! support.wdc.com www.westerndigital.com 800.ASK.4WDC North America 949.672.7199 Spanish +800.6008.6008 Asia Pacific +31.20.4467651 EMEA Western Digital 20511 Lake Forest Drive Lake Forest, California 92630 U.S.A. Access product specifications, technical...
... 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. ! When contacting WD for support, have your region. ! support.wdc.com www.westerndigital.com 800.ASK.4WDC North America 949.672.7199 Spanish +800.6008.6008 Asia Pacific +31.20.4467651 EMEA Western Digital 20511 Lake Forest Drive Lake Forest, California 92630 U.S.A. Access product specifications, technical...
