Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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... is required for answer ID 1201. Quick Install Guide WD Dual-optionTM External USB Hard Drive 1 Getting Started Kit Contents WD Dual-option™ External USB 2.0* Hard Drive 6 ft. (1.8m) USB 2.0 certified cable Installation CD with Dantz® Retrospect® Express... backup software and detailed user manuals in file transfer time compared to USB 1.1. USB 2.0 is highly recommended because of the ...
... is required for answer ID 1201. Quick Install Guide WD Dual-optionTM External USB Hard Drive 1 Getting Started Kit Contents WD Dual-option™ External USB 2.0* Hard Drive 6 ft. (1.8m) USB 2.0 certified cable Installation CD with Dantz® Retrospect® Express... backup software and detailed user manuals in file transfer time compared to USB 1.1. USB 2.0 is highly recommended because of the ...
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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... place. Mac OS v9.2.2 1. Disable File Exchange from the edge of the drive for your new external USB hard drive is ready to use the feet for easy access. After restarting, a message appears prompting you assigned appears on top for horizontal placement. A hard drive icon with the Power button on the desktop after formatting is completed...
... place. Mac OS v9.2.2 1. Disable File Exchange from the edge of the drive for your new external USB hard drive is ready to use the feet for easy access. After restarting, a message appears prompting you assigned appears on top for horizontal placement. A hard drive icon with the Power button on the desktop after formatting is completed...
User Manual (pdf)
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...granted by WD for any infringement of WD. and WD, the WD logo, WD Dual-option, and Safe Shutdown are registered trademarks of Western Digital Technologies, Inc. All rights reserved. 2779-001014-A01 04/05 Retrospect and the Dantz logo are trademarks of Dantz Development Corporation. WD ...to other rights of third parties which may result from its use nor for its use. WD Dual-option™ External USB Hard Drive User Manual Information furnished by WD is believed to change specifications at any time without notice. however, no responsibility is a registered trademark;
...granted by WD for any infringement of WD. and WD, the WD logo, WD Dual-option, and Safe Shutdown are registered trademarks of Western Digital Technologies, Inc. All rights reserved. 2779-001014-A01 04/05 Retrospect and the Dantz logo are trademarks of Dantz Development Corporation. WD ...to other rights of third parties which may result from its use nor for its use. WD Dual-option™ External USB Hard Drive User Manual Information furnished by WD is believed to change specifications at any time without notice. however, no responsibility is a registered trademark;
User Manual (pdf)
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...back up your WD product. WD Dual-option™ External USB 2.0* Hard Drive ! 6 ft. (1.8m) USB 2.0 certified cable ! Quick Install Guide ! Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP Macintosh ® ! 1 Getting Started WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL Thank you for that you install the latest service... pack (SP) and updates. Hi-speed storage, conveniently placed buttons, and easy-to-use backup features make this external drive an ideal solution for purchasing ...
...back up your WD product. WD Dual-option™ External USB 2.0* Hard Drive ! 6 ft. (1.8m) USB 2.0 certified cable ! Quick Install Guide ! Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP Macintosh ® ! 1 Getting Started WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL Thank you for that you install the latest service... pack (SP) and updates. Hi-speed storage, conveniently placed buttons, and easy-to-use backup features make this external drive an ideal solution for purchasing ...
User Manual (pdf)
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Updating Your Operating System WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL Windows Go to the Apple menu and select Software Update. Macintosh Go to the Start menu and select Windows Update. For more information ... Software Notes: GETTING STARTED - 2 Also, write the purchase date and other notes such as your new WD product found on the large label on the drive;
Updating Your Operating System WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL Windows Go to the Apple menu and select Software Update. Macintosh Go to the Start menu and select Windows Update. For more information ... Software Notes: GETTING STARTED - 2 Also, write the purchase date and other notes such as your new WD product found on the large label on the drive;
User Manual (pdf)
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.... ! Do not stack any objects on page 8. To stack multiple external drives, see "Installing the Feet for your external hard drive: ! Refer servicing only to authorized WD personnel or a WD-approved service center. Registering Your WD Product WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL Your WD product includes 30 days of free technical support...
.... ! Do not stack any objects on page 8. To stack multiple external drives, see "Installing the Feet for your external hard drive: ! Refer servicing only to authorized WD personnel or a WD-approved service center. Registering Your WD Product WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL Your WD product includes 30 days of free technical support...
User Manual (pdf)
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... for your WD Dual-option External USB Hard Drive. Click Next. 3. The program autoruns and displays a setup menu. Retrospect Express Installer launches and displays the following window. SETTING UP - 4 Carefully follow the appropriate procedure for your CD-ROM drive. Insert the installation CD into your.... WD View WD Dual-option Quick Install Guide View WD Dual-option User Manual 2. 2 Setting Up WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL The installation CD contains Retrospect Express backup software as well as important drivers for WD. To proceed, select I accept...
... for your WD Dual-option External USB Hard Drive. Click Next. 3. The program autoruns and displays a setup menu. Retrospect Express Installer launches and displays the following window. SETTING UP - 4 Carefully follow the appropriate procedure for your CD-ROM drive. Insert the installation CD into your.... WD View WD Dual-option Quick Install Guide View WD Dual-option User Manual 2. 2 Setting Up WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL The installation CD contains Retrospect Express backup software as well as important drivers for WD. To proceed, select I accept...
User Manual (pdf)
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...completed, the following window is filled automatically. Since your User Name and click Next. Proceed to begin installation. WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL 4. Click Finish. 6. SETTING UP - 5 Enter your WD product is already licensed, this field is displayed. You may...Express from the Start menu (Start > Program Files > Retrospect > Retrospect 6.5). In the next window, click Install to "Connecting the Drive" on page 8. Select Register Now to complete the registration information, and click the option either to e-mail or to register Retrospect ...
...completed, the following window is filled automatically. Since your User Name and click Next. Proceed to begin installation. WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL 4. Click Finish. 6. SETTING UP - 5 Enter your WD product is already licensed, this field is displayed. You may...Express from the Start menu (Start > Program Files > Retrospect > Retrospect 6.5). In the next window, click Install to "Connecting the Drive" on page 8. Select Register Now to complete the registration information, and click the option either to e-mail or to register Retrospect ...
User Manual (pdf)
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... Mac OS Extended from the Apple menu. 2. To format or reinitialize the drive, select Control Panel > Extensions Manager from the menu, and click Initialize. 4. Macintosh WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL Important: Macintosh users must reinitialize the WD drive to print and fax the information. 10. Disable File Exchange from the extensions...
... Mac OS Extended from the Apple menu. 2. To format or reinitialize the drive, select Control Panel > Extensions Manager from the menu, and click Initialize. 4. Macintosh WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL Important: Macintosh users must reinitialize the WD drive to print and fax the information. 10. Disable File Exchange from the extensions...
User Manual (pdf)
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... the name you may be required to register Retrospect Express. After installation is completed. Mac OS X v10.2.8+ WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL 1. Select Mac OS Extended from the Volume Format menu, and enter a name for general storage, select the Partition tab... from the Disk Utility program menu and follow the on page 4 for the USB drive. 5. Note: To partition the drive into your drive in the field. 3. Select Register Now to complete the registration information, and click the option either to e-mail or ...
... the name you may be required to register Retrospect Express. After installation is completed. Mac OS X v10.2.8+ WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL 1. Select Mac OS Extended from the Volume Format menu, and enter a name for general storage, select the Partition tab... from the Disk Utility program menu and follow the on page 4 for the USB drive. 5. Note: To partition the drive into your drive in the field. 3. Select Register Now to complete the registration information, and click the option either to e-mail or ...
User Manual (pdf)
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... down on a clean and steady surface. 3. INSTALL STANDS REMOVE STANDS REMOVE FEET CONNECTING THE DRIVE - 8 3 Connecting the Drive WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL CAUTION: Do not drop or jolt the drive or attempt to open the drive and service it snaps firmly into place. 5. Removing the Stands 1. Press the foot into place. Carefully...
... down on a clean and steady surface. 3. INSTALL STANDS REMOVE STANDS REMOVE FEET CONNECTING THE DRIVE - 8 3 Connecting the Drive WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL CAUTION: Do not drop or jolt the drive or attempt to open the drive and service it snaps firmly into place. 5. Removing the Stands 1. Press the foot into place. Carefully...
User Manual (pdf)
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... flashes to use. Powering Up the Drive Press the Power button to an electrical outlet. 4. Your drive is preformatted as a single FAT32 partition and is now ready to indicate drive activity. Refer to the AC adapter. 3. NEW HARD DRIVE ICON CONNECTING THE DRIVE - 9 Connect the AC adapter cord...desktop for PC users or on the back of the power cord to your system manufacturer. A new hard drive icon appears in the My Computer window for Mac users. Connecting the Cables WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL 1. Your operating system automatically detects the external...
... flashes to use. Powering Up the Drive Press the Power button to an electrical outlet. 4. Your drive is preformatted as a single FAT32 partition and is now ready to indicate drive activity. Refer to the AC adapter. 3. NEW HARD DRIVE ICON CONNECTING THE DRIVE - 9 Connect the AC adapter cord...desktop for PC users or on the back of the power cord to your system manufacturer. A new hard drive icon appears in the My Computer window for Mac users. Connecting the Cables WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL 1. Your operating system automatically detects the external...
User Manual (pdf)
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... file size limitations, refer to a Mac OS format. WD Button Manager The WD Button Manager controls dual-option backup functions. If the drive has difficulty communicating with all Windows operating systems.The FAT32 file system has a maximum file transfer of your operating system manual or visit support... answer ID 1053 for Windows 2000 or answer ID 1021 for compatibility with the backup software, the icon becomes red. Formatting the Drive WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL Your WD Dual-option drive is preformatted as a single FAT32 partition for Windows XP.
... file size limitations, refer to a Mac OS format. WD Button Manager The WD Button Manager controls dual-option backup functions. If the drive has difficulty communicating with all Windows operating systems.The FAT32 file system has a maximum file transfer of your operating system manual or visit support... answer ID 1053 for Windows 2000 or answer ID 1021 for compatibility with the backup software, the icon becomes red. Formatting the Drive WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL Your WD Dual-option drive is preformatted as a single FAT32 partition for Windows XP.
User Manual (pdf)
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This is the source drive that Retrospect Express backs up your WD Dual-option drive with Dantz Retrospect Express backup software. Click Next. 4 Using the Backup Software WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL This section contains instructions for both Windows and Macintosh users to back up.... USING THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 11 Click the drive you want to set up each time you press the Manual Backup...
This is the source drive that Retrospect Express backs up your WD Dual-option drive with Dantz Retrospect Express backup software. Click Next. 4 Using the Backup Software WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL This section contains instructions for both Windows and Macintosh users to back up.... USING THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 11 Click the drive you want to set up each time you press the Manual Backup...
User Manual (pdf)
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... which includes your choice and click Next. 4. This is the default destination. Click Next. Note: The destination drive cannot be the same drive selected as the source drive. Make your contacts, documents, music, and pictures. Mac OS X users: In the following window, select the types of your operating system and programs, visit support.... USING THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 12 Windows and Mac OS 9.x users: By default, the software copies Documents Only, which to back up. WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL 3.
... which includes your choice and click Next. 4. This is the default destination. Click Next. Note: The destination drive cannot be the same drive selected as the source drive. Make your contacts, documents, music, and pictures. Mac OS X users: In the following window, select the types of your operating system and programs, visit support.... USING THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 12 Windows and Mac OS 9.x users: By default, the software copies Documents Only, which to back up. WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL 3.
User Manual (pdf)
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otherwise, click Finish to launch the wizard and change your settings. WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL 5. Each time you specified in the Backup On Demand wizard. To make any changes, click Back; Press the Manual Backup button. 2. The last ...
otherwise, click Finish to launch the wizard and change your settings. WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL 5. Each time you specified in the Backup On Demand wizard. To make any changes, click Back; Press the Manual Backup button. 2. The last ...
User Manual (pdf)
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..., the software copies Documents Only, which includes your choice and click Next. Make your contacts, documents, music, and pictures. Click the drive you want to launch the initial setup wizard. This is the ideal choice for answer ID 1270. Note: To create a backup that ... THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 14 Click Next. 3. This is the source drive that includes restoration of the drive to back up each time an automatic backup begins. Click Next. 2. Automatic Backup WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL 1. Press the Automatic Backup button (clock icon) on the...
..., the software copies Documents Only, which includes your choice and click Next. Make your contacts, documents, music, and pictures. Click the drive you want to launch the initial setup wizard. This is the ideal choice for answer ID 1270. Note: To create a backup that ... THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 14 Click Next. 3. This is the source drive that includes restoration of the drive to back up each time an automatic backup begins. Click Next. 2. Automatic Backup WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL 1. Press the Automatic Backup button (clock icon) on the...
User Manual (pdf)
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Click Next. USING THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 15 Make your backup files. Select the frequency of files to store your choice and click Next. 4. If you have multiple external drives connected, the drive on which the button was pressed is the default destination. 5. WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL Mac OS X users: Select the types of automatic backups and click Next. Select the drive on which to back up in the following window. Note: The destination drive cannot be the same drive selected as the source drive.
Click Next. USING THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 15 Make your backup files. Select the frequency of files to store your choice and click Next. 4. If you have multiple external drives connected, the drive on which the button was pressed is the default destination. 5. WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL Mac OS X users: Select the types of automatic backups and click Next. Select the drive on which to back up in the following window. Note: The destination drive cannot be the same drive selected as the source drive.
User Manual (pdf)
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...necessary, modify the power management settings in the Automatic Backup wizard. To make any changes, click Back. Important: Both the source and destination drives must remain powered on (not sleep mode) for your automatic backups and click Next. 7. The area surrounding the Automatic Backup button is illuminated...operating system. If you chose Every day, specify the time for your automatic backups, and click Next. 8. WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL 6. If you chose Once a week, select the day and specify the time for automatic backups to occur at their scheduled times...
...necessary, modify the power management settings in the Automatic Backup wizard. To make any changes, click Back. Important: Both the source and destination drives must remain powered on (not sleep mode) for your automatic backups and click Next. 7. The area surrounding the Automatic Backup button is illuminated...operating system. If you chose Every day, specify the time for your automatic backups, and click Next. 8. WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL 6. If you chose Once a week, select the day and specify the time for automatic backups to occur at their scheduled times...
User Manual (pdf)
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... the wizard and change is currently disabled. 1. Open the Retrospect Backup folder, and open the folder named Backup on your selected hard drive. The program autoruns and displays a setup menu. Click the View option for the document you do not know the location of ... Backups are not integrated into your settings. USING THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 17 Changing Your Automatic Backup Settings WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL Follow these steps to edit your automatic backup settings, disable Automatic Backup, or enable an existing Automatic Backup that is...
... the wizard and change is currently disabled. 1. Open the Retrospect Backup folder, and open the folder named Backup on your selected hard drive. The program autoruns and displays a setup menu. Click the View option for the document you do not know the location of ... Backups are not integrated into your settings. USING THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 17 Changing Your Automatic Backup Settings WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL Follow these steps to edit your automatic backup settings, disable Automatic Backup, or enable an existing Automatic Backup that is...