Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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...; 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 portable document format (PDF) AC adapter and power cord Quick Install Guide Two stands for vertical placement Four feet for horizontal placement *USB 2.0 host is displayed. Windows users, go to the Apple menu and select Software Update. 2 Setting Up Note: For more information about booting from...
...; 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 portable document format (PDF) AC adapter and power cord Quick Install Guide Two stands for vertical placement Four feet for horizontal placement *USB 2.0 host is displayed. Windows users, go to the Apple menu and select Software Update. 2 Setting Up Note: For more information about booting from...
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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... 1021 for most users. Connect one end of the drive to a Mac OS format. Macintosh users, see "Macintosh" on the front of the USB 2.0 cable to the AC adapter. 3. BUTTONS POWER/SAFE SHUTDOWN™ KENSINGTON® SECURITY LOCK CONNECTION DC POWER SUPPLY SOCKET USB 2.0 PORT USB 2.0 CABLE AC ADAPTER CORD USB 2.0 CABLE TO USB PORT ON COMPUTER 4 Using the Backup Software Figure 5 MANUAL BACKUP (TWO FOLDERS ICON) AUTOMATIC BACKUP (CLOCK ICON) This version of the power cord to complete the setup. Press the Manual Backup button (two folders icon) on page 2 to...
... 1021 for most users. Connect one end of the drive to a Mac OS format. Macintosh users, see "Macintosh" on the front of the USB 2.0 cable to the AC adapter. 3. BUTTONS POWER/SAFE SHUTDOWN™ KENSINGTON® SECURITY LOCK CONNECTION DC POWER SUPPLY SOCKET USB 2.0 PORT USB 2.0 CABLE AC ADAPTER CORD USB 2.0 CABLE TO USB PORT ON COMPUTER 4 Using the Backup Software Figure 5 MANUAL BACKUP (TWO FOLDERS ICON) AUTOMATIC BACKUP (CLOCK ICON) This version of the power cord to complete the setup. Press the Manual Backup button (two folders icon) on page 2 to...
Quick Install Guide (pdf)
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... warranty expiration (serial number required) via support.wdc.com. Click OK to confirm your computer and the power cord from defects in connection with the purchase, use , will conform to WD's specification therefor. SAFELY REMOVE HARDWARE ICON Macintosh 1. After the disk icon disappears from the desktop, you may safely disconnect the drive. Information Technology Equipment - Warranty Information This product contains no liability for lost data regardless of the cause, recovery...
... warranty expiration (serial number required) via support.wdc.com. Click OK to confirm your computer and the power cord from defects in connection with the purchase, use , will conform to WD's specification therefor. SAFELY REMOVE HARDWARE ICON Macintosh 1. After the disk icon disappears from the desktop, you may safely disconnect the drive. Information Technology Equipment - Warranty Information This product contains no liability for lost data regardless of the cause, recovery...
User Manual (pdf)
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... granted by WD for any infringement of patents or other companies. © 2005 Western Digital Technologies, Inc. however, no responsibility is believed to be mentioned herein that belong to change specifications at any time without notice. WD Dual-option™ External USB Hard Drive User Manual Information furnished by WD is assumed by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of...
... granted by WD for any infringement of patents or other companies. © 2005 Western Digital Technologies, Inc. however, no responsibility is believed to be mentioned herein that belong to change specifications at any time without notice. WD Dual-option™ External USB Hard Drive User Manual Information furnished by WD is assumed by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of...
User Manual (pdf)
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.... Quick Install Guide ! To determine whether or not your system supports USB 2.0, refer to -use backup features make this external drive an ideal solution for vertical placement ! Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP Macintosh ® ! Installation CD containing Dantz® Retrospect® Express backup software and detailed user manuals in file transfer time compared to back up your valuable data, music, photos, and movies. Available USB port ! GETTING STARTED - 1 FEET STANDS POWER CORD AC ADAPTER AC ADAPTER CORD USB 2.0 CABLE...
.... Quick Install Guide ! To determine whether or not your system supports USB 2.0, refer to -use backup features make this external drive an ideal solution for vertical placement ! Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP Macintosh ® ! Installation CD containing Dantz® Retrospect® Express backup software and detailed user manuals in file transfer time compared to back up your valuable data, music, photos, and movies. Available USB port ! GETTING STARTED - 1 FEET STANDS POWER CORD AC ADAPTER AC ADAPTER CORD USB 2.0 CABLE...
User Manual (pdf)
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... back panel. This information is necessary for setup and technical support. WD Product Serial Number: WD Product Model Number: WD Product Purchase Date: System and Software Notes: GETTING STARTED - 2 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. In the following table, write the serial number and model number of your system, visit apple.com/macosx...
... back panel. This information is necessary for setup and technical support. WD Product Serial Number: WD Product Model Number: WD Product Purchase Date: System and Software Notes: GETTING STARTED - 2 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. In the following table, write the serial number and model number of your system, visit apple.com/macosx...
User Manual (pdf)
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... Installer launches and displays the following window. The license agreement window is displayed. Select the option to Install Retrospect Express for your WD Dual-option External USB Hard Drive. SETTING UP - 4 Carefully follow the appropriate procedure for your CD-ROM drive. WD View WD Dual-option Quick Install Guide View WD Dual-option User Manual 2. Click Next. 3. The program autoruns and displays a setup menu. 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...
... Installer launches and displays the following window. The license agreement window is displayed. Select the option to Install Retrospect Express for your WD Dual-option External USB Hard Drive. SETTING UP - 4 Carefully follow the appropriate procedure for your CD-ROM drive. WD View WD Dual-option Quick Install Guide View WD Dual-option User Manual 2. Click Next. 3. The program autoruns and displays a setup menu. 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...
User Manual (pdf)
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... Recommended installation option and click Next. 5. After installation is completed, the following window is filled automatically. Since your User Name and click Next. Click OK. 7. SETTING UP - 5 Enter your WD product is already licensed, this field is displayed. In the next window, click Install to print and fax the information. 8. WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL 4. In the next window, you are prompted to "Connecting the Drive...
... Recommended installation option and click Next. 5. After installation is completed, the following window is filled automatically. Since your User Name and click Next. Click OK. 7. SETTING UP - 5 Enter your WD product is already licensed, this field is displayed. In the next window, click Install to print and fax the information. 8. WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL 4. In the next window, you are prompted to "Connecting the Drive...
User Manual (pdf)
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Disable File Exchange from the Apple menu. 2. After installation is completed. Select Register Now to complete the registration information, and click the option either to e-mail or to the Applications folder and launch Retrospect Express. 8. Macintosh WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL Important: Macintosh users must reinitialize the WD drive to confirm drive initialization. To format or reinitialize the drive, select Control Panel > Extensions Manager from the...
Disable File Exchange from the Apple menu. 2. After installation is completed. Select Register Now to complete the registration information, and click the option either to e-mail or to the Applications folder and launch Retrospect Express. 8. Macintosh WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL Important: Macintosh users must reinitialize the WD drive to confirm drive initialization. To format or reinitialize the drive, select Control Panel > Extensions Manager from the...
User Manual (pdf)
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... installation is displayed: 2. A hard drive icon with the name you may be required to provide your name and organization, accept the included license code, and click OK. 8. Note: For Mac OS X and later, you assigned appears on -screen instructions to the Applications folder and launch Retrospect Express. 7. To format or reinitialize the drive, select Applications > Utilities > Disk Utility. Mac OS X v10.2.8+ WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL 1. Insert the installation CD...
... installation is displayed: 2. A hard drive icon with the name you may be required to provide your name and organization, accept the included license code, and click OK. 8. Note: For Mac OS X and later, you assigned appears on -screen instructions to the Applications folder and launch Retrospect Express. 7. To format or reinitialize the drive, select Applications > Utilities > Disk Utility. Mac OS X v10.2.8+ WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL 1. Insert the installation CD...
User Manual (pdf)
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... its cables. 2. Align the notch of the foot to open the drive and service it yourself; Press the foot into the groove until the stand snaps firmly into place. INSTALL STANDS REMOVE STANDS REMOVE FEET CONNECTING THE DRIVE - 8 For a single external drive, WD recommends using the stands for vertical placement with a small crossbar at a slight angle. Power off the ventilation slot. 4. 3 Connecting the Drive WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL...
... its cables. 2. Align the notch of the foot to open the drive and service it yourself; Press the foot into the groove until the stand snaps firmly into place. INSTALL STANDS REMOVE STANDS REMOVE FEET CONNECTING THE DRIVE - 8 For a single external drive, WD recommends using the stands for vertical placement with a small crossbar at a slight angle. Power off the ventilation slot. 4. 3 Connecting the Drive WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL...
User Manual (pdf)
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...; SECURITY LOCK CONNECTION DC POWER SUPPLY SOCKET USB 2.0 PORT USB 2.0 CABLE AC ADAPTER CORD USB 2.0 CABLE TO USB 2.0 PORT ON COMPUTER BUTTONS POWER/SAFE SHUTDOWN™ MANUAL BACKUP (TWO FOLDERS ICON) AUTOMATIC BACKUP (CLOCK ICON) Note: Depending on your system manufacturer. Your operating system automatically detects the external USB drive. A new hard drive icon appears in the My Computer window for PC users or on the drive. Powering Up the Drive Press the Power button to turn on the desktop for answer ID 1201. NEW HARD DRIVE ICON CONNECTING THE DRIVE - 9 Your drive is...
...; SECURITY LOCK CONNECTION DC POWER SUPPLY SOCKET USB 2.0 PORT USB 2.0 CABLE AC ADAPTER CORD USB 2.0 CABLE TO USB 2.0 PORT ON COMPUTER BUTTONS POWER/SAFE SHUTDOWN™ MANUAL BACKUP (TWO FOLDERS ICON) AUTOMATIC BACKUP (CLOCK ICON) Note: Depending on your system manufacturer. Your operating system automatically detects the external USB drive. A new hard drive icon appears in the My Computer window for PC users or on the drive. Powering Up the Drive Press the Power button to turn on the desktop for answer ID 1201. NEW HARD DRIVE ICON CONNECTING THE DRIVE - 9 Your drive is...
User Manual (pdf)
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... visit support.wdc.com, click Knowledge Base, and search for answer ID 1053 for Windows 2000 or answer ID 1021 for compatibility with the backup software, the icon becomes red. For more information about file formats and overcoming file size limitations, refer to a Mac OS format. 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. WD BUTTON MANAGER ICON CONNECTING THE DRIVE - 10 When the drive is powered...
... visit support.wdc.com, click Knowledge Base, and search for answer ID 1053 for Windows 2000 or answer ID 1021 for compatibility with the backup software, the icon becomes red. For more information about file formats and overcoming file size limitations, refer to a Mac OS format. 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. WD BUTTON MANAGER ICON CONNECTING THE DRIVE - 10 When the drive is powered...
User Manual (pdf)
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.... 2. Manual Backup (Backup on the front of the drive to launch the initial setup wizard. Click the drive you want to set up your WD Dual-option drive with Dantz Retrospect Express backup software. This is the source drive that Retrospect Express backs up . USING THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 11 Click Next. Press the Manual Backup button (two folders icon) on Demand) 1. 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...
.... 2. Manual Backup (Backup on the front of the drive to launch the initial setup wizard. Click the drive you want to set up your WD Dual-option drive with Dantz Retrospect Express backup software. This is the source drive that Retrospect Express backs up . USING THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 11 Click Next. Press the Manual Backup button (two folders icon) on Demand) 1. 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...
User Manual (pdf)
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... programs, visit support.wdc.com, click Knowledge Base, and search for most users. Note: To create a backup that includes restoration of files to store your backup files. Make your choice and click Next. 4. Click Next. USING THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 12 Windows and Mac OS 9.x users: By default, the software copies Documents Only, which to back up. Mac OS X users: In the following window, select the types of your contacts, documents, music, and pictures. WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL 3.
... programs, visit support.wdc.com, click Knowledge Base, and search for most users. Note: To create a backup that includes restoration of files to store your backup files. Make your choice and click Next. 4. Click Next. USING THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 12 Windows and Mac OS 9.x users: By default, the software copies Documents Only, which to back up. Mac OS X users: In the following window, select the types of your contacts, documents, music, and pictures. WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL 3.
User Manual (pdf)
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... the Automatic Backup button (clock icon) on the front of your operating system and programs, visit support.wdc.com, click Knowledge Base, and search for most users. Click Next. 3. Windows and Mac OS 9.x users: By default, the software copies Documents Only, which includes your choice and click Next. Click the drive you want to launch the initial setup wizard. Automatic Backup WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL 1. Click Next. 2. Note: To create a backup that...
... the Automatic Backup button (clock icon) on the front of your operating system and programs, visit support.wdc.com, click Knowledge Base, and search for most users. Click Next. 3. Windows and Mac OS 9.x users: By default, the software copies Documents Only, which includes your choice and click Next. Click the drive you want to launch the initial setup wizard. Automatic Backup WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL 1. Click Next. 2. Note: To create a backup that...
User Manual (pdf)
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Note: The destination drive cannot be the same drive selected as the source drive. Select the frequency of files to store your choice and click Next. 4. Make your backup files. Click Next. USING THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 15 WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL Mac OS X users: Select the types of automatic backups and click Next. If you have multiple external drives connected, the drive on which the button was pressed is the default destination. 5. 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. Select the frequency of files to store your choice and click Next. 4. Make your backup files. Click Next. USING THE BACKUP SOFTWARE - 15 WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL Mac OS X users: Select the types of automatic backups and click Next. If you have multiple external drives connected, the drive on which the button was pressed is the default destination. 5. Select the drive on which to back up in the following window.
User Manual (pdf)
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.... Q: What happens when a USB 2.0 device is built-in file transfer time versus USB 1.1. A: Although USB 1.1 cables work with USB 2.0 devices? When connected to a USB 1.1 port or hub, a USB 2.0 device operates at support.wdc.com. Note: If your USB 2.0 controller is plugged into a USB 1.1 port or hub? Q: Can USB 1.1 cables be used with USB 2.0 devices, it is another name for USB 2.0, which provides transfer rates up to 12 Mbps. 6 Troubleshooting WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL To search the WD technical support knowledge base and view a complete list of...
.... Q: What happens when a USB 2.0 device is built-in file transfer time versus USB 1.1. A: Although USB 1.1 cables work with USB 2.0 devices? When connected to a USB 1.1 port or hub, a USB 2.0 device operates at support.wdc.com. Note: If your USB 2.0 controller is plugged into a USB 1.1 port or hub? Q: Can USB 1.1 cables be used with USB 2.0 devices, it is another name for USB 2.0, which provides transfer rates up to 12 Mbps. 6 Troubleshooting WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL To search the WD technical support knowledge base and view a complete list of...
User Manual (pdf)
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...region. ! Service Partners - Localized Support - Download installation software and drivers. ! APPENDIX - 24 Explore our expert knowledge base and Frequently Asked Questions. ! Check the status of this product, visit our product support Web site at support.wdc.com and choose from these topics: ! Technical Information - Warranty Services - Access product specifications, technical tips, and the online forum. ! WD Service and Support WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL If you need additional information or help during installation or normal use of...
...region. ! Service Partners - Localized Support - Download installation software and drivers. ! APPENDIX - 24 Explore our expert knowledge base and Frequently Asked Questions. ! Check the status of this product, visit our product support Web site at support.wdc.com and choose from these topics: ! Technical Information - Warranty Services - Access product specifications, technical tips, and the online forum. ! WD Service and Support WD DUAL-OPTION EXTERNAL USB HARD DRIVE USER MANUAL If you need additional information or help during installation or normal use of...
Product Specifications (pdf)
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... existing hard drive ! Front-mounted power button - Designed for near-silent operation with multiple external hard drives System Requirements Windows® ! Fast, easy connection to 400 GB 7200 RPM WDXUB800BBxx WDXUB1200BBxx WDXUB1600BBxx WDXUB2000JBxx WDXUB2500JBxx WDXUB3200JBxx WDXUB4000KDxx Note: Not all products may be available in all data is safely transferred before shutting down the drive ! 7200 RPM rotational speed ! Add plenty of the world. Available USB port ! Two stands for Windows. Simple Mac formatting instructions included. Product Features...
... existing hard drive ! Front-mounted power button - Designed for near-silent operation with multiple external hard drives System Requirements Windows® ! Fast, easy connection to 400 GB 7200 RPM WDXUB800BBxx WDXUB1200BBxx WDXUB1600BBxx WDXUB2000JBxx WDXUB2500JBxx WDXUB3200JBxx WDXUB4000KDxx Note: Not all products may be available in all data is safely transferred before shutting down the drive ! 7200 RPM rotational speed ! Add plenty of the world. Available USB port ! Two stands for Windows. Simple Mac formatting instructions included. Product Features...