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Do not connect or disconnect
any
USB device while the Iomega USB drive system is transferring
information.
Data loss will result!
CAUTION!
USB devices (including controller chips, hubs, cables, cards, mice, joysticks, and peripherals) that
do not comply with the USB specification may cause system lockups or possible data loss when used with
your Iomega USB drive system. If you are not sure that a USB device complies with the latest USB
specification, contact the manufacturer of the device.
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The Iomega USB Drive System Does Not Work on an Older Laptop
Computer.
Some older laptops use a USB port called an "Open Host" that is not compliant with the latest USB
specification. If your laptop has an "Open Host" USB port, your Iomega USB Peerless Drive System may not
be assigned a drive letter when connected to the laptop. Try following the
USB guidelines
. They are designed
to help you avoid some of the problems caused by non-compliant USB devices. If you continue to have
problems, contact the manufacturer of your laptop computer for additional information.
Troubleshooting for Your FireWire
®
Drive System
If you encounter a problem while connecting or using your Peerless
™
drive system, check the topics listed
below for possible solutions. For additional help options, see
How to Get Help
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The Peerless Icon Does Not Appear on a Mac OS Desktop
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Identifying Your Version of Windows 98
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Your Iomega Peerless Drive System Stops Responding While You Are Saving or Copying Files
The Peerless Icon Does Not Appear on a Mac
®
OS Desktop.
1.
If you did not reboot your computer after installing the IomegaWare software, do so now.
2.
Check all connections.
3.
Make sure the drive system is receiving power.
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If you are using a 4-pin connector, make sure your power supply is connected and working.
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If you are using a 6-pin connector make sure the blue status light is on. If it is not on, connect
Iomega power supply.
