Special note for using FireWire with older Macintosh systems
If you are using an older Macintosh system, or using a PCI FireWire card to interface
with your
OWC Mercury On-The-Go
drive, we recommend using the included
Intech®
Hard Disk SpeedTools™
to tune the drive for optimum performance. Transfer errors or
corruption can be avoided by using this software. This is especially recommended if you
are
not
using Mac OS X but rather using Mac OS 9.
Backup Software
For Mac OS X, we have included
Prosoft Engineering’s Data Backup
. Data Backup makes
it easy to backup to FireWire and USB drives, network drives, CDs and even DVDs. Make
schedules so you don’t need to ‘think’ about backing up… It does it for you. Your drive
is also fully compatible with Apple’s Time Machine if you are running Mac OS X 10.5
“Leopard”.
For PCs running Windows 2000 and later, we have included
Novastor’s NovaBACKUP
.
Built-in support for hundreds of the most popular storage devices and a step-by-step
backup and restore wizard makes NovaBACKUP extremely easy to use.
To install and use the included backup software for either OS, please insert the included
CD and follow the installation and operation instructions on the disc.
Cloning your hard drive (making an exact copy of it):
If you want to make an exact duplicate of a hard drive, we highly recommend Mike
Bombich’s donationware “Carbon Copy Cloner”. It’s a great tool and is included with the
bundled software CD provided with this storage solution.
Custom OS X Icons
If you wish to replace the custom OS X icon for your new hard drive, you can find
instructions and a download link on our Web site:
http://eshop.macsales.com/hdicons
Removing the hard drive from the OWC Mercury On-The-Go Enclosure
If you need to remove the hard drive from the enclosure, remove the 2 screws that secure
the endcap and using a flat screwdriver, gently pry the endcap out of the enclosure being
careful to not damage any of the ports. You can also use a hook tool or a bent paperclip
to accomplish this task - use extreme caution to not injure yourself while doing so.
OWC Mercury On-The-Go Pro
Chapter 4 -Troubleshooting & Tips
