Disconnecting Your Hard Drive
Your external hard drive is hot-swappable. It can be connected and disconnected without
restarting your computer. To disconnect your drive at any time, perform the following steps.
You can also disconnect your hard drive at any time while your computer is powered off.
Note:
Please be careful to follow the correct procedure when disconnecting
your unit. Simply unplugging the unit without first following the instructions
below may result in damage to your unit and/or loss of data.
For Windows Users:
1. If you have files located on your drive open in any applications, close them.
2. Click the
Unplug or Eject Hardware
button in the System Tray.
3. Select your drive from the menu that appears.
4. After a moment, Windows will display a message that your hardware can be safely
removed.
For Mac OS Users:
1. If you have files located on your drive open in any applications, close them.
2. Locate the icon for your drive on the desktop, and drag it to the trash.
Locating the Drive on Your Desk
Place the drive on a sturdy desk or table that is free from clutter that could block airflow
around the unit. The drive is designed to lie flat on its rubber feet, or may stand upright. In
either orientation take care not to block any air vents.
Nero BackItUp Software
Nero BackItUp back up software is included on the hard drive. Double click the Nero folder
on the drive and then double click the setupx file to start installation. The Nero Installation
window will appear. Follow the set up wizard to install the software.
Connecting To Your Computer
Connecting your drive to a computer is extremely simple. Follow the steps below.
1. Connect the included AC Adapter to the drive, and then to a wall outlet.
2. Next press the ON/OFF button on the back of the drive.
3. Finally, connect the data cable. Connect the included USB cable from the USB port on
the drive to an available USB port on your computer.
4. The hard drive will mount automatically, and a new icon will appear in
My Computer
(Windows) or a new icon will appear on the desktop (Mac).
If you are using a USB 1.1 port on your Windows computer, the following cautionary note
may appear on your display:
Hi-Speed USB Device plugged into non-Hi-Speed USB hub.
This does not indicate a problem because the drive is compatible with both USB 1.1 and
USB 2.0 ports. Simply close the message and proceed. However, in this case the drive will
operate only at USB 1.1 speeds.
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