Mac OS and Windows PC systems use different disk formats. If you use your Peerless disks on both Mac and
PC systems, here are some important points you need to know:
CAUTION!
Formatting a disk erases all data on the disk. Do
not
format any disk that contains information you
want to keep!
On Mac OS Systems
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You can use PC-formatted disks on a Mac OS system that has File Exchange 3.0 or higher installed. It
is recommended that you use PC-formatted Peerless disks for file transfer only. You may lose file
resource information if files you use on a Mac OS system are stored on a PC-formatted disk.
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You can change a PC-formatted disk to a Mac-formatted disk by using the IomegaWare software on a
Mac OS system to erase the disk.
On Windows PC Systems
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PC systems cannot read a Mac-formatted Peerless disk unless special software is installed on the
system. If you try to use a Mac-formatted Peerless disk on a PC that does not have disk exchange
software installed, you will see a message indicating that the disk is not formatted.
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You can change a Mac-formatted disk to a PC-formatted disk by using IomegaWare software on a PC
to erase the disk.
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Transferring Files Between Mac and PC
If you need to transfer files between a Mac and PC, you can use a PC-formatted Peerless disk if File
Exchange 3.0 or higher or PC Exchange version 2.0 or higher is loaded on the Mac. You can use a Mac-
formatted Peerless disk if the PC has disk exchange software installed.
NOTE:
The Peerless drive system does not convert file formats. When using files cross-platform, the file
format and application must work on both Mac and PC platforms.
Peerless Tips
Here are a few tips you'll want to keep in mind to care for your Peerless base station and disks!
