FORMATTING INSTRUCTIONS
The steps listed below will help you to format and partition a storage device. For more information on choosing
the optimal file format, refer to
About File System Formats
.
Caution:
Formatting will erase everything on the storage device.
LaCie highly recommends that you
back up all data on your storage device before performing the steps below. LaCie is not
responsible for any data lost due to formatting, partitioning, or using a LaCie storage device.
Important Info:
Formatting the
LaCie
partition will delete the included User Manual and utilities. Please
copy all data, including documentation and software from LaCie, before formatting your storage device. User
Manuals and select software may also be downloaded from
www.lacie.com/support/
.
Note:
Refer to your operating system's documentation for more information on reformatting and
partitioning your storage device.
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