Maxtor FireWire 800 - Manual (Page 3)

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Introduction 1
Introduction
Thank you for selecting a Maxtor product.
The new Maxtor OneTouch TM II FireWire 800 Edition, with triple
interfaces (FireWire 800, FireWire 400 and USB 2.0), lets you
access high-end graphics, photos and video files quickly, and
connect easily with other computers.
This user’s guide will help you setup your drive and includes helpful
tips for performing backups and getting the most out of your new
Maxtor OneTouch II drive, FireWire 800 Edition.
The Maxtor OneTouch II drive, FireWire 800 Edition features:
• Triple interfaces: FireWire 800, FireWire 400 , and USB 2.0
• Maxtor OneTouch™ button - the simple way to backup
your files
• EMC ® Dantz ® Retrospect ® Express software
• Maxtor DriveLock™ security feature password-protects the
contents of the drive in case of loss or unauthorized use
• Mac and PC compatible (pre-formatted for Mac)
• Boot your Mac operating system directly from the drive
• Simple Maxtor user interface for drive management,
security and backup scheduling
The Maxtor OneTouch Settings utility features:
• Security settings to password-protect your critical data
• Power management features to conserve energy when
your drive isn’t being used
• Diagnostic utilities to check the health of your drive
• Customizing the OneTouch button which allows you to open
a frequently-used program with the touch of a button
• Using Retrospect Express to back up and restore your data
• Performance settings to enhance your drive
For more information about the OneTouch Settings, see “Restoring
Your Complete System” on page 42.
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