HP PD0800 Pocket Media Drive - Manual (Page 5)

Introduction
Thank you for selecting your HP Pocket Media Drive. It
is an external hard disk drive with a large capacity
designed to quickly and easily store and transfer
media files such as digital photos, music, video, and
other important files.
The HP Pocket Media Drive connects and disconnects
easily from a USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 connector on
the front or back of most computers.
On some HP computers, the HP Pocket Media Drive is
designed to fit inside a horizontal or vertical
drive bay.
Your HP Pocket Media Drive comes with backup
software (select models only) that is compatible with
most Microsoft
® Windows ® operating systems.
Safe handling information
The HP Pocket Media Drive is designed to be used as
a stationary unit. It is very important that you handle
your drive carefully to avoid hardware damage and
data loss. Please read the following warnings before
attempting to install, use, or move your HP Pocket
Media Drive.
Care and handling of your
HP Pocket Media Drive
WARNING: The warnings for the care and
handling of the HP Pocket Media Drive are
listed below.
•
Do not move the drive while it is operating to avoid
hardware damage and potential data loss. You can
safely move your drive only when you have
properly disconnected and powered off the drive
through the operating system.
•
When using for long periods of time, the aluminum
case of the HP Pocket Media Drive may become
very warm. This is part of the drive’s advanced
design and is completely normal.
•
Do not move the computer with the drive attached
to a USB port, or while inserted into specially
designed HP computer drive bays.
•
Incorrect handling, such as dropping the drive, can
cause data loss and invalidates the warranty.
•
Do not attempt to open the drive’s case. This action
voids the warranty.
•
Do not set the drive on its side, as it may fall over
and cause damage.
•
Do not remove any cables or power cords without
properly disconnecting the drive through the
operating system.
•
Do not set any liquids or drinks on the drive.
Liquids can damage the internal electronics.
•
Do not block airflow around the drive while the
drive is turned on.
•
Do not stack anything on top of the drive; this can
overheat and damage your drive.
HP Pocket Media Drive
components
Your HP Pocket Media Drive components are listed
below:
•
Preformatted USB 2.0 external hard disk drive (A)
•
.5-meter (20 inches) USB 2.0 power and data
sharing cable (B)
•
Quick setup document (C)
•
Warranty and Support Guide (not shown)
HP Pocket Media Drive User’s Guide 1