Western Digital WD Essential USB 2.0 Quick Install Guide - Manual

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Getting Started
System Requirements
Note: For highest performance and reliability, WD recommends that you install the latest service pack (SP) and updates. Windows users, go to the
Start menu and select Windows Update. Mac users, go to the Apple menu and select Software Update.
Connecting the Drive
Kit Contents
! WD Essential ™ External USB 2.0* Hard Drive
!
6 ft. (1.8m) USB 2.0 certified cable
! AC adapter and power cord
! Quick Install Guide
! Two stands for vertical placement
!
Four feet for horizontal placement
*USB 2.0 PCI adapter card or built-in USB 2.0 host is required for Hi-Speed USB
performance. USB 2.0 is highly recommended because of the significant reduction in
file transfer time compared to USB 1.1.
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Windows ® Macintosh ®
! Available USB port ! Available USB port
! Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP ! Mac OS 9.2.2 or Mac OS X 10.1.5 or later
Note: For a single drive, WD recommends using the stands for vertical placement with the Power
button on top for easy access. For stacking multiple drives, use the feet for horizontal placement
Installing the Stands for Vertical Placement
1. Power off the external hard drive and disconnect all its cables.
2. Align the edge of a drive stand onto the side of the drive adjacent to the back (Figure 2).
3. Press the other edge of the stand toward the drive until the stand snaps firmly into place.
Note: Space the stands approximately 3–4 inches apart and approximately
2–3 inches from the edge of the drive for maximum balance and stability.
4. Repeat this process for the other stand.
Removing the Stands
1. Power off the external hard drive and disconnect all its cables.
2. Place the drive upside down on a clean and steady surface.
3. Using both hands, grasp the base of the stand and carefully bend the stand upward
until the stand snaps away from the side of the drive (Figure 2).
Figure 2
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Stands
Feet
USB 2.0 Cable
AC Adapter Cord
AC Adapter
Power Cord
Install Stands
Remove Stands
Quick Install Guide
WD Essential External USB Hard Drive