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Note: GPT (GUID partition) is required for drives larger that 2TB but is not compatible
with some older operating systems, while MBR is supported by newer and older
operating systems.
3. Once initialized, locate the Disk that says it is “Unallocated” (check the listed hard
drive capacity to confirm it’s the correct hard drive) and then right-click in the
section that says “Unallocated” and select “New Partition”.
4. Follow the on screen prompts to initialize the drive in the format of your choice.
LED Indicators
The Drive Power/Activity indicator enable you to monitor drive activity. When the
docking station is powered on, the LED will illuminate. While the hard drive is being
accessed, the LED will blink. Do not remove your drive from the docking station
while the LED is flashing, as it could damage to your drive, resulting in data loss.
Disconnecting the Hard Drive
Windows
1. Select the “Safely remove Hardware and Eject Media” icon, located in the task bar.
2. Select the storage device from the list that appears.
3. Wait for the message indicating that it is now safe to remove the device.
Note: Removing the connected drive prior to receiving notification that it is safe to
do so, could result in losing or corrupting data stored on the drive. Once the Safe
to Remove Hardware message appears, please remove the drive from the docking
station. (See Drive Removal.)
Mac OS X
To safely disconnect the attached drive from the host computer, close any windows
listing the contents of the removable drive. Once all windows are closed, click on the
USB storage icon on the desktop, and drag it to the Trash Can icon on the desktop.
Allow 5 seconds before physically removing the drive from the docking station.