G-Technology G-DRIVE mini, G-DRIVE mini GDM4250, 909112-01, 909114-01 Installation Manual

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G-DRIVE mini Product Guide

G-DRIVE mini™

Installation Guide

G-Technology Inc.

Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

[e-mail]

P/N GDM120606 REV 120307

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. INTRODUCTION

2. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

3. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

4. WHAT’S IN THE BOX

5. G-DRIVE mini OVERVIEW

6. INSTALLING G-DRIVE mini

6.1 Attaching the Interface Cable to G-DRIVE mini

6.2 Connecting the Optional Power Adapter

6.3 Connecting G-DRIVE mini to your Computer

7. INITIALIZING G-DRIVE mini

7.1 Mac OSX

7.2 Windows 2000/XP

7.3 Cross Platform use

8. UNMOUNTING/DISCONNECTING G-DRIVE mini

8.1 Mac OS X (10.3.x)

8.2 Windows 200/XP

9. OPTIMIZING DATA TRANSFER RATES

10. TECHNICAL SUPPORT

11. LIMITED WARRANTY

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1. INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing G-DRIVE™ mini from G-Technology,
Inc. (G-Tech)! G-DRIVE mini hard drives from G-Tech are the
ideal storage solutions for people on the go. Weighing in at
less than 9 oz., G-DRIVE mini is the ultra-portable and stylish
way to travel with up to 250 GB of storage space for your
important documents, MP3s, digital video and digital photo
files. G-DRIVE mini is the only portable drive to feature a
silent, “fan-less” design and an integrated cooling system to
ensure reliable operation and long life.

NOTE: G-DRIVE mini is formatted for the MAC OS and
will mount on the desktop right out of the box. See
section 7.2 for details on using the G-DRIVE mini on
Windows, or both Windows and MAC.

2. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The disk drive contained in your G-DRIVE mini is a delicate
electronic instrument and is susceptible to damage due to
excessive physical shock. Place the unit in a vented area away
from moisture or liquids. Please handle the unit with care. Do
not open the case. Doing so will void the warranty. If the

product is returned with damage caused by improper
handling, the warranty will be void and liability will rest with
the user.

3. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

FireWire 800 / USB 2.0 operation

• Mac OS X 10.2.4 or higher

• Windows 2000 or Windows XP

FireWire 400 operation

• Mac OS 9.x or OS X

• Windows 2000 or Windows XP

4. WHAT’S IN THE BOX

Take a moment to ensure that the following items are
included in the box. If anything is missing, please call G-Tech
at [phone]. Please keep the shipping container and
packing materials. In the unlikely event that you need to

return G-DRIVE mini to us for any reason, you must use the
G-Tech shipping container. If the product is returned
damaged caused by improper packaging, the warranty will be
void and liability will rest with the user.

G-DRIVE mini Combo:

• G-DRIVE mini drive (FW400/FW800/USB 2.0)

• Installation CD-ROM

• FireWire 400 (6-pin to 6-pin) cable

• USB 2.0 cable

• Leather carrying case

G-DRIVE mini Triple:

• G-DRIVE mini drive (FW400/USB 2.0)

• Installation CD-ROM

• FireWire 400 (6-pin to 6-pin) cable

• FireWire 800 (9-pin to 9-pin) cable

• USB 2.0 cable

• Leather carrying case