Samsung HX-MU040DA, HX-MT010EA, HX-SU012BA, HX-MTA25DA, HX-MTA32DA Manual
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HXMU025DA |
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HX-MU040DA HX-MUT75DA |
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HX-MU010EA |
S2 Portable 3.0
HX-MTA25DA HX-MT064DA HX-MTA32DA HX-MT050DA HX-MTA50DA HX-MT032DA HX-MTA64DA HX-MT025DA HX-MTT75DA
HX-MT010EA
S-Series External Hard Drive
User’s manual
User’s Manual
Read Me First
About this Manual
Your product comes with a quick start guide and a user’s manual.
Following the instructions and precautions of this manual will ensure easier and more enjoyable use of your S-Series External Hard Drive.
Quick Start Guide
A start guide is provided with the purchase of S-Series External Hard Drive.
The quick start guide explains product components and provides simple instructions on how to install the product.
User’s Manual
The User’s Manual contains detailed information about features and instructions on using your S-Series External Hard Drive.
Using this Manual
Carefully read and understand the “Handling Precautions” section before using the product.
Failure to follow all the instructions as outlined in the Handling Precautions section could result in damage to you or to your S-Series External Hard Drive.
Refer to the Troubleshooting section first if you experience a problem with the product.
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Handling Precautions
The following information serves to ensure user’s safety and prevent damage to user’s properties. Carefully read the information provided and use your product correctly.
Supplied with the rated USB BUS Power
S-Series must use the USB Bus Power. Please connect to the USB Port supplied with the rated USB BUS Power.
Installation Related
Use the product on a flat surface.
Do not sit on the product and do not place a heavy object over the product.
Product case or connector can be damaged and may cause a break down.
Data Cable Usage
Standardized data cable.
This may increase the wrong operation and may cause a malfunction.
Do not unplug the data cable by severely pulling the cable.
This may damage connector on the product and may cause a problem with the product.
Do not severely bend the data cable and do not place a heavy object over the data cable.
If the data cable is damaged, it may cause a malfunction.
Shock
The external drive is very portable and you may easily drop it. Take care not to drop and tip the product while carrying the external drive. If you make an impact on the external drive, it may cause bad sectors on the disk. Bad sectors can cause various and potentially read/write errors.
Humidity
If you use the product in places exposed to humidity, it may danger of electric shock. In addition, prolonged exposure to moisture can corrode various parts and components.
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Magnets
Magnetic objects can cause various types of damage to the HDD, including data damage. Keep magnets and magnetic objects away from the external drive.
Disassembly and Label Removal
For repair, please visit the designated (samsung) customer service center. Unauthorized disassembly, repair, or reform of the product and unauthorized removal of the labeling will void your warranty.
Always Backup your Important Data
The external drive manufacturer does not guarantee data stored in the external drive
and will not assume responsibility for any mental or material damage incurred during data recovery. 
Backup : Storing the original and a copy on two or more separate and accessible storage media.
Regular Virus Scanning
Frequently scan the device for viruses and protect the external drive from virus infection.
Cleaning the product
Never use cleaning fluid or similar chemicals.
Do not spay cleaner directly on the product.
It may cause discoloration and deformation of the product.
Custody Related
Keep the product and accessories out of the reach of children. It may cause personal injuries and problem.
Safely Remove Hardware
Always use the Safely Remove Hardware feature before shutting down the HDD or disconnecting the USB cable and power cable.
1MB=1,000,000bytes / 1GB=1,000,000,000bytes
Actual accessible capacity may vary from advertised capacity due to formatting and partitioning of the hard drive, as well as due to your computer's operating system.
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Table of Contents
Read Me First |
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About this Manual |
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Quick Installation Guide |
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User’s Manual |
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Using this Manual |
Handling Precautions
Introduction
Specifications Connecting your S-Series
3 Supplied with the rated USB BUS Power
3 Installation Related
3 Data Cable Usage
3 Shock
3Humidity
4Magnets
4 Disassembly and Label Removal
4 Always Backup your Important Data
4 Regular Virus Scanning
4 Cleaning the product
4 Custody Related
4 Safely Remove Hardware
6Introduction
7S1 Mini / S2 Portable
8S2 Portable 3.0
9 Installation
11 Windows
12 Macintosh
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Copying / Moving Files |
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Removable Disk Method |
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Safely Removing your S-Series |
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For Windows |
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For Macintosh |
S-Series Software
Troubleshooting
Appendix
17 S-Series External Hard Drive Software
17 Samsung Auto Backup
17 Samsung Auto Backup Installation
19 Data Backup using Samsung Auto Backup
25Quick Backup
26Restoring Backup Data
29Samsung SecretZone™
30Virtual Drive with Samsung SecretZone™
32FAQ
33Partitioning and Changing File System Type
33Reformat to FAT32
34Reformat to NTFS32
34Format in Macintosh
35Product Certifications
35FCC
36Warranty Information
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Introduction
The S-Series External Hard Drive is a high-performance external hard drive that supports USB. Unlike conventional desktop disk drives, the S-Series External Hard Drive makes it possible for you to
instantaneously add greater storage capacity to your system without having to take the computer apart.
This means that your S-Series External Hard Drive comes fully partitioned and formatted for your use and you can instantly access to the drive by simply plugging it into your computer through a USB port.
Rebooting and other cumbersome steps are not necessary. “SecretZone™” , which is part of the software bundle that comes with your S-Series External Hard Drive, allows you to protect and manage your private data.
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Specifications (S1 Mini / S2 Portable)
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S1 Mini |
S2 Portable |
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Interface |
High Speed USB |
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Transfer Rate |
480 Mbps Max. |
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Power |
USB Host Power |
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Operating System |
Windows XP / Vista / 7 |
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Mac OS X 10.4.8 or Later |
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Hard Disk Capacity |
120GB / 160GB / 200GB / 250GB |
160GB / 250GB / 320GB / 500GB / 640GB |
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750GB, 1TB |
Dimensions (W x H x L) |
(62mm X 15mm X 87mm) |
(82mm x 17mm x 111mm) |
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(82mm x 18mm x 111mm) |
Color |
Black / White / Red / Brown |
Black / White / Red / Brown / Blue / Pink |
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Format System |
FAT32 |
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System Requirements
PC : Windows XP / Vista / 7
Macintosh : Mac OS X 10.4.8 or Later
Upgrade your operating system to the latest version to enjoy better performance and reliability.
Components
S1 Mini / S2 Portable |
USB 2.0-Cable |
Quick Start Guide |
Pouch |
When you purchase a S1 Mini / S2 Portable External Hard Drive, make sure that all components have been included in your product package.
Overview
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LED Description |
USB Port |
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Standby Status : Steadily lit LED |
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Read/Write in Progress : Blinking LED |
Some computers supply limited USB bus power. If your drive doesn't power on after connecting the USB cable, you may need to purchase a USB Y-cable from retailers or online shops.
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Specifications (S2 Portable 3.0)
Category |
S2 Portable 3.0 |
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Interface |
Super Speed USB |
Transfer Rate |
5 Gbps Max. |
Power |
USB Host Power |
Operating System |
Windows XP / Vista / 7 |
Hard Disk Capacity |
250GB / 320GB / 500GB / 640GB / 750GB / 1TB |
Dimensions (W x H x L) |
(82mm x 17mm x 111mm) |
Color |
Black |
Format System |
FAT32 |
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System Requirements
PC : Windows XP / Vista / 7
Upgrade your operating system to the latest version to enjoy better performance and reliability.
Components
S2 Portable 3.0 |
USB 3.0 Micro-B Cable |
Quick Start Guide |
Pouch |
When you purchase a S2 Portable 3.0 External Hard Drive, make sure that all components have been included in your product package.
Overview
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Standby Status : Steadily lit LED |
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USB 3.0 Port |
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Read/Write in Progress : Blinking LED |
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Connecting your S1 Mini / S2 Portable
Installation
Verify that the computer meets the minimum system requirements as outlined in #System Requirements. Insert the USB cable to the desktop/laptop computer as shown in Figures 1 and 2:
Figure 1. Connecting to a Desktop Computer
Figure 2. Connecting to a Laptop Computer
Your S-Series External Hard Drive will automatically activate once connected to the computer.
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Connecting your S2 Portable 3.0
Installation
Verify that the computer meets the minimum system requirements as outlined in #System Requirements. Insert the USB cable to the desktop/laptop computer as shown in Figures 3 and 4:
Figure 3. Connecting to a Desktop Computer
Figure 4. Connecting to a Laptop Computer
LED Color
- USB 2.0 : Green
- USB 3.0 : Blue
To use the S2 Portable 3.0 model at its maximum speed, you need a PC or a Host Card that supports USB 3.0 interface.
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Windows
When you connect the S-Series External Hard Drive to the computer a small icon will appear in the system tray at the lower right corner of the screen.
Figure 5. System Tray indicating an external device
The operating system will recognize and display "Samsung” drive under “My Computer.”
Figure 6. In the Windows Explorer, you will see a new Samsung drive
You are now ready to use the Samsung S-Series External Hard Drive.
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Macintosh
Connect your S-Series External Hard Drive to the computer. Your Macintosh operating system will then generate a SAMSUNG.
Figure 7. Macintosh External HDD connection icon
After clicking the SAMSUNG icon, the following folder will appear.
Figure 8. Macintosh Folders
You are now ready to use the Samsung S-Series External Hard Drive.
Stop & Read (Software included with your S-Series External Hard Drive does not support the Mac operating environment.)
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