Silvercrest MoBox 500 User Manual

Portable Hard Drive

in a contemporary slim design

User manual and service information

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MoBox 500

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Table of Contents

Table of Contents ................................................................ 1

General Information............................................................. 1

System Requirements........................................................ 2

Package contents............................................................... 2

Information to the Conformity............................................. 2

Disposal of Old Devices ..................................................... 3

Technical Specifications ..................................................... 4

Intended Use...................................................................... 4

Important Safety Instructions ............................................. 5

Repair and Maintenance .................................................... 7

Getting Started..................................................................... 8

Connecting via an USB Cable............................................ 9

Note on Installing Applications ......................................... 10

Formatting and Partitioning .............................................. 10

Disconnecting................................................................... 11

Troubleshooting................................................................. 12

Details of Guarantee .......................................................... 13

General Information

Thank you for choosing a Silvercrest product. Before you use this device for the first time, please read the

following notes in this manual and heed all warnings, even if you are familiar with handling electronic devices. Keep this manual safe for future reference. If you sell the device or pass it on, it is essential you hand over this manual also.

Your SILVERCREST MoBox is an external hard disk drive that lets you enlarge your computer's storage capacity for saving and managing documents, videos, music files, photographs, graphics, etc. You can also use your new hard disk as a backup device for saving important information. Regardless of whether you use your hard disk as a storage

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extension or a backup solution, this manual contains all the necessary information and tips you need for its operation.

The Silvercrest MoBox features the following:

- 500 GB storage capacity

- Plug and Play

- High data transfer rate

- USB 2.0

- Hot-plug support

System Requirements

The minimum system requirements are:

- Computer with: Pentium or other compatible processor, or higher

- Microsoft

- 128 MB RAM or higher, according to the requirements of Windows

Windows® 7, Windows Vista®, Windows® XP

- Available USB 2.0 port

Package contents

- External housing with installed hard disk

- USB cable

- Pouch

- User's Manual

Information to the Conformity

This device has been tested for compliance with the relevant requirements of the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC.

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Disposal of Old Devices

The European Directive 2002/96/EC applies to this product. All electric and electronic devices must be disposed of separately from household waste at established bodies.

Avoid hazards to the environment and dangers to your personal health by disposing of the device and its packaging properly. For further information about proper disposal, contact your local government, disposal bodies or the shop where you bought the device.

According to waste regulations, we are responsible for collecting any packaging materials for our products whenever they do not carry the icon of a nationwide collection system (such as the German "Grüne Punkt" ) and for taking care of their recycling and/or disposal. For more information about product recycling, please contact our Service Hotline. We will inform you of public collection points or a collection company near you that will dispose of the packaging material for free.

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Technical Specifications

Model Silvercrest MoBox 500

Type External hard disk for USB 2.0

Housing High-quality plastic housing Dimensions

(L x W x H) Weight 158 g Storage capacity 500 GB storage capacity

System Requirements

Power consumption approx. 500 mA Warranty 36 months

Intended Use

The Silvercrest MoBox has been developed for data backup and data transfer from and to a PC or notebook with USB ports and for indoor use. Some digital audio/video devices (like digital satellite receivers) feature a USB port for storing recorded TV programmes. You may also use your Silvercrest MoBox for such purposes. However, any use other than that mentioned above does not correspond to the intended use. If used for non-intended purposes or if the housing is opened, the warranty is rendered void. The manufacturer is not liable for any damage or interference caused by unauthorized modifications. The Silvercrest MoBox in its default configuration has not been designed for medical, lifesaving, rescue or life-maintaining purposes. This product has not been designed for corporate or commercial applications. This includes games, communication and others.

connection

133 x 80 x 14,5 mm

(unformatted), brand name hard disk, 5400 r.p.m., pre-formatted for Microsoft Windows Vista (NTFS)

Microsoft Vista

Windows® 7, Microsoft®

and Windows® XP

Windows® 7, Windows

, Windows® XP, USB 2.0

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Important Safety Instructions

This icon denotes important information for the safe operation of the product and for the user’s safety.

Before you use this device for the first time, please read the following notes in this manual and heed all warnings, even if you are familiar with handling electronic devices. Keep this manual safe for future reference. If you sell the device or pass it on, it is essential you hand over this manual also.

- Handle your hard disk with care. Please always follow

- Position the device on a stable, even surface and do not

- Place the Silvercrest MoBox in a safe position so it

- The device is not for use in environments with a high

- This product has not been designed for corporate or

- Operating temperature and operating humidity: 5 °C to 35

- The Silvercrest MoBox saves data on a magnetic

This symbol denotes further information on the topic.

these safety instructions in order to avoid any damage or voiding the warranty. Damage to the hard disk can result in loss of data.

place any (heavy) objects on the device.

cannot fall over.

temperature or humidity (e.g. bathrooms), and must be kept free of dust.

commercial applications.

°C, max. 85% RH

surface. For this reason, keep your MoBox away from sources that generate magnetic and electromagnetic fields.

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Always make sure that

- there is free circulation of air (do not place the device on shelves, on a thick carpet, on a bed, or anywhere that obstructs the ventilation slots, and leave at least 10cm clearance on all sides);

- no direct heat sources (e.g. heating) can affect the device;

- no direct sunlight or bright artificial light reaches the device;

- contact with spray, dripping water and corrosive liquids must be avoided and the device should never be operated near water, and it must especially never be immersed (do not place any objects filled with liquids such as vases or drinks near the device);

- the device is never placed in the immediate vicinity of magnetic fields (e.g. loudspeakers);

- no fire sources (e.g. burning candles) are placed on or near the device;

- no foreign bodies are introduced into the device;

- the device must not be subject to any great temperature changes as this may cause moisture through condensation;

- the device should not be subject to excessive shocks and vibrations.

If you are not using the device within the Federal Republic of Germany, you must observe the regulations and laws in the country of use.

Cable Handling Precautions

- Always hold cables by the plug and never pull on the cable itself. Never hold the power cord with wet hands as this may cause a short circuit or electric shock. Never place the device, heavy objects or furniture on the cable and make sure that the cord does not bend too much, especially at the plug and sockets. Never make knots in the cable and do not tie it together with other cords. All cables should be positioned so that nobody can trip over them or be obstructed by them.

- Install the cables in a safe way. Avoid tripping over them.

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- Do not attempt to open the Silvercrest MoBox case, otherwise you will void your warranty.

- Do not remove any cables before properly shutting down the device in the operating system (see page 11 – Disconnecting).

Children and Persons with Disabilities

- Do not allow children or persons with disabilities to use electrical devices when not under supervision. These people may not comprehend the presence of potential risks.

- Keep the packaging away from children and persons with disabilities too as there is danger of suffocation.

Repair and Maintenance

Repairs are required when this device has been damaged in any way, for example, when liquid has entered the product, when the product has been exposed to rain or moisture, when the product does not work normally or if the product has been dropped. If smoke, unusual noises or smells are noticed, remove the device immediately from the USB port. In this case the device should not be used further and should be inspected by authorized service personnel. Please contact qualified personnel when servicing is needed. Never open the housing of the device, as it may be damaged. Only use a clean, dry cloth for cleaning.

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Getting Started

Please read this user manual before using the device for the first time. This prevents incorrect operation and use. Unpack the Silvercrest MoBox and keep the packaging.

Front view

1 - LED indicator (blinks during data transfer) 2 - USB port

USB cable

3 - USB connector for Silvercrest MoBox 4 - USB connector for computer (Data/Power) 5 - Optional power supply (Power)

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Connecting via an USB Cable

1. Insert the flat connector labelled “Data/Power” [4] of the USB cable into a free USB port on your desktop PC or notebook.

2. Next connect the other connector [3] of the USB cable to the USB port [2] of your Silvercrest MoBox.

3. The operating system will automatically detect that a new USB device has been connected and will install the corresponding driver.

4. Only if required, plug the second USB connector labelled “Power” [5] to another USB port. This will ensure that there will be enough power available for using the product without any problems.

On first-time connection of the Silvercrest MoBox, the operating system will notify of the detection of new hardware with this message:

Figure: Installation message (message depending on

operating system)

The built-in hard disk has already been formatted with the NTFS file system and is therefore ready for immediate use. The Silvercrest MoBox shows as a new disk in "Computer" with a drive letter assigned by the operating system. The drive letter assigned depends on the number of disk drives you already have connected to your computer.

Figure: “Computer” window showing the

Silvercrest MoBox

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After this installation you can use the new Silvercrest MoBox hard disk in exactly the same way as any other hard disk on your computer. Silvercrest MoBox fields of application include:

- Moving or copying files or folders from other drives, CDROMs or other media

- Installing and opening all kinds of program files on the new hard disk

- Saving video clips, games and other data

- Making safety copies of important data from your PC (backup)

Note on Installing Applications

Your Silvercrest MoBox lets you install and execute applications just like any other disk drive. Please note, however, that most Windows-based applications that have been installed on the Silvercrest MoBox are only operational on the computer on which the applications were installed. On installation, additional software information is frequently copied to the partition of the operating system (usually C drive), necessary for the execution of the application. If you use the Silvercrest MoBox on another computer, this additional information will be missing. If you connect the Silvercrest MoBox once again to a computer to which the application had previously been installed, the application will function perfectly.

Formatting and Partitioning

The Silvercrest MoBox factory default settings are already formatted with the NTFS file system. It is therefore not necessary to format again if you do not wish to change the file system or the partitioning.

When using the MoBox for AV applications, it may be necessary to use the FAT32 file system.

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If you format the Silvercrest MoBox, all data saved onto the hard disk will be deleted. Make backup copies of all data that you wish to use again after the formatting.

To format your MoBox, select the following path: [Start] > [Control Panel] > [System and Security] >

[Administrative Tools] > [Computer Management] > [Disk Management]

Right-click on the Silvercrest MoBox icon and select the “Format…” command from the context menu to format the existing partition.

If you want to change the hard disk partitioning, please read the operating system Online Help to find out how to proceed. To do this, please enter “Partition” as a search term.

Disconnecting

The Silvercrest MoBox can be connected to, and removed from, the computer while the computer is powered on. However, if you remove the MoBox from the computer without disconnecting it properly from the operating system, file damage or loss of data may occur.

Click with the left mouse button on the "Safely Remove Hardware" icon in the task bar beside the system clock. If the icon is not visible, you will need to maximise the window by clicking on the Maximize icon.

Figure: Safely remove hardware example from

Windows

In the window that follows it is possible that more than one external device is displayed. Select the Silvercrest MoBox by left-licking on it. A message will soon appear, indicating that you can now safely remove the Silvercrest MoBox.

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Troubleshooting

The computer does not detect the Silvercrest MoBox.

The connector labelled “Data/Power” must as a minimum

be plugged into the computer. If the device fails to respond, you must plug the second USB connector into an available USB port of your computer too.

You may also try different USB ports. Do not use any USB extension cords.

Installed applications do not execute on another computer.

When installing any applications on an external hard disk,

this application will normally run on the computer where it had originally been installed.

The Silvercrest MoBox makes a noise.

A low noise level is normal during operation.

Some data has disappeared from the Silvercrest MoBox.

If you have copied data, it is necessary to safely remove

the USB device from the operating system otherwise loss of data may occur.

The data transmission is very slow.

Make sure that you are using a USB port that supports

standard 2.0. USB 1.1 ports offer a much slower data transfer.

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