Western Digital My Book Essential Edition Quick Install Guide

Quick Install Guide

Getting Started

For highest performance and reliability, it is recommended that you install the latest service pack (SP) and updates.
For Windows
Software Update.

Windows 98SE

You must install device drivers on your system. Go to
download the device driver installer onto your computer desktop.

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, go to the Start menu and select Windows Update. For Mac®, go to the Apple menu and select

support.wdc.com, click Downloads, locate your product name, and

Installing the Drive

1. Turn on your computer.

2. Connect the power cord and USB cable.

3. Drive utilities are installed automatically. If a security alert is
displayed during this installation, click Accept or Continue.
When finished, the drive is ready for use.

4. A menu displays a list of choices including bonus Google
software. Double-click the Google option to begin
installation.

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Kensington
Security
Slot*

Power Button and

Drive Activity Light

(on front)

Connect the power cord Connect the USB cable

*For more information on the Kensington Security Slot, visit www.kensington.com.

Power Port

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USB Port

USB CablePower Cord