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My Book®
Home Edition™
User Manual
Desktop External
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MY BOOK HOME EDITION |
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USER MANUAL |
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Getting Started |
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Thank you for purchasing this WD product. For the latest WD product information |
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and news, visit our website at www.westerndigital.com. |
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Kit Contents
•Triple-interface external hard drive
•USB cable
•FireWire® 400 cable (6-pin to 6-pin)
•AC adapter
•Quick Install Guide
AC Adapter |
Quick Install Guide |
My Book Home Edition
USB Cable |
FireWire 400 Cable |
Optional Accessories
For more information on optional accessories for this product, visit store.westerndigital.com (U.S. only). Outside the U.S., visit support.wdc.com.
Compatibility
Windows ® |
Macintosh ® |
• Any of the following: |
• Any of the following: |
– USB port |
– USB port |
– FireWire 400 port |
– FireWire 400 port |
– eSATA port or eSATA adapter card |
– eSATA port or eSATA adapter card |
• Windows 2000/XP/Vista™ |
• Mac® OS X 10.4.8 or later |
Note: Compatibility may vary depending on user’s hardware configuration and operating system.
Important: For highest performance and reliability, it is recommended that you install the latest updates and service pack (SP). For Windows, go to the Start menu and select Windows Update. For Mac, go to the Apple menu and select
Software Update.
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MY BOOK HOME EDITION
USER MANUAL
Recording Your WD Product Information
In the following table, write the serial number and model number of your new WD product found on the label on the back panel of the device. Also, write the purchase date and other notes such as your operating system and version. This information is necessary for setup and technical support.
Serial Number:
Model Number:
Purchase Date:
System and Software Notes:
Registering Your WD Product
Your WD product includes 30 days of free technical support during the applicable warranty period for your product. The 30-day period commences on the date of your first telephone contact with WD technical support. Register online at register.wdc.com.
Handling Precautions
WD products are precision instruments and must be handled with care during unpacking and installation. Drives may be damaged by rough handling, shock, or vibration. Be aware of the following precautions when unpacking and installing your external storage product:
•Do not drop or jolt the device.
•Do not move the device during activity.
•Do not use My Book as a portable device.
•To allow proper ventilation, do not block air slots located on the underside, top, or rear of the enclosure. Do not stack any objects on top of the device that may block ventilation.
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