Buku Panduan Pangguna Hard Drive Éksternal Portabel WD My Passport

1. Bubuka

The WD My Passport portable external hard drive provides trusted, portable storage for your digital life. Designed to be slim and durable, it fits comfortably in the palm of your hand, offering ample space to store, organize, and share your photos, videos, music, and documents. This drive includes backup software and password protection features to help secure your important files.

Image 1.1: The WD My Passport portable external hard drive in black, showcasing desain kompak na.

2. Naon dina Box

Upon unboxing your WD My Passport drive, you should find the following components:

• My Passport portable hard drive
• Kabel USB-A SuperSpeed ​​(5Gbps)
• Software for device management and backup with password protection (download and installation required)
• Gancang Mimitian Guide

3. Setélan

3.1 Nyambungkeun drive

To begin using your My Passport drive, connect it to your computer using the provided SuperSpeed USB-A cable. The drive is powered directly through the USB connection, so no external power adapter is needed.

1. Milarian port USB-A anu sayogi dina komputer anjeun.
2. Connect one end of the SuperSpeed USB-A cable to the My Passport drive.
3. Connect the other end of the cable to the USB-A port on your computer.

Image 3.1: The My Passport drive connected to a laptop via USB cable, ready for use.

3.2 Initial Software Installation and Formatting

The My Passport drive comes pre-formatted for PC (NTFS) and is ready for use with Windows operating systems. For Mac users, reformatting the drive to a compatible file system (e.g., HFS+ or exFAT) is required for full functionality. The drive includes software for device management, backup, and password protection, which needs to be downloaded and installed.

• Pikeun Windows PC: The drive is ready to use. You can access it via 'This PC' or 'My Computer'.
• Pikeun Mac: The drive may need to be reformatted. Instructions for reformatting can typically be found in the Quick Start Guide or on the WD support websitus.
• Pamasangan parangkat lunak: The necessary software for backup and security features is located on the drive itself or can be downloaded from the official WD website. Follow the on-screen prompts to install the software.

4. Parentah Operasi

4.1 Mindahkeun Files

Anjeun tiasa mindahkeun files to and from your My Passport drive using standard drag-and-drop methods or copy-paste functions within your operating system's file ngajajah.

• Séred jeung Leupaskeun: Open the My Passport drive folder and the source folder. Drag files or folders from your computer to the My Passport drive, or vice versa.
• Salin sareng Témpél: Pilih nu files or folders you wish to transfer, right-click and select 'Copy'. Navigate to the destination on your My Passport drive, right-click, and select 'Paste'.

4.2 Using Backup Software

The included backup software allows you to automate data backups, protecting your important files from loss, including defense against ransomware. Refer to the software's user interface for detailed instructions on setting up backup schedules and selecting specific files or folders for backup.

Image 4.1: An icon symbolizing the backup functionality of the My Passport drive.

4.3 Password Protection and Hardware Encryption

To secure your data, the My Passport drive supports password protection and hardware encryption. This feature is managed through the installed WD security software. Set a strong password to prevent unauthorized access to your drive's contents.

Image 4.2: An icon depicting a padlock, indicating the drive's password protection feature.

Image 4.3: An icon of a shield, representing the drive's defense capabilities against threats like ransomware.

4.4 Safely Ejecting the Drive

Always safely eject the My Passport drive before disconnecting it from your computer to prevent data corruption. This can be done through your operating system's taskbar (Windows) or Finder (Mac).

• Windows: Click the 'Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media' icon in the system tray, then select your My Passport drive.
• Mac: Drag the My Passport drive icon from your desktop to the Trash, or right-click the drive icon in Finder and select 'Eject'.

5. Pangropéa

5.1 Kamanusaan sarta Studi Fisik

To ensure the longevity of your My Passport drive, handle it with care. Avoid dropping the drive or exposing it to extreme temperatures, moisture, or direct sunlight. Keep it clean by wiping with a soft, dry cloth.

Image 5.1: An icon illustrating the slim and durable design of the My Passport drive.

5.2 Apdet parangkat lunak

Regularly check for updates to the WD device management and backup software. Software updates often include performance improvements, bug fixes, and enhanced security features, ensuring your drive operates optimally.

6. Cara ngungkulan

If you encounter issues with your My Passport drive, consider the following common troubleshooting steps:

• Drive Teu Dipikawanoh:
  • Pastikeun kabel USB disambungkeun aman ka duanana drive jeung komputer.
  • Coba sambungkeun drive ka port USB béda dina komputer Anjeun.
  • Tés drive dina komputer séjén pikeun nangtukeun naha masalahna aya dina drive atanapi port USB komputer anjeun.
  • Balikan deui komputer anjeun.
  • For Mac users, ensure the drive is formatted correctly for macOS.
• Laju Transfer Lambat:
  • Ensure you are using a SuperSpeed USB 3.0/3.1 port on your computer for optimal performance.
  • Tutup aplikasi anu teu dipikabutuh anu dijalankeun di latar tukang.
  • Check the health of your drive using the WD Drive Utilities software.
• Masalah Sandi:
  • Double-check your password for typos, including case sensitivity.
  • If you have forgotten your password, refer to the WD security software documentation for recovery options. Note that data recovery may not be possible without the correct password.
• Software Not Installing:
  • Pastikeun sistem operasi anjeun nyumponan sarat minimum pikeun parangkat lunakna.
  • Temporarily disable antivirus or firewall software during installation, then re-enable it.
  • Download the latest software version directly from the official WD support websitus.

For further assistance, consult the comprehensive support resources available on the official WD websitus.

7. Spésifikasi

Image 7.1: Diagram showing the dimensions of the My Passport drive (4.22" x 2.95" x 0.75").

8. Garansi jeung Rojongan

8.1 Garansi kawates

The WD My Passport Portable External Hard Drive comes with a 3-taun jaminan kawates. Garansi ieu nyertakeun cacad dina bahan sareng pagawean dina panggunaan normal. Punten tahan bukti pameseran anjeun pikeun klaim garansi.

For full terms and conditions of the warranty, please refer to the documentation included with your product or visit the official Western Digital websitus.

8.2 Rojongan Palanggan

For technical support, product registration, or to access additional resources, please visit the official Western Digital support websitus. The website provides FAQs, driver downloads, and contact information for customer service.

Resmi Websitus: www.westerndigital.com/support