Introduction; Check The Components; System Requirements; Installing The Drive - Toshiba CANVIO FOR DESKTOP User Manual

Introduction

Thank you for choosing our TOSHIBA Canvio for Desktop hard drive.
Please read this User's Manual carefully, as it contains all relevant information for installation, usage and
maintenance of the drive, as well as security and safety advice.
In case it does not behave as expected, please refer to the "Frequently Asked Questions" section at the end of
this manual.

Check the Components

Canvio for Desktop
This User's Manual is also available for download:
Please refer to "Instruction Manual for Safety and Comfort" that is preloaded in this External HDD.

System Requirements

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Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows
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Requires reformatting for macOS v.10.15 / v10.14/ v10.13 / v10.12 / OS X v10.11
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One free port of USB 3.0 or USB 2.0
USB 3.0 is backward compatible with USB 2.0.
NOTE

Installing the drive

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Passive USB hubs or USB connectors like keyboards, mice or similar products cannot be used or connected to
the drive.
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Make sure that the connectors will be inserted correctly.
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Never use pressure for connecting the cables. Check the polarity before connecting!
User's Manual - CANVIO FOR DESKTOP
AC adapter
and the replaceable plug
www.toshiba-storage.com/downloads/
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USB 3.0 Micro-B Cable Support document
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