Western digital my book external desktop drive user's manual (38 pages)
Summary of Contents for Western Digital ArmorLock Encrypted NVMe
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ArmorLock ™ ™ Encrypted NVMe SSD with Mobile App User Manual...
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Accessing Online Support ® ™ For those that have previously purchased a G-Technology ArmorLock NVMe SSD, model number 0G10484-1, please see the following link for your user manual with warranty information at https://support-en.g-technology.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/29803. Visit our product support website and choose from these topics: ▪...
Authorize Remote Users Before You Ship the Drive................ 10 User Requesting Access to a Drive........................11 Manager Authorizing Access..........................11 User Receives and Adds the Drive......................... 11 _________ 4 More About Your ArmorLock App and Drive............12 Drive Indicators..............................12 ArmorLock Encrypted NVMe SSD User Manual...
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Manufacturer's Retail Products Limited Warranty (All Regions Except Australia)................................19 SanDisk Manufacturer's Retail Products Limited Warranty (Australia)........19 Australian consumers only:..........................20 How to Handle an ArmorLock Drive......................20 _________ 8 Glossary..........................21 Authorized User..............................21 File System................................21 Manager................................. 21 ArmorLock Encrypted NVMe SSD User Manual...
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QR Code.................................21 USB....................................21 User...................................21 User ID..................................22 User Key................................22 User Name................................22 ArmorLock Encrypted NVMe SSD User Manual...
SSD gives you pro-grade durability you can rely on. Hand it off and trust it’s safe with our durable, easy-to-hold enclosure, up to 3-meter drop protection***, 1,000 pound crush resistance, and IP67 dust and water resistance. ArmorLock Encrypted NVMe SSD User Manual...
The ArmorLock app is compatible with the following operating systems. The app is required to unlock and manage the drive. Table 1.2 Android Android 9.x, 10.x, 11.x For the newest features and compatibility options, always install the latest app updates. ArmorLock Encrypted NVMe SSD User Manual...
▪ QR code and Short Code unique to each individual drive (located on the back of the drive). QR Code is to be used with a phone camera and the Short Code is to be used with computers for app-to-drive pairing. ArmorLock Encrypted NVMe SSD User Manual...
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Welcome to ArmorLock The image below illustrates the location, color, and status of the LEDs, and the location of the USB-C port. ArmorLock Encrypted NVMe SSD User Manual...
Save 7. A series of tooltips will appear. Select to proceed. Next 8. ArmorLock is now ready to add a drive. ArmorLock Mobile App Overview The “three-dot” main menu allows you to: Main Menu: ArmorLock Encrypted NVMe SSD User Manual...
Add Drive Remove Drives : Lets you to to do the following: App Settings - Share crash reports to Western Digital via the option. Privacy - Edit the ArmorLock of the smartphone as identified with the...
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– Requires giving ArmorLock access to the photos app. Photos – Saves in your phone’s file system as a PDF. Files – We strongly recommend printing and storing in a safe location. Print ArmorLock Encrypted NVMe SSD User Manual...
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Getting Started - Western Digital cannot restore your access if you lose your Recovery Key. ArmorLock Encrypted NVMe SSD User Manual...
3-dot 3. Select App Settings 4. Switch the toggle to turn it on. Auto Unlock Remove a Drive Use the following steps to deauthorize or unpair an ArmorLock drive from the app. ArmorLock Encrypted NVMe SSD User Manual...
This procedure is used to authorize access to someone else before you ship them the drive. Authorization will remain in place until a Manager deauthorizes ArmorLock Encrypted NVMe SSD User Manual...
Select . Locate the on the back of the drive and scan it with Add Drive QR code your phone. 2. The drive will be automatically authenticated and added to your list of drives. ArmorLock Encrypted NVMe SSD User Manual...
To enable or disable this feature, follow these steps. Open the ArmorLock app. 2. Select a drive and go to Manager Settings a. Select the icon, then select gear location tracking ArmorLock Encrypted NVMe SSD User Manual...
2. Select Recover Pairing 3. Select Use Recovery Key 4. Scan or type in the 64-character Recovery QR Code. 5. After the recovery process is complete, a Successful Setup window will open. 6. Select Close ArmorLock Encrypted NVMe SSD User Manual...
Recovery Key invalid. Use the following steps to create a new Recovery Key. Open the ArmorLock app. 2. Select a drive and go to Manager Settings a. Select the icon, then select Manager Settings. Select gear New Recovery Key Select to continue. Generate ArmorLock Encrypted NVMe SSD User Manual...
The old Recovery Key will be invalid. Note: Western Digital cannot restore your access if you lose your Recovery Key. Read-Only Mode The ArmorLock drive can be set to read-only mode. This prevents users from modifying or deleting files. Note that this feature has a delayed effect; it takes effect after the next unlock.
Update Now 4. Using the computer, eject the drive. 5. A "Firmware Update Complete" notification will appear. If you are not ready to update the firmware for your Android device, select Update Later. ArmorLock Encrypted NVMe SSD User Manual...
This device complies with ISED’s license-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. ArmorLock Encrypted NVMe SSD User Manual...
(a) Frequency band: 2412-2472Mhz (b) Maximum radio-frequency power transmitted in the bands is 8dBm. A “Declaration of Conformity” in accordance with the applicable directives has been made and is on file at Western Digital Europe. KC Notice (Republic of Korea Only) Class B Device.
SanDisk (support@SanDisk.com) and provide proof of purchase (showing date and place of purchase and name of the reseller) and product name, type and number; or 2. contact the dealer from whom you originally purchased the product. ArmorLock Encrypted NVMe SSD User Manual...
1,000 lb. crush resistance. Do not subject the drive to drop or crush events with higher limits. ▪ It is always recommended to handle the drive with as much care as possible. ArmorLock Encrypted NVMe SSD User Manual...
An authorized phone or computer that can unlock the drive. This role also has the ability to erase or format the drive (unless the manager has prevented this option). A user role is not required to use the drive. ArmorLock Encrypted NVMe SSD User Manual...
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User Name The "friendly" name of the user. This information is stored on the drive, but can be changed by the manager. ArmorLock Encrypted NVMe SSD User Manual...
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User ID User Key User Name 14, Glossary VCCI Statement Handling precautions Hardware Warranty Information IC Statement service, obtaining ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B) Compliance KC Notice Kit contents LED Light - Enable or Disable Location Tracking Lock ArmorLock Encrypted NVMe SSD User Manual...
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USB Implementers Forum. The Bluetooth(R) word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Western Digital is under license. All other marks are the property of their respective owners. Pictures shown may vary from actual product.