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- Page 1 Hard Disk Drive VGP-UHDP04 Operating Instructions http://www.sony.net/ 2005 Sony Corporation / Printed in Japan 2-664-906-11 (1) 00GB00COV_UHDM04.p65 05.10.27, 3:20 PM Black...
- Page 2 For questions regarding your product or for the Sony To avoid electrical shock, do not Customer Information Service Center nearest you, open the cabinet.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Specifications ........18 If you lose a wireless key/ If the wireless key is broken ..... 20 • VAIO and are trademarks of Sony Troubleshooting ........21 Corporation. • Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. -
Page 4: Overview
265 Mbps. • The ability used to store large amounts of data. • This hard disk drive corresponds to a Sony VAIO computer preinstalled the Windows 2000 or Windows XP operating system, or IBM PC/AT compatible computer so that it not only increases your computer's storage capacity, but also allows for easy data transfer between computers. -
Page 5: Special Features
Compatible computers The drive can be used in conjunction with the following USB 1.1/2.0 compatible computers. (As of January 2006) • The following Sony VAIO computers: Computers with Windows 2000 or Windows XP preinstalled. • The following IBM PC/AT compatible computer: Computers with Windows 2000 or Windows XP preinstalled. -
Page 6: Supplied Accessories
Supplied Accessories After unpacking the hard disk drive, make sure that the accessories listed below are present. If anything is missing or damaged, contact the Sony dealer where you purchased this product or a Sony service representative in your area. -
Page 7: Locating The Controls And Connectors
Locating the Controls and Connectors 1 USB connector 2 CANCEL button 3 REGIST button 4 Wireless key receiver 5 POWER indicator 6 ACCESS indicator 7 LOCK indicator 8 UNLOCK indicator 01GB02C01_UHDM04.p65 05.10.31, 2:27 PM Black... -
Page 8: Getting Started
Getting Started Connecting the drive You can connect the drive to the computer using the supplied USB cable. Notes • Place the drive on a flat surface. • Do not connect the drive to an external USB hub (port) other than USB port of a computer. If you connect the drive with the computer for the first time, it takes time for a while to recognize the drive. -
Page 9: About The Power Management Function (Power Save Function)
About the power management function (power save function) When using the computer’s power management function (power save function), note the following points: • Set your computer so that it does not switch to a power save mode while the ACCESS indicator on the drive is flashing. For more information, refer to the manuals provided with your computer. -
Page 10: Disconnecting The Drive From The Computer
Disconnecting the drive from the computer Follow the procedure below to disconnect this drive from your computer. (The following procedures are for Windows XP.) Notes • Before disconnecting the drive, close any open programs. • If the message below appears when you attempt to disconnect the drive, close any running software, wait for a while and then repeat the procedure. -
Page 11: Using Security Function
Using Security Function About the drive security function You can lock the drive using the wireless key. When you register the wireless key(s), you cannot use the drive until you release the lock using the wireless key each time you connect the USB cable. Enabling the security function to secure your important data is recommended. -
Page 12: Setting The Security Function
Setting the security function Notes • Do not disconnect the USB cable when the wireless keys are being registered. • Be sure that the computer is not in power save mode when the wireless keys are being registered. • You need to register both wireless keys. •... - Page 13 Touch the wireless key receiver with the other wireless key after the blue light of the wireless key receiver starts to flash again. The blue light will go out after the wireless key is registered. Tips • The blue light of the wireless key receiver repeats this pattern: flashes twice and goes out for one second.
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Page 14: Using The Drive (Secure Mode)
Using the drive (secure mode) If you use the drive registered with wireless key, you need to perform the following procedures each time you connect the USB cable to the computer. Furthermore, you may also need to operate them as below status. •... -
Page 15: Deactivating The Security Function
Deactivating the security function If you want to deactivate the security function of the drive, follow the steps. Connect the drive to the computer and touch the wireless key receiver with the wireless key to unlock. Press the CANCEL button using a pointed object, such as ball-point pen. -
Page 16: Precautions
• Do not damage the cables. Precautions Cable damage can result in fire or electric shock. – When installing the product, do not Usage and storage place cables between the wall and a rack or shelf, where they could locations become pinched. -
Page 17: Maintenance
USB cable or turn off the computer. Cleaning the cabinet Doing so can result in loss of data or data corruption. Sony will not accept • Wipe the outside of the drive with a any liability for data loss or data soft, dry cloth. -
Page 18: Getting Help
Getting Help Specifications This section provides information on how Drive to get help and support from Sony, and troubleshooting tips for your hard disk Capacity drive. Approx. 40 GB Format NTFS About Sony’s support Revolutions per minute options 4200 rpm... - Page 19 Operating environment Operating temperature 41°F to 95°F (5°C to 35°C) (temperature gradient less than 18°F (10°C)/hour) Operating humidity 20% to 80% (no condensation), provided that humidity is less than 65% at 95°F (35°C) (hygrometer reading of less than 84°F (29°C)) Storage temperature –4°F to 140°F (–20°C to 60°C) (temperature gradient less than 18°F (10°C)/hour)
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Page 20: If You Lose A Wireless Key/If The Wireless Key Is Broken
(page 12). Note When you replace a wireless key (by ordering from the Sony dealer where you purchased this product or a Sony service representative in your area), be sure to handle the wireless key you still have with care. -
Page 21: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting If a problem occurs during operation of the unit, refer to the information provided in this section. If the problem persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer. For contact information, see “Getting Help” on page 18. Also refer to the manuals provided with your computer. - Page 22 Symptom Cause/Remedy Data read/write c The drive does not function correctly with old versions of failure. Windows that have been upgraded. c The drive has been shaken or bumped. Place the drive in a flat, stable position. c If you are using more than one USB device, disconnect all USB devices from the computer, and then connect the drive directly to the computer so that it is the only device connected.