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Digital Foci DataPocket DPK-250 User Manual

Ultra-slim pocket-sized hard drive with smart backup
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  • Page 1 DataPocket User’s Guide...
  • Page 2 Inc. make any commitment to update the information contained herein. ©2005 Digital Foci, Inc. All rights reserved. This publication is intended for sole use by the owner of the associated device. Neither this publication nor any part of this publication may be printed and distributed, electronically distributed, reproduced, translated, or reduced to any other electronic medium or machine readable form without the prior written permission of Digital Foci, Inc.
  • Page 3 Device. Any unauthorized or improper use of the Device may cause your warranty to become void. If there is a problem or defect with your Device, please contact Digital Foci, Inc. Disclaimer This limited warranty is the only warranty Digital Foci, Inc. makes for the Device.
  • Page 4 Caring for Your DataPocket To keep DataPocket in good condition and working properly, follow these basic guidelines: • Do not drop, jar, bump, shock or expose DataPocket to severe vibration. • Do not handle or shake DataPocket while data is being transferred. •...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Welcome! ...7 1.1. System Requirements ... 7 1.2. Package Contents... 7 DataPocket Basics...8 2.1. Ways to Use DataPocket... 8 2.2. DataPocket Layout ... 8 2.3. Connecting DataPocket to Your Computer... 9 2.4. Safely Removing DataPocket from Your Computer... 10 Using DataPocket Smart Backup Utility (Windows only) ...12 3.1.

  • Page 6: Welcome

    1. Welcome! Congratulations on purchasing your DataPocket – ultra-slim pocket-sized hard drive with Smart Backup. DataPocket is the perfect solution for your data management needs. Use DataPocket to create personalized backup tasks and run regular backups with the simple push of DataPocket’s Smart Backup Button.

  • Page 7: Datapocket Basics

    2. DataPocket Basics 2.1. Ways to Use DataPocket DataPocket can help manage your data in many different ways. You can use DataPocket to: • Set up custom backup tasks with DataPocket Smart Backup Utility and run regular backups with just a push of the Smart Backup Button. •...

  • Page 8: Connecting Datapocket To Your Computer

    DataPocket User’s Guide 2.3. Connecting DataPocket to Your Computer DataPocket is powered via your computer USB Port and does not require external power.* Use the USB cable included with your DataPocket to connect DataPocket to your computer. This is a special USB cable that has a Power Only USB connector. Under normal circumstances you will not need to use this additional USB connector.

  • Page 9: Safely Removing Datapocket From Your Computer

    DataPocket User’s Guide Once connected, your computer will automatically recognize** DataPocket and display it as a Hard Disk Drive on your computer. After DataPocket is recognized by your computer, you can use it just as you would use your computer’s internal hard drive. Note: The drive letter for DataPocket may vary depending on your computer configuration.
  • Page 10 ‘Safely Remove Hardware’ label. 2. Left-click on this icon and you will see a listing that says, ‘Safely remove USB Mass Storage Device - Drive(E). Note: The actual drive letter may vary depending on your computer configuration.

  • Page 11: Using Datapocket Smart Backup Utility (Windows Only)

    3. Using DataPocket Smart Backup Utility (Windows only) DataPocket comes with DataPocket Smart Backup Utility that lets you create multiple, customized Smart Backup tasks. After creating your Smart Backup tasks, all you need to do is press the Smart Backup Button on DataPocket to run the backups.

  • Page 12: Accessing Datapocket Smart Backup Utility Configuration Menu

    DataPocket User’s Guide 3.2. Accessing DataPocket Smart Backup Utility Configuration Menu Make sure that DataPocket is connected to your computer and powered on. Locate the DataPocket Smart Backup Utility icon in the icon tray at the lower right hand corner of your screen. Double-click on the icon to open the main configuration screen of DataPocket Smart Backup Utility.

  • Page 13: Datapocket Smart Backup Utility Window Flow

    DataPocket User’s Guide 3.3. DataPocket Smart Backup Utility Window Flow The following diagram explains the DataPocket Smart Backup Utility window flow: Page 14 Revision 1.3...

  • Page 14: Managing Your Backup Task List

    DataPocket User’s Guide 3.4. Managing Your Backup Task List From DataPocket Smart Backup Utility main window: 1. Select the DataPocket hard drive. This is the Disk## entry with an asterisk (*). 2. Click on ‘Task List’ to open the Manage Backup Tasks window. •...

  • Page 15: Adding, Editing, And Deleting Backup Tasks

    DataPocket User’s Guide 3.5. Adding, Editing, and Deleting Backup Tasks You can add, edit, and delete your backup tasks from the Manage Backup Tasks window using the buttons on the right side of the window. 3.5.1. Adding and editing backup tasks To add a new task, click ‘Add Task’...
  • Page 16 Using the Task Settings window: 1. Specify the Computer Directory. Either type the directory path in the Computer Directory field or click ‘Browse’ to search for the desired directory. 2. Specify the DataPocket Directory. Either type the directory path in the DataPocket Directory field or click ‘Browse’...
  • Page 17 DataPocket User’s Guide 3.5.2. Deleting backup tasks From the Manage Backup Tasks window: To delete an existing task, select the task to be deleted and click ‘Delete Task’. To delete all your existing backup tasks and start from a blank list, click ‘Clear List’.

  • Page 18: Selecting Active And Inactive Tasks

    DataPocket User’s Guide 3.6. Selecting Active and Inactive Tasks With DataPocket, you can select to have certain tasks active and other tasks inactive. This way, you can create different backup tasks for different situations and run them only when the need arises. Open the Active Task List window by clicking the ‘Active Task’...

  • Page 19: Running Your Task List

    DataPocket User’s Guide 3.7. Running Your Task List There are two ways to run your DataPocket Smart Backup. 1) By pressing the Smart Backup Button on DataPocket. Smart Backup Button 2) By clicking ‘Run’ from DataPocket Smart Backup Utility. Page 20 Revision 1.3...
  • Page 20 DataPocket User’s Guide Once the DataPocket Smart Backup is complete, you will see the following confirmation screen. Warning: DO NOT disconnect the USB cable while data is being transferred between DataPocket and your computer. Unplugging DataPocket while data is being transferred may crash your computer and cause data loss.

  • Page 21: Powering Datapocket

    4. Powering DataPocket DataPocket is powered by the USB Port on your computer and in normal situations does not require external power. However, in some cases, your computer may not be able to provide sufficient power. Possible situations that may cause insufficient power are: •...
  • Page 22 2) Use a compatible external power adapter. AC Adapter Jack AC Adapter Specifications Output Voltage: DC 5V Output Current: 2.0A Plug length: 0.38” (9.6 mm) Inner hole: 1.3∅ Outer hole: 3.5∅ Warning: DO NOT use a power adapter that is over DC 5V. Doing so may severely damage DataPocket and your computer.

  • Page 23: Installing Windows 98 Driver

    5. Installing Windows 98 Driver Driver installation is required for computers running on Windows 98/SE. To install the DataPocket driver for Windows 98 follow these steps: 1. Close all programs running on your computer. 2. Insert DataPocket Resource Disc into your computer CD-ROM drive. 3.

  • Page 24: Backup Tips And Techniques

    6. Backup Tips and Techniques 6.1. Recommended Backup Schedules It is a good habit to back up your important pictures, music, videos, documents, programs, and other files as often as possible. Since it is easy to forget running regular backups, here are some recommendations that will help you establish a regular backup routine.

  • Page 25: Recommended Backup Techniques

    6.2. Recommended Backup Techniques Here are some useful backup techniques to help you get the most out of your DataPocket Smart Backup tasks: Include a date code in the name of the backup folder: This will help you identify the dates of the backup you make on DataPocket. Also, it gives you a convenient way to sort your backups by date on your computer.
  • Page 26 Group your backups by date or by name: If you prefer to have all your backups grouped by date, put the 6-digit YYMMDD date code in the front of the backup folder name. If you prefer to view your backups grouped by name, put the date code at the end. Use special characters to organize your backup folder listing: In addition to using numbers and letters, you can also use punctuation marks to make selected folders appear at the top of the list.

  • Page 27: Frequently Asked Questions

    7. Fr equently Asked Questions My computer only has USB 1.1 ports available. Can I still use D • Yes, Data Pocket is backward compatible with USB 1.1. What happens when DataPocket runs out of hard drive space during a back •...

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting And Technical Support

    8. Troubles hooting and Technical Support My com puter does not recognize DataPocket. • Make sure that the Main USB connector is properly connected to your computer and the Mini USB connector is properly connected to DataPocket. If you connect the Power Only USB connector to your computer, DataPocket will not function properly.
  • Page 29 Support Contact If you a re still having troubles using your Da . te hnical support at support@digitalfoci.com. Revision 1.3 DataPocket User’s Guide disconnected from your computer. cket from Your Computer on page taPocket, please contact Digital Foci, Page 30...

  • Page 30: Appendix

    Operating temperature Storage temperature Humidity Revision 1.3 DataPocket User’s Guide DPK-250 Up to 80GB (2.5” HDD) USB 2.0 (compatible with USB 1.1) USB 2.0: up to 480 Mbps USB 1.1: up to 12 Mbps USB bus-powered (or external DC 5V/2A) Windows 98/SE, 2000, ME, XP Home/Pro Macintosh OS 9.x and 10.0.x and higher...
  • Page 31 Installed correctly, it probably will not interf uarantee the absence of interference. t approval from Digital Foci, Inc., your device may v ns may cause the FCC to void your rights to nce, power off and on the device while y n the dev ice is causing interference.
  • Page 32 3111 Via Mondo, Rancho Dominguez, California, United States 90221 Copyright 2005 Digital Foci, Inc. All rights reserved.

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