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Hard Disk Drive VGP-UHDM10 Operating Instructions http://www.sony.net/ 2006 Sony Corporation / Printed in Japan 2-897-915-11 (1)
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For questions regarding your product or for the Sony To avoid electrical shock, do not Customer Information Service Center nearest you, call 1-888-476-6972 in the United States or 1-800- open the cabinet.
Make sure to backup the data of the hard disk About the power management drive. If the data cannot be restored as a result of function (power save function) ... 11 hard disk trouble, Sony will not accept any liability whatsoever. Disconnecting the drive from the computer ........12 On battery replacement Using Security Function .......
Overview The VGP-UHDM10 is a hard disk drive that is compatible with USB2.0 interface. The drive has the following features: • A 2.5 inch, approx. 100 GB hard disk drive with a maximum transfer rate of 43.7 Mbytes per second. •...
Compatible computers The drive can be used in conjunction with the following USB 1.1/2.0 compatible computers. (As of October 2006) • Sony VAIO computers, IBM PC/AT compatible computes, computers with Windows 2000 or Windows XP preinstalled. Notes • This drive is only supported by computers with the Windows 2000 and Windows XP operating system preinstalled, and is not compatible with older computers running operating systems that have been upgraded to Windows 2000 and Windows XP.
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.
Getting Started Installing the batteries Turn the drive bottom side up. Slide the battery compartment lid out 1 and then open it up Be sure to line up the + and - of the batteries and insert the two supplied size AA (LR6) alkaline batteries. Notes To avoid battery leakage or corrosion, be sure to do the following: •...
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Close the battery compartment lid. Tip: Replacing the batteries Replace the batteries soon if the BATT indicator flashes. A malfunction may occur if you keep using the weak batteries. Alkaline batteries are recommended. Battery life (alkaline battery): Under usual use*: approx. 3 months Battery life may vary depending on condition of use.
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. If you connect the drive with the computer for the first time, it takes time for a while to recognize the drive.
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.
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.
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.
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. Turn on the computer and connect the drive using the USB cable (page 10).
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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.
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 also need to operate them as below status. •...
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. Turn the drive bottom side up and open the lid, then press the CANCEL button.
and unplug the drive from the power Precautions source. Furthermore, if you hear thunder, do not touch the drive or the computer. Usage and storage • Do not damage the cables. locations Cable damage can result in fire or electric shock. •...
• Make sure connectors are securely Sony will not accept any liability connected. whatsoever. Do not allow metal objects to fall inside the connectors. If a short circuit occurs Transportation between the pins in the connectors, fire or damage to the equipment may result.
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. 100 GB The capacity that can be recognized when Windows starts is about 93 GB.
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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)
(page 14). 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.
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 20. Also refer to the manuals provided with your computer.
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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.