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  • Page 1 Seagate Backup Plus Portable User Manual Model: Hier klicken, um eine aktuelle Online-Version  dieses Dokuments aufzurufen. Auch finden Sie hier die aktuellsten Inhalte sowie erweiterbare Illustrationen, eine übersichtlichere Navigation sowie Suchfunktionen.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Windows 5 Safely Remove Seagate Backup Plus Portable From Your Computer ....................
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  • Page 4: Introduction

    Minimum system requirements Ports You can connect your Seagate device to a computer with a USB-A (USB 3.0 or USB 2.0) port. Opera ng system Windows® 7 or higher macOS®...
  • Page 5: Getting Started

    Ge ng Started Connect the USB cable Use the Micro B to USB-A cable to connect Backup Plus to a computer’s USB-A port (USB 3.0 or USB 2.0). Getting Started 9/22/23...
  • Page 6: Set Up Seagate Backup Plus

    Set up Seagate Backup Plus Getting Started 9/22/23...
  • Page 7: Start Here

    The setup process lets you: Register your Seagate Backup Plus Get the most from your drive with easy access to information and support. Install Toolkit Set up sync folders, backup plans, and more. Your computer must be connected to the internet to register your device and install Toolkit.
  • Page 8: Download Toolkit

    Enter your information and click Register. Download Toolkit Click the button. Download Install Toolkit Getting Started 9/22/23...
  • Page 9 Click on the file to launch the application. SeagateToolkit.exe Open the file. Click on the to launch the SeagateToolkit.zip Seagate Toolkit Installer application. Your computer must be connected to the internet to install and run Toolkit.  Getting Started 9/22/23...
  • Page 10: Use Toolkit To Set Up Backups And More

    Formatting erases everything on the storage device. Seagate highly recommends that you  back up all data on your storage device before performing the steps below. Seagate is not responsible for any data lost due to formatting, partitioning, or using a Seagate storage device.
  • Page 11: Optional Formatting And Partitioning

    Mac OS Extended (HFS+)—The native hard drive file system for macOS. Windows cannot natively read or write to HFS+ (journaled) volumes. This is the best format if you intend to use Seagate Backup Plus with Time Machine. APFS (Apple File System)—An Apple file system optimized for solid state drives (SSDs) and flash-based storage systems.
  • Page 12: Toolkit Optimize

    Formatting erases everything on the storage device. Seagate highly recommends that you  back up all data on your storage device before performing the steps below. Seagate is not responsible for any data lost due to formatting, partitioning, or using a Seagate storage device.
  • Page 13  macOS starting version 10.13—Make sure to select the disk and not just the volume. If you don’t see two entries listed in the sidebar, change the view in disk utility to show both the drive and the volume. The view button is in the upper left side of the Disk Utility window. Change the view to Show All Devices.
  • Page 14: Mac

    2. On the sidebar, go to Devices and locate the drive you want to eject. Click the eject symbol to the right of the drive name. 3. Once the device disappears from the sidebar or, the Finder window closes, you can disconnect the interface cable from your Mac. Eject via Desktop Safely Remove Seagate Backup Plus Portable From Your 9/22/23...
  • Page 15: Eject Via Desktop

    1. Select the desktop icon for your device and drag it to the Trash. 2. When the device icon is no longer visible on your desktop, you can physically disconnect the device from your Mac. Safely Remove Seagate Backup Plus Portable From Your 9/22/23...
  • Page 16: Frequently Asked Questions

    A: If your hard drive is connected to a Hi-Speed 2.0 port or hub, the inferior performance is normal. Seagate Backup Plus performance will improve when it is connected to a USB 3.1 port or a SuperSpeed USB 3.0 port. Otherwise, the device operates at slower USB transfer rates.
  • Page 17: Problem: The Provided Usb Cables Are Too Short

    Q: Can I use my hard drive with a longer cable? A: Yes, provided it is certified according to USB standards. However, Seagate recommends using the cable shipped with your hard drive for the best results. If you use a longer cable and experience problems with detection, transfer rates or disconnection, use the original cable included with your hard drive.
  • Page 18 An unusual icon next to the hard drive can reveal a problem. For example, instead of the normal icon based on the type of device, it has an exclamation point, question mark or an X. Right click this icon and then choose Properties.
  • Page 19 Product Name Regulatory Model Number Seagate Backup Plus SRD0VN3 Portable Seagate Backup Plus Slim SRD0VN2 China RoHS China RoHS 2 refers to the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology Order No. 32, effective July 1, 2016, titled Management Methods for the Restriction of the Use of Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Products.
  • Page 20 CNS 15663, Guidance to reduction of the restricted chemical substances in electrical and electronic equipment. Beginning on January 1, 2018, Seagate products must comply with the “Marking of presence” requirements in Section 5 of CNS 15663. This product is Taiwan RoHS compliant.

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