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Congratulations on purchasing SimpleDrive
from SimpleTech.
SimpleDrive is the easiest way to add reliable, high
capacity external storage to your computer. SimpleDrive
works with virtually any PC-compatible computer with a
USB port, running Microsoft
2.0 compliant/USB 1.1 compatible—delivering data transfer speeds up to 480 megabits per second.
In addition to the USB interface, SimpleDrive Deluxe models have an IEEE 1394a/FireWire
compliant interface for even greater flexibility.
What's Included
• SimpleDrive external disk drive (pre-loaded with ArcSoft
software)
• AC adapter and power cord
• USB 2.0 cable
• FireWire 400 cable (SimpleDrive Deluxe only)
• Quick Start guide
• Warranty card
If any item is missing or damaged, contact your local reseller or retailer for replacement.
This user guide includes instructions on connecting and using the SimpleDrive disk drive with Windows
and computers. You may also want to consult your computer's user manual to determine if there are
additional instructions related to the installation and use of USB and FireWire
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- Page 1 If any item is missing or damaged, contact your local reseller or retailer for replacement. This user guide includes instructions on connecting and using the SimpleDrive disk drive with Windows and computers. You may also want to consult your computer’s user manual to determine if there are additional instructions related to the installation and use of USB and FireWire devices.
- Page 2 Disclaimers SimpleTech, Inc. does not warrant that the software will work in all environments and applications, and makes no warranty or representation, either implied or expressed, with respect to the quality, performance, merchantability, or fitness for a particular purpose.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Visual Tour..........................2 Using SimpleDrive........................3 Connecting SimpleDrive ...................... 3 Formatting SimpleDrive ....................... 4 Viewing Files on SimpleDrive ....................4 Reading the Capacity Meter ....................5 Using the One-Click™ Backup Button ................. 5 Disconnecting SimpleDrive ....................6 Using TotalMedia Backup & Record..................7 Installing TotalMedia Backup &... - Page 4 Restoring Your Data......................17 Restoring Data From a CD/DVD ...................17 Restoring Data From a Hard Drive................19 Technical Support From SimpleTech ..................21 Specifications ........................22...
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Page 5: System Requirements
Additional space is also required for Windows Media Player and DirectX installation. NSTALLATION No tools or special equipment are required to install your SimpleDrive. Just connect the drive to an available USB or FireWire 400 port on your computer. Windows automatically installs the files needed to use the drive. -
Page 6: Visual Tour
SimpleDrive to the USB port on your computer. DC-In Power Port Use this port to connect the AC power adapter. FireWire 400 Port (SimpleDrive Deluxe models only) Use this port to connect SimpleDrive to the high-speed Firewire 400 port on your computer. Visual Tour... -
Page 7: Using Simpledrive
SING IMPLE RIVE Connecting SimpleDrive Connect SimpleDrive to your computer using either the USB or FireWire 400 port. SimpleDrive does not support simultaneous use of both ports. Connect one end of the provided USB or FireWire cable to the corresponding... -
Page 8: Formatting Simpledrive
Formatting SimpleDrive SimpleDrive is preformatted as an NTFS volume. If you plan to use SimpleDrive in Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, XP and Vista environments, consider creating two partitions on the drive—a FAT 32 volume to support Windows 98SE and Me, and a second larger NTFS partition for Windows 2000, XP, and Vista. -
Page 9: Reading The Capacity Meter
Checking the capacity meter is a quick way to see how much storage space is available on your SimpleDrive drive. When power is applied to SimpleDrive, the capacity meter illuminates giving you a visual indication of the amount of available storage on the drive. -
Page 10: Disconnecting Simpledrive
Disconnecting SimpleDrive One of the great features of USB and FireWire is that you can disconnect SimpleDrive while your computer is turned on. However, to avoid damaging the files on the drive and other USB or FireWire devices, you should shut SimpleDrive down before disconnecting it. -
Page 11: Using Totalmedia Backup & Record
ECORD ™ Installing TotalMedia Backup & Record Go to the root directory on your SimpleDrive external disk drive, and then double-click Setup.exe to launch the TotalMedia Backup & Record installation wizard. Open the drop-down box, select your preferred interface language, and then click OK. -
Page 12: Starting Totalmedia Backup & Record
Starting TotalMedia Backup & Record To start TotalMedia Backup & Record, click Start, All Programs, ArcSoft TotalMedia Backup & Record, and then TotalMedia Backup & Record. TotalMedia Backup & Record allows you to back up your personal files and folders. It cannot be used to create a bootable backup of your operating system or to backup system settings, operating system files or programs. -
Page 13: Backing Up Media Files
Backing Up Media Files 1 Place the cursor over the Back up option. 2 Click Photo, Video, Music. 3 Select the type of media files you want to back up. 4 Choose the type of backup you want to perform. 5 Click Next. - Page 14 6 Specify the backup destination. • To backup to a CD/DVD, select your CD/DVD drive. • To backup to SimpleDrive, select Hard Drive, and then click Browse to locate the drive. 7 Click Back up. Using ArcSoft® TotalMedia Backup & Record™...
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Page 15: Backing Up Personal Documents
Backing Up Personal Documents 1 Place the cursor over the Back up option. 2 Click Personal Documents. 3 Select the type of documents you want to back up. 4 Choose the type of backup you want to perform. 5 Click Next. Using ArcSoft®... - Page 16 6 Specify the backup destination. • To backup to a CD/DVD, select your CD/DVD drive. • To backup to SimpleDrive, select Hard Drive, and then click Browse to locate the drive. 7 Click Back up. Using ArcSoft® TotalMedia Backup & Record™...
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Page 17: Selecting Specific Folders To Back Up
Selecting Specific Folders to Back Up 1 Place the cursor over the Back up option. 2 Click Advanced Backup. 3 Select the files and folders you want to back up. 4 Click Next. Using ArcSoft® TotalMedia Backup & Record™... - Page 18 5 Specify the backup destination. • To backup to a CD/DVD, select your CD/DVD drive. • To backup to SimpleDrive, select Hard Drive, and then click Browse to locate the drive. 6 Choose the type of backup you want to perform.
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Page 19: Scheduling Periodic Backups
Scheduling Periodic Backups 1 Place the cursor over the Back up option. 2 Click Schedule Backup. 3 Select the type of backup you want to schedule, and then click Next. 4 In the window that appears, select the files and folders you want to backup, then click Next. Using ArcSoft®... - Page 20 5 Specify the backup destination. • To backup to a CD/DVD, select your CD/DVD drive. • To backup to SimpleDrive, select Hard Drive, and then click Browse to locate the drive. 6 Set the backup schedule. • How Often • When •...
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Page 21: Restoring Your Data
Restoring Your Data Restoring Data From a CD/DVD 1 Place the cursor over the Restore option. 2 Click Restore From CD/DVD. 3 Insert your backup CD/DVD into the computer’s CD/DVD drive. 4 Click OK. Using ArcSoft® TotalMedia Backup & Record™... - Page 22 Click Next to start the start the TotalMedia Backup & Record Restore Utility. Follow the on screen instructions to restore the backup files to your computer. Using ArcSoft® TotalMedia Backup & Record™...
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Page 23: Restoring Data From A Hard Drive
Restoring Data From a Hard Drive 1 Place the cursor over the Restore option. 2 Click Restore From Hard Drive. 3 Select the backup containing the files you want to restore. 4 Click Open. Using ArcSoft® TotalMedia Backup & Record™... - Page 24 Click Next to start the start the TotalMedia Backup & Record Restore Utility. Follow the on screen instructions to restore the backup files to your computer. Using ArcSoft® TotalMedia Backup & Record™...
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Page 25: Technical Support From Simpletech
UPPORT IMPLE SimpleTech Technical Support provides customer support for the duration of the warranty period on this product, Monday through Friday from 6:30 am until 5:30 pm Pacific Standard Time. You can contact our Technical Support team through our Web site, by e-mail or by phone. -
Page 26: Specifications
Interface USB 2.0 compliant, 1.1 compatible; FireWire 400, 1394b compliant, 1394a compatible) Interface Transfer Rate USB 2.0: Up to 480 MB/sec; FireWire 400: Up to 400 MB/sec (SimpleDrive Deluxe only) Power External AC power adapter; 100/220V, 50/60 Hz AC input, 1.5 Vdc output Operating Temperature 41°... - Page 27 When shipping the defective hard drive, the disk enclosure seal must be intact (not broken). If the drive enclosure seal has been broken, the warranty will be voided and any warranty claims for such drive will not be accepted by SimpleTech and the product will be returned to the customer. The only exception to this rule is that a hard drive under warranty may be returned with a broken seal, if the seal was broken by a commercial data recovery company for the sole purpose of retrieving critical data.
- Page 28 Tel: (949) 476-1180 The SimpleTech name, logo and design are registered trademarks and Fax: (949) 476-1209 SimpleDrive is a trademark of SimpleTech, Inc. All other product and corporate Web: www.simpletech.com names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
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