Maxtor Shared Storage Plus+ User Manual page 12

5. If it is a private account, enter the password and click OK.
A shortcut to the shared folder for this user account will appear on the
desktop of your Macintosh.
Note: If you are already connected to an account and want to connect
to another account on your Shared Storage Drive, you do not need to
select the drive (step 3, above). If you are setting up your Shared
Storage Drive for the first time, you will need to create a user account.
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Maxtor Quick Start Help
Help can be accessed from:
• The Help Button located on the Quick Start Main Menu.
• The Help Menu located at the top of the desktop.
When selecting one of these options, the Help Menu is displayed.
Create and Use Shared Folders
User Account Types
Public
With a public account, all of your files are accessible to anyone who has
an account on your Shared Storage Drive.
Private
With a private account, all of your files are password-protected except
for those which you place in your "Public" folder to share with others.