User manual SEAGATE PERSONAL STORAGE 3000LE INSTALLATION FOR MAC

[. . . ] · DO NOT set the device on its side as it may fall over and damage the internal hard drive. · DO NOT remove any cables or power without properly disconnecting the device via your operating system ­ as this may cause data loss and possible damage to the internal hard drive. Connect the female end of the power cord into the power adapter (Figure 2). For your convenience, Maxtor has formatted the 3000LE with one large PC-DOS file structure. Go to the folder where you have saved the Maxtor Utilities files and double-click on the "Maxtor Utilities" icon. [. . . ] Maxtor may make changes or improvements in the product(s) described in this publication at any time and without notice. This product tested to comply with FCC standards for home or office use. Other brands or products are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Personal Storage 3000LE Installation Software for Macintosh and Windows ©20 01 . A/Mac Personal Storage 3000LE Installation Guide for Windows 1 Pre Installation 3 Hardware Installation 4 Windows PC Software Setup Thank You Thank you for selecting the Maxtor Personal Storage 3000LE. Please follow these installation instructions to reap the full benefits of your purchase. Personal Storage Installation To connect your new Maxtor Personal Storage 3000LE to your computer, please follow these simple steps. If these steps are not performed in order, the 3000LE may not function properly. Windows Millennium/2000/XP Maxtor has completely setup your new Personal Storage 3000LE with one large FAT32 partition. Plug the larger end of the USB cable into any USB port on your computer. Windows will detect the "USB Mass Storage Device" and install the drivers for it. You are now ready to use your new Maxtor Personal Storage 3000LE. USB Backward Compatibility The Maxtor Personal Storage 3000LE is backward compatible and can be used with current computer systems with built-in USB 1. 1 ports. If your computer does not have USB 2. 0 support built in, a USB 2. 0 PCI adapter card is required to achieve USB 2. 0 data transfer rates. Power Cord Connections 1. Ensure that your computer is turned on and is running one of the required operating systems. Plug the four-pin male connector with the flat side facing up into the back of the 3000LE's DC power-in connector (Figure 1). Figure 1 Power Connection Handling Precautions If these handling precautions are not followed, damage to the 3000LE may result and your warranty may become void. · DO NOT bump, jar or drop this device as it may cause loss of data. · DO NOT set the device on its side as it may fall over and damage the internal hard drive. · DO NOT remove any cables or power without properly disconnecting the device via your operating system ­ as this may cause data loss and possible damage to the internal hard drive. Connect the female end of the power cord into the power adapter (Figure 2). Windows 98SE Additional drivers are required to use the Maxtor Personal Storage 3000LE with Windows 98SE. Plug the larger end of the USB cable into any USB port on your computer. Windows will detect "USB Mass Storage Device. " You are now ready to use your new Maxtor Personal Storage 3000LE. Disconnecting the 3000LE Right click on the Windows Unplug or Eject Hardware icon in your system icon tray located at the bottom right corner of your screen. Hardware and Operating System Requirements for Windows PC · Pentium II-class equivalent processor or higher · 32MB of RAM · Available USB 1. 1* or USB 2. 0 port · Internet connection · CD-ROM drive · Windows 98 Second Edition, Windows Millennium, Windows 2000 or Windows XP * Upgrade to USB 2. 0 with a Maxtor USB 2. 0 Adapter Card (optional) Reattaching the 3000LE Figure 2 Power Adapter Connection 1. Plug the male connector from the power cord into your electrical wall outlet. Plug in the smaller end of the USB cable into the USB connection on the 3000LE. 5 4. [. . . ] The warranty applies only to the Maxtor products that can be identified by the Maxtor trademark, trade name, serial number or logo affixed to them. Maxtor does not warrant any product that is not manufactured by, for or with permission from Maxtor. This warranty is not applicable to: Abnormal wear and tear; Abuse, unreasonable use, mistreatment, or neglect; Damage caused during installation of the Product; Damage caused by the equipment or system with which the product is used; Damage caused by modification or repair not made or authorized by Maxtor; Product whose Maxtor Serial Number has been removed or defaced; Damage caused by liquids in the product case; Damage to the products' interface or power connectors; Damage caused by use of non-Maxtor packaging; Damage caused by improper or improperly used packaging; Products that are determined to be stolen. THIS WARRANTY AND REMEDIES SET FORTH ABOVE ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHERS, WHETHER ORAL OR WRITTEN, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. [. . . ]