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User’s Guide

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User’s Guide

Digital Foci, Inc. reserves the right to make improvements and/or changes to the products and programs

described in this User’s Guide at any time without notice. Please read the entire User’s Guide before operating

the device.

Digital Foci, Inc. assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions in this User’s Guide. Nor does Digital Foci,

Inc. make any commitment to update the information contained herein.

associated device. Neither this publication nor any part of this publication may be printed and distributed,

electronically distributed, reproduced, translated, or reduced to any other electronic medium or machine readable

form without the prior written permission of Digital Foci, Inc.

Digital Foci, Inc., 3111 Via Mondo, Rancho Dominguez, CA USA90221-5414

Trademarks

DataPocket and Digital Foci are trademarks of Digital Foci, Inc.

All names and products mentioned within this document are registered trademarks of their respective companies.

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Limited Warranty

As the original purchaser of this product, you receive these warranties from Digital

Foci, Inc.

Your DataPocket (hereafter referred to as “Device”) will be free from defects in

material and workmanship and will perform in substantial compliance with your user

documentation accompanying the Device for 1 year from the purchase date

providing proper use of the Device.

Your warranty rights will be honored so long as you read and follow your user

documentation for all aspects of operating the Device. Any unauthorized or improper

use of the Device may cause your warranty to become void.

If there is a problem or defect with your Device, please contact Digital Foci, Inc.

Disclaimer

This limited warranty is the only warranty Digital Foci, Inc. makes for the Device.

To the extent allowed by Law, no other warranty applies, whether expressed, implied,

or statutory, including any warranty of merchantability, of fitness for a particular

purpose, or of non-infringement. This warranty does not cover accidental damage,

wear and tear, or consequential or incidental loss. Under no conditions is Digital Foci,

Inc. liable for loss of or damage to, a computer; nor loss of, or damage to, programs,

records, or data; nor any consequential or incidental damages, even if Digital Foci,

Inc. has been informed of their possibility.

Additional Rights

Some states or countries do not allow exclusion or limitation of incidental or

consequential damages, or limitations on the length of an implied warranty, so the

above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you

specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to

state or country to country.

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Caring forYour DataPocket

To keep DataPocket in good condition and working properly, follow these basic

guidelines:

•Do not drop, jar, bump, shock or expose DataPocket to severe vibration.

•Do not handle or shake DataPocket while data is being transferred.

•Do not operate or store DataPocket in dusty environments.

•Do not leave DataPocket under direct sunlight, in a parked car, or in other

situations where the temperature may be above 140°F (60°C).

•To prevent risk of short circuit and damage, do not expose DataPocket to

liquids, precipitation or moisture.

•To avoid bodily injury or damage to internal components, do not take apart

DataPocket.

•Never force the USB cable if it does not plug in smoothly. Instead, examine

the head of the cable to make sure that the plug orientation is correct.

•Run file management tools such as Scan Disk and Disk Defragmentation

periodically to keep DataPocket performing at its best.

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Table of Contents

1. Welcome! ............................................................................................................................1

1.1. System Requirements...........................................................................................................1

1.2. Package Contents..................................................................................................................1

2. DataPocket Basics..............................................................................................................2

2.1. Ways to Use DataPocket.......................................................................................................2

2.2. DataPocket Layout...............................................................................................................2

2.3. Connecting DataPocket to Your Computer........................................................................3

2.4. Safely Removing DataPocket from Your Computer..........................................................4

3. Using DataPocket Smart Backup Utility (Windows only)................................................6

3.1. Installing DataPocket Smart Backup Utility......................................................................6

3.2. Accessing DataPocket Smart Backup Utility Configuration Menu.................................7

3.3. DataPocket Smart Backup Utility Window Flow..............................................................8

3.4. Managing Your Backup Task List.......................................................................................9

3.5. Adding, Editing, and Deleting Backup Tasks...................................................................10

3.6. Selecting Active and Inactive Tasks ..................................................................................13

3.7. Running Your Task List .....................................................................................................14

4. Powering DataPocket.......................................................................................................16

5. Installing Windows 98 Driver..........................................................................................18

6. Backup Tips and Techniques...........................................................................................19

6.1. Recommended Backup Schedules.....................................................................................19

6.2. Recommended Backup Techniques...................................................................................20

7. Frequently Asked Questions............................................................................................22

8. Troubleshooting and Technical Support.........................................................................23

9. Appendix...........................................................................................................................25

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1. Welcome!

Congratulations on purchasing your DataPocket – ultra-slim pocket-sized hard drive

with Smart Backup.

DataPocket is the perfect solution for your data management needs. Use DataPocket

to create personalized backup tasks and run regular backups with the simple push of

DataPocket’s Smart Backup Button. Its compact and lightweight design provides you

ultimate portability. DataPocket is powered via your computer USB Port and frees

you from having to carry around a cumbersome power adapter.

Let DataPocket help you conveniently back up your important data at home, at work,

and on the go; synchronize and transport files between multiple computers; as well

as carry your collection of music and photos with you right in your pocket.

1.1. System Requirements

1) Computer running any of the following operating systems:

oWindows®98/SE*, Windows 2000, Windows ME, Windows XP Home,

Windows XP Professional

oMacintosh™OS 9.x and OS 10.0.x or higher

oLinux OS kernel versions 2.4.x and higher

2) One available USB Port**

* For Windows 98/SE, a CD-ROM drive is required for driver installation.

** DataPocket will run on USB 1.1 ports. However, high speed transfer rates of up to 480Mbps

require a USB 2.0 port.

1.2. Package Contents

Before using your DataPocket, check that your package contains the following items:

•DataPocket

•USB cable

•Carrying case

•Resource Disc (includes DataPocket Smart Backup Utility software, User’s

Guide, Quick Start Guide, and Win 98 driver)

•User’s Guide

•Quick Start Guide

•Warranty card

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2. DataPocket Basics

2.1. Ways to Use DataPocket

DataPocket can help manage your data in many different ways. You can use

DataPocket to:

•Set up custom backup tasks with DataPocket Smart Backup Utility and run

regular backups with just a push of the Smart Backup Button.

•Bring DataPocket with you to back up important documents on business

trips.

•Restore lost files on your computer from your most recent backup.

•Transport and synchronize files between multiple computers.

•Archive important but infrequently accessed pictures, music, and other files.

•Carry your personal library of photos, music, and videos with you to share

with your friends.

•Transfer files between computers running different operating systems.

•Connect DataPocket to your computer and use it as an additional hard drive.

2.2. DataPocket Layout

AC Adapter Jack USB 2.0 Port Smart Backup Button

Power and Drive Activity LED Indicator

Solid Green – DataPocket is connected to your computer and powered on.

Flashing – Data is being transmitted between DataPocket and your computer.

Off – Data Pocket is off.

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2.3. Connecting DataPocket to Your Computer

DataPocket is powered via your computer USB Port and does not require external

power.*

Use the USB cable included with your DataPocket to connect DataPocket to your

computer. This is a special USB cable that has a Power Only USB connector. Under

normal circumstances you will not need to use this additional USB connector.

To connect DataPocket to your computer, plug in the USB connectors in the

following order:

1) Plug the Main USB connector to a free USB Port on your computer.

2) Plug the Mini-USB connector to the USB Port on DataPocket.

Mini-USB

Power Only USB

Main USB

(To Computer) (To DataPocket)

(To Computer)

*In some special cases, your computer USB Port may not be able to provide sufficient power for

DataPocket to function properly. See Section 4. Powering DataPocket for more details about this

condition.

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Once connected, your computer will automatically recognize** DataPocket and

display it as a Hard Disk Drive on your computer.

After DataPocket is recognized by your computer, you can use it just as you would use your

computer’s internal hard drive.

Note: The drive letter for DataPocket may vary depending on your computer configuration.

** For Windows 98/SE, a device driver must be installed before the computer can recognize

DataPocket. See Section 5. Installing Windows 98 Driver for instructions.

2.4. Safely Removing DataPocket from Your Computer

To properly remove DataPocket from your computer, disable the device before

unplugging it from your computer.

Warning:Unplugging DataPocket before properly disabling the device increases the risk of

disrupting data transmission between DataPocket and your computer. This may crash your computer

and cause data loss.

The method to disable DataPocket will vary based on the operating system of your

computer. Refer to the instruction manual of your computer for details on how to do

this.

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Disabling DataPocket in Windows XP:

1. Locate the ‘Safely Remove Hardware’icon in the icon tray at the lower right

hand corner of your computer screen. You can move the mouse pointer over the

icons until you see the ‘Safely Remove Hardware’label.

2. Left-click on this icon and you will see a listing that says, ‘Safely remove USB

Mass Storage Device - Drive(E).

Note:The actual drive letter may vary depending on your computer configuration.

3. Select this hardware device by left-clicking on the name.

4. You will see a confirmation message telling you that it is safe to remove

DataPocket. Click ‘OK’to confirm.

Note:DataPocket will not be disabled if it is being accessed by your computer. In such cases,

your computer will give you a warning telling you that DataPocket cannot be disabled. If this

happens, close all applications and windows that may be accessing DataPocket and repeat Step

#3.

5. Now it is safe to unplug DataPocket from your computer.

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