Freecom Mobile Drive Manuel utilisateur
Rev. 614
MANUAL
MOBILE DRIVE
EXTERNAL MOBILE HARD DRIVE /2.5 " /USB 2.0
WIN & MAC
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Freecom Mobile Drive
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Thank you for choosing the Freecom Mobile Drive as an external hard drive. For
optimal use and performance we advise you to read this manual carefully before using
this product.
Freecom Technologies • Germany
www.freecom.com
Contents of the box
Please check the contents of the box; the following items should be included:
• Freecom Mobile Drive (external hard drive)*
• USB cable (A to mini B)
• "USB-Power-to-USB" Cable
• CD with manual, application software and safety manual
• Quick Install Guide
* Operation without power pack possible, power supply occurs over the USB port.
In case the device does not supply sufficient power through the USB port, an adapter can be ordered free of
charge at www.freecom.com.
Warning !
All rights reserved. The products named in this manual are only used for identification
purposes and may be trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective companies.
This device was designed for home or office use.
Warning! This device is equipment complying with EN55022 class B.
Freecom cannot be made liable for any damages, loss of data or damage following thereof
-whatsoever (including, without limitation, damages for loss of business profits, business
interruption, loss of business information, or other pecuniary loss) arising out of the use of
or inability to use this Freecom product, even if Freecom has been advised of the possibility
of such damages.
We reserve the right to upgrade our products in keeping with technological advances.
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User manual
General Information ...........................................................................................................page 4
Precautionary measures....................................................................................................page 5
Freecom Mobile Drive external hard drive ................................................................page 6
Chapter 1:
Installation of the Freecom Personal Media Suite Software (PC) .....................page 7
Chapter 2:
Hardware installation .........................................................................................................page 12
Chapter 3:
Driver installation ................................................................................................................page 13
Chapter 4:
Daily use of the Freecom Mobile Drive with
Freecom Personal Media Suite software (PC) .......................................................... page 13
Chapter 5:
The User Interface of the Freecom Personal Media Suite (PC only) ................page 14
Chapter 6:
Using the Freecom Backup Software........................................................................... page 28
Chapter 7:
Partitioning your Freecom Mobile Drive .................................................................... page 40
Chapter 8:
Troubleshooting ...................................................................................................................page 59
Table of Contents
© 2006 Freecom Technologies
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The following hardware and software requirements must be fulfilled to ensure trouble-
free operation.
Hardware Requirements
In order to use the Freecom Mobile Drive , following components are needed:
• Intel/AMD CPU 700 MHz or higher
• 256 MB RAM or higher
• CD-ROM drive for installing software
• Available USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 port*
• Internet connection for online warranty registration and driver/software updates
and downloads
Software Requirements
• Windows 2000
• Windows XP
Mac
• iMac, iBook, Mac G3/G4/G5 or Power Book G3/G4 with USB interface
• Operating system: Mac OS X v10.1 or higher
* USB 2.0 is downwards compatible to USB 1.1. To achieve optimal performance from the Freecom Mobile Drive
your PC should be equipped with an USB 2.0 port. USB 2.0 PCI Host Controllers are separately available at
www.freecom.com.
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General Information
Precautionary measures
To ensure that your Freecom Mobile Drive functions properly, please take note of the
following precautions. If these are not followed, you may void your warranty and
damage the Freecom Mobile Drive.
• Safely remove the Freecom Mobile Drive via your operating system (the "unplug or
eject hardware" option in the Windows taskbar) before disconnecting the USB cable or
powercableand before switching off the device. Failing todosomayresultindataloss.
• Do not drop the Freecom Mobile Drive or expose it to other kinds of sudden
mechanical shocks as this may result in data loss and damage to the Freecom Mobile
Drive.
• Do not use the Freecom Mobile Drive when the ambient temperature is below 10°C
or above 45°C.
• If the Freecom Mobile Drive is moved from a cool environment to a warmer environ-
ment, please allow the drive to acclimatize to the ambient temperature before
operating the device. Failing to do so may lead to condensation within the drive
enclosure, which in turn may cause the drive to malfunction.
• Do not place liquids or drinks on the Freecom Mobile Drive. When liquids are spilled
and get in contact with the electronics within the drive enclosure, it will damage the
drive and will cause the drive to malfunction.
• Do not use the Freecom Mobile Drive in a dusty environment. Dust inside the
enclosure may damage the internal electronics and result in drive malfunction.
• Opening the Freecom Mobile Drive will void the warranty.
• Since USB 2.0 is backwards compatible with USB 1.1, the Freecom Mobile Drive can
be connected to all USB ports. When connected to a USB 1.1 port, however, the
performance (data transfer rate) of the Freecom Mobile Drive will be much lower
than when the drive is connected to a USB 2.0 port.
• When using the Freecom Personal Media Suite software, please be aware that all files
in the SYNC folder on the Freecom Mobile Drive Freecom Mobile Drive are linked to
the original files on your PC or network. If you delete a file in the SYNC folder, its
original will be deleted during the next synchronization, too! To avoid this, you have
to ‘Split From Original’ the file prior to deleting it. Please refer to chapter 5 for further
information on Freecom SYNC and Microsoft Briefcase.
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Freecom Mobile Drive external hard drive
The hi-speed data transfer through the USB 2.0 interface makes it ideally suitable for
data-storage, file sharing, backup, archiving, audio playback and all applications that
need fast file access.
For your convenience, the Freecom Mobile Drive has been partitioned (1 partition) and
pre-formatted (FAT32 file system). The FAT32 format ensures maximum interchange-
ability of the Freecom Mobile Drive between different computers. Should you choose to
format the Freecom Mobile Drive in another file system (e.g. NTFS), please be aware of
possible problems when connecting the Freecom Mobile Drive to another computer
than the one you used for formatting.
Recommended sequence of installation
1. Install Freecom Personal Media Suite Software. (PC)
2. Connect theinterface cable to thedrive. Plug theinterfacecable intothe appropriateslot
of your computer.
Please refer to chapters 1-5 for a detailed description of the hardware and software
installation.
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Installation of the Freecom software
Chapter 1: Installation of the Freecom software (PC only)
If you want to use the SYNC function of the Freecom Personal Media Suite software, you
need to install the Freecom Personal Media Suite software first.
Note: To use the functions of the Freecom Personal Media Suite de-
scribed in this handbook, your Freecom Mobile Drive has to be con-
nected to your PC.
1.1 Installation of the Freecom Personal Media Suite
1. Insert the Freecom Mobile Drive Software & Manual CD into your CD drive. The
Freecom start menu opens:
In case the software does not open automatically, please click on "Start.exe" in the
main directory of the CD.
2. Click on "Software Installation" and then "Personal Media Suite". The installation of
the Freecom Personal Media Suite starts now. Follow the instructions on the screen,
confirm with "Next" in order to continue with the installation.
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3. Please read the license agreement carefully. To accept the license agreement,
confirm with "Yes". Note: Clicking on "No" ends the installation. Select the target
folder and program folder in the start menu in which the Freecom Personal Media
Suite symbol is to appear.
4. Default target folder is C:\Programs\Freecom Personal Media Suite. You can select a
different target folder for the program files by selecting another folder on your Freecom
Mobile Drive.
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5. In the dialogue "Options" you can select whether to create a link to the Freecom
Personal Media Suite Software on the desktop and whether the program should be
started automatically when starting Windows. It is recommended to select both
options for better operation of the Freecom Personal Media Suite.
6. Click on "Next" to start the installation. All necessary program files are now written
on the Freecom Mobile Drive of your computer.
7. In the last window, you will be asked whether you want to start Freecom Personal
Media Suite now. It is recommended to select this option so that you can configure
the software for your Freecom Mobile Drive. Please click on "Finish".
1.2 Deinstallation of the Freecom Personal Media Suite
In order to remove the Freecom Personal Media Suite from your computer, please
proceed as follows:
1. In the "Start" menu, please click on "Programs" - "Freecom Personal Media Suite".
2. Select "Uninstall Freecom Personal Media Suite". The software is now removed from
your computer.
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1.3 Installation of the Freecom Backup Software
1. Insert the Software & Manual CD into your CD drive. The Freecom start menu opens:
In case the software does not open automatically, please click on "Start.exe" in the
root directory of the CD.
2. Click on "Software Installation" and then "Backup Software". The installation of the
Freecom Backup Software is started then. Follow the instructions on the screen,
confirm with "Next" in order to continue with the installation.
3. Please read the licensing agreement carefully. To accept the licensing agreement,
confirm with "Yes". Note: Clicking on "No" ends the installation. Select the target
folder and program folder in the start menu in which the Freecom Backup Software
symbol is to appear.
4. Default target folder is C:\Programs\Freecom Backup Software. You can select a
different target folder for the program files by selecting another folder on your hard
disk.
5. In the "Options" dialogue you can select whether to create a link to the Freecom
Backup Software on the desktop and whether a symbol should by placed for the
programin the Quick Launch bar. It isrecommended to select bothoptions for better
operation of the Freecom Backup Software.
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