Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product VGP-UHDM08 Sony
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VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) 2005 Sony Corporation / Printed in Japan Hard Disk Dr iv e V GP-UHDM08 2-649-113- 11 (1) Operating Instructions http://www.
2 VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) W ARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. For customers in the U.S.A. Owner’s Record The model number and the serial number are located on the bottom of the drive.
3 VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) Table of Contents Overview ................................................ 4 Special features ............................... 5 Compatible computers ..................... 5 Supplied Accessories ...........................
4 VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) Overview The VGP-UHDM08 is a hard disk drive that is compatible with USB2.0 interface. The drive has the following features: •A 2.5 inch, approx. 80 * GB hard disk drive with a maximum transfer rate of 43.7 Mbytes per second.
5 Continued on next page VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) Special features Security function (page 13) You can lock/unlock the drive by registering the supplied wireless key. Notes Be sure not to lose the registered wireless keys. If both wireless keys are lost, your computer may not recognize the hard disk drive.
6 VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) Supplied Accessories After unpacking the hard disk drive, make sure that the accessories listed below are present. If anything is missing or damaged, contact the Sony dealer where you purchased this product or a Sony service representative in your area.
7 VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) Locating the Controls and Connectors Front 1 ! DC IN connector 2 USB connector 3 REGIST button 4 Wireless key receiver 5 POWER indicator 6 BATT indicator 7 ACCESS indicator 8 LOCK indicator 9 UNLOCK indicator Rear 0 CANCEL button 01GB02C01_UHDM08.
8 VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) Getting Started Installing the batteries 1 Turn the drive bottom side up. 2 Slide the battery compartment lid out 1 and then open it up 2 . 3 Be sure to line up the + and - of the batteries and insert the two supplied size AA (LR6) alkaline batteries.
9 Continued on next page VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) 4 Close the battery compartment lid. z Tip: AC adapter You can use the drive without batteries by connecting the AC adapter (not supplied) to the connector (DC IN). If you use an AC adapter, use only the Sony VGP-AC5V1 (not supplied).
10 VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) Connecting the drive You can connect the drive to the computer using the supplied USB cable. Notes • Place the drive on a flat surface. • Do not connect the drive to an external USB hub. • Some computers may not operate the drive correctly due to lack of power.
11 Continued on next page VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) About the power management function (power save function) When using the computer’s power management function (power save function), note the following points: • Set your computer so that it does not switch to a power save mode while the ACCESS indicator on the drive is flashing.
12 VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) Disconnecting the drive from the computer Follow the procedure below to disconnect this drive from your computer. (The following procedures are for Windows XP.) Notes • Before disconnecting the drive, close any open programs.
13 Continued on next page VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) Using Security Function About the drive security function You can lock the drive using the wireless key. When you register the wireless key(s), you cannot use the drive until you release the lock using the wireless key each time you connect the USB cable.
14 VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) Setting the security function Notes • Do not disconnect the USB cable when the wireless keys are being registered. • Be sure that the computer is not in power save mode when the wireless keys are being registered. • You need to register both wireless keys.
15 Continued on next page VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) 4 Touch the wireless key receiver with the other wireless key after the blue light of the wireless key receiver starts to flash again. The blue light will go out after the wireless key is registered.
16 VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) Using the drive (secure mode) If you use the drive registered with wireless key, you need to perform the following procedures each time you connect the USB cable to the computer. Furthermore, you also need to operate them as below status.
17 VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) Deactivating the security function If you want to deactivate the security function of the drive, follow the steps. 1 Connect the drive to the computer and touch the wireless key receiver with the wireless key to unlock. 2 Turn the drive bottom side up and open the lid, then press the CANCEL button.
18 VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) Precautions Usage and storage locations Do not use or store this drive in locations subject to high humidity, high temperatures, strong vibrations, or direct sunlight. Operation • Do not move the drive during operation.
19 VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) • Make sure connectors are securely connected. Do not allow metal objects to fall inside the connectors. If a short circuit occurs between the pins in the connectors, fire or damage to the equipment may result. • Disconnect the power when not in use for long periods of time.
20 VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) Getting Help This section provides information on how to get help and support from Sony, and troubleshooting tips for your hard disk drive. About Sony’s support options Sony provides several support options for your hard disk drive.
21 VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) Operating environment Operating temperature 41°F to 95°F (5°C to 35°C) (temperature gradient less than 18°F (10°C)/hour) Operating humidity 20% to 80% (no condensat.
22 VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) If you lose a wireless key/ If the wireless key is broken If you lose a wireless key If you lose both of the wireless keys, the drive cannot be recognized.
23 Continued on next page VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) Symptom Cause/Remedy The hard disc drive is not recognized by the computer (The icon of the hard disc drive does not appear in [My Computer].
24 VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) Symptom Cause/Remedy Data read/write failure. Cannot read/write data. An error message appears after you disconnect the USB cable. Cannot access folder. Cannot lock/unlock drive security. c The drive does not function correctly with old versions of Windows that have been upgraded.
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