WD My Passport SSD External Portable Drive User Manual

Indledning

The WD My Passport SSD is a portable solid-state drive designed for fast data transfers and secure storage. Its compact and durable design makes it ideal for users requiring reliable external storage on the go. This manual provides essential information for setting up, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting your device.

Billede: Top-down view of the WD My Passport SSD, highlighting its two-tone black and silver textured casing.

Opsætning

1. Pak enheden ud: Carefully remove the WD My Passport SSD, USB Type-C to Type-C cable, and USB Type-C to Type-A adapter from the packaging.
2. Opret forbindelse til din computer:
   • For computers with a USB Type-C port, use the included USB Type-C to Type-C cable to connect the SSD directly.
   • For computers with a standard USB Type-A port, attach the USB Type-C to Type-A adapter to the USB Type-C to Type-C cable, then connect to your computer.
3. Førstegangsanerkendelse: Your computer should automatically detect the drive. For Windows users, the drive will appear in 'This PC' or 'My Computer'. For macOS users, it will appear on the desktop or in Finder.
4. Install WD Discovery Software (Optional): The drive includes WD Discovery software for WD Backup, WD Security, and WD Drive Utilities. It is recommended to install this software for enhanced functionality. Follow the on-screen prompts after connecting the drive or download it from the official WD support webwebsted.

Billede: Nærbillede view of the WD My Passport SSD, highlighting the USB Type-C port for connection.

Drift

1. Dataoverførsel:
   • At overføre files, simply drag and drop them to and from the My Passport SSD, similar to any other external drive.
   • The drive supports USB 3.1 Gen 2, offering read speeds up to 540 MB/s for rapid file overførsler.
2. Password Protection and Hardware Encryption: Utilize the WD Security feature within the WD Discovery software to set up password protection and hardware encryption for your data. This ensures your files remain secure even if the drive is lost or stolen.
3. Backupløsninger: The WD Backup software allows you to schedule automatic backups of your important files from your computer to the My Passport SSD.
4. Kompatibilitet: The WD My Passport SSD is compatible with Windows 7+ and macOS operating systems.

Opretholdelse

• Fysisk pleje: The My Passport SSD features a shock-resistant design. However, it is recommended to handle the drive with care to prevent damage. Avoid dropping it from excessive heights or exposing it to extreme temperatures or moisture.
• Softwareopdateringer: Periodically check for updates to the WD Discovery software and drive firmware through the WD support website for at sikre optimal ydeevne og sikkerhed.
• Sikker udkastning: Tag altid drevet sikkert ud af computeren, før du frakobler det, for at forhindre databeskadigelse.

Fejlfinding

• Drev ikke fundet:
  • Sørg for, at USB-kablet er korrekt tilsluttet til både SSD'en og din computer.
  • Prøv at tilslutte drevet til en anden USB-port på din computer.
  • Test med et andet USB-kabel, hvis det er muligt.
  • Genstart din computer.
• Langsomme overførselshastigheder:
  • Ensure you are using a USB 3.0 or USB 3.1 port on your computer for maximum speed. USB 2.0 ports will result in slower transfers.
  • Luk alle unødvendige programmer, der kører i baggrunden, og som muligvis bruger systemressourcer.
• Access Denied/Permission Issues: Check your operating system's file permissions for the drive. If using WD Security, ensure you have entered the correct password.
• Formateringsproblemer: If the drive is not recognized or you wish to reformat it, use your operating system's disk management utility (Disk Management on Windows, Disk Utility on macOS). Be aware that formatting will erase all data on the drive.

Specifikationer

Garanti & Support

The WD My Passport SSD comes with a 3-year limited warranty. For detailed warranty information, technical support, or to contact customer service, please visit the official WD support webwebsted:

support.wd.com/contact

Please have your product model number (WDBKVX2560PSL-WESN) and serial number ready when contacting support.