Seagate Backup Plus Slim External Hard Drive User Manual

1. Produktet er slutview

The Seagate Backup Plus Slim is a compact and portable external hard drive designed for convenient storage and access of your digital files. Featuring a minimalist brushed metal enclosure, it offers quick plug-and-play connectivity for both PC and Mac systems.

Figur 1.1: Forside view of the Seagate Backup Plus Slim portable hard drive.

Nøglefunktioner:

• Høj kapacitet: Store and access up to 2TB of photos and fileer på farten.
• Bærbart design: Compact and lightweight with a durable brushed metal enclosure.
• Universal kompatibilitet: Works seamlessly with both Mac and Windows operating systems via USB 3.0.
• Easy Backup: Offers one-click backup or scheduled automatic daily, weekly, or monthly backups.
• Inkluderet software: Comes with a one-year complimentary subscription to Mylio Create and a two-month membership to Adobe Creative Cloud Photography Plan.
• Pålidelig garanti: Includes a two-year limited warranty for peace of mind.

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2. Hvad er der i æsken

Upon opening your Seagate Backup Plus Slim package, you should find the following items:

• Seagate Backup Plus Slim Portable Drive
• 18-Inch USB 3.0 Cable
• Hurtig startvejledning
• Downloadable Toolkit Backup Software (access details provided in Quick Start Guide)
• 1-year Mylio Create & 2-month membership Adobe Creative Cloud Photography plan (access details provided)

Figure 2.1: The Seagate Backup Plus Slim drive and its accompanying USB 3.0 cable.

3. Opsætning

3.1 Tilslutning af drevet

1. Locate an available USB port on your computer (PC or Mac). For optimal performance, use a USB 3.0 port.
2. Connect the small end of the included 18-inch USB 3.0 cable to the port on the Seagate Backup Plus Slim drive.
3. Connect the larger end of the USB 3.0 cable to the USB port on your computer.
4. Drevet tændes automatisk og registreres af dit operativsystem.

Figure 3.1: The Seagate Backup Plus Slim connected to a laptop via USB cable, ready for use.

3.2 Initial Setup and Formatting

The Seagate Backup Plus Slim is pre-formatted for Windows. If you are using a Mac, reformatting may be required, especially for use with Apple's Time Machine backup software.

• For Windows-brugere: The drive is ready to use out of the box. You can access it via "This PC" or "My Computer".
• For Mac-brugere:
  • Åben Diskværktøj (Programmer > Hjælpeprogrammer > Diskværktøj).
  • Select the Seagate drive from the sidebar.
  • Klik Slette.
  • Choose a format (e.g., APFS or Mac OS Extended (Journaled)) and a scheme (e.g., GUID Partition Map).
  • Klik Slette igen for at bekræfte. Warning: This will erase all data on the drive.
• Installing Toolkit Software: Refer to the Quick Start Guide for instructions on downloading and installing the Seagate Toolkit software, which enables backup features and drive management.

4. Betjening af drevet

4.1 Dataoverførsel

Du kan overføre files to and from the Seagate Backup Plus Slim just like any other external drive:

• Træk og slip: Du skal blot trække files or folders from your computer to the Seagate drive icon in your file Stifinder (Windows) eller Finder (Mac).
• Kopiér og indsæt: Højreklik på files/folders, select "Copy", then navigate to the Seagate drive, right-click, and select "Paste".

4.2 Using Seagate Toolkit for Backup

The Seagate Toolkit software provides robust backup solutions:

• One-Click Backup: Perform an immediate backup of selected files or folders with a single click.
• Planlagte sikkerhedskopier: Set up automatic daily, weekly, or monthly backups to ensure your data is always protected.
• Mirror Folders: Create mirrored folders that automatically synchronize changes between your computer and the drive.

4.3 Software Bundles

Your purchase includes complimentary access to creative software:

• Mylio Create: A one-year subscription to Mylio Create helps you organize, edit, and share your photos across devices.
• Adobe Creative Cloud Photography Plan: A two-month membership provides access to powerful photo editing tools like Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom.
• Refer to the Quick Start Guide or the Seagate website for redemption instructions for these software offers.

5. Vedligeholdelse

Proper care of your Seagate Backup Plus Slim will ensure its longevity and reliable performance:

• Sikker udkastning: Always safely eject the drive from your computer before disconnecting the USB cable. This prevents data corruption.
  • Windows: Click the "Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media" icon in the system tray, then select the Seagate drive.
  • Mac: Drag the drive icon from your desktop to the Trash, or right-click the drive icon and select "Eject".
• Fysisk beskyttelse: Undgå at tabe eller udsætte drevet for fysiske stød, da dette kan beskadige de interne komponenter.
• Rensning: Brug en blød, tør klud til at rengøre drevets yderside. Brug ikke flydende rengøringsmidler eller opløsningsmidler.
• Temperatur: Opbevar og betjen drevet inden for de anbefalede temperaturområder (typisk 5 °C til 35 °C eller 41 °F til 95 °F).

6. Fejlfinding

If you encounter issues with your Seagate Backup Plus Slim, try the following troubleshooting steps:

6.1 Drev ikke fundet

• Tjek forbindelser: Ensure the USB cable is securely connected to both the drive and the computer. Try a different USB port.
• Genstart computeren: Nogle gange kan en simpel genstart løse detektionsproblemer.
• Prøv en anden computer: Connect the drive to a different computer to determine if the issue is with the drive or your original computer.
• Tjek Diskhåndtering (Windows) / Diskværktøj (Mac):
  • Windows: Right-click "This PC" > "Manage" > "Disk Management". Look for the drive. It might need to be initialized or assigned a drive letter.
  • Mac: Open "Disk Utility" (Applications > Utilities). See if the drive appears there, even if unmounted.

6.2 Langsomme overførselshastigheder

• USB-port: Sørg for, at du er tilsluttet en USB 3.0-port på din computer. USB 2.0-porte vil resultere i betydeligt langsommere hastigheder.
• Kabel: Use the original Seagate USB 3.0 cable. Damaged or non-compliant cables can affect performance.
• Baggrundsprocesser: Close any unnecessary applications or background processes that might be consuming system resources.
• Drevfragmentering: For Windows, consider defragmenting the drive (though less critical for modern file systemer).

6.3 Formatting Issues (Mac)

• As noted in the setup section, Mac users may need to reformat the drive. Ensure you follow the steps in Disk Utility carefully. If the drive is not appearing in Disk Utility, refer to "Drive Not Detected" steps.

7. Specifikationer

8. Garanti og support

8.1 Begrænset garanti

The Seagate Backup Plus Slim comes with a to års begrænset garantiDenne garanti dækker materiale- og fabrikationsfejl ved normal brug. Gem venligst din købsbevis i tilfælde af garantikrav.

8.2 Teknisk support

For technical assistance, troubleshooting beyond this manual, or warranty inquiries, please contact Seagate customer support:

• Seagate Support Webwebsted: Visit the official Seagate support website for FAQs, drivers, software downloads, and contact information.
• Online ressourcer: Explore Seagate's online knowledge base for detailed articles and guides.

Note: Specific contact methods (phone, chat, email) may vary by region. Please check the Seagate webwebstedet for de mest opdaterede supportoplysninger.