User manual SONY VGP-UHDM08

[. . . ] Hard Disk Drive VGP-UHDM08 Operating Instructions http://www. sony. net/ 2005 Sony Corporation / Printed in Japan 2-649-113-11 (1) WARNING 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. Owner's Record The model number and the serial number are located on the bottom of the drive. [. . . ] The device `Generic Volume' cannot be stopped right now. Try stopping the device again later". z Tip To use the drive again after disconnecting the USB cable, perform the steps described in the section "Getting Started" on page 8. The drive will be detected automatically by your Windows operating system. The icon appears on the taskbar when the drive is recognized by the computer. To disconnect the drive from the computer, use the icon. 1 2 Click the icon on the taskbar. The "Safely remove USB Mass Storage Device" message appears. Click "Safely remove USB Mass Storage Device". The message "The `USB Mass Storage Device' device can now be safely removed from the system" appears. 3 Disconnect the USB cable. 12 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. Enabling the security function to secure your important data is recommended. Note You need to register the two wireless keys. The security function will be activated from the next time you connect the USB cable to the computer. Continued on next page 15 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. · When restarting the computer · When returning from hibernation · When returning from standby mode 1 Turn on the computer then connect the USB cable (page 10). The LOCK indicator lights and the blue light of the wireless key receiver flashes. z Tips · If you do not operate the hard disk drive for more than 8 seconds, while the blue light of the wireless key receiver flashes, the hard disc drive turns off. In this case, disconnect the USB cable and reconnect it. · If you use the Windows 2000 operating system, when the hard disk drive turns off, "Unsafe Removal of Device" appears. 2 Touch the wireless key receiver with either registered wireless key. The UNLOCK indicator lights and the drive is recognized by the computer. Note The blue light may flash after recognizing the drive on some computers when returning from hibernation mode or restarting. In this case, touch the wireless key receiver with the wireless key again. 16 Deactivating the security function If you want to deactivate the security function of the drive, follow the steps. 1 2 Connect the drive to the computer and touch the wireless key receiver with the wireless key to unlock. Turn the drive bottom side up and open the lid, then press the CANCEL button. The LOCK and UNLOCK indicator flashes alternately for one second, then the UNLOCK indicator lights. When you connect the drive to the computer using the USB cable next time, you can use the hard disk drive without the wireless key. z Tip If you want to use the security function again, you must register the wireless keys again (page 14). Note If you leave the hard disk drive unattended when the security is deactivated, not only is your data unguarded, but someone could also register other wireless keys (not yours) to the hard disk drive. It is recommended that you enable the security function whenever you leave the hard disc drive unattended. 17 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. This prevents the possibility of malfunctions. · Place the drive on a flat, stable surface for operation. · Do not place any objects on top of the drive. · Protect the drive from sudden temperature changes. Do not use the drive immediately after moving it from a cold to a warm location or after the ambient temperature has risen drastically. Otherwise, condensation inside the drive can occur. [. . . ] c The operating system is not Windows 2000 or Windows XP. c USB is designed to support connection of more than one peripheral device working simultaneously, however, some combinations of peripheral equipment can cause unstable operation. Turn off all peripheral equipment, disconnect all unnecessary devices, check the cable connections, and then turn the power back on. c To reset the USB interface, shut down your Windows operating system, turn the computer off, and disconnect the USB cable. [. . . ]