SPD3051 - External hard drive PHILIPS - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	External hard drive
Brand	Philips
Model	SPD3051
Interface	USB 2.0 (high speed)
Capacity	Varies by model
Transfer speed	480 Mb/s
Rotation speed	7200 rpm
Cache memory	8 MB (models < 750 GB) or 32 MB (models ≥ 750 GB)
System requirements	USB 1.1 - Windows 2000, XP, Vista - Mac (FAT32 formatting required)
Default formatting	NTFS for Windows
Power supply	AC adapter included
Package contents	Hard drive, AC adapter, power cord, USB cable, manual
LED indicator	Blue (indicates power and activity)
Safe removal	Via the "Safely Remove Hardware" icon in the system tray
Warranty	Information in the "Philips Warranty" folder on the drive
Online support	www.philips.com/support
Safety	Keep plastic bags away from children
Cleaning and maintenance	Soft, dry cloth - avoid water and abrasive products
Installation	Place in a well-ventilated area
Recycling	Complies with WEEE directive - do not dispose of with household waste
Warning	Avoid contact with water and extreme forces

Frequently Asked Questions - SPD3051 PHILIPS

How to connect the Philips SPD3051 external hard drive?

Connect the power cord to the AC adapter, then to the hard drive and the outlet. Connect the USB cable to the hard drive and the computer. The blue LED lights up.

Is it compatible with Mac?

Yes, but the drive must be formatted as FAT32. By default, it is NTFS for Windows. Use Mac Disk Utility to reformat it.

What is the transfer speed?

The maximum transfer speed is 480 Mb/s via USB 2.0.

How to safely remove the drive?

Click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the system tray, select the device, then click Stop. Wait for the "Safe to Remove" message before disconnecting.

What to do if the drive is not recognized?

Check the USB and power connections. Try another USB port. If necessary, restart the computer.

Where to find warranty information?

On the drive, in the "Philips Warranty" folder. Open the PDF files with Adobe Reader.

Can I use this drive with Windows 10?

The manual mentions Windows 2000/XP/Vista, but it is compatible with later versions via USB 2.0.

What is the drive capacity?

Capacity varies by model. Check the packaging for the specific model.

How to clean the hard drive?

Use a soft, dry cloth. Avoid liquids and abrasive products.

How to recycle the device at end of life?

Follow local regulations for electronic waste recycling (WEEE). Do not dispose of with household waste.

USER MANUAL SPD3051 PHILIPS

4 What's in the box?
4 How to connect?
5 How to disconnect?
5 Installation for Mac
6 Important information
7 Need help?
8 FCC Compliance

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What's in the box?

A:External hard disk
B:Poweradapter
C:Power cord
D:USB cable
E:User manual

How to connect?

Put the Power Adapter (B) and the Power Cord (C) together and connect them to the external hard disk and a power outlet.

Plug the USB cable (D) in the USB port of your external hard disk. Connect the other side of the USB cable to an empty USB port of your computer.

A drive icon, Philips External Hard Disk, appears in Windows Explorer and the Blue light should light up. (To use the new hardware, the computer sometimes needs to be restarted)

Your hard disk is now ready to use and you can now save and copy data, just as you do when using your internal hard disk.

Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the task bar in the lower right part of the screen.
2 In the window that appears, select the name of the device that is to be removed, then click the Stop button.
3 When the Stop a hardware device screen appears, make sure the correct information is displayed, and then click the OK button.
4 When the message Safe to remove hardware appears, remove the drive from the computer's USB port.

Installation

Installation for Mac

The hard disk is preconfigured for Windows 2000, Windows XP and Windows Vista, with a NTFS format. For Mac, the hard disk needs to be formatted to FAT32.

How to find warranty information?

Look on your external hard disk and browse to the folder 'Philips Warranty'.

You need Adobe Reader software to open these files. If you don't have Adobe Reader, you can download it for free on www.adobe.com.

The Philips warranty may not apply if damage is caused by accidents, shock, misuse or neglect.

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"The making of unauthorized copies of copy-protected material including computer programs, files, broadcasts and sound recordings, may be an infringement of copyrights and constitute a criminal offence.

This equipment should not be used for such purposes."

WEEE mark: "Information to the Consumer"

Disposal of your old product

Your product is designed and manufactured with high quality materials and components, which can be recycled and reused. Please inform yourself about the local separate collection system for electrical and electronic products, including those marked by the crossed-out wheel bin symbol.

Please act according to your local rules and do not dispose of your old products with your normal household waste.

WARNING

Plastic bags can be dangerous.

To avoid danger of suffocation, keep this bag away from babies and small children.

Although this product has been designed with utmost care for long-lasting performance. Philips does advise

you to handle electronics with good care: Avoid contact with water, exposure to extreme forces.

Please make sure you place the device in a well-ventilated environment, to ensure longest possible lifetime and optimal performance.

Specifications

Capacity Depending on model

Interface Hi-Speed USB 2.0

Transfer speed 480 Mb/s

Rotational speed 7200 rpm

Cache memory 8 MB/32 MB*

System requirements USB 1.1 (USB 2.0 for

max. transfer speed)

Windows 2000,

Windows XP,

Windows Vista

• for versions >= 750 GB

Need help?

For interactive help and support:

www.philips.com/support

For software updates and frequently asked questions:

www.philips.com/storageupdates

Caution:

Changes or modifications made to this equipment not expressly approved by Philips may void the FCC authorization to operate this equipment.

Note:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

The shielded interface cable and connectors must be used in order to comply with the limits for digital device pursuant to subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.

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Installation fur Mac

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• for versions >= 750 GB

Hulp nodig?

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• for versions >= 750 GB

Necesitaridge?

• for versions >= 750 GB

Assistenza

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• for versions >= 750 GB

www.philips.com/support

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• for versions >= 750 GB

Yardim?

Interaktif yardu ve destek icin: www.philips.com/support Yazilim guncellemleri ve sikca sorulan sorular: www.philips.com/storageupdates

Notes

Notes

Specifications subject to change without notice.

All dimensions shown are approximate.

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Reproduction, copying, usage, modifying, hiring, renting,

Public performance, transmission and/or broadcasting in whole or part is prohibited without the written consent of Philips Electronics N.V.