Duo w.ub - External hard drive TrekStor - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	External hard drive
Brand	TrekStor
Model	Duo w.ub
Interface	USB 2.0
Power supply	External power adapter (DC IN 12/5V)
Weight	Approximately 500 g
Dimensions (approx.)	120 x 80 x 25 mm
Compatible operating systems	Windows 98 SE, 2000, ME, XP, Vista; Mac OS X
Push-for-Backup function	One-touch direct backup
Formatting	Possible via Windows (My Computer)
Disconnection procedure	Use the "Safely Remove Hardware" icon or drag to Trash (Mac)
USB cable included	Yes
Power adapter included	Yes
Backup software included	Nero BackItUp 2 Essentials
Manual available in multiple languages	Yes (downloadable PDF)
Maintenance	Avoid electrostatic discharges; use USB cables shorter than 3 m
Safety	Back up data before formatting; disconnect properly to avoid data loss

Frequently Asked Questions - Duo w.ub TrekStor

How to install the TrekStor Duo w.ub external hard drive on Windows 98 SE?

Before connecting the device, insert the provided CD and install the drivers by selecting 'Install Windows 98 drivers' from the menu. Restart the PC, then connect the hard drive. No drivers are needed for Windows 2000/XP/Vista or Mac OS X.

How to use the direct Push-for-Backup function?

First install the Nero BackItUp 2 Essentials software from the provided CD. Restart the PC, leave the hard drive connected and turned on. Launch the backup wizard and configure your tasks. Then press the Push-for-Backup button on the hard drive to trigger an immediate backup.

How to format the TrekStor Duo w.ub hard drive?

Important: back up all your data before formatting, as formatting erases everything. On Windows, right-click on the 'TREKSTOR' drive in My Computer, select 'Format...', then click 'Start' and confirm.

How to safely disconnect the hard drive?

On Windows, click the 'Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media' icon in the taskbar, select 'USB Mass Storage Device - Remove disk'. On Mac, drag the drive icon to the Trash. Wait for the system to confirm disconnection before unplugging.

Why doesn't my computer recognize the hard drive?

Check that the hard drive is turned on (On/Off button) and that the USB cable is properly connected. Make sure you have installed the necessary drivers for Windows 98 SE. For other systems, no drivers are required. Try a different USB port or a different cable. In case of electrostatic discharge, unplug and reconnect the device.

Is the hard drive compatible with Mac?

Yes, the TrekStor Duo w.ub is compatible with Mac OS X without installing additional drivers. It appears on the desktop as a drive. To disconnect, drag the icon to the Trash before unplugging.

How to transfer files to the hard drive?

After connecting and turning on the device, it appears as a 'TREKSTOR' drive in My Computer (Windows) or on the desktop (Mac). Select the files/folders on your computer, right-click, choose 'Copy', then in the 'TREKSTOR' drive, right-click and select 'Paste'.

What cables are included with the hard drive?

The product comes with a USB cable for connection to the computer, a power adapter (DC IN 12/5V), and a CD containing drivers (Windows 98 SE) and the Nero BackItUp 2 Essentials backup software.

Can I use a USB cable longer than the one provided?

It is not recommended to use a USB cable longer than 3 meters as this may cause data loss or malfunctions. Use only the included cable or a short equivalent cable.

How to clean the external hard drive?

First disconnect the device from power and the computer. Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the case. Do not use chemicals or liquids. Avoid any moisture in the connectors.

USER MANUAL Duo w.ub TrekStor

DataStation duo w.ub

Thank you for buying the TrekStor DataStation. We are confident that this product will be the source of much enjoyment.

1) Driver installation

Note for users of Windows Vista, XP, 2000, ME or Mac OS X:

No additional drivers are necessary for these operating systems. If you use Windows® 2000, make sure that you have installed at least Service Pack 4, and Windows® XP requires Service Pack 2 or above.

Note for users of Windows 98 (SE):

First install the drivers before connecting the device to your PCI!

Insert the provided CD into the CD/DVD ROM drive of your PC.

Note: If the startup function of your system is deactivated, you can access the CD/DVD drive via "My Computer" and start the program "MENUXE" in the main directory of the CD.

The TrekStor menu appears in a dialog window, then select the desired language by clicking a flag on the bottom left.

Click "INSTALL DRIVER FOR WINDOWS®98", and follow the installation instructions.

Restart your PC to activate the installed drivers.

2) Startup

• Connect the supplied power cable to the power supply, and connect the power supply to the "DC IN 12/5V" connection of the device.
  Only use the provided USB connection cable to connect the device to a USB port in your PC.
• Turn on the DataStation by briefly pressing the on/off switch (6). Hold down the on/off switch (7) to turn off the DataStation.

3) Data exchange

After successful startup of the device, a local disk "TREKSTOR" appears under "MY COMPUTER" (Windows®) or on your "DESKTOP" (Mac® OS X).

Select the desired files or folders with your mouse.

• Position the mouse pointer over the selected files or folders, and press the right mouse button. Select "Cof" from the context menu that appears.

Under "Y MPPUTER" / "DEsKTOP", select the desired goal (such as the "TREKSTOR" drive).

Click it with your right mouse button, and select "• AST" to start copying. After copying is completed, the data will be available on the target drive.

4) Logging off and disconnecting the TrekStor DataStation from the PC

Windows® 98 (SE): To log off the DataStation, click the left mouse button on the symbol "SAFELY REMOVE - DRIVE" in the information area in the task bar on the bottom right. In the context menu that appears, click the left mouse button on "SAFELY REMOVE" to select it. This removes the DataStation from the operating system of your computer. You can now disconnect the DataStation from your PC.

Windows Vista/XP/2000/ME: At the bottom right on the task bar, click the left mouse button on the symbol "SAE RARE HARDWARE". In the context menu that appears, click the left mouse button on "SAFELY REMOVE MASS STORAGE DEVICE - DRIVE" to select it. This removes the DataStation from the operating system of your computer. You can now disconnect the DataStation from your PC.

Mac OS X: You need to remove the drive from the Desktop before you disconnect it or turn it off. Click on the relevant drive symbol, and drag it to the trash symbol.

Note: Please follow the recommended logoff procedure to prevent damage to the device or data loss.

5) Formatting the hard disk

Important: Back up all the data on your hard disk before formatting it.

Note: All the data on the disk will be deleted when you format it.

The DataStation can be formatted like any other hard disk in Windows®.

Under My Computer, right-click on the local disk "·S

Select "·FF" from the context menu that appears.

Left click on the "TARS" button, and confirm that you want to format by clicking the "OK" button.

6) Direct Push-for-Backup™ function

With the direct Push-for-Backup™ function, pushing a button backs up previously selected files and folders from your computer on the DataStation.

Before you can use the backup function, the necessary backup software has to be installed on your computer. Insert the accompanying CD, and select "NERO BACKUP 2 ESSENTIALS" from the menu that appears. Follow now the installation instructions.
Note: Do not change the set serial number.
- Restart your computer after the backup software is installed.
- Make sure that the DataStation is connected to the computer and turned on.
- Start the backup assistant "PRO BACKUP 2 ESSENTIALS" by going to "START" "PROGRAMS". However, the first time it is used, you can start it directly by pushing the Push-for-Backup™ button.
- Use the assistant to configure your backup jobs. You can find instructions in the manual on the CD entitled "NERO BACKUP 2" and in the help function of the backup program.

Note: Be aware that the assistant only offers support for the Push-for-Backup™ button when the DataStation is connected and turned on.

• The backup jobs you create with the assistant are automatically executed at the planned time. When you press the Push-for-Backup™ button on the DataStation, you immediately start the data backup. All configured backup jobs are executed sequentially.

Notes:

Do not use USB cables longer than 3 meters.

• Exposing the unit to an electrostatic discharge, may interrupt the data transfer between the unit and the computer. If this occurs, the unit should be unplugged from the USB port and then plugged in again.

The manufacturer retains the right to continually improve the product. These changes may be made without being directly described in these operating instructions. For this reason, the information provided in these operating instructions may not reflect the current state of the art.

The manufacturer only guarantees suitability for the product's intended purpose. In addition, the manufacturer is not responsible for damages or loss of data and subsequent consequences.

Copyright © 2007 TrekStor GmbH & Co. KG. All rights reserved. Other cited product or company names may be trademarks or brand names of the respective owner.

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