AC236 - External hard drive Apacer - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	External Hard Drive
Dimensions (approx.)	113 x 78 x 15 mm
Weight (approx.)	150 g
Interface	USB 3.0 (backward compatible with USB 2.0)
Power Supply	USB bus-powered
Capacity	Up to 2 TB (model dependent)
File System	NTFS, FAT32, FAT, exFAT, ReFS
Operating System	Windows 10, 8.1, 8, 7
Included Software	Apacer Data Manager (backup & sync utility)
Backup Methods	Manual backup tasks with customizable source/destination
Sync Modes	One-way sync (source to destination) and two-way sync
Data Protection	Multiple backup versions to guard against data loss
Construction	Compact, portable design
Color	Black (typical)
LED Indicator	Activity/status light (not detailed)
Warranty	Limited warranty (check with Apacer)
Package Contents	External hard drive, USB cable, quick start guide
Safety	Handle with care; avoid drops and extreme temperatures
Maintenance	Clean with a soft, dry cloth; avoid liquids
Reparability	Not user-serviceable; contact Apacer support
Environmental	RoHS compliant

Frequently Asked Questions - AC236 Apacer

What is the capacity of the Apacer AC236 external hard drive?

The Apacer AC236 is available in various capacities up to 2 TB. Check your model for exact capacity.

Is the AC236 compatible with Mac?

The drive is formatted with NTFS by default. Mac can read but not write without third-party software. You can reformat to FAT32 or exFAT for cross-platform use.

How do I install Apacer Data Manager?

Download the software from Apacer's website (Support > Downloads > Utility > External Storage). Extract the zip and run setup.exe. Follow the on-screen instructions.

What are the system requirements?

Requires Windows 10, 8.1, 8, or 7. A USB port and enough free disk space for the software.

How do I back up files with Data Manager?

Under the Backup tab, click Add task (+). Name the task, select source folders/files, choose a destination on your computer or the drive, and click Complete. Then select the task and click Execute.

What is the difference between one-way and two-way sync?

One-way sync copies files from source to destination only. Two-way sync synchronizes both folders so that changes in either location are mirrored.

How can I view device information?

In Data Manager, click the Device Info tab. It shows type, used/available space, and file system format (e.g., NTFS).

What should I do if my computer does not detect the drive?

Ensure the USB cable is securely connected. Try a different USB port. If still not detected, check Device Manager for driver issues. The drive should be recognized as a removable disk.

Can I use the drive without installing Data Manager?

Yes, the drive works as a standard external hard drive. You can manually copy files using Windows Explorer. Data Manager adds backup and sync features.

How do I clean the Apacer AC236?

Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the exterior. Avoid using liquids or abrasive cleaners. Do not disassemble the drive.

USER MANUAL AC236 Apacer

1. Introduction....2
   1.1 System Requirements....2
2. Getting Started with Data Manager ....3
   2.1 Installing Data Manager ....3
   2.2 Launching Data Manager....3
3. Managing Files with Data Manager....5
   3.1 Navigating Home Screen ....5
   3.2 Backing up Data 6
   3.3 Syncing Files 10
   3.4 Viewing Device Info....12

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1. Introduction

Thank you for choosing Apacer's external hard drives and USB flash drives as data storage devices!

Apacer Data Manager is a user-friendly backup management utility that offers backup and sync solutions to prevent data loss. With Data Manager installed on your computer, it allows you to not only back up data locally to your computer and externally to Apacer's storage device, but also perform unilateral file synchronization as well as bilateral sync between your computer and the device attached to your computer.

1.1 System Requirements

Data Manager can only work with Apacer's external hard drive or USB drive. See below for more detailed information.

Item	Description
Operating system	Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7
File system	NTFS, FAT32, FAT, exFAT, ReFS

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2. Getting Started with Data Manager

Being a backup management tool, Data Manager provides an intuitive backup and synchronization solution to help you retain and retrieve copies of your precious data. It supports backing up and syncing data stored on your computer and an external storage device attached to your computer. Before using Data Manager, make sure the device attached to your computer is Apacer's external hard drive or USB flash drive.

This chapter explains how to install and launch Data Manager.

2.1 Installing Data Manager

Before managing files with Data Manager, you need to download it from Apacer's website and install it on your computer. Follow the steps below to install the utility.

To install Data Manager:

1. Go to Apacer's website, and go to Support > Downloads.
2. Click Utility > External Storage. Find Data Manager and click to download the utility. The compressed file will be downloaded to your computer.
3. Extract the zipped file. Find and double click the setup.exe file, then follow the onscreen

instructions to install the utility. Once the installation is complete, the app icon will appear on the desktop of your computer.

2.2 Launching Data Manager

Once the installation is complete, follow the steps below to launch Data Manager and you may start managing your files.

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■ Device detected: You will see the Data Manager interface below. Click any of the tabs on the left side to start manage backup/sync tasks or view the information of your attached device. See "3. Managing Files with Data Manager" for more information.

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3. Managing Files with Data Manager

Unexpected data loss from hard drive failures, natural disasters, and ransomware attacks pose potential threats to your paramount data. To avoid data loss caused by such unfortunate situations, Data Manager offers backup and sync features to maintain multiple versions of backup data, thereby providing extra protection in case the current version crashes or gets infected by ransomware.

This chapter introduces you to the interface of Data Manager and guides you through the process of creating and managing backup/sync tasks and viewing information of the attached storage device.

3.1 Navigating Home Screen

When Data Manager is launched, you can see three main tabs on the left side and the language switcher at the top displayed on the home screen.

Below is a general introduction to Data Manager:

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3.2 Backing up Data

This section explains how to create and manage backup tasks on your computer and external storage device.

Under the Backup tab, multiple backup tasks can be created as a contingency plan to avoid data loss. Files to be backed up and the backup destination can be altered whenever you want.

To create a backup task:

1. Click Add task (+) to launch the three-step backup wizard.

1. In the window that appears, name the backup task and give it a description. Then click Next.

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1. Select the data you want to back up by clicking Select folder + or Select file +. To remove any item from the backup list, select the item(s) and click Delete selected items ✗ or Delete all 📄

Next, choose a backup destination by clicking Browse. The destination folder can be chosen from either your computer or the attached device. Once finished, click Next.

1. Check the overview information of the backup task just created and do any of the following:

2. Click Back if you want to modify task name, task description or destination folder.

3. Click Complete to create the backup task. The task will appear in the Backup Task section.

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To perform a backup task:

1. Once a backup task is created, select the task from the Backup Task section and click Execute.

1. You can monitor the backup progress with the progress bar and the percentage of completion indicated below. Click Pause/Cancel if you wish to pause/cancel the backup task.

Once the backup is complete, click Complete to close the window.

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To edit a backup task:

Select the backup task you want to edit from the Backup Task section and click Edit. Then you can modify the task name, task description or destination folder.

To delete a backup task:

Select the backup task you want to delete from the Backup Task section and click Delete task (−).

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3.3 Syncing Files

This section explains how to sync data between your computer and external storage device.

Under the Sync tab, files stored in two different locations, i.e. source and destination folders, can be synced unilaterally and bilaterally according to your setting.

To sync files:

1. Select source and destination folders by clicking Browse: Both folders can be selected locally or externally from the attached device.

Depending on your needs, choose either of the following for syncing:

■ One-way Sync ↓: Files in the source folder will be synced to the destination folder.
■ Two-way Sync Files in both source and destination folders will be bilaterally synced.

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1. You can monitor the progress of syncing files with the progress bar and the percentage of completion indicated below. Click Pause/Cancel if you wish to pause/cancel the sync task. Once the sync is complete, click Complete to close the window.

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3.4 Viewing Device Info

Under the Device Info tab, you can view the general information of Apacer's storage device attached to your computer.

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