Buffalo HD-LBU2 User manual

USB Hard Drive
HD-LBU2
User Manual
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Recommended Usage ......................3
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Layout ...............................................2
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Troubleshooting ..............................8
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Specications ...................................9
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Software ...........................................6
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Table of Contents
Layout ...................................................... 2
LED and Connections ....................................................................... 2
Recommended Usage ............................... 3
Warning ........................................................................................... 3
Dismounting the DriveStation......................................................... 5
For Windows ..............................................................................................................5
For Mac ........................................................................................................................5
Software ................................................... 6
Installing software on a Windows PC ............................................... 6
Optional Software .......................................................................... 7
eco Manager ...............................................................................................................7
TurboPC .......................................................................................................................7
TurboCopy ..................................................................................................................7
Backup Utility .............................................................................................................7
RAMDISK Utility .........................................................................................................7
Buffalo Tools Launcher ............................................................................................7
Disk Formatter ...........................................................................................................7
SecureLockMobile .....................................................................................................7
Troubleshooting ....................................... 8
I can see the DriveStation in (My) Computer but I cannot access it. .............8
I cannot see the DriveStation. ................................................................................8
My backup program cannot save les to the DriveStation. .............................8
Specications ...........................................9
Specications .................................................................................. 9

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Front
Rear
②USB
③Security Slot
④Power Connector
④
③
①Power/Access LED
Power on : green
Access : ashing
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LED and Connections
Layout
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Recommended Usage
Warning
To avoid damage to your data, follow these precautions:
* Never congure this unit as a destination for virtual memory.
* Never perform any of the following operations while the access LED is ashing:
• Unplug the cables
• Turn o your computer
• Put your computer into standby, hibernate, or sleep mode
• The maximum size of a le on the default FAT32 partition is 4 GB. To use the drive with les larger
than 4 GB, reformat the drive with NTFS or Mac OS extended, which allow larger le sizes.
• Mac OS X may not recognize this device at boot. If this happens, unplug the cables, then plug it again
after a few seconds.
• This unit supports hot-plugging connections. You can plug or unplug the data cable while the
DriveStation and your PC are on. However, never unplug the cables while the power/access LED is
ashing, or your data may be lost or damaged.
• Do not lean any object against this unit. It may cause the unit to malfunction.
• If you use this unit with Windows 7, Vista, or XP on a computer with a USB 1.1 port
, you may receive
a message indicating that a high-speed USB hub is connected to a non high-speed USB device. To
continue, click [X].
• You may hear some noise while this unit is working, especially while booting or being accessed. This
is normal.
• Always refer to the manuals for your computer and peripheral devices.
• After a system crash, Mac OS may ask you to insert your OS X system disk to recover the OS.
Disconnect the DriveStation from your Mac before initiating the recovery process.

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• When the driver for this unit is installed, devices are added to [Device Manager].
To display Device Manager, follow the instructions below:
Windows 7/Vista .................................... Click [Start], right-click [Computer], and click [Manage]. When "A program
needs your permission to continue" is displayed, click [Continue] or [Yes] and
then [Device Manager].
Windows XP ............................................. Click [Start] and right-click [My Computer].
Click [Manage] and then [Device Manager].
Location to be added Device name to be added
Universal Serial Bus controllers USB Mass Storage Device
Disk drives BUFFALO External HDD USB Device
This device becomes hot
This device is designed to release heat through its case. The surface of the case may become quite
hot in normal use. Even when the unit is o, the case may still be warm from standby current. If
heat is trapped in the unit and not allowed to escape, the drive may malfunction.
• Do not stack multiple DriveStation units.
• Do not cover the DriveStation with anything that might trap heat, such as a cloth.
• Do not place any object which blocks the release of heat near the DriveStation.

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Dismounting the DriveStation
For Windows
Unplugging the DriveStation incorrectly can corrupt data. Please be careful! If your computer is turned
o, then it is always safe to unplug the DriveStation.
If your computer is turned on, please follow the procedure below to unplug your DriveStation. This
example shows Vista, but other versions of Windows are similar.
1Click the icon
(Windows 7/ Vista) or (Windows XP) in the system tray.
2When the menu opens, click the device name.
OS Device name
Windows 7 "Eject BUFFALO USB-SATA Bridge"
Windows Vista/XP "Safely remove USB Mass Storage Device – Drive (E:)"
Note:
If TurboPC is enabled, "TurboPC" may be part of the device name.
3A message that indicates you can safely remove the unit will appear. Click [OK] and
unplug the DriveStation.
Note:
You do not have to click [OK] if your OS is Windows 7 or Windows XP. The message will
automatically disappear.
For Mac
1Drag the DriveStation’s icon to the trash to dismount the drive.
Note:
If you’ve created multiple partitions on the DriveStation, dismount each partition separately
before unplugging the drive.
2It’s now safe to unplug the DriveStation from your Mac.

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Software
Installing software on a Windows PC
1Connect the DriveStation to your computer.
2In [My Computer] (or [Computer]), double-click on [HD-LBU2].
3Double-click on [DriveNavi.exe].
The DriveNavigator wizard will launch. If Windows displays the message “A program needs your
permission to continue”, click [Continue] or [Yes].
4Click [Begin Installation].
5The License Agreement will open. Click [I accept].
6Click [Additional Software Installation].
7Select desired software and click [Install].
The wizard will guide you through installation.
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Optional Software
eco Manager
eco Manager lets you put the DriveStation into sleep mode to save power.
TurboPC
TurboPC can increase data transfer speeds for your Bualo product.
TurboCopy
TurboCopy uses caching to increase data transfer speeds.
Backup Utility
Backup Utility is software to back up and restore data from your PC. To use, select a source drive to be
backed up and a target location for backup data.
RAMDISK Utility
This software uses some of the memory in your computer as a virtual hard drive.
Bualo Tools Launcher
Bualo Tools Launcher lets you easily launch software from the Bualo utility suite. Just click an icon to
launch the desired Bualo tool or utility.
Disk Formatter
Disk Formatter lets you format many types of drives, including external hard drives like your Bualo
DriveStation.
SecureLockMobile
SecureLockMobile encrypts the data on your DriveStation, preventing it from unauthorised access.

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Troubleshooting
I can see the DriveStation in (My) Computer but I cannot access it.
(Windows)
The Drive may require formatting. Try using the Disk Formatter Utility. Consult the manual for the Disk
Formatter Utility for more help.
I cannot see the DriveStation.
Verify that the power LED is on. If it is not, then ensure that the power switch is in the on position. Check
your cables! The DriveStation should be connected to your computer by one and only one data cable.
Check that both ends are correctly plugged in.
Verify that the hard drive inside the DriveStation is spinning. This can be veried by placing your hand
on the side of the case and feeling for a slight vibration.
Also, after the DriveStation has been powered on for fteen minutes or more it will begin to get warm.
If neither of the proceeding tests veried that the hard drive is spinning, then please contact technical
support for further assistance.
My backup program cannot save les to the DriveStation.
Reformat your DriveStation with NTFS or Mac OS Extended. FAT32 is limited to 4 GB le sizes.
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Specications
Specications
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Interface USB
Transfer speed Max 480 Mbps (USB 2.0) *
Max 12 Mbps (USB 1.1)
Factory defaults FAT32 (1 partition)
External dimensions 39(W) x 189(D) x 123(H) mm
(excluding protruding parts)
Power Consumption 18 W (Max)
Power AC 100 - 240 V 50/60 Hz
Operating Environ-
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Temperature 41° - 95° F; 5° - 35° C
Humidity 20 - 80% (no condensation)
Compatible OS Windows XP (32 bit/64 bit)
Windows Vista (32 bit/64 bit)
Windows 7 (32 bit/64 bit)
Mac OS X 10.4 or later (models with intel Processor)
* For best results, this drive should be connected to a high-speed USB 2.0 port. If you use this drive with a low-
speed USB 1.1 interface, transfer speeds will be much slower.
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