Buffalo MiniStation HD-PFU2 Series User manual

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MiniStation HD-PFU2 Series
Portable USB Hard Drive
HD-PFU2

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MiniStation HD-PFU2 Series
Package contents include:
• MiniStation
• 5V USB Power Cable
• USB 2.0 Cable
• Quick Setup Guide
• Warranty Statement
Thank you for purchasing a Bualo MiniStation.
Package Contents
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Installation
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Connect the included USB cable to the MiniStation’s USB port. (Fig: 1). Plug
the other end of the USB cable into a USB port on the computer or device
you are adding the MiniStation to.
MiniStation will install automatically.

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On a Windows computer, the new drive will be available in My Computer.
By default it will use the rst available drive letter and will be named HD-
PFU2. With a Mac, the new drive will appear on the desktop.
Format
By default, the MiniStation is formatted with FAT32, allowing it to be used
with OS X, Windows, and Linux operating systems. If you’re going to use
it with programs that generate lesizes larger than 4GB, such as backup
or video editing software, reformat the MiniStation as an NTFS drive
(Windows), a Mac OS Extended drive (Mac), or an XFS drive (Linux).
Wrap-Around Cord
When not in use, you may store your MiniStation’s cord by wrapping it
around the unit and clipping it into place as shown.
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Optional Utilities
The MiniStation includes several optional utilities.
The TurboUSB utility improves data transfer speeds for your MiniStation.
Memeo AutoBackup software is available for backing up documents,
multimedia les, and other les from your Windows PC to the MiniStation.
A license for using Memeo on a single PC or workstation is included
with your MiniStation. Please view the Memeo documentation for more
information on installing and using Memeo. As with all backup programs,
reformat the MiniStation with NTFS before use with Memeo backup
software.
Disk Formatter lets you easily reformat your MiniStation.
SecureLockWare encrypts the data on your MiniStation, preventing the
data from being accessed by anyone but you.
To learn more about installing and using these utilities, click on the View
User Manual.
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Using TurboUSB 5
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To use TurboUSB, you must rst enable it. From the Start menu, choose
Programs > BUFFALO > TurboUSB > TurboUSB for HD-PFU2. (Fig: 5)
Click Enable and follow the instructions. (Fig: 6)
Once the wizard has completed you must disconnect the MiniStation by
clicking on the ‘Safely Remove Hardware’icon in the systray (located
in the taskbar) (Fig: 6). Once indicated, remove and reattach the USB cable
from your PC to nalise activation of TurboUSB.
The Bualo TurboUSB utility can greatly improve the data transfer rates to
and from your Bualo USB hard drive. The utility cannot be used with other
USB devices.

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Using TurboUSB 5
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You may also turn TurboUSB o from the same window by clicking Disable
and following the steps (Fig: 7). You must then unplug and reconnect the
USB hard drive to nalise the process. Use the ‘Safely Remove Hardware’
wizard to release the drive before unplugging it.

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Is TurboUSB enabled? 6
To check whether TurboUSB is enabled, right-click on My Computer and
choose Properties > Hardware > Device Manager > Universal Serial Bus
controllers. If TurboUSB is enabled, your USB storage device will have
“(TurboUSB)” added to its name. (Fig: 9)
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Uninstalling 7
To remove the Bualo TurboUSB utility from your computer, click Start >
Programs > BUFFALO > TurboUSB > Uninstaller. This will launch an uninstall
screen. Click on Start to run the uninstallation. (Fig: 10)

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TurboUSB For Mac
The Bualo TurboUSB utility can greatly improve the data transfer rates
to and from your Bualo USB hard drive. Other USB devices are not
aected by TurboUSB software.
1. Insert the Bualo Technology CD in your computer CD drive
2. Double-click on TurboUSB.dmg.
3. Navigate to the“TurboUSB”directory on the Desktop and
double-click on TurboUSBHDDInstall.
4. After the Bualo TurboUSB software is installed, click Restart.*
* You must restart your Mac.
If TurboUSB is enabled, the icon of your USB storage device will look as
indicated.
Is TurboUSB enabled? 2
Installation and Using TurboUSB 1

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Environmental Information
•The equipment that you have purchased has required the extraction and
use of natural resources for its production.
•The equipment may contain hazardous substances that could impact health
and the environment.
•In order to avoid the dissemination of those substances in our environment
and to diminish the pressure on the natural resources, we encourage you to
use the appropriate take-back systems.
•The take-back systems will reuse or recycle most of the materials of your end
life equipment in a sound way.
•The crossed-out wheeled bin symbol invites you to use those systems.
•If you need more information on the collection, reuse and recycling systems,
please contact your local or regional waste administration.
Contact Details
Address: Bualo Technology UK LTD
176, Buckingham Avenue,
Slough, Berkshire, SL1 4RD
United Kingdom
General Inquiries:
Email sales@bualo-technology.com
Technical Support:
Helpdesk Hours Monday-Thursday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Phone [phone]
Phone (UK only) 08712 50 12 60
Email helpdesk@bualo-technology.ie
CE Mark Warning
This is a Class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause
radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate
measures.