Freecom TOUGHDRIVE PRO 2.5 User manual

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Thank you for choosing the Freecom ToughDrive external hard drive. For
optimal use and performance we advise you to read this manual carefully before
using this product.
Freecom Technologies • Germany
www.freecom.com
Contents of the box
Please check the contents of the box; the following items should be included:
• external Freecom ToughDrive
• Power-to-USB cable *
• CD-ROM with manual, driver and application software
• Quick Install Guide
• Safety Manual for ToughDrive
* Use the included power-to-USB cable when the power provided by the USB port is not
sufficient, or visit www.freecom.com/support for an optional AC adapter.
Warning !
All rights reserved. The products named in this manual are only used for identifi-
cation purposes and may be trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective
companies. This device was designed for home or office use.
Warning! This device is equipment complying with EN55022 class B.
Freecom cannot be made liable for any damages, loss of data or damage
following thereof -whatsoever (including, without limitation, damages for loss of
business profits, business interruption, loss of business information, or other
pecuniary loss) arising out of the use of or inability to use this Freecom product,
even if Freecom has been advised of the possibility of such damages.
We reserve the right to upgrade our products in keeping with technological
advances.

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General Information ........................................................................... page 4
Precautionary measures ..................................................................... page 5
Freecom ToughDrive .......................................................................... page 6
Chapter 1:
Installation of the Freecom Personal Media Suite Software (PC) .... page 7
Chapter 2:
Hardware installation ......................................................................... page 11
Chapter 3:
Driver installation (PC) ....................................................................... page 12
Chapter 4:
Daily use of the Freecom ToughDrive with
Freecom Personal Media Suite software (PC) ................................... page 15
Chapter 5:
The User Interface of the Freecom Personal Media Suite (PC) ........ page 16
Chapter 6:
Partitioning your Freecom ToughDrive (PC) ..................................... page 31
Chapter 7:
Troubleshooting ................................................................................. page 45
Table of Contents
© 2005 Freecom Technologies

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The following hardware and software requirements must be fulfilled to ensure
trouble-free operation.
Hardware Requirements
In order to use the Freecom ToughDrive, following components are needed:
• Intel Pentium III / AMD Duron 700 MHz or higher
• 128 MB RAM or higher
• CD-ROM drive for installing drivers and/or software
• Available USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 port*
• Internet connection for online warranty registration and driver/software
updates and downloads
Software Requirements
• Windows 98 SE
• Windows ME
• Windows 2000
• Windows XP
Mac
• iMac, iBook, Mac G3 or Power Book G3 with USB interface
• Operating system: Mac OS X v10.1 or higher
* USB 2.0 is downwards compatible to USB 1.1. To achieve optimal performance from the Freecom
ToughDrive your PC should be equipped with an USB 2.0 port. USB 2.0 PCI Host Controllers are
separately available at www.freecom.com.

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Precautionary measures
To ensure that your Freecom ToughDrive functions properly, please take note of
the following precautions. If these are not followed, you may void your warranty
and damage the Freecom ToughDrive.
• Safely remove the Freecom ToughDrive via your operating system (the
"unplug or eject hardware" option in the Windows taskbar) before discon-
necting the USB cable or power cable and before switching off the device.
Failing to do so may result in data loss.
• Do not drop the Freecom ToughDrive or expose it to other kinds of sudden
mechanical shocks as this may result in data loss and damage to the hard
drive.
• Do not use the Freecom ToughDrive when the ambient temperature is below
10°C or above 45°C.
• If the Freecom ToughDrive is moved from a cool environment to a warmer
environment, please allow the drive to acclimatize to the ambient tempera-
ture before operating the device. Failing to do so may lead to condensation
within the drive enclosure, which in turn may cause the drive to malfunction.
• Do not place liquids or drinks on the Freecom ToughDrive. When liquids are
spilled and get in contact with the electronics within the drive enclosure, it
will damage the drive and will cause the drive to malfunction.
• Do not use the Freecom ToughDrive in a dusty environment. Dust inside the
enclosure may damage the internal electronics and result in drive malfunc-
tion.
• Only use the power adapter that was supplied with the ToughDrive.
• Opening the Freecom ToughDrive will void the warranty.
• Since USB 2.0 is backwards compatible with USB 1.1, the Freecom ToughDrive
can be connected to all USB ports. When connected to a USB 1.1 port,
however, the performance (data transfer rate) of the Freecom ToughDrive
will be much lower than when the drive is connected to a USB 2.0 port.
• When using the Freecom SYNC software, please be aware that all files in the
SYNC folder on the ToughDrive are linked to the original files on your PC or
network. If you delete a file in the SYNC folder, its original will be deleted
during the next synchronization, too! To avoid this, you have to ‘Split From
Original’ the file prior to deleting it. Please refer to chapter 5 for further
information on Freecom SYNC and Microsoft Briefcase.

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The hi-speed data transfer through the USB 2.0 interface makes it ideally suitable
for data-storage, file sharing, backup, archiving, audio playback and all applica-
tions that need fast file access.
For your convenience, the Freecom ToughDrive has been partitioned (1 parti-
tion) and pre-formatted (FAT32 file system). The FAT32 format ensures maxi-
mum interchangeability of the Freecom ToughDrive between different comput-
ers. Should you choose to format the Freecom ToughDrive in another file system
(e.g. NTFS), please be aware of possible problems when connecting the Freecom
ToughDrive to another computer than the one you used for formatting.

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Installation of the Freecom Personal Media Suite software
Chapter 1: Installation of the Freecom Personal
Media Suite software (PC only)
If you want to use the SYNC function on the Freecom ToughDrive, you need to
install the Freecom Personal Media Suite software first.
Note: To use the functions of the Freecom Personal Media Suite
described in this handbook, your Freecom ToughDrive has to be
connected to your PC.
1.1 Installation of the Freecom Personal Media Suite
1. Insert the Freecom ToughDrive Software & Manual CD into your CD drive.
The Freecom start menu opens:
In case the software does not open automatically, please click on "Start" in
the main directory of the CD.
2. Click on "Freecom Personal Media Suite". The installation of the Freecom
Personal Media Suite starts now. Follow the instructions on the screen,
confirm with "Next" in order to continue with the installation.

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3. Please read the license agreement carefully. To accept the license agree-
ment, confirm with "Yes". Note: Clicking on "No" ends the installation.
Select the target folder and program folder in the start menu in which the
Freecom Personal Media Suite symbol is to appear.
4. Default target folder is C:\Programs\Freecom Personal Media Suite. You can
select a different target folder for the program files by selecting another
folder on your hard drive.

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Installation of the Freecom Personal Media Suite software
5. In the dialogue "Options" you can select whether to create a link to the
Freecom Personal Media Suite Software on the desktop and whether the
program should be started automatically when starting Windows. It is
recommended to select both options for better operation of the Freecom
Personal Media Suite.
6. Click on "Next" to start the installation. All necessary program files are now
written on the hard drive of your computer.
7. In the last window, you will be asked whether you want to start Freecom
Personal Media Suite now. It is recommended to select this option so that you
can configure the software for your Freecom ToughDrive. Please click on
"Finish".

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1.2 Deinstallation of the Freecom Personal Media Suite
In order to remove the Freecom Personal Media Suite from your computer,
please proceed as follows:
1. In the "Start" menu, please click on "Programs" - "Freecom Personal Media
Suite".
2. Select "Uninstall Freecom Personal Media Suite". The software is now
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Hardware Installation
Since USB 2.0 is backwards compatible with USB 1.1, the Freecom
ToughDrive can be connected to all USB ports. When connected to
a USB 1.1 port, however, the performance (data transfer rate) of
the Freecom ToughDrive will be much lower than when the drive
is connected to a USB 2.0 port.
Chapter 2: Hardware Installation
Connect the interface cable to the
Freecom Hard Drive.
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Chapter 3: Driver installation (PC only)
Under Windows ME / 2000 / XP a separate Freecom driver is not required. The
drivers will be installed automatically by the operating system after plugging in
the Freecom ToughDrive into the USB port of the computer.
Driver installation USB under Windows 98 SE
Note: Your Freecom ToughDrive is fully backwards compatible
with USB 1.1. The installation for USB 1.1 is the same as described
below for USB 2.0.
1. Insert the Freecom Manual and driver CD into the CD-ROM drive.
2. Connect your Freecom ToughDrive to the USB connector of your notebook
or computer.
3. The "Add New Hardware Wizard" opens and a "USB 2.0 Device" (USB 2.0) or
a "USB TO IDE" (USB 1.1) is found.
Click on "Next".

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Driver Installation
4. In the next window select "Search for the best driver for your device.
(Recommended)". Click on "Next".
5. Make sure that the checkbox "CD-ROM drive" is activated in the next
window.
Continue by clicking on "Next".

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6. The Hardware Wizard finds a "Freecom ToughDrive".
By clicking on "Next" the necessary files will be installed. Afterwards click on
"Finish" to complete the installation. Congratulations! You’ve just finished to
install the Freecom ToughDrive and the external hard drive is almost ready to
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Driver Installation
Chapter 4: Daily use of the Freecom ToughDrive
The hi-speed data transfer through the USB 2.0 interface makes it ideally suitable
for data-storage, file sharing, backup, archiving, audio playback and all applica-
tions that need fast file access.
4.1 Daily use of the Freecom ToughDrive with Freecom Per-
sonal Media Suite software (PC only)
Creating a SYNC folder (PC)
After the installation of the Freecom ToughDrive is finished, the Freecom SYNC
folder will be created automatically when Freecom Personal Media Suite was
installed before. If not, please refer to chapter 5.4.2 (Creating a new SYNC
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Chapter 5: The User Interface of the Freecom
Personal Media Suite (PC only)
1 Tabs for configuration of the Freecom Personal Media Suite components
- Secure & Compress
- Freecom SYNC
- Autorun
2 Minimizes Freecom Personal Media Suite in the taskbar
3 Input field (also shows the selected folder)
4 User menu
5 Connected Freecom ToughDrive (drive letter + available memory capacity)
6 Link to www.freecom.com. Click on this to access the Freecom homepage.
Here you can find further information about your Freecom ToughDrive.
7 Quick Help for Freecom Personal Media Suite
8 Minimizes Freecom Personal Media Suite in the system tray.
5.1 Configuration
To open the configuration menu, please right-click on the Freecom Personal
Media Suite icon in the system tray and select "Configuration":
1. "Show splash screen": Deactivate this function to prevent the display of the
start screen when starting the program.
2. "Start program on Windows start": Starts the Freecom Personal Media Suite
in the background with every Windows start. You will know this by the icon
of the Freecom Personal Media Suite in the system tray.
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Important: We recommend to leave the function "Start program
on Windows start" activated under all circumstances in order to
be able to use all the functions of the Freecom Personal Media
Suite (e.g. "Autorun", "SYNC on Freecom device plug-in")!
5.2 Autorun
The "Autorun" function enables you to open or start documents, files or
programs automatically when your Freecom ToughDrive is connected to your
PC.
Automatically start, for example, the last document you were working on, MP3
play lists, your favourite film and much more. These files do not have to be on
your Freecom ToughDrive for this.
5.2.1 Adding files / folders
1. Open the Freecom Personal Media Suite and select the "Autorun" tab.
2. Add files, folders and programs to the Autorun list by either clicking on "Add
file" and selecting the corresponding file or by pulling the files into the
Autorun list field using drag&drop.
3. For folders, please select "Add folders" or pull a folder into the Autorun list
field using drag&drop.
4. Alternatively, you can create a new folder on your Freecom ToughDrive using
the "Add folder" function by clicking on "Create new folder", naming the
folder and selecting it.
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5.2.2 Removing files / folders from the Autorun list
1. Open the Freecom Personal Media Suite and select the "Autorun" tab.
2. Select the file or the folder to be removed in the Autorun list field.
3. Click on "Remove". The corresponding entry is removed from the list.
5.3 Secure&Compress
The Secure&Compress function serves to compress and encrypt your documents.
Unauthorized access to your personal data is therefore impossible.
5.3.1 Add / Select Folders
1. Open the Freecom Personal Media Suite and select the tab
"Secure&Compress".
2. Click on "Change folder" and select the folder on your Freecom ToughDrive
whose content is to be compressed and encrypted.
3. Alternatively, you can create a new folder to be encrypted on your Freecom
ToughDrive using the "Change folder" function by clicking on "Create new
folder", naming the folder (e.g. "Secure") and selecting it.
In the selected folder, all files - even in sub-directories - are compressed and then
encrypted.
The active Secure&Compress folder is easily recognised on your Freecom
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5.3.2 Opening the Secure&Compress folder
1. Open the Freecom Personal Media Suite and select the tab
"Secure&Compress".
2. Click on "Open folder" in order to open the Secure&Compress folder.
3. If the Freecom Personal Media Suite is already open and has started mini-
mised in the taskbar, you can also open the Secure&Compress folder with a
right-click on the taskbar symbol of the Freecom Personal Media Suite:
4. Of course you can also open the Secure&Compress folder over the Windows
Explorer.
5.3.3 Encrypting files and folders
1. Open the Secure&Compress folder.
2. Pull the files or folders to be encrypted in the Secure&Compress folder using
the drag&drop function. Each file is now compressed and then encrypted.
3. The first time you will be requested to enter and confirm a password. Select
"Save password on this computer" if you do not want to be requested to
enter a password again.
4. Alternatively, you can also right-click on the files or folders and select the
Secure&Compress folder in the context menu under "Send to ...".
5.3.4 Decrypting files and folders
In order to decrypt files and folders which are in the Secure&Compress folder,
please proceed as follows:
1. Open the Secure&Compress folder.
2. Select the file(s) or folder(s) to be decrypted and pull them into the target
folder (e.g. with the Windows Explorer) using drag&drop.
3. Your files are now decrypted and decompressed. The encrypted original
remains on the Freecom ToughDrive.
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5.3.5 Deleting the Secure&Compress folder
Click on "Delete folder" in order to delete the selected Secure&Compress folder.
ATTENTION: All files in the folder are irrevocably deleted!
Before the deletion, a security request is carried out whether you really want to
delete the folder:
5.3.6 Changing the password
1. Open the Freecom Personal Media Suite and select the tab
"Secure&Compress".
2. Click on "Change password". The following window opens:
3. Please enter your current password in the top input field. Enter your new
password in the middle input field and confirm it in the bottom input field.