Iomega ZIP drive 100 User manual

USB drive
User’s Guide
• Getting Started
• Operating Your Zip®Drive
• Zip®Tips
• Iomega Software
• Using Zip®Disks
• Troubleshooting
• How to Get Help
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Table of Contents
Getting Started
Installing Iomega Software .......................................................... 4
How To Install Without a CD-ROM drive..................................... 8
Using Your Drive
Operating your Zip®USB drive ................................................... 10
Zip®Tips ........................................................................................ 13
Iomega Software ......................................................................... 14
Using Zip®Disks ............................................................................ 16
Using Zip®Disks Cross-platform.................................................. 19
Troubleshooting
Zip®USB drive is not assigned a drive letter ............................. 20
Green power light does not come on ....................................... 20
Zip®drive performance seems slow ........................................... 21
How to Get Help
Iomega’s One-Stop Web Solution .............................................. 22
Automated Voice Technical Support ......................................... 22
Automated FAX-back Help ......................................................... 23
One-On-One Iomega Technical Support ................................... 23
Product Return or Repair ............................................................ 24
Warranty Information ................................................................. 24
Product Information ................................................................... 24
International Support Numbers ................................................. 24

Welcome to Zip® Drive!
Here’s how to get started using your new drive and software:
Install the Iomega software and your Zip®drive using the Quick
Install instructions or see pages 4 through 8.
Check the User’s Guide section, starting on page 9 for
information on using your Zip®drive and Iomega software.
Insert a Zip®disk and start using your new Zip®drive to:
Expand your computer storage – 100MB at a time… Move your work to
different locations and computers… Back up your hard disk quickly and
easily… Create a multimedia library… Store large scanned or
downloaded files… Organize large amounts of information… Take work
home or on the road… Design and demo multimedia presentations…
Use one disk per account, project, or client… Password protect sensitive
information… Archive old files and e-mail messages… Share large files
with co-workers, clients, friends, and service bureaus… Keep financial
and business records safe and secure… Collect stuff from on-line services
without filling up your hard drive… Store and run all your games… Save
absolutely anything you don’t want to throw away.
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Getting Started
The Zip®USB drive is designed for use on:
• Apple®iMac®
• Pentium 100 or higher running Windows 98 with a USB connection
Unpack the Zip®USB drive and accessories.
Quick
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• Installation Guide
• Troubleshooting
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• Installation Guide
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100 MB
USB Drive
Zip®USB Drive
IomegaWare™CD
Universal Power Supply
USB Data Cable
Quick Install
and User's Guide
MNOTE:A 100MB Zip
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disk is not included and will need to be
purchased in order to use your Zip drive. For maximum reliability, use
only Genuine 100MB Zip
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disks. M
Install the Iomega Software.
M IMPORTANT! Installing the Iomega software package installs the
drivers needed on your computer to support the Zip
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USB drive. If the
necessary drivers are not installed, the Zip USB drive may not be
recognized or may not work correctly. Note that a CD-ROM drive is
required to install the Iomega software. M
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If you are installing to an iMac:
a. Insert the IomegaWareTM software CD into the CD-ROM drive.
b. Double click the Installer icon in the IomegaWare
window (icon shown at right).
(If you can’t see the IomegaWare window, double click the CD
icon on your iMac desktop.)
c. Follow the instructions on the screen.
MiMac Users: Make sure the CD is pushed all the way down on the
CD-ROM spindle. M
If you are installing to a PC computer:
a. Close all open applications.
b. Place the IomegaWare CD into the CD-ROM drive.
The Iomega setup program should start automatically.
If it does not, follow these steps:
c. Double click the CD drive letter (usually D: or E:).
d. Double click Setup.exe (icon shown at right).
e. Follow the screen instructions to install the software.
f. During installation, some files may be updated, therefore, your
system may need to be restarted. If this is the case, setup will
automatically reboot when you click OK.

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Connect the power supply to your Zip®drive
and then plug it into an outlet.
The lightweight universal power supply included with your Zip drive
can be used worldwide. It works with voltages from 100 to 240 volts.
You may need a plug adapter for the outlets in a specific area. (Plug
adapters are available at most electronics shops worldwide.) Ensure the
green power light on the front of the Zip drive comes on after you have
connected the power supply cable.
Connect the Zip®USB cable to the Zip drive.
Use the USB data cable that came with the Zip drive to connect the
drive to your computer. Look closely at the cable ends for correct
orientation when connecting.
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CAUTION Do not use USB extension cables with your Zip USB
drive. Data loss may result. M

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Connect the Zip®USB drive to the USB port.
Look for “USB” or the USB symbol (shown at right),
which ususally identifies the USB connection.
If you need help finding the USB connection on your computer, refer
to the User’s Guide for your computer or USB adapter card.
MFor the best performance,connect the Zip drive the to USB port on
the side or back of the computer. You can use either USB port. M
If you encounter problems installing or using the Zip®USB drive, refer
to the Troubleshooting section, starting on page 20.
Insert a Zip®disk into the Zip®drive.
iMac users: When you insert a Zip disk, a Zip disk icon will appear
on your iMac Desktop.
PC users: You will see the Zip drive icon in My Computer or Windows
Explorer. Double click on the Zip drive icon to access your Zip disk.
Congratulations!
For information on operating your new USB Zip drive and
Iomega software, refer to Using Your Drive on pages 10
through 19 of this Owner’s Manual.
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How to Install Without a CD-ROM Drive
If you need to install or use your Zip®drive on a computer that does
not have a CD-ROM drive, you can download Iomega software from
the Internet.
Download Software from the Iomega Web Site
Contact Iomega’s web site for the latest version of Iomega software. All
components of the IomegaWare™software package can be downloaded.
1. Contact the Iomega Web site at http://www.iomega.com.
2. Click on Software Download to find the Iomega software for
your system.
Create Install Floppy Diskettes (for PC only)
If you have access to a computer that has a CD-ROM drive, you can
create floppy diskettes for installing the necessary driver software:
1. Insert a blank floppy diskette into the computer’s floppy drive.
2. Insert the IomegaWare™CD into the CD-ROM drive.
3. Open My Computer or Windows Explorer, right click on the
icon for the IomegaWare CD, and select Explore from the
shortcut menu.
4. Double click on the Diskette icon and follow
the screen instructions.
5. To install software drivers for your Zip drive, run
setup.exe from the install diskette you have created.
MNOTE: The floppy install diskette can only be used on a PC. The
install diskette includes only the driver software required to provide
access to the Zip drive, not the complete Iomega software package.
You can download all components of the software package from
Iomega’s web site. M

Using Your Drive
• Operating Your Zip®Drive
• Zip®Tips
• IomegaWareTM Software
• Using Zip®Disks
• Using Zip®Disks Cross-platform

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Operating Your Zip®Drive
M IMPORTANT! A 100MB* Zip disk is not included in the package and
will need to be purchased in order to use the Zip drive. M
To use the Zip drive, insert a 100MB* Zip disk, then select the Zip
drive letter or disk icon on your computer. Store and copy files to and
from the Zip drive using the same methods you use for other drives on
your system. (If you need instructions on how to copy files, refer to the
help files for your operating system.)
*100MB where 1MB =1 million bytes. The capacity reported by your operating
system may vary.
Green Power Light
(Shines when power is connected to the Zip drive)
Amber Activity Light
(Flashes when drive is transferring data or when inserting or ejecting a disk)
Disk Eject Button**
** The disk eject button will not eject a Zip disk that is mounted on the Mac
Desktop. Use the standard procedures described on page 11 to eject the disk.
Inserting Zip®Disks
IMPORTANT!
Insert Gently!
Disk shown
fully inserted
When you insert a Zip disk, the amber activity light on the Zip drive
will flash momentarily then go out. (If the light continues to blink
slowly, push the disk eject button to eject the Zip disk, then reinsert it.)
CAUTION Never put anything into your Zip
drive except 100MB Zip®disks with this symbol:
Using disks that do not have this symbol may
cause damage to your drive or loss of data. M

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Ejecting Zip®Disks
Mac OS systems –Select the Zip disk icon and use Put Away from
the File menu, or drag the disk icon to the Trash icon.
Windows 98 systems – Push the disk eject button or use the
Iomega software eject command.
Remove the Zip disk from the drive when your Zip drive is not in use.
To avoid damage to your drive or disks, always remove the Zip disk
before disconnecting or moving your Zip drive.
Disk Eject in Case of Power Loss
The Zip drive must be powered on for normal disk insertion and
removal. If you need to eject a disk during a power failure, disconnect
the power supply from the Zip drive and push a straightened paper clip
into the emergency disk eject hole on the back of the drive.
CAUTION Never remove a disk manually while the power supply
is connected to the Zip drive. Never force a disk into or out of the
Zip drive as this could damage the drive. M
Emergency Disk Eject
(use only when power is disconnected)
Security Locking Port
Security Locking Port
To secure your Zip drive, there is a security locking port on the back
of the drive. A special cable that connects to the security locking
port is available at most electronic stores. This cable can be used to
secure the drive to a desk, table or other equipment that is difficult
to move.

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Zip®Drive Power
When you shut down your system, you may want to disconnect power
to the Zip drive; however, it will not harm the drive to leave it powered
up. Disconnecting the power supply from the drive is an easy way to
power down the Zip drive. If you disconnect power from the drive but
leave the power supply plugged in, the power draw is less than 2 watts
(less than half the power needed for a night light). If you prefer to
power down completely, the easiest way is to plug the power supply
into your computer’s power strip and use the switch on the power strip
to power down both the computer and your Zip drive.
Drive Sleep
The Zip drive has an automatic sleep mode that spins down a Zip disk
after 15 minutes of inactivity. This feature minimizes power
consumption when the Zip drive is not being accessed. During drive
sleep, the green power light remains on, and the Zip disk automatically
spins up again when accessed.
You can use the Iomega Tools program included in your software
package or the Iomega Drive Options Control Panel to change the
drive sleep setting. Refer to the IomegaWare™Help file included in
your software package for additional information. (See page 15 for
instructions on accessing IomegaWare Help for your system.)

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Zip®Tips
Here are a few tips you’ll want to keep in mind to care for
your Zip drive and disks!
Always make sure the power supply is connected to the drive
before inserting a Zip disk.
CAUTION If a disk is inserted without the power supply
connected, and power is then applied, it could damage the drive.
If you accidentally insert a disk when the power supply is not
connected, eject it using the manual eject procedure described on
page 11, then connect the power supply and reinsert the disk. M
Never force a Zip®disk into or out of the drive.
Never use ordinary 3.5” floppy diskettes or floppy head-cleaning
disks in your Zip®drive. They will cause severe damage to the
drive.
CAUTION Never put anything into your Zip
drive except 100MB Zip disks with this symbol:
Using disks that do not have this symbol may
cause damage to your drive or loss of data. M
For best results, operate your Zip drive on a level surface when a
Zip disk is inserted and in use.
Avoid exposing the Zip®drive and Zip disks to dust, direct
sunlight, high temperature, moisture, or magnetic fields, such as
from monitors and some speakers.
Before disconnecting, shutting off the power, or moving your
Zip drive, always remove the Zip disk.
CAUTION Remove disks from the Zip USB drive before
disconnecting from the computer to avoid losing data.
Disconnecting the Zip USB drive from the computer while it is busy
transferring data may cause damage or loss of data. M
When connecting your Zip USB drive, use only the USB data
cable that came with the drive.
CAUTION Do not use USB extension cables with your Zip USB
drive. Data loss may result. M

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IomegaWare™Software
The IomegaWare software package* includes tools and programs
designed to help you take advantage of all the features of your Zip®
drive. You can use Iomega software to format, copy, and protect your
Zip disks, back up your hard drive, set options for your Zip drive,
and more. The IomegaWare software package includes:
1-Step Backup/Restore (Windows 98)
1-Step Backup easily backs up data files from your hard drive to Zip®
disks. (1-Step Backup does not back up all of your operating system
files or files that are in use.) When you need to restore a backup,
double click the 1-Step Restore icon. For information on using 1-Step
Backup/Restore, see IomegaWare™Quick Help in the IomegaWare
folder or click the Help button that is available when the program is
running. 1-Step Backup/Restore is available for Windows 98.
RecordIt™Software
RecordIt software allows you to record audio tracks from a compact
disc to a Zip disk and take those recordings anywhere you take your
Zip drive. The Audio Mic In feature allows you to record from a
microphone, making it easy and convenient to record meetings or
dictate a memo. RecordIt software is available for Windows 98 and
Mac OS.
M IMPORTANT! RecordIt software is intended for non-infringing use
only. Digital recording of music must be done within the bounds of the
personal use statute of international copyright law. M
Copy Machine
Copy Machine allows you to make a copy of a Zip®disk using a single
Zip drive. On PCs, Copy Machine can also be used to copy files from
one drive on your system to another (for example from the hard drive to
your Zip drive). Note that Copy Machine cannot copy files that are in
use. Copy Machine is available for Windows 98 and Mac OS.
*The Iomega software package shipped with your drive includes the programs
described in this section. The programs that work on your system will vary
depending on your operating system.

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FileMatch by Leader Technologies (Mac OS)
FileMatch lets you easily synchronize current files between your hard
disk and a Zip disk. Ideal for matching files between your Desktop
and a laptop.
Iomega Tools
Iomega Tools is a collection of disk and drive management utilities,
including format, disk protection, drive startup options, and more.
Under Windows 98, the Tools are available directly from the drive
shortcut menus (just right mouse click any Zip®drive icon, then
choose the tool you want to use). The Iomega Tools are available for
Windows 98 and Mac OS.
For information on how to use Iomega software:
After the software is installed (see the instructions on page 5), you can
find information on using Iomega software by checking the help files.
For additional help on any of the Iomega application programs, just
open the application and click the Help button.
Mac OS Users
You can find information in the IomegaWare Software Manual located
inside the IomegaWare folder on the disk you selected for installation
(usually the Mac hard disk).
Users with Windows 98
Open IomegaWare Quick Help located in the IomegaWare folder on
your Desktop. The Quick Help guide contains answers to frequently
asked questions as well as troubleshooting and basic “how to”
information. For additional help on any of the Iomega application
programs, just open the application and click the Help button.

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Using Zip®Disks
Use only Genuine 100MB* Zip®disks with your Zip USB drive. This
section describes some of the things you can do with Zip disks. The
help files contained in your Iomega software package include additional
information on using Zip disks.
*100MB capacity where 1MB = 1 million bytes. The capacity reported by your
operating system may vary.
Backing Up with Zip®Disks
It’s important to always keep current backups of your valuable data –
whether the primary data is stored on your hard drive or Zip disks! And
you can use Zip disks to back up both. The easiest way to back up your
hard drive to Zip disks is to use the backup program included in your
Iomega software package (1-Step Backup/Restore for Windows 98). If
you want to back up important selected files and have them
immediately available without having to run a restore procedure, you
can use your system’s standard procedures to copy files from your hard
drive to your Zip drive (for example, drag-and-drop files or folders
using My Computer in Windows 98). For information on how to back
up one Zip disk to another, see the next section.
M NOTE:The 1-Step Backup program is designed to back up data files
and will not back up all of the operating system files on your hard drive
or any files that are in use. M
Copying Zip®Disks
To make a copy of a Zip disk, use Copy Machine – it can duplicate a
Zip disk using a single Zip drive. To copy a disk with Copy Machine,
double click the Copy Machine icon in your IomegaWare folder, insert
the disk you want to copy, and follow the screen instructions. If you
need information on how to set Copy Machine options, select Help
from the Copy Machine menu bar.
MNOTE: Copy Machine cannot copy any files that are open or in use at
the time the copy is made. M
MIMPORTANT! When copying Zip disks on a PC system, do NOT use
the Microsoft CopyDisk utility that is available when you right mouse
click on the Zip drive icon under Windows 98, or the DOS program
DISKCOPY.EXE, which is included with Windows 98. These utilities
only work correctly with floppy drives. M

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Formatting Zip®Disks
Zip disks are available preformatted for Macintosh or IBM-compatible
PCs. This section includes brief instructions for formatting Zip disks.
CAUTION Formatting a disk erases all data on the disk. Do not
format any disk that contains information you want to keep! M
Formatting Zip®Disks under Mac OS
1. Insert the disk you want to format into your Zip drive.
2. Open the IomegaWare folder on your Mac hard disk, then open
the Tools folder and double click the Tools icon.
3. In the main Tools window, click on the icon for the disk you want
to erase.
4. Select the Erase Disk tool.
5. Choose Short Erase if you want to erase all data on a disk so you
can reuse it; choose Long Erase if you are formatting a disk where
you have forgotten the password. (Use either option to change the
format type from PC to Mac.)
6. Click Erase to start formatting the Zip disk.
Formatting Zip®Disks under Windows 98
1. Insert the disk you want to format into your Zip drive.
2. Right mouse click on the Zip drive icon (on your Windows
Desktop or in My Computer).
3. Select Format from the drive shortcut menu.
4. Choose the format type:
• Use Short Format if you want to quickly erase all data on a
disk so you can reuse it.
• Use Long Format with Surface Verify if you are formatting a
disk where you have forgotten the password, or if you need to
repair a disk that has developed read/write errors due to bad
sectors.
• Use either option to change the format type from Mac to PC.
5. Click Start to start formatting the Zip disk.

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Installing Applications to Zip®Disks
If you are using Mac OS, just run the install for the application and
select the Zip disk as the target for installation. On a PC, some
applications and games will only install to, or run from, a fixed disk. In
order to install these programs to a Zip disk, use the Make
Nonremovable tool in your Iomega software package to make the Zip
disk appear as a fixed disk to the system. After the software installation
is complete, use Make Removable to restore disk to removability. Note
that you may need to use the Make Nonremovable tool whenever you
run the program from your Zip disk.
Read/Write Protecting Zip®Disks
Iomega software includes a special read/write protect feature that
allows you to:
•Write Protect a disk through software instead of with a mechanical
write protect switch.
•Write Protect a disk and assign a password that must be used to
remove the write protect.
•Read/Write Protect a disk so that it cannot be read from, or written
to, unless the user enters the password you assign.
Setting Zip®Disk Protection under Mac OS
1. Insert the disk you want to protect into your Zip drive.
2. Open the IomegaWare folder on your Mac hard disk, then open
the Tools folder and double click the Tools icon.
3. In the main Tools window, click on the icon for the disk you want
to protect (or unprotect).
4. Select the Disk Protection tool.
5. Choose the protection option you want to use. Click the Help
button if you need information on any of the options.
Setting Zip®Disk Protection under Windows 98
1. Insert the disk you want to protect into your Zip drive.
2. Open My Computer and right mouse click on the Zip drive icon.
3. Select Protect from the drive shortcut menu.
4. Choose the protection option you want to use. Click the Help
button if you need information on any of the options.
MNOTE: Although Zip disk protection options are set and removed
using Iomega software, the actual protection mechanism is secured in
the drive hardware. This means the disk protection cannot be by-passed
using other software programs. M

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Using Zip®Disks Cross-Platform
Zip disks are available preformatted for Mac or IBM-compatible PC. If
you use your Zip drive on both PC and Mac systems, here are some
important points about disk formats:
On Mac OS Systems
• You can use PC-formatted disks on a Mac OS system that has PC
Exchange version 2.0 or higher installed. It is recommended that you
use PC-formatted Zip disks for file transfer only. You may lose file
resource information if files you use on a Mac OS system are stored
on a PC-formatted disk.
• You can change a PC-formatted disk to a Mac-formatted disk by
using the Iomega Tools application on a Mac OS system to erase
the disk.
CAUTION Formatting a disk erases all data on the disk. Do not
format any disk that contains information you want to keep! M
• Refer to the Iomega Software Manual (located inside the
IomegaWare folder on your Mac hard disk) for additional
information on using PC-formatted Zip disks with PC Exchange
(and other DOS-mounting utilities).
On PC Systems
• PC systems cannot read a Mac-formatted Zip disk unless special
software is installed on the system. If you try to use a Mac-formatted
Zip disk on a PC that does not have disk exchange software installed,
you will see a message indicating that the disk is not formatted.
• You can change a Mac-formatted disk to a PC-formatted disk by
using the Iomega Tools Format utility on a PC to erase the disk.
(Observe the CAUTION above!)
Transferring Files Between PC and Mac
If you need to transfer files between a PC and a Mac, you can use a PC-
formatted Zip disk if PC Exchange version 2.0 or higher is loaded on
the Mac. You can use a Mac-formatted Zip disk if the PC has disk
exchange software installed.
MNote: The Zip drive does not convert file formats. When using files
cross-platform, the file format and application must work on both PC
and Mac platforms. M

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Troubleshooting
If you encounter a problem while installing or using your Zip®USB
drive, check this section for help.
The Zip®drive is not assigned a drive letter under Windows 98,
or a Zip®disk icon does not appear on an iMac desktop.
(a) Check all connections.
(b) Make sure the drive is receiving power.
(c) Use the USB cable that came with your Zip drive.
(d) If you are using an iMac, make sure a 100MB Zip disk is fully
inserted in the drive. A Zip disk icon will not appear on the iMac
Desktop until a disk is inserted into the drive. When a disk is
inserted, allow a few seconds for it to spin up and mount on the
Mac Desktop.
(e) Make sure IomegaWare™software is installed. The IomegaWare
software package shipped with your drive includes drivers required
for the Zip USB drive.
(f) Try reinstalling the Iomega software package. If you are using
Windows 98 and Iomega software is already installed, remove it
using “Add/Remove Programs” in control panel, restart Windows,
then reinstall the Iomega software.
(g) If you are connected to a USB hub, ensure the hub is connected
correctly and has power.
If the problem continues, there may be a driver conflict on your system.
Please contact the Iomega web site (http://www.iomega.com) or call our
Automated FAX-back help for additional troubleshooting information.
Green power light does not come on.
(a) Make sure you are using the Iomega Zip universal power supply
that came with your drive. Ensure that it is connected to the Zip
drive as shown in the Installation Guide, starting on page 4.
(b) Make sure the power supply connector is completely inserted into
the Zip drive power connector.
(c) Make sure the power supply is plugged into a working power outlet.