Maxtor FireWire 800 User manual

Maxtor OneTouch™II Drive
FireWire 800 Edition
User’s Guide
EXTERNAL HARD DRIVE
P/N: 20280400

Contents
1 Introduction
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Drive Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Handling Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
About this Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Maxtor Product Support. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2 Installing Your Drive
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Macintosh OS X . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Macintosh OS 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Windows XP and 2000. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Installing Drivers Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
3 Using Your Drive
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Connecting and Disconnecting the Drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Using Retrospect
®
Express - Macintosh. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Using Retrospect
®
Express HD - Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Restoring Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Using the Maxtor OneTouch Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Installing Applications on Your Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Moving Data Between Two Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Playing Games . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Storing Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Using Security Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Adding Rubber Feet to Your Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
4 Glossary
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Index
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Introduction 1
Introduction
Thank you for selecting a Maxtor product.
The new Maxtor OneTouch
TM
II FireWire 800 Edition, with triple
interfaces (FireWire 800, FireWire 400 and USB 2.0), lets you
access high-end graphics, photos and video files quickly, and
connect easily with other computers.
This user’s guide will help you setup your drive and includes helpful
tips for performing backups and getting the most out of your new
Maxtor OneTouch II drive, FireWire 800 Edition.
The Maxtor OneTouch II drive, FireWire 800 Edition features:
•Triple interfaces: FireWire 800, FireWire 400
, and
USB 2.0
• Maxtor OneTouch™ button - the simple way to backup
your files
• EMC
®
Dantz
®
Retrospect
®
Express software
• Maxtor DriveLock™ security feature password-protects the
contents of the drive in case of loss or unauthorized use
• Mac and PC compatible (pre-formatted for Mac)
• Boot your Mac operating system directly from the drive
• Simple Maxtor user interface for drive management,
security and backup scheduling
The Maxtor OneTouch Settings utility features:
• Security settings to password-protect your critical data
• Power management features to conserve energy when
your drive isn’t being used
• Diagnostic utilities to check the health of your drive
•Customizing the OneTouch button which allows you to open
a frequently-used program with the touch of a button
• Using Retrospect Express to back up and restore your data
• Performance settings to enhance your drive
For more information about the OneTouch Settings, see “Restoring
Your Complete System” on page 42.
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Drive Components
Before installing your new drive, review the features shown
in Figure 1.
Refer to the capacity label on the front of the box of your
Maxtor OneTouch II drive to determine which model you have.
Figure 1.
Maxtor OneTouch II FireWire 800 Drive Features
Included in this Kit
The Maxtor OneTouch II FireWire 800 drive comes complete with
the components shown in Figure 2. Familiarize yourself with each
of these items prior to installation.
Figure 2.
Included in this Kit
USB
Port
Status Light
(Flashing Blue
Lights)
Maxtor
OneTouch
Button
Security
Locking Slot
Back
Power
Connector
Power
Switch
Front
FireWire 800
Ports
FireWire 400
Port
Install CD
Rubber Feet
Maxtor OneTouch II
FireWire 800 Drive
Power Adapter
USB Cable
User’s Guide
(Included on Install CD)
FireWire 800
(9-pin) Cable
Vertical Stand
FireWire 400
(6-pin) Cable
www.maxtor.com
Installation Software
Maxtor OneTouch™II
Includes:
•EMCDantz®Retrospect®
ExpressHD (Win)
• EMCDantz Retrospect
Express(Mac)
•Maxtor OneTouch Drivers
•Maxtor OneTouch Utility
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System Requirements
Macintosh
• FireWire 800 requires Mac OS X 10.2.8 or higher
and FireWire 800 (9-pin) equipped computer
• Apple G4 processor or greater
• Mac OS 9.1 or later (FW 800 not supported);
OS X (10.1.2-10.1.5; 10.2.4 or later)
• OS 9: 64MB RAM or more as required by
operating system
• OS X: 128MB RAM or more as required by
operating system
• CD-ROM drive
• Internet connection (for system updates)
Mac OS 9 is compatible only with the FireWire 400 inferface.
Retrospect Express does not work with the Server edition of
the Mac OS.
USB 1.1 is slower than USB 2 or FireWire.
Fi
re
Wi
re
800
9-pin to 9-pin FireWire 800
(1394b) Cable
USB
‘A’ to ‘B’ USB cable
T
he ‘A’ connector, typically, plugs into your computer
and the ‘B’ connector plugs into your drive.
If your computer has a different type of USB
connection, you can purchase the correct type
of cable from your local computer store.
‘A’
connector
‘B’
connector
Though this model has both USB and FireWire interfaces, it is only
possible to use one interface at a time.
FireWire 400
6-pin to 6-pin FireWire 400
(1394a) cable
Many laptop computers, have a smaller 4-pin FireWire port requiring a special
4-pin to 6-pin FireWire cable. This is not included, but can be purchased from
your local computer store.

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System Requirements
Windows
• FireWire 800 requires Windows 2000 or XP operating
system and FireWire 800 (9-pin) equipped computer
• Pentium III, 500 Mhz equivalent processor or higher
• 2000 Professional, XP Professional, or XP Home Edition
• 128MB RAM or more as required by operating system
• CD-ROM drive
• Internet connection (for system updates)
All references to Windows 2000 actually refer specifically to Windows 2000
Professional. Retrospect Express does not work with the Server editions of
these operating systems.
USB 1.1 is slower than USB 2 or FireWire.
Interface Requirements
• USB: Available USB 1.1 or 2.0 port
• FireWire: Available FireWire 400 or FireWire 800 ports
Handling Precautions
Handle your drive with care! Follow the precautions listed here or
you could damage your drive and void your warranty. Review the
Maxtor Limited Warranty Card, included in the box, for more
information.
The following precautions can prevent loss of data:
• Do not bump, jar, drop the drive or move while in operation.
• Do not set the drive on its side without using the vertical
stand as it could fall over and cause damage.
• Do not remove any cables or power cords without properly
disconnecting the drive through the operating system.
• Do not set any liquids or drinks on the drive. Liquids will
damage the internal electronics.
• Do not attempt to open the drive’s case. This will void
your warranty.

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About this Guide
The following symbols and conventions are used in this guide:
Maxtor Product Support
Maxtor Corporation provides a comprehensive product support
section on its web site, including the latest software drivers,
product specifications, user’s guides, a complete troubleshooting
section, and the Maxtor Knowledge Base – for answers to the
most frequently asked questions.
Maxtor USA Support
Visit www.maxtorkb.com for the following information:
• Search the Hard Drive Knowledge Base
We store all resolved problems and FAQ’s in our knowledge
base. Search by product, category, keywords, or phrases.
• My Stuff
Login to modify or view your FAQ update
notifications or update your personal profile.
• Most Popular Help Topics
Top five most frequently asked questions.
• Software Download
Download installation and diagnostic programs
for your hard drive or External Storage device.
Maxtor Worldwide Support
Visit www.maxtor.com and click worldwide support or
contact us for product support outside of the USA.
Bold
Used for menu, command, and keyboard
selections you make and screens you will see.
Italics
Used for emphasis and to identify new terms,
which may also be defined in the Glossary.
Helpful information about a particular topic.
Important information to prevent problems and
ensure that you are successful in using the drive.

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Installing Your Drive
In this chapter you will install your Maxtor OneTouch
™
II
FireWire 800 drive, the EMC
®
Dantz
®
Retrospect
®
Express backup
software, and activate the Maxtor OneTouch button for simple
backups of your valuable data anytime you need them. To ensure a
successful installation, follow the steps outlined below.
Please do not connect the drive to your computer until
after you have installed the software.
Follow these steps to install your drive
Step 1.
Install the software.
Step 2.
Connect the drive to your computer.
Software Installation Options
There are two options for the software installation:
• Full Installation (Recommended)
Installs the Maxtor software drivers necessary for the
OneTouch II drive to operate, the OneTouch Utility program
and the EMC Dantz Retrospect Express backup software that
allows you to backup data at the touch of a button.
• Install Drivers
Installs only the Maxtor drivers and the Maxtor OneTouch
Utility.
Select your operating system
The complete, step-by-step installation for popular Macintosh
and Windows operating systems is described separately in the
following sections. Simply find the section for your operating
system and follow the steps to get your Maxtor OneTouch II drive
up and running.
• Macintosh OS X : See page 7.
• Macintosh OS 9 : See page 13.
• Windows 2000 and XP : See page 18.
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Installing Your Drive 7
Macintosh OS X
Step 1. Install the Software
Software installation: Do not press the Maxtor OneTouch™
button until instructed by the User's Guide or installation
software. Please quit all applications before starting the
installation process. Do not remove the installation CD until
after completing the Maxtor OneTouch setup.
1.
Turn on your computer.
2.
Insert the Maxtor Installation CD into your CD-ROM drive.
After a few seconds, the Install CD should appear on your
Macintosh’s desktop.
3.
Open the Install CD Icon.
4.
Find the folder appropriate for your language and open it.
5.
Open the folder named OS X.
6.
Double-click the Install Retrospect Express icon .
The Authenticate window will open.
7.
Enter your Name (if necessary) and Password for your
OS X system.
(This is the Name and Password you set up when you originally
installed OS X)
Click OK.
The Retrospect Express Installer will open.
8.
Click Continue.
The license screen will appear.
9.
Review license agreement and Accept to continue.
The Install Retrospect Express screen will appear.
10.
This screen allows you to specify what type of installation you
want and where. It is automatically set up to do a Full Installation
(recommended) into the Applications folder on your Macintosh.
You can select the Custom Installation, using the Easy Install
menu (recommended), as well as change the location of the
installation using the Install Location menu at the bottom of
the screen.
When you are ready, Click Install.
The installation will begin.
11.
When the installation is complete, the Installation was
successful screen should appear, asking you to Restart.
12.
Click Restart.

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13.
After your Macintosh restarts, please remove the Maxtor
Install CD from your computer.
14.
Proceed to the next section: Connect the Drive.
Step 2. Connect the Drive
The Maxtor OneTouch II drive connects to your computer using
either a FireWire or USB interface. Make sure you know which
interface is available on your drive and on your computer.
Please install the software BEFORE you connect the drive.
Connecting the Power
1.
Plug the round female connector from the power adapter into
the drive’s power connector.
2.
Plug the two-pin female connector on the power cord
into the power adapter.
Figure 1.
Connecting the Power
3.
Plug the standard electrical plug from the power adapter into
your power source.
4.
Turn on the Maxtor OneTouch II drive using the power switch
on the back of the drive. The two blue lights on the front of the
drive should illuminate.
5.
Determine whether you have USB or FireWire ports available
on your system. If you are connecting your drive with FireWire,
proceed to “To connect the FireWire cable” on page 9.
Connecting with the USB Cable
Do not plug a USB cable into the drive when a FireWire
cable is already connected to the drive. The drive will only
operate with one interface at a time.
The Maxtor OneTouch button, Power management, and
OneTouch Settings utility program are not supported for
USB on the Macintosh. You may, however, use your drive
as external storage and utilize the Retrospect software to
maintain backup copies of your files and complete system.
To connect the USB cable
1.
Plug the larger end of the USB cable into any available
USB port on your computer. This USB logo
™
may help you identify a USB port.