Instrukcja obsługi zewnętrznego dysku twardego WD My Passport

1. Wprowadzenie

The WD My Passport portable external hard drive provides trusted, portable storage for your digital life. Designed to be slim and durable, it fits comfortably in the palm of your hand, offering ample space to store, organize, and share your photos, videos, music, and documents. This drive includes backup software and password protection features to help secure your important files.

Image 1.1: The WD My Passport portable external hard drive in black, showcasinze względu na kompaktową konstrukcję.

2. Co znajduje się w pudełku

Upon unboxing your WD My Passport drive, you should find the following components:

• My Passport portable hard drive
• Kabel SuperSpeed ​​USB-A (5 Gb/s)
• Software for device management and backup with password protection (download and installation required)
• Szybki przewodnik

3. Konfiguracja

3.1 Podłączanie napędu

To begin using your My Passport drive, connect it to your computer using the provided SuperSpeed USB-A cable. The drive is powered directly through the USB connection, so no external power adapter is needed.

1. Znajdź dostępny port USB-A w swoim komputerze.
2. Connect one end of the SuperSpeed USB-A cable to the My Passport drive.
3. Connect the other end of the cable to the USB-A port on your computer.

Image 3.1: The My Passport drive connected to a laptop via USB cable, ready for use.

3.2 Initial Software Installation and Formatting

The My Passport drive comes pre-formatted for PC (NTFS) and is ready for use with Windows operating systems. For Mac users, reformatting the drive to a compatible file system (e.g., HFS+ or exFAT) is required for full functionality. The drive includes software for device management, backup, and password protection, which needs to be downloaded and installed.

• Dla komputera z systemem Windows: The drive is ready to use. You can access it via 'This PC' or 'My Computer'.
• Dla komputerów Mac: The drive may need to be reformatted. Instructions for reformatting can typically be found in the Quick Start Guide or on the WD support webstrona.
• Instalacja oprogramowania: The necessary software for backup and security features is located on the drive itself or can be downloaded from the official WD website. Follow the on-screen prompts to install the software.

4. Instrukcja obsługi

4.1 Przenoszenie Files

Możesz przenieść files to and from your My Passport drive using standard drag-and-drop methods or copy-paste functions within your operating system's file odkrywca.

• Przeciągnij i upuść: Open the My Passport drive folder and the source folder. Drag files or folders from your computer to the My Passport drive, or vice versa.
• Kopiuj i wklej: Wybierz files or folders you wish to transfer, right-click and select 'Copy'. Navigate to the destination on your My Passport drive, right-click, and select 'Paste'.

4.2 Using Backup Software

The included backup software allows you to automate data backups, protecting your important files from loss, including defense against ransomware. Refer to the software's user interface for detailed instructions on setting up backup schedules and selecting specific files or folders for backup.

Image 4.1: An icon symbolizing the backup functionality of the My Passport drive.

4.3 Ochrona hasłem i szyfrowanie sprzętowe

To secure your data, the My Passport drive supports password protection and hardware encryption. This feature is managed through the installed WD security software. Set a strong password to prevent unauthorized access to your drive's contents.

Image 4.2: An icon depicting a padlock, indicating the drive's password protection feature.

Image 4.3: An icon of a shield, representing the drive's defense capabilities against threats like ransomware.

4.4 Safely Ejecting the Drive

Always safely eject the My Passport drive before disconnecting it from your computer to prevent data corruption. This can be done through your operating system's taskbar (Windows) or Finder (Mac).

• Okna: Click the 'Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media' icon in the system tray, then select your My Passport drive.
• Prochowiec: Drag the My Passport drive icon from your desktop to the Trash, or right-click the drive icon in Finder and select 'Eject'.

5. Konserwacja

5.1 Opieka fizyczna

To ensure the longevity of your My Passport drive, handle it with care. Avoid dropping the drive or exposing it to extreme temperatures, moisture, or direct sunlight. Keep it clean by wiping with a soft, dry cloth.

Image 5.1: An icon illustrating the slim and durable design of the My Passport drive.

5.2 Aktualizacje oprogramowania

Regularly check for updates to the WD device management and backup software. Software updates often include performance improvements, bug fixes, and enhanced security features, ensuring your drive operates optimally.

6. Rozwiązywanie Problemów

If you encounter issues with your My Passport drive, consider the following common troubleshooting steps:

• Napęd nie został rozpoznany:
  • Upewnij się, że kabel USB jest prawidłowo podłączony do dysku i komputera.
  • Spróbuj podłączyć dysk do innego portu USB w komputerze.
  • Sprawdź dysk na innym komputerze, aby ustalić, czy problem dotyczy dysku czy portów USB komputera.
  • Uruchom ponownie komputer.
  • For Mac users, ensure the drive is formatted correctly for macOS.
• Niska prędkość transferu:
  • Ensure you are using a SuperSpeed USB 3.0/3.1 port on your computer for optimal performance.
  • Zamknij wszystkie niepotrzebne aplikacje działające w tle.
  • Check the health of your drive using the WD Drive Utilities software.
• Problemy z hasłem:
  • Double-check your password for typos, including case sensitivity.
  • If you have forgotten your password, refer to the WD security software documentation for recovery options. Note that data recovery may not be possible without the correct password.
• Software Not Installing:
  • Ensure your operating system meets the minimum requirements for the software.
  • Na czas instalacji tymczasowo wyłącz oprogramowanie antywirusowe lub zaporę sieciową, a następnie włącz je ponownie.
  • Download the latest software version directly from the official WD support webstrona.

For further assistance, consult the comprehensive support resources available on the official WD webstrona.

7. Specyfikacje

Image 7.1: Diagram showing the dimensions of the My Passport drive (4.22" x 2.95" x 0.75").

8. Gwarancja i wsparcie

8.1 Ograniczona gwarancja

The WD My Passport Portable External Hard Drive comes with a 3-roczna ograniczona gwarancjaNiniejsza gwarancja obejmuje wady materiałowe i wykonawcze powstałe w wyniku normalnego użytkowania. Prosimy zachować dowód zakupu na potrzeby roszczeń gwarancyjnych.

For full terms and conditions of the warranty, please refer to the documentation included with your product or visit the official Western Digital webstrona.

8.2 Obsługa klienta

For technical support, product registration, or to access additional resources, please visit the official Western Digital support webStrona. ten website provides FAQs, driver downloads, and contact information for customer service.

Urzędnik Webstrona: www.westerndigital.com/support