Seagate STBF500101 Disconnecting and Powering On, Connecting to Your GoFlex Satellite Network

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2. Setting up the GoFlex Satellite™ Device	Step 3: Disconnecting and Powering On

You can also install Seagate Media Sync™ software to help you copy your files and synchronize them once they are on your GoFlex Satellite device. Review “Synchronizing Your Files with Seagate Media Sync” on page 20 for more information on how to install and use Seagate Media Sync.

Note: Your Apple® device, Android® device or other WiFi device will play files only in the formats it supports. See your device’s specifications for details.

Step 3: Disconnecting and Powering On

Disconnect the USB 3.0 adapter and USB 3.0 cable from your GoFlex Satellite device, replace the plastic casing, and power on the device by pressing the power button.

Power Button

Figure 2: Powering on

Your Wi-Fi LED blinks green as your GoFlex Satellite device starts up. When the light is a solid green, your device is WiFi ready, indicating you can connect it to the GoFlex Satellite network.

Tip: Your GoFlex Satellite device is pre-charged from the factory and can run for approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour. You may want to charge your device before you connect to the GoFlex Satellite network and enjoy your videos, photos, and music. For more information on charging, see “Charging the Battery” on page 32.

For more information about all of the components (LED lights, cables, etc.) of your GoFlex Satellite device, review “An Overview of Your GoFlex Satellite Device” on page 30.

Step 4: Connecting to Your GoFlex Satellite Network

Your GoFlex Satellite device has its own wireless network. When you connect to it, it establishes a dedicated link with GoFlex Satellite over Wi-Fi.

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Contents GoFlex Satellite User Guide GoFlex Satellite User Guide Important Note FCC Radiation Exposure Statement Regulatory Compliance FCC Class B InformationDéclaration dexposition aux radiations Battery SafetyIndustry Canada Radiation Exposure StatementGoFlex Satellite User Guide GoFlex Satellite User Guide Contents An Overview of Your GoFlex Satellite Device About This Guide IntroductionProduct Specifications Supported DevicesSupported Web Browsers For Laptops, Tablets, and Smartphones Hardware SpecificationsSupported File Types For iPadsAbout GoFlex Satellite Wi-Fi Security Unpacking Your Box Setting up the GoFlex Satellite DeviceLoading Content Connecting Your GoFlex Satellite Device to Your ComputerSetting up Your Device and Loading Content Set up Your DeviceConnecting to Your GoFlex Satellite Network Disconnecting and Powering OnGoFlex Satellite User Guide Select Apple System Preferences Connecting to the GoFlex Satellite Network from a SmartphoneEnjoying Your Videos, Photos, and Music Installing GoFlex Satellite appsInstalling the GoFlex Media app Installing Seagate Media SyncSearching for Files Playing VideosTo search for a file from a browser To pause a video To play a videoTo stop playback of a video Viewing PhotosTo stop playback of a slideshow To view a slideshowMusic View Playing MusicTo pause the currently playing song, tap the button To control the currently playing songDocuments Screen Viewing DocumentsViewing Files on a Partitioned Drive Viewing Content in FoldersRearranging Files in the app Downloading Content to Your Media Device or ComputerSynchronizing Your Files with Seagate Media Sync Copying and Synchronizing Files Using a Mac ComputerSeagate Media Sync for Mac Using Automatic SyncCopying and Synchronizing Files Using a Windows Computer Simple iPad SyncSimple Sync Custom Sync Seagate Media Sync Managing Your Connected DrivesViewing Device Information Changing the Seagate Advisor SettingRestarting Your GoFlex Satellite Device Resetting Your GoFlex Satellite DeviceSelect Settings, and then select Restart Satellite Managing Your GoFlex Satellite DeviceShutting Down the GoFlex Satellite Device Restoring GoFlex Satellite to its Original SettingsTo restore your GoFlex Satellite device Select Restore All Settings. OrChanging the Name of Your GoFlex Satellite Device Disconnecting From the GoFlex Satellite NetworkSetting a Password Updating GoFlex Satellite SoftwareChanging the Language of the GoFlex Media app Deleting Content from Your GoFlex Satellite DevicePower LED An Overview of Your GoFlex Satellite DeviceUnderstanding the Components of Your GoFlex White blink Activity Adapter cable activity lightsCharging GoFlex Satellite Charging the BatteryTroubleshooting Common Problems and SolutionsCan’t connect wirelessly to the GoFlex Satellite Device My computer won’t connect to GoFlex Satellite Song, video or other file won’t playMistakenly reformatted the drive for my Mac Can’t connect to GoFlex Satellite from my smartphoneAlbum cover art appears in my photo slideshows Finding More Help