Buffalo Technology HDS-PHU2 Series user manual Safety Precautions

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2 Safety Precautions

This describes the safety precautions for use with this product.

Safety Precautions

CAUTION Do not perform any of the following, as this can result in a loss of data.

Setting this device as the save destination of virtual memory.

Removing the USB cable or power cable or turning off the power of the connected computer while this device is being accessed.

Enabling the power-saving mode (standby, hibernation, or sleep) of the connected computer. (The device may not resume operations after entering the power-saving mode.)

After you are done using this device, be sure to disconnect it from the computer.

The device automatically locks when disconnected from the computer. If the computer is turned off or restarted without first disconnecting the device, the device may not lock.

If you forget the password, you will not be able access the data recorded on this device, so take measures so you do not forget the password.

Keep your password secret and do not tell it to others.

In Windows 2000, after the password is authenticated, the [Unplug or Eject Hardware] notification appears, but the device operates normally. Click [Close] to close the notification. You can continue to use the device.

In Macintosh, multiple devices cannot be used at the same time.

In Macintosh, install the password authentication software before using the device. (In Windows, there is no need to install the software.)

In Macintosh, if multiple operating systems are installed, install the password authentication software on all Macintosh operating systems.

The maximum size for a file stored to a FAT32 formatted hard drive is 4 GB.

This device is formatted as a FAT32 hard drive, so the maximum file size is 4 GB. If you reformat this device with an NTFS format or Macintosh format, you can store files that are larger than 4 GB

In Windows 2000, the [Found New Hardware Wizard] dialog box may appear during setup. Click [Finish] on the dialog box.

The [The software for this device is now installed, but may not work correctly.] message appears, but the device operates normally.

HDS-PHU2 Series User's Manual

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Contents USB Hard Drive with Encryption HDS-PHU2 Series Symbols Using This Manual Next operation symbol Terms Used in This ManualTable of Contents Layout LayoutSafety Precautions Safety PrecautionsManager Macintosh Locking the Drive After AuthenticationClick Click Option How to Use with WindowsEnter the current password II Authenticating the Password to UseMake sure Secure Disk is added Make sure Secure Disk is added in Computer My ComputerInstalling the Password Authentication Software How to Use with a Mac2 places III Authenticating the Password to UseEnter the password Click Authenticate Is displayed on the desktop Windows Click Reset PasswordMacintosh Click Option Click Reset PasswordConfirm the content Click Yes Specifications SpecificationsFirst Edition, May 30 Published by