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General Troubleshooting

1.The Quick Start software does not detect my Shared Storage Drive.

1.Check that the Shared Storage Drive is properly installed, that the network connections are secure, and that it is turned ON.

2.Make sure that the power button light of the Shared Storage Drive is green.

3.Make sure that any firewalls on your computer are disabled.

For more information about firewalls, go to the Maxtor knowledgebase at: http://www.maxtorkb.com.

4.Make sure that the TCP/IP protocol is installed on your computer.

TCP/IP protocol on a Windows 98/Me system:

1.Go to Start > Setting > Control Panel. Click the Network Icon.

2.From the Configuration tab choose Add.

3.Click Protocol and then click Add.

If you do not see TCP/IP listed in this window, proceed to step 4 to install it.

The drive may build an information database, which may take a few minutes.

4.Under Manufacturers, choose Microsoft. Under Network Protocols, choose TCP/IP and click OK.

You may need to scroll down the list to find

TCP/IP. It should be the last item.

5.In the Network Application window, click OK.

6.If your computer asks for the original operating system CD, insert it and click OK.

7.Once completed, Windows will ask if it can reboot your computer. Make sure you have closed all applications and programs, then click Yes.

TCP/IP protocol on a Windows 2000/XP system:

1.Right-click My Network Places and select Properties from the drop-down menu.

2.Right-click the Local Area Connection and select Properties from the drop-down menu.

The Local Area Connection Properties window will appear. If you do not see TCP/IP listed in this window, proceed to step 3 to install it.

Figure 1. Local Area Connection Properties

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Maxtor 20274700 warranty General Troubleshooting, TCP/IP protocol on a Windows 2000/XP system

20274700 specifications

The Maxtor 20274700 is a notable addition to Maxtor's series of hard drives, designed with reliability and performance in mind. This 3.5-inch internal hard drive has been specially crafted to cater to the needs of both general consumers and professionals alike. Offering ample storage capacity, the Maxtor 20274700 is particularly suitable for users who require significant space for their data-heavy applications such as multimedia content, gaming, and extensive document storage.

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