Preparation

Using the Drive When Connected to the Power Outlet

Connecting the drive

Connect the drive to the power outlet and to your computer as follows.

Power cord

To the power outlet

AC power adapter

To the computer’s

USB cable

USB connector

 

CHARGE/BUSY indicator

When you connect the drive as illustrated here, the drive comes on and the CHARGE/BUSY indicator lights green.

You can now use the drive with your computer.

Using the drive on internal power

The drive is equipped with an internal battery, enabling you to use the drive on internal power without being connected to a power outlet. However, before you can do this, you need to charge the battery. For details, see “Charging the internal battery” (page 20).

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