External Storage

My Book

Mac Edition

Mac-ready Eco-friendly design Compatible with Apple Time Machine

Instant Storage for Mac.

Formatted for Mac, this simple, elegant drive is very easy to use. Just plug it in, and youve got plenty of room to back up and save your valuable data, music, photos, and movies. Mac-ready out of the box Formatted HFS+ journaled. Smart, eco-friendly design: - Built with a energy-efficient WD hard drive inside. Perfect for adding storage to home or office Mac computers. - Preserves power by turning itself on and off with your computer. - Fanless for cool, quiet operation. - Shipped in fully recyclable packaging. Compatible with Apple Time Machine Use with Apples Time Machine or your favorite back up software.

My Book Mac Edition

Interface

USB 2.0

Dimensions
Height: Depth: Width: Weight: 6.5 in (166 mm) 5.4 in (137 mm) 2.1 in (54 mm) 2.6 lb (1.17 kg)

System Compatibility

Mac OS X Tiger or Leopard
Compatibility may vary depending on users hardware configuration and operating system.
Capacities and Model Numbers
1 TB 1.5 TB 2 TB WDH1U10000Ax WDH1U15000Ax WDH1U20000Ax

What it Holds

Photos

Limited Warranty

up to or or or

1 TB 1.5 TB 2 TB

284,000 426,000 568,000

250,000 375,000 500,000

1 year 2 years 3 years

PanAm EMEA APAC

Kit Contents
External hard drive USB cable AC adapter Quick Install Guide
Examples of the number of photos, songs, videos and any other files that can be stored on a hard drive are provided for illustrative purposes only. Your results will vary based on file size and format, settings, features, software and other factors.

Product Specifications

Data transfer rate:1 Up to 480 Mb/sec Operating temperature: 5C to 35C Non-op. temperature: 20C to 65C
A USB 2.0 host and USB 2.0 certified cable are required to obtain Hi-Speed USB performance.
Western Digital, WD, the WD logo, My Book, and Put Your Life On It are registered trademarks of Western Digital Technologies, Inc. Other marks may be mentioned herein that belong to other companies. Pictures shown may vary from actual products. Not all products may be available in all regions of the world. All product and packaging specifications subject to change without notice. The term of your limited warranty depends on the country in which your product was purchased. Please visit our web site at support.wdc.com/warranty for the detailed terms and conditions of our limited warranty and for a list of the specific countries in these regions. 2009 Western Digital Technologies, Inc. All rights reserved. As used for storage capacity, one megabyte (MB) = one million bytes, one gigabyte (GB) = one billion bytes, and one terabyte (TB) = one trillion bytes. Total accessible capacity varies depending on operating environment. As used for transfer rate or interface, megabyte per second (MB/s) = one million bytes per second, and gigabit per second (Gb/s) = one billion bits per second. 4178-705035-A01 Mar 2009

External Desktop

My Book

Mac Edition

User Manual

WD Service and Support

Should you encounter any problem, please give us an opportunity to address it before returning this product. Most technical support questions can be answered through our knowledge base or e-mail support service at support.wdc.com. If the answer is not available or, if you prefer, please contact WD at the best telephone number shown below. Your product includes 30 days of free telephone support during the warranty period. This 30-day period starts on the date of your first telephone contact with WD technical support. E-mail support is free for the entire warranty period and our extensive knowledge base is available 24/7. To help us keep you informed of new features and services, remember to register your product online at https://www.wdc.com/register. Accessing Online Support Visit our product support website at support.wdc.com and choose from these topics: Downloads - Download drivers, software, and updates for your WD product. Registration - Register your WD product to get the latest updates and special offers. Warranty & RMA Services - Get Warranty, Product Replacement (RMA), RMA Status, and Data Recovery Information. Knowledge Base - Search by keyword, phrase, or answer ID. Installation - Get online installation help for your WD product or software. Contacting WD Technical Support When contacting WD for support, have your WD product serial number, system hardware, and system software versions available.
North America English Spanish 800.ASK.4WDC (800.275.4932) 800.832.4778 Asia Pacific Australia China Hong Kong India Indonesia Japan Korea Malaysia Philippines Singapore Taiwan 6682/++9393 (MNTL)/(Reliance) (Pilot Line) +6550 +6008/88 1908/++6008/+6008/++6008/+65 62430496

Europe (toll free)*

00800 ASK4 WDEU (00800 27549338) +++31 880062100
Europe Middle East Africa
* Toll free number available in the following countries: Austria, Belgium, Denmark, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom.
MY BOOK MAC EDITION USER MANUAL

Getting Started

Thank you for purchasing this WD product. For the latest WD product information and news, visit our website at www.westerndigital.com.

Kit Contents

External hard drive USB cable AC adapter Quick Install Guide

Quick Install Guide

AC Adapter* USB Cable My Book Mac Edition
1 USA, Japan, Taiwan, Brazil, Mexico, Colombia 2 Europe, Korea, Brazil, Chile 3 United Kingdom
4 China 5 Australia, New Zealand, Argentina
Global AC adapter configurations*

Optional Accessories

For more information on optional accessories for this product, visit store.westerndigital.com (U.S. only). Outside the U.S., visit support.wdc.com.

Compatibility

Macintosh Windows
An available USB port Mac OS X 10.4.11+, 10.5.3+
An available USB port Windows 2000/XP/Vista
Note: Compatibility may vary depending on users hardware configuration and operating system. To use this device with Windows, you must first reconfigure it to Windows format. Search our knowledge base at support.wdc.com for answer ID # 1550 and follow the instructions as prompted.
Important: For highest performance and reliability, it is recommended that you install the latest updates and service pack (SP). Go to the Apple menu and select Software Update.

GETTING STARTED 1

Recording Your WD Product Information
In the following table, write the serial number and model number of your new WD product found on the label on the back panel of the device. Also, write the purchase date and other notes such as your operating system and version. This information is necessary for setup and technical support.
Serial Number: Model Number: Purchase Date: System and Software Notes:

Registering Your WD Product
Your WD product includes 30 days of free technical support during the applicable warranty period for your product. The 30-day period commences on the date of your first telephone contact with WD technical support. Register online at register.wdc.com.

Handling Precautions

WD products are precision instruments and must be handled with care during unpacking and installation. Drives may be damaged by rough handling, shock, or vibration. Be aware of the following precautions when unpacking and installing your external storage product: Do not drop or jolt the device. Do not move the device during activity. Do not use My Book as a portable device. To allow proper ventilation, do not block air slots located on the underside, top, or rear of the enclosure. Do not stack any objects on top of the device that may block ventilation.

GETTING STARTED 2

About Your WD Drive

Drive Format

This WD device is preformatted to HFS+ (Journaled) for compatibility with Macintosh operating systems. To reformat the device to Windows, visit support.wdc.com and search our knowledge base for answer ID# 1550. Important: Reformatting My Book erases all its contents. If you have already saved files on My Book, be sure to back them up before reformatting.

LED Indicators

The power/activity LED is located on the center, front panel of the device. The LED indicators function as follows. Power/Activity LED Appearance Steady Fast flashing (for approx. 3 seconds) Slow flashing (every 5 seconds) Alternating top and bottom
Description Power-on state or power-save mode Transitioning to system standby System standby Drive in use

ABOUT YOUR WD DRIVE 3

Features
Kensington Security Slot USB port

Drive Interface

Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0) supports data transfer rates up to 480 Mb/s. USB 2.0 is backward-compatible with USB 1.1. Connection to a USB 1.1 device transfers data at USB 1.1 speed (up to 1.5 Mb/s).

Kensington Security Slot

For drive security, this device is equipped with a Kensington Security Slot, which supports a standard Kensington security cable (sold separately). For more information on the Kensington Security Slot and available products, visit www.kensington.com.

ABOUT YOUR WD DRIVE 4

Connecting the Device
1. Turn on your computer. 2. Connect the drives power cord and USB cable as shown. The drive mounts to the desktop and a My Book icon appears. The drive is ready for use. 3. To view the user manual, double-click the My Book drive icon. 4. Double-click the WD_Mac_Tools folder. If prompted, select the language of choice from the available folders.

CONNECTING THE DEVICE 5

Turning Off/Disconnecting the Device

SmartPower

My Book automatically powers off and on with the computer. Important: To prevent data loss, close all active windows and applications before shutting down the drive. You may also safely turn off the drive without powering down the computer: Drag the My Book icon to the Trash icon for proper dismount. You may hear the drive power down as the Power LED flashes. When the Power LED is steady, you may press the Power button once or disconnect the drives power cord to turn off the drive safely.
.TURNING OFF/DISCONNECTING THE DEVICE 6

Troubleshooting

If you have problems when installing or using this product, refer to this troubleshooting section or visit our support website at support.wdc.com and search our knowledge base for more help.
How to format the drive to Mac OS format back up data using Mac OS 10.5.x and Time Machine format a WD external drive for usage with Windows use a WD external drive with My Computer Answer ID 1550 1717
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why does the drive not power up or is not recognized by the computer? A: You must use the FireWire or USB cable supplied in the kit. For USB connectivity, a special USB cable may be needed for computers with limited bus power. For more information in the U.S., visit shopwd.com. Outside the U.S., contact WD Technical Support in your region. If your system has a USB 2.0 PCI adapter card, be sure that its drivers are installed before connecting your WD USB 2.0 external storage product. The drive is not recognized correctly unless USB 2.0 root hub and host controller drivers are installed. Contact the adapter card manufacturer for installation procedures. Q: How do I partition and reformat the drive for Windows? A: For directions on how to partition and format this device for Windows, please search our knowledge base for answer ID 1550 at support.wdc.com. Q: Why is the data transfer rate slow? A: Your system may be operating at USB 1.1 speeds due to an incorrect driver installation of the USB 2.0 adapter card or a system that does not support USB 2.0. If your system includes a PCI slot, you can achieve Hi-Speed USB transfer rates by installing a USB 2.0 PCI adapter card. Contact the card manufacturer for installation procedures and more information.

TROUBLESHOOTING 7

Appendix

Regulatory Compliance

FCC Class B Information
This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits of a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This unit generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio or television reception. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by WD could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.

ICES/NMB-003 Compliance

Cet appareil de la classe B est conforme la norme NMB-003 du Canada. This device complies with Canadian ICES-003 Class B.

Safety Compliance

Approved for US and Canada. CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1, UL 60950-1: Safety of Information Technology Equipment. Approuv pour les Etats-Unis et le Canada. CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1 : Sret d'quipement de technologie de l'information. This product is intended to be supplied by a listed limited power source, double insulated, or direct plug-in power unit marked Class 2.

CE Compliance For Europe

Marking by the CE symbol indicates compliance of this system to the applicable Council Directives of the European Union, including the EMC Directive (2004/108/EC) and the Low Voltage Directive (2006/95/EC). A Declaration of Conformity in accordance with the applicable directives has been made and is on file at Western Digital Europe.

GS Mark (Germany only)

Machine noise - regulation 3. GPSGV: Unless declared otherwise, the highest level of sound pressure from this product is 70db(A) or less, per EN ISO 7779. Maschinenlrminformations-Verordnung 3. GPSGV: Der hchste Schalldruckpegel betrgt 70 db(A) oder weniger gem EN ISO 7779, falls nicht anders gekennzeichnet oder spezifiziert.

VCCI Notice (Japan only)

This is a Class B product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) from information technology equipment. If this is used near a radio or television receiver in a domestic environment, it may cause radio interference. Install and use the equipment according to the instruction manual.
MIC Notice (Republic of Korea only)
Class B Device 1 Please note that this device has been approved for non-business purposes and may be used in any environment, including residential areas.
Environmental Compliance (China)
(Pb) O O O O O O O O O O O O O X O O O (PCB) (Cd) O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O (Hg) O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O IC MCV MCV (Cr6+) O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O (PBB) O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O O (PBDE)
HDD EMI Kensington 6-32x6.35mm M3x5mm+5W

(PCA)*

APPENDIX 8

Warranty Information

Obtaining Service WD values your business and always attempts to provide you the very best of service. If this Product requires maintenance, either contact the dealer from whom you originally purchased the Product or visit our product support Web site at support.wdc.com for information on how to obtain service or a Return Material Authorization (RMA). If it is determined that the Product may be defective, you will be given an RMA number and instructions for Product return. An unauthorized return (i.e., one for which an RMA number has not been issued) will be returned to you at your expense. Authorized returns must be shipped in an approved shipping container, prepaid and insured, to the address provided on your return paperwork. Your original box and packaging materials should be kept for storing or shipping your WD product. To conclusively establish the period of warranty, check the warranty expiration (serial number required) via support.wdc.com. WD shall have no liability for lost data regardless of the cause, recovery of lost data, or data contained in any Product placed in its possession. Limited Warranty WD warrants that the Product, in the course of its normal use, will for the term defined below, be free from defects in material and workmanship and will conform to WDs specification therefor. The term of your limited warranty depends on the country in which your Product was purchased. The term of your limited warranty is for 1 year in the North, South and Central America region, 2 years in the Europe, the Middle East and Africa region, and 3 years in the Asia Pacific region, unless otherwise required by law. The term of your limited warranty period shall commence on the purchase date appearing on your purchase receipt. WD shall have no liability for any Product returned if WD determines that the Product was stolen from WD or that the asserted defect a) is not present, b) cannot reasonably be rectified because of damage occurring before WD receives the Product, or c) is attributable to misuse, improper installation, alteration (including removing or obliterating labels and opening or removing external enclosures, unless the product is on the list of limited user-serviceable products and the specific alteration is within the scope of the applicable instructions, as found at support.wdc.com), accident or mishandling while in the possession of someone other than WD. Subject to the limitations specified above, your sole and exclusive warranty shall be, during the period of warranty specified above and at WDs option, the repair or replacement of the Product. The foregoing warranty of WD shall extend to repaired or replaced Products for the balance of the applicable period of the original warranty or ninety (90) days from the date of shipment of a repaired or replaced Product, whichever is longer. The foregoing limited warranty is WDs sole warranty and is applicable only to products sold as new. The remedies provided herein are in lieu of a) any and all other remedies and warranties, whether expressed, implied or statutory, including but not limited to, any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, and b) any and all obligations and liabilities of WD for damages including, but not limited to accidental, consequential, or special damages, or any financial loss, lost profits or expenses, or lost data arising out of or in connection with the purchase, use, or performance of the Product, even if WD has been advised of the possibility of such damages. In the United States, some states do not allow exclusion or limitations of incidental or consequential damages, so the limitations above may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Western Digital 20511 Lake Forest Drive Lake Forest, California 92630 U.S.A.
Information furnished by WD is believed to be accurate and reliable; however, no responsibility is assumed by WD for its use nor for any infringement of patents or other rights of third parties which may result from its use. No license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of WD. WD reserves the right to change specifications at any time without notice. Western Digital, WD, the WD logo, and My Book are registered trademarks; and Mac Edition and SmartPower are trademarks of Western Digital Technologies, Inc. Other marks may be mentioned herein that belong to other companies. 2008 Western Digital Technologies, Inc. All rights reserved. 4779-705017-A00 Nov 2008

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