From the Manufacturer
High-speed storage, conveniently placed buttons and easy-to-use backup features make the 80 GB WD Dual-option external USB drive an ideal solution for that much-needed additional storage and a perfect place to back up your valuable data, music, photos and movies.
Features
- Dual-option Backup -- choose how and when to back up your data, automatically or on-the-spot
- USB 2.0 interface -- high-speed connection for maximum throughput
- Front-mounted power button -- equipped with WDs exclusive Safe Shutdown feature that ensures all data has been safely transferred before shutting down the drive
- 7200 RPM rotational speed
- Preformatted; simply plug it in and go
- Designed for near-silent operation with WDs whisper-quiet hard drive
- Fast, easy connection to PC or Macintosh computers
- Cool, heat-dissipating case
- Stands vertically or horizontally
- Stackable
Applications
- Back up your existing hard drive
- Archive the music stored on your MP3 player
- Add plenty of space for digital video capture and editing
- Save and organize your digital photo collection
- Back up your valuable data from notebooks
- Easily share files between computers
- Add virtually unlimited storage with multiple external hard drives
System Requirements
PC Users
- Available USB port
- Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, XP
Macintosh Users
- Available USB port
- Mac OS v9.2.2 or Mac OS X v10.2.8+
Kit Contents
- 80 GB USB 2.0 external hard drive
- 6 foot (1.8m) USB 2.0 certified cable
- Software CD including Dantz Retrospect Express backup software
- AC adapter with power cord
- Vertical stands
- Feet for horizontal placement
- Quick Install Guide
Product Description
External USB hard drive provides automatic or on-demand backup / Save or easily back up valuable data, music, photos, and movies Average Rotational Latency - 4.2ms Rotational Speed - 7,200 RPM Interfaces - 2x FireWire 6 pin IEEE 1394 (FireWire), 1x Hi-Speed 4 pin USB Type B ( input ), 2x Hi-Speed 4 pin USB Type A ( output ) Safe Shutdown, a WD-exclusive feature that ensures all data has been transferred before shutting down the drive Dual-option Backup-automatic or on-demand USB 2.0 hub with two ports Front-mounted power button with Safe Shutdown for data protection Fluid Dynamic Bearing (FDB) motor for near-silent operation Cool running ensured by an elegant, heat-dissipating case Voltage Required - AC 110/230 V (50/60Hz) Ambient Temperature - Operating 32-104 F Dimensions - Height 1.7 x Width 6.08 x Depth 8.6 inches System Requirements - Windows 98SE, 2000, ME, XP, Mac OS 9.2 or later
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