Sony VGP-UHDM08 Operations Instructions

VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1)VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) 2005 Sony Corporation / Printed in JapanHard Disk DriveVGP-UHDM082-649-113-11 (1)Operating Instr

10VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1)Connecting the driveYou can connect the drive to the computer using the supplied USB cable.Notes• Place the drive on a fla

11Continued on next pageVGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1)About the power management function (power savefunction)When using the computer’s power management f

12VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1)Disconnecting the drive from the computerFollow the procedure below to disconnect this drive from your computer.(The follo

13Continued on next pageVGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1)Using Security FunctionAbout the drive security functionYou can lock the drive using the wireless ke

14VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1)Setting the security functionNotes• Do not disconnect the USB cable when the wireless keys are being registered.• Be sure

15Continued on next pageVGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1)4 Touch the wireless key receiver with the other wireless keyafter the blue light of the wireless ke

16VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1)Using the drive (secure mode)If you use the drive registered with wireless key, you need to perform thefollowing procedure

17VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1)Deactivating the security functionIf you want to deactivate the security function of the drive, follow the steps.1 Connect

18VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1)PrecautionsUsage and storagelocationsDo not use or store this drive in locationssubject to high humidity, high temperature

19VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1)• Make sure connectors are securelyconnected.Do not allow metal objects to fall insidethe connectors. If a short circuit o

2VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1)WARNINGTo prevent fire or shock hazard,do not expose the unit to rain ormoisture.To avoid electrical shock, do notopen the

20VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1)Getting HelpThis section provides information on howto get help and support from Sony, andtroubleshooting tips for your ha

21VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1)Operating environmentOperating temperature41°F to 95°F (5°C to 35°C)(temperature gradient less than 18°F (10°C)/hour)Opera

22VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1)If you lose a wireless key/If the wireless key is brokenIf you lose a wireless keyIf you lose both of the wireless keys, t

23Continued on next pageVGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1)Symptom Cause/RemedyThe hard disc drive isnot recognized by thecomputer (The icon ofthe hard disc dr

24VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1)Symptom Cause/RemedyData read/writefailure.Cannot read/writedata.An error messageappears after youdisconnect the USBcable.

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3VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1)Table of ContentsOverview ... 4Special features ...

4VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1)OverviewThe VGP-UHDM08 is a hard disk drive that is compatible with USB2.0interface. The drive has the following features:•

5Continued on next pageVGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1)Special featuresSecurity function (page 13)You can lock/unlock the drive by registering the supplied

6VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1)Supplied AccessoriesAfter unpacking the hard disk drive, make sure that the accessories listedbelow are present. If anythin

7VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1)Locating the Controls and ConnectorsFront1 ! DC IN connector2 USB connector3 REGIST button4 Wireless key receiver5 POWER in

8VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1)Getting StartedInstalling the batteries1 Turn the drive bottom side up.2 Slide the battery compartment lid out 1 and then o

9Continued on next pageVGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1)4 Close the battery compartment lid.z Tip: AC adapterYou can use the drive without batteries by conne