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Lists all components provided with the SimpleDrive, including the drive, cables, and software.
Details copyright ownership, reproduction rights, and limitations for the user guide.
Outlines warranty disclaimers, information changes, and SimpleTech's liability.
Identifies registered trademarks of SimpleTech and other companies mentioned.
Specifies the minimum hardware and software needed to operate the SimpleDrive.
Provides step-by-step instructions for installing and connecting the SimpleDrive to a computer.
Guides users to online resources for additional information and support.
Identifies and describes the main physical parts of the SimpleDrive, such as ports and indicators.
Detailed steps for connecting the SimpleDrive via USB or FireWire ports.
Information on formatting the SimpleDrive, including partition options for different OS.
How to view, save, copy, move, and delete files on the SimpleDrive.
Explains how the capacity meter indicates the amount of available storage space.
Instructions for initiating a backup using the dedicated one-click button.
Steps to properly disconnect the SimpleDrive from the computer to prevent data loss.
Guide to installing the bundled backup and recording software onto your computer.
How to launch the ArcSoft TotalMedia Backup & Record software from the Start menu.
Steps to back up photos, videos, and music files using the TotalMedia software.
Instructions for backing up various types of personal documents and data files.
Guidance on using the advanced backup feature to choose specific files and folders for backup.
How to set up recurring, scheduled backups for important data.
Procedure for restoring data from a backup saved on a CD or DVD media.
Steps to restore data from backups previously stored on another hard drive.
Information on reaching SimpleTech technical support via phone, email, or online chat.
Comprehensive specifications including capacity, interface speeds, power, dimensions, and compatibility.
Defines the product warranty period, what is covered, and common exclusions.
Explains the procedure for obtaining warranty service and returning defective products.
Details the policy for returning hard drives, including conditions related to enclosure seals.
Provides address, phone, fax, and website for SimpleTech's main headquarters.
The SimpleTech SimpleDrive is an external disk drive designed to provide reliable, high-capacity storage for computers. It is compatible with PCs running Microsoft Windows 2000, XP, or Vista operating systems, and also supports Mac OS X. The SimpleDrive connects to a computer via USB 2.0/1.1 or FireWire 400 (IEEE 1394a) interfaces, offering data transfer speeds of up to 480 megabits per second for USB 2.0 and 400 megabits per second for FireWire 400. Deluxe models include both USB and FireWire ports for enhanced flexibility.
The SimpleDrive is designed for easy installation, requiring no special tools or equipment. Users simply connect the drive to an available USB or FireWire 400 port on their computer, and Windows automatically installs the necessary files. For optimal performance, it is recommended to install the latest Windows updates and service packs.
The device includes a Capacity Meter on its top surface, which illuminates to visually indicate the amount of available storage space. This meter consists of four sections, each representing approximately 25 percent of the drive's total capacity. When available storage falls below 10 percent, the meter flashes red for 10 seconds and then turns off. This visual cue helps users monitor their storage usage.
A key feature is the One-Click Backup Button. Once the included ArcSoft TotalMedia Backup & Record software is set up for scheduled backups, pressing this button instantly initiates a backup of selected files and folders from the computer's hard drive to the SimpleDrive.
The SimpleDrive is preformatted as an NTFS volume. For users planning to use it with Windows 98SE or Me, it is recommended to create two partitions: a FAT32 volume for compatibility with these older operating systems and a larger NTFS partition for Windows 2000, XP, and Vista. Instructions for formatting disk drives are available in the Windows operating system documentation. It is crucial to back up any important data before formatting, as this process deletes all existing data.
Users can manage files on the SimpleDrive just like any other drive on their computer, saving, copying, moving, and deleting files. The drive appears as "SimpleDrive" with an assigned drive letter in Windows Explorer (e.g., SimpleDrive (F:)).
To connect the SimpleDrive:
To disconnect the SimpleDrive safely:
The SimpleDrive comes pre-loaded with ArcSoft TotalMedia Backup & Record software, which facilitates data backup and restoration.
Setup.exe from the root directory of the SimpleDrive to launch the installation wizard, select their preferred language, and follow on-screen instructions.Start > All Programs > ArcSoft TotalMedia Backup & Record > TotalMedia Backup & Record.For optimal performance and reliability, users are advised to install the latest updates and service packs for their Windows operating system. SimpleTech does not perform data recovery services. If a SimpleTech Hard drive is defective and data recovery is needed, users are directed to an external URL for a list of data recovery vendors, though SimpleTech does not endorse or guarantee these services.
SimpleTech provides customer support during the warranty period (1 year for 160 GB SimpleDrive; 3 years for 250 GB, 320 GB, 500 GB, and 750 GB SimpleDrive models). Support is available Monday through Friday from 6:30 am to 5:30 pm Pacific Standard Time via phone, email (through their website's Tech Support/RMA Request Form), or online chat. The warranty covers defects in material and workmanship under normal use but excludes damage from accidents, misuse, unauthorized disassembly, or modification. Products with a "limited lifetime" that fail due to estimated life expiration are not covered. The warranty is void if the drive enclosure seal is broken, unless it was broken by a commercial data recovery company for critical data retrieval, in which case specific documentation is required for an exchange.
General| Brand | SimpleTech |
|---|---|
| Model | SimpleDrive |
| Category | Storage |
| Language | English |
