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Step-by-step guide to physically connect the storage system to a home/office network using Ethernet and power cables.
Instructions for accessing the device on the network using WD Discovery, covering Windows XP, Vista, and Macintosh platforms.
Introduction to WD Anywhere Backup software for automatic computer backup to the network storage system.
Steps for installing the WD Anywhere Backup software on Windows and Macintosh systems.
Guide on setting up backup plans, including One-Click Backup and customizing backup content.
Steps to register and configure the My Book World Edition for MioNet remote access.
Steps to stream audio files from the My Book World Edition to iTunes on a computer.
Overview of the Copy Manager feature for backing up data between the network storage system and a USB hard drive.
Instructions on mapping network drives for easy access to My Book World Edition shares on Windows XP/Vista.
Initial setup and configuration of the My Book World Edition via its web-based interface for Windows and Mac.
Access to advanced management options via tabs like System, Network, Storage, Media, Users, and Status.
Configure device name, description, web access protocols, date/time, and time zone.
Menu to change the administrator's password for enhanced security.
Instructions for performing automatic or manual firmware updates to keep the device current.
Configure network connection settings, including connection method, IP address, and DNS.
Manage storage volumes and configure RAID settings for My Book World Edition II.
Steps to create, start, stop, resume, and delete download tasks using the Downloader utility.
Instructions for copying data from the network storage system to a USB hard drive.
Instructions for copying data from a USB hard drive to the network storage system.
Detailed steps for identifying and replacing a faulty internal hard drive in the My Book World Edition II.
Instructions for resetting the system via the reset button or to factory default settings.
Step-by-step guide to physically connect the storage system to a home/office network using Ethernet and power cables.
Instructions for accessing the device on the network using WD Discovery, covering Windows XP, Vista, and Macintosh platforms.
Introduction to WD Anywhere Backup software for automatic computer backup to the network storage system.
Steps for installing the WD Anywhere Backup software on Windows and Macintosh systems.
Guide on setting up backup plans, including One-Click Backup and customizing backup content.
Steps to register and configure the My Book World Edition for MioNet remote access.
Steps to stream audio files from the My Book World Edition to iTunes on a computer.
Overview of the Copy Manager feature for backing up data between the network storage system and a USB hard drive.
Instructions on mapping network drives for easy access to My Book World Edition shares on Windows XP/Vista.
Initial setup and configuration of the My Book World Edition via its web-based interface for Windows and Mac.
Access to advanced management options via tabs like System, Network, Storage, Media, Users, and Status.
Configure device name, description, web access protocols, date/time, and time zone.
Menu to change the administrator's password for enhanced security.
Instructions for performing automatic or manual firmware updates to keep the device current.
Configure network connection settings, including connection method, IP address, and DNS.
Manage storage volumes and configure RAID settings for My Book World Edition II.
Steps to create, start, stop, resume, and delete download tasks using the Downloader utility.
Instructions for copying data from the network storage system to a USB hard drive.
Instructions for copying data from a USB hard drive to the network storage system.
Detailed steps for identifying and replacing a faulty internal hard drive in the My Book World Edition II.
Instructions for resetting the system via the reset button or to factory default settings.
General| Type | HDD |
|---|---|
| HDD size | 3.5 \ |
| HDD speed | - RPM |
| HDD capacity | 4000 GB |
| File format system | NTFS |
| Storage drive buffer size | - MB |
| USB version | 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) |
| USB connector | Micro-USB B |
| USB data transfer rates | 480, 5000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum data transfer rate | 5000 Mbit/s |
| Bus powered | No |
| AC adapter frequency | 47-63 Hz |
| External power adapter | Yes |
| AC adapter input voltage | 100-240 V |
| Product color | Black |
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -20 - 65 °C |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 5 - 35 °C |
| Cables included | AC, USB |
| Connectivity technology | Wired |
Weight and Dimensions| Depth | 139.3 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 49 mm |
| Height | 170.6 mm |
| Weight | 1030 g |
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