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Western Digital WDBCTL0020HWT User Manual

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WD My Cloud
Personal Cloud Storage
User Manual

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Western Digital WDBCTL0020HWT Specifications

General IconGeneral
Capacity2TB
InterfaceUSB 3.0
Backup SoftwareWD SmartWare Pro
CompatibilityWindows, Mac
BrandWestern Digital
ModelWDBCTL0020HWT
ColorWhite
Product TypeNetwork Attached Storage

Summary

WD Service and Support

Accessing Online Support

Guide to using the WD support website for downloads, registration, and knowledge base.

Contacting WD Technical Support

Phone numbers and contact information for WD technical assistance.

Registering Your WD Product

Instructions on registering the product online for updates and offers.

Important User Information

Important Safety Instructions

Guidelines for safe installation, use, and servicing to prevent hazards.

Recording Your WD Product Information

Essential product details to note for setup and technical support.

Product Overview

About the System

Introduction to the WD My Cloud's high-performance personal cloud storage.

Features

Key product capabilities like centralized storage, remote access, and backups.

System Requirements

Necessary operating systems, browsers, network, and internet for setup.

Pre-installation Instructions

Guidance on selecting a suitable place for the drive for maximum efficiency.

Handling Precautions

Care instructions for unpacking and installing the drive to prevent damage.

Product Views

Diagrams showing the front and back views of the device's ports and indicators.

Getting Started

Physically Connecting the Device

Step-by-step guide to connect the WD My Cloud to a home network.

LEDs

Explanation of front panel LED states for device status indication.

Getting Started Using the Online Setup Installer

Detailed steps for setting up the device via the online installer.

Creating a Personal Cloud

Initial setup for creating a personal cloud account and user access.

Getting Started Without the Online Setup Installer

Alternative methods for setup and usage without the installer.

Getting to the Public Share

Instructions on accessing the device's Public share folder.

Backing Up and Retrieving Files

Using WD SmartWare™ Pro (Windows Only)

Overview of WD SmartWare Pro features for automatic data protection.

Using Windows 7 Backup and Restore

Guide to using Windows 7's built-in backup tools with the device.

Using Windows 8 File History

Guide to using Windows 8 File History for automatic backups.

Using Apple Time Machine

Instructions for performing Mac backups using Apple Time Machine.

Managing Your Drive With WD Quick View

Installing WD Quick View (Mac)

Steps to install the WD Quick View utility on macOS for system management.

Accessing WD Quick View Shortcut Options

How to access the WD Quick View menu and its various options.

Checking Drive Status

How to view drive capacity and temperature using WD Quick View.

Shutting Down Safely

Recommended methods for safely powering down the WD My Cloud device.

At a Glance: The Dashboard

Launching the Dashboard

Various methods to access the WD My Cloud management dashboard.

The Dashboard Home Page

Overview of the dashboard interface, navigation, and status overview.

Obtaining Customer Support

Guide on how to access support resources and contact WD.

Managing Users and Shares

Creating a User

Step-by-step instructions for creating new user accounts for the device.

Creating a New Share

Detailed steps for creating new public or private shares for file storage.

Accessing the Contents of a Share Locally

Methods to open and access shared folders from your computer.

Accessing Your Cloud Remotely

Enabling Cloud Access for the WD My Cloud Device

How to enable remote access for the entire WD My Cloud device.

Enabling Cloud Access for a User

How to grant remote access rights to specific users via web or mobile.

Mobilizing Your Files with WD My Cloud Mobile Apps

Overview of mobile apps for accessing and managing files remotely.

Accessing Your Personal Cloud on the Web

Steps for first-time and returning users to log in via the web interface.

Configuring Settings

General

Settings for device name, language, cloud access, and energy saver.

Cloud Access

Enabling/disabling remote access and checking connection status.

Mac Backups

Enabling/disabling and configuring Time Machine backups for Macs.

Firmware

Information on checking and updating the WD My Cloud device firmware.

Utilities

System Diagnostics

Running quick or full tests to diagnose device problems and performance.

System Factory Restore

Restoring the device to factory defaults (system only, quick, or full).

Device Maintenance: Reboot and Shutdown

Procedures for safely rebooting or shutting down the WD My Cloud device.

Managing Safepoints

Creating a Safepoint

Step-by-step guide to create a backup snapshot (safepoint) of the device.

Recovering a Safepoint

Steps to restore data from a safepoint to a new or factory-fresh device.

Playing/Streaming Videos, Photos, & Music

Media Servers

Overview of the WD My Cloud as a media server for DLNA/iTunes streaming.

Enabling/Disabling DLNA and iTunes

How to enable or disable DLNA and iTunes media streaming features.

Accessing Your Personal Cloud Using iTunes

How to stream music from the device using the iTunes application.

Connecting a USB Hard Drive

Connecting A USB Drive

How to connect a USB drive to the device's expansion port for storage.

Mapping A USB Drive (Windows Only)

How to map a connected USB drive as a network drive in Windows.

Appendix A: Specifications

Appendix B: Troubleshooting

First Steps Checklist

Basic checks for common connection and status issues before advanced troubleshooting.

Resetting the WD My Cloud Device

Methods to reset the device to factory settings using the reset button.

Specific Problems and Corrective Actions

Solutions for common issues like LEDs not lighting or router failure.

Appendix C: Regulatory and Warranty Information

Regulatory Compliance

Information regarding FCC, ICES/NMB-003, Safety, CE, and GS compliance.

Warranty Information (All Regions Except Australia/New Zealand)

Details on obtaining service and the terms of the limited warranty.

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