מדריך למשתמש של כונן קשיח חיצוני נייד WD My Passport

1. הקדמה

The WD My Passport portable external hard drive provides trusted, portable storage for your digital life. Designed to be slim and durable, it fits comfortably in the palm of your hand, offering ample space to store, organize, and share your photos, videos, music, and documents. This drive includes backup software and password protection features to help secure your important files.

Image 1.1: The WD My Passport portable external hard drive in black, showcasinהעיצוב הקומפקטי שלו.

2. מה בקופסה

Upon unboxing your WD My Passport drive, you should find the following components:

• My Passport portable hard drive
• כבל SuperSpeed ​​USB-A (5Gbps)
• Software for device management and backup with password protection (download and installation required)
• מדריך להתחלה מהירה

3. התקנה

3.1 חיבור הכונן

To begin using your My Passport drive, connect it to your computer using the provided SuperSpeed USB-A cable. The drive is powered directly through the USB connection, so no external power adapter is needed.

1. אתר יציאת USB-A זמינה במחשב שלך.
2. Connect one end of the SuperSpeed USB-A cable to the My Passport drive.
3. Connect the other end of the cable to the USB-A port on your computer.

Image 3.1: The My Passport drive connected to a laptop via USB cable, ready for use.

3.2 Initial Software Installation and Formatting

The My Passport drive comes pre-formatted for PC (NTFS) and is ready for use with Windows operating systems. For Mac users, reformatting the drive to a compatible file system (e.g., HFS+ or exFAT) is required for full functionality. The drive includes software for device management, backup, and password protection, which needs to be downloaded and installed.

• עבור Windows PC: The drive is ready to use. You can access it via 'This PC' or 'My Computer'.
• עבור Mac: The drive may need to be reformatted. Instructions for reformatting can typically be found in the Quick Start Guide or on the WD support webאֲתַר.
• התקנת תוכנה: The necessary software for backup and security features is located on the drive itself or can be downloaded from the official WD website. Follow the on-screen prompts to install the software.

4. הוראות הפעלה

4.1 העברה Files

אתה יכול להעביר files to and from your My Passport drive using standard drag-and-drop methods or copy-paste functions within your operating system's file חוֹקֵר.

• גרור ושחרר: Open the My Passport drive folder and the source folder. Drag files or folders from your computer to the My Passport drive, or vice versa.
• העתק והדבק: בחר את files or folders you wish to transfer, right-click and select 'Copy'. Navigate to the destination on your My Passport drive, right-click, and select 'Paste'.

4.2 Using Backup Software

The included backup software allows you to automate data backups, protecting your important files from loss, including defense against ransomware. Refer to the software's user interface for detailed instructions on setting up backup schedules and selecting specific files or folders for backup.

Image 4.1: An icon symbolizing the backup functionality of the My Passport drive.

4.3 Password Protection and Hardware Encryption

To secure your data, the My Passport drive supports password protection and hardware encryption. This feature is managed through the installed WD security software. Set a strong password to prevent unauthorized access to your drive's contents.

Image 4.2: An icon depicting a padlock, indicating the drive's password protection feature.

Image 4.3: An icon of a shield, representing the drive's defense capabilities against threats like ransomware.

4.4 הוצאת הכונן בצורה בטוחה

Always safely eject the My Passport drive before disconnecting it from your computer to prevent data corruption. This can be done through your operating system's taskbar (Windows) or Finder (Mac).

• חלונות: Click the 'Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media' icon in the system tray, then select your My Passport drive.
• Mac: Drag the My Passport drive icon from your desktop to the Trash, or right-click the drive icon in Finder and select 'Eject'.

5. תחזוקה

5.1 טיפול גופני

To ensure the longevity of your My Passport drive, handle it with care. Avoid dropping the drive or exposing it to extreme temperatures, moisture, or direct sunlight. Keep it clean by wiping with a soft, dry cloth.

Image 5.1: An icon illustrating the slim and durable design of the My Passport drive.

5.2 עדכוני תוכנה

Regularly check for updates to the WD device management and backup software. Software updates often include performance improvements, bug fixes, and enhanced security features, ensuring your drive operates optimally.

6. פתרון תקלות

If you encounter issues with your My Passport drive, consider the following common troubleshooting steps:

• כונן לא מזוהה:
  • ודא שכבל ה-USB מחובר היטב הן לכונן והן למחשב.
  • נסה לחבר את הכונן ליציאת USB אחרת במחשב שלך.
  • בדוק את הכונן במחשב אחר כדי לקבוע אם הבעיה היא בכונן או ביציאות ה-USB של המחשב שלך.
  • הפעל מחדש את המחשב.
  • For Mac users, ensure the drive is formatted correctly for macOS.
• מהירויות העברה איטיות:
  • Ensure you are using a SuperSpeed USB 3.0/3.1 port on your computer for optimal performance.
  • סגור את כל היישומים המיותרים הפועלים ברקע.
  • Check the health of your drive using the WD Drive Utilities software.
• בעיות סיסמה:
  • Double-check your password for typos, including case sensitivity.
  • If you have forgotten your password, refer to the WD security software documentation for recovery options. Note that data recovery may not be possible without the correct password.
• Software Not Installing:
  • Ensure your operating system meets the minimum requirements for the software.
  • השבת זמנית תוכנת אנטי-וירוס או חומת אש במהלך ההתקנה, ולאחר מכן הפעל אותה מחדש.
  • Download the latest software version directly from the official WD support webאֲתַר.

For further assistance, consult the comprehensive support resources available on the official WD webאֲתַר.

7. מפרטים

Image 7.1: Diagram showing the dimensions of the My Passport drive (4.22" x 2.95" x 0.75").

8. אחריות ותמיכה

8.1 אחריות מוגבלת

The WD My Passport Portable External Hard Drive comes with a אחריות מוגבלת לשנהאחריות זו מכסה פגמים בחומרים ובביצוע בשימוש רגיל. אנא שמור את הוכחת הרכישה שלך לצורך תביעות אחריות.

For full terms and conditions of the warranty, please refer to the documentation included with your product or visit the official Western Digital webאֲתַר.

8.2 תמיכת לקוחות

For technical support, product registration, or to access additional resources, please visit the official Western Digital support webאֲתַר. ה website provides FAQs, driver downloads, and contact information for customer service.

רִשְׁמִי Webאֲתַר: www.westerndigital.com/support