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    VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1)  2005 Sony Corporation / Printed in Japan Hard Disk Dr iv e V GP-UHDM08 2-649-113- 11 (1) Operating Instructions http://www.sony.net/ 00GB00COV_UHDM08.p65 05.7.28, 4:50 PM 1[...]

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    2 VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) W ARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. For customers in the U.S.A. Owner’s Record The model number and the serial number are located on the bottom of the drive. Record the ser[...]

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    3 VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) Table of Contents Overview ................................................ 4 Special features ............................... 5 Compatible computers ..................... 5 Supplied Accessories .............................. 6 Locating the Controls and Connectors ... 7 Getting Started ..................................[...]

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    4 VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) Overview The VGP-UHDM08 is a hard disk drive that is compatible with USB2.0 interface. The drive has the following features: •A 2.5 inch, approx. 80 * GB hard disk drive with a maximum transfer rate of 43.7 Mbytes per second. • The ability used to store large amounts of data. • This hard disk drive corresponds to [...]

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    5 Continued on next page VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) Special features Security function (page 13) You can lock/unlock the drive by registering the supplied wireless key. Notes Be sure not to lose the registered wireless keys. If both wireless keys are lost, your computer may not recognize the hard disk drive. See “If you lose a wireless key/If the[...]

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    6 VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) Supplied Accessories After unpacking the hard disk drive, make sure that the accessories listed below are present. If anything is missing or damaged, contact the Sony dealer where you purchased this product or a Sony service representative in your area. • Hard disk drive (1) • USB cable (1) • Pouch (1) • Wireles[...]

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    7 VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) Locating the Controls and Connectors Front 1 ! DC IN connector 2 USB connector 3 REGIST button 4 Wireless key receiver 5 POWER indicator 6 BATT indicator 7 ACCESS indicator 8 LOCK indicator 9 UNLOCK indicator Rear 0 CANCEL button 01GB02C01_UHDM08.p65 05.8.2, 4:16 PM 7 Black[...]

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    8 VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) Getting Started Installing the batteries 1 Turn the drive bottom side up. 2 Slide the battery compartment lid out 1 and then open it up 2 . 3 Be sure to line up the + and - of the batteries and insert the two supplied size AA (LR6) alkaline batteries. Notes To avoid battery leakage or corrosion, be sure to do the follow[...]

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    9 Continued on next page VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) 4 Close the battery compartment lid. z Tip: AC adapter You can use the drive without batteries by connecting the AC adapter (not supplied) to the connector (DC IN). If you use an AC adapter, use only the Sony VGP-AC5V1 (not supplied). No other AC adapter can be used. For information on the AC adap[...]

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    10 VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) Connecting the drive You can connect the drive to the computer using the supplied USB cable. Notes • Place the drive on a flat surface. • Do not connect the drive to an external USB hub. • Some computers may not operate the drive correctly due to lack of power. In this case, you need to use the AC adapter. For in[...]

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    11 Continued on next page VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) About the power management function (power save function) When using the computer’s power management function (power save function), note the following points: • Set your computer so that it does not switch to a power save mode while the ACCESS indicator on the drive is flashing. For more inf[...]

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    12 VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) Disconnecting the drive from the computer Follow the procedure below to disconnect this drive from your computer. (The following procedures are for Windows XP.) Notes • Before disconnecting the drive, close any open programs. • If the message below appears when you attempt to disconnect the drive, close any running[...]

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    13 Continued on next page VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) Using Security Function About the drive security function You can lock the drive using the wireless key. When you register the wireless key(s), you cannot use the drive until you release the lock using the wireless key each time you connect the USB cable. Enabling the security function to secure [...]

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    14 VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) Setting the security function Notes • Do not disconnect the USB cable when the wireless keys are being registered. • Be sure that the computer is not in power save mode when the wireless keys are being registered. • You need to register both wireless keys. 1 Turn on the computer and connect the drive using the US[...]

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    15 Continued on next page VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) 4 Touch the wireless key receiver with the other wireless key after the blue light of the wireless key receiver starts to flash again. The blue light will go out after the wireless key is registered. z Tips • The blue light of the wireless key receiver repeats this pattern: flashes twice and go[...]

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    16 VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) Using the drive (secure mode) If you use the drive registered with wireless key, you need to perform the following procedures each time you connect the USB cable to the computer. Furthermore, you also need to operate them as below status. • When restarting the computer • When returning from hibernation • When ret[...]

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    17 VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) Deactivating the security function If you want to deactivate the security function of the drive, follow the steps. 1 Connect the drive to the computer and touch the wireless key receiver with the wireless key to unlock. 2 Turn the drive bottom side up and open the lid, then press the CANCEL button. The LOCK and UNLOCK [...]

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    18 VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) Precautions Usage and storage locations Do not use or store this drive in locations subject to high humidity, high temperatures, strong vibrations, or direct sunlight. Operation • Do not move the drive during operation. This prevents the possibility of malfunctions. • Place the drive on a flat, stable surface for o[...]

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    19 VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) • Make sure connectors are securely connected. Do not allow metal objects to fall inside the connectors. If a short circuit occurs between the pins in the connectors, fire or damage to the equipment may result. • Disconnect the power when not in use for long periods of time. When the AC adapter is connected, it use[...]

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    20 VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) Getting Help This section provides information on how to get help and support from Sony, and troubleshooting tips for your hard disk drive. About Sony’s support options Sony provides several support options for your hard disk drive. When you have questions about your hard disk drive or the software, refer to the foll[...]

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    21 VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) Operating environment Operating temperature 41°F to 95°F (5°C to 35°C) (temperature gradient less than 18°F (10°C)/hour) Operating humidity 20% to 80% (no condensation), provided that humidity is less than 65% at 95°F (35°C) (hygrometer reading of less than 84°F (29°C)) Storage temperature –4°F to 140°F ([...]

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    22 VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) If you lose a wireless key/ If the wireless key is broken If you lose a wireless key If you lose both of the wireless keys, the drive cannot be recognized. In this case, you cannot restore the hard disc data. However, if you lose only one wireless key, buy a new wireless key from the Sony dealer where you purchased thi[...]

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    23 Continued on next page VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) Symptom Cause/Remedy The hard disc drive is not recognized by the computer (The icon of the hard disc drive does not appear in [My Computer].), or does not work properly. Data transfer rate is low. c If the computer returns from hibernation to normal operating mode or turns on while the drive is [...]

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    24 VGP-UHDM08_2-649-113-11(1) Symptom Cause/Remedy Data read/write failure. Cannot read/write data. An error message appears after you disconnect the USB cable. Cannot access folder. Cannot lock/unlock drive security. c The drive does not function correctly with old versions of Windows that have been upgraded. c The drive has been shaken or bumped.[...]

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