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USB 2.0 / USB 2.0 & FireWire version
Rev. 426
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Freecom FHD-3 Dear user! GB Thank you for choosing the Freecom FHD-3 external hard drive. For optimal use and performance we advise you to read this manual carefully before using this product. Freecom Technologies Germany www.freecom.com Contents of the box Please check the contents of the box; the following items should be included: Freecom FHD-3 external hard drive Power Adapter Interface Cable Footstand CD-ROM with manual, driver and application software Quick Install Guide Wa
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Table of Contents User manual GB General Information ........................................................................... page 4 Precautionary measures ..................................................................... page 5 Freecom FHD-3 external hard drive ................................................... page 6 Chapter 1: Installation of the Freecom Personal Media Suite software .............................................................................................. page 8
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Freecom FHD-3 General Information GB The following hardware and software requirements must be fulfilled to ensure trouble-free operation. Hardware Requirements In order to use the Freecom FHD-3, following components are needed: Intel Pentium II 233MHz or higher 64MB RAM or higher CD-ROM drive for installing drivers and/or software USB-2 version: Available USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 port* USB-2 & FireWire version: Available USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 port* and/or FireWire interface Internet connection
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General Information Precautionary measures GB To ensure that your Freecom FHD-3 functions properly, please take note of the following precautions. If these are not followed, you may void your warranty and damage the FHD-3. Safely remove the FHD-3 via your operating system (the "unplug or eject hardware" option in the Windows taskbar) before disconnecting the Cable or the power cable. Failing to do so may result in data loss. Do not drop the Freecom FHD-3 or expose it to other kinds of sudde
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Freecom FHD-3 Freecom FHD-3 external hard drive GB If you are looking for maximum performance, maximum storage capacity and maximum reliability from an external hard drive, the Freecom FHD-3 is the right choice. The hi-speed data transfer through the USB 2.0 and/or FireWire interface makes it ideally suitable for data-storage, file sharing, backup, archiving, digital video editing, audio playback and all applications that need fast file access. For your convenience, the Freecom FHD-3 has been pa
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General Information Footstand GB The FHD-3 can be positioned both horizontally and verti- cally. If you want to position the drive vertically you have to use the supplied footstand. Please note that the footstand can only be attached in one way to the drive. The hooks on the footstand and the corresponding slots in the FHD-3 are designed in such a way that the footstand will only fit easlily when attached in the right orientation. Kensington Lock The FHD-3 has a Kensington Lock slot at the rear
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Freecom FHD-3 Chapter 1: Installation of the Freecom Personal GB Media Suite software 1 If you want to use the SYNC button on the FHD-3, you need to install the Freecom Personal Media Suite software first. Note: To use the functions of the Freecom Personal Media Suite described in this handbook, your Freecom FHD-3 has to be connected to your PC. 1.1 Installation of the Freecom Personal Media Suite 1. Insert the FHD-3 Software & Manual CD into your CD drive. The Freecom start menu opens: In case
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Installation of the Freecom Personal Media Suite software GB 1 3. Please read the licencing agreement carefully. To accept the licencing agreement, confirm with "Yes". Note: Clicking on "No" ends the installation. Select the target folder and program folder in the start menu in which the Freecom Personal Media Suite symbol is to appear. 4. Default target folder is C:\Programs\Freecom Personal Media Suite. You can select a different target folder for the program files by selecting another folder
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Freecom FHD-3 GB 1 5. In the dialogue "Options" you can select whether to create a link to the Freecom Personal Media Suite Software on the desktop and whether the program should be started automatically when starting Windows. It is recommended to select both options for better operation of the Freecom Personal Media Suite. 6. Click on "Next" to start the installation. All necessary program files are now written on the hard drive of your computer. 7. In the last window, you will be asked whether
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Installation of the Freecom Personal Media Suite software 1.2 Deinstallation of the Freecom Personal Media Suite GB In order to remove the Freecom Personal Media Suite from your computer, please proceed as follows: 1 1. In the "Start" menu, please click on "Programs" - "Freecom Personal Media Suite". 2. Select "Uninstall Freecom Personal Media Suite". The software is now removed from your computer. 11
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Freecom FHD-3 Chapter 2: Hardware Installation GB 1. Connect the interface cable to the Freecom 2 FHD-3. 2. Connect the cable of the power supply to the FHD-3 and the power supply itself to the socket. 3. Connect the interface cable to the inter- face port of your computer. 12
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Hardware Installation USB 2.0 version GB 2 USB Port AC adapter Remark (if your drive is connected to the computer via USB): Since USB 2.0 is backwards compatible with USB 1.1, the FHD-3 can be connected to all USB ports. When connected to a USB 1.1 port, however, the performance (data transfer rate) of the FHD-3 will be much lower than when the drive is connected to a USB 2.0 port. Connect the FHD-3 to the computer only on the USB or FireWire interface. USB 2.0 & FireWire version USB Port AC ada
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Freecom FHD-3 Recommended after Hardware installation GB (only Windows 98:) After you connected the FHD-3, please start with the driver installation, as in chapter 3 described. 2 (Windows ME / 2000 / XP:) Under Windows ME / 2000 / XP a separate Freecom driver is not required. The drivers for Windows ME, Windows 2000 and Windows XP will be installed automatically by the operating system after plugging in the Freecom FHD-3 into the USB port of the computer. Your Freecom FHD-3 is fully backwards co
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Driver installation Chapter 3: Driver installation GB Under Windows ME / 2000 / XP a separate Freecom driver is not required. The drivers for Windows ME, Windows 2000 and Windows XP will be installed 3 automatically by the operating system after plugging in the Freecom FHD-3 into the USB port of the computer. 3.1 FHD-3 USB 2.0 version Driver installation USB under Windows 98 SE Note: Your Freecom FHD-3 is fully backwards compatible with USB 1.1. The installation for USB 1.1 is the same as descri
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Freecom FHD-3 4. In the next window select "Search for the best driver for your device. GB (Recommended)". Click on "Next". 3 5. Make sure that the checkbox "CD-ROM drive" is activated in the next window. Continue by clicking on "Next". 16
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Driver Installation 6. The Hardware Wizard finds a "Freecom Freecom FHD-3". GB 3 By clicking on "Next" the necessary files will be installed. Afterwards click on "Finish" to complete the installation. Congratulations! Youve just finished to install the Freecom FHD-3 and the external hard drive is almost ready to use. 17
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Freecom FHD-3 3.2 FHD-3 USB 2.0 & FireWire version GB Driver installation USB under Windows 98 SE 3 Connect the FHD-3 to the computer only on the USB or FireWire interface. Note: Your Freecom FHD-3 is fully backwards compatible with USB 1.1. The installation for USB 1.1 is the same as described below for USB 2.0. 1. Insert the Freecom Manual and driver CD into the CD-ROM drive. 2. Connect your Freecom FHD-3 to the USB connector of your notebook or computer. 3. The "Add New Hardware Wizard" opens
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Driver Installation 4. In the next window select "Search for the best driver for your device. GB (Recommended)". Click on "Next". 3 5. Make sure that the checkbox "CD-ROM drive" is activated in the next window. Continue by clicking on "Next". 19
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Freecom FHD-3 6. The Hardware Wizard finds a "Freecom Freecom FHD-3". GB 3 By clicking on "Next" the necessary files will be installed. Afterwards click on "Finish" to complete the installation. Congratulations! Youve just finished to install the Freecom FHD-3 and the external hard drive is almost ready to use. Driver installation FireWire under Windows 98 SE The required driver for is automatically installed under Windows ME / 2000 / XP once the FireWire cable has been inserted and it is immed
