Freecom FHD-2 User manual

FHD-2

USB 2.0 / USB 2.0 & FireWire version

Rev. 316

FREECOM FHD-2

Warning !

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thereof -whatsoever (including, without limitation, damages for loss of business

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advances.

Dear user!

Thank you for choosing the Freecom FHD-2 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-2 external hard drive

 Power Adapter *

 Interface Cable

 CD-ROM with manual, driver and application software

 Quick Install Guide

 Warranty card + envelope

* Use the included AC adapter with i.LINK interface or when the power provided by the

USB or FireWire port is not sufficient.

Table of Contents

USER MANUAL

General Information ........................................................................... page 4

Precautionary measures .....................................................................page 5

CHAPTER 1:

FHD-2 external USB 2.0 hard drive .................................................... page 6

CHAPTER 2:

Hardware installation ......................................................................... page 7

CHAPTER 3:

Driver installation ............................................................................... page 9

FHD-2 USB 2.0 version ........................................................................ page 9

FHD-2 USB 2.0 & FireWire version ..................................................... page 12

CHAPTER 4:

Daily use of the FHD-2 ........................................................................ page 15

CHAPTER 5:

Partitioning your FHD-2 .....................................................................page 16

Freecom Internet Service & Support Hotline .................................... page 29

FREECOM FHD-2

General Information

The following hardware and software requirements must be fulfilled to ensure

trouble-free operation.

Hardware Requirements

In order to use the Freecom FHD-2, 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 for online warranty registration and driver/software

updates and downloads

Software Requirements

 Windows 98 SE

 Windows ME

 Windows 2000

 WindowsXP

* (USB 2.0 is downwards compatible to USB 1.1. To achieve optimal performance from the

Freecom FHD-2 your PC should be equipped with an USB 2.0 port. USB 2.0 PCI Host

Controllers are separately available at www.freecom.com).

Precautionary measures

To ensure that your Freecom FHD-2 functions properly, please take note of the

following precautions. If these are not followed, you may void your warranty

and damage the FHD-2.

 Safely remove the FHD-2 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-2 or expose it to other kinds of sudden

mechanical shocks as this may result in data loss and damage to the hard

drive.

 Do not use the Freecom FHD-2 when the ambient temperature is below 10°C

or above 45°C.

 If the Freecom FHD-2 is moved from a cool environment to a warmer

environment, please allow the drive to acclimatize to the ambient temperature

before operating the device. Failing to do so may lead to condensation

within the drive enclosure, which in turn may cause the drive to malfunction.

 Do not place liquids or drinks on the FHD-2. When liquids are spilled and get

in contact with the electronics within the drive enclosure, it will damage the

drive and will cause the drive to malfunction.

 Do not use the FHD-2 in a dusty environment. Dust inside the enclosure may

damage the internal electronics and result in drive malfunction.

 Only use the power adapter that was supplied with the FHD-2.

 Opening the FHD-2 will void the warranty.

USB-Note: Since USB 2.0 is backwards compatible with USB 1.1, the FHD-

2 can be connected to all USB ports. When connected to a USB 1.1 port,

however, the performance (data transfer rate) of the FHD-2 will be much

lower than when the drive is connected to a USB 2.0 port.

FREECOM FHD-2

Options:

 Freecom USB 2.0 LE PCI Host Controller, 2 ports

 Freecom FireWire PCI Card

 Additional Cable USB, FireWire Cable, Power Adapter

See www.freecom.com for these and other Freecom products, or contact your

local Freecom reseller/dealer.

USB 2.0 & FireWire-VersionUSB 2.0-Version

CHAPTER 1: FHD-2 external hard drive

If you are looking for maximum performance, maximum storage capacity and

maximum reliability from an external hard drive, the Freecom FHD-2 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-2 has been partitioned (1 partition) and

pre-formatted (FAT32 file system). The FAT32 format ensures maximum

interchangeability of the FHD-2 between different computers. Should you

choose to format the FHD-2 in another file system (e.g. NTFS), please be aware

of possible problems when connecting the FHD-2 to another computer than the

one you used for formatting.

FHD-2 external hard drive

1. Connect the interface cable to the Freecom FHD-2.

2. Connect the cable of the power supply to the FHD-2

and the power supply itself to the socket. Use the

included AC adapter with i.LINK interface or when

the power provided by the USB or FireWire port is

not sufficient.

3. Connect the interface cable to the interface port of

your computer.

CHAPTER 2: Hardware Installation

USB-Note: Since USB 2.0 is backwards compatible with USB 1.1, the FHD-2 can be

connected to all USB ports. When connected to a USB 1.1 port, however, the

performance (data transfer rate) of the FHD-2 will be much lower than when the

drive is connected to a USB 2.0 port.

FREECOM FHD-2

USB Port

Power cord

connection *

USB Port

Power cord

connection *

Computer

(FireWire)

other device

(FireWire)

Connect the drive always only either by the FireWire or by the USB port.

USB 2.0 version

Remark (if your drive is connected to the computer via USB): Since USB 2.0 is

backwards compatible with USB 1.1, the FHD-2 can be connected to all USB ports.

When connected to a USB 1.1 port, however, the performance (data transfer

rate) of the FHD-2 will be much lower than when the drive is connected to a USB

2.0 port.

USB 2.0 &

FireWire version

Remark when connecting by the FireWire port): When the drive is connected to

the computer by the FireWire port you can connect further peripheral devices to

the drives second FireWire jack.

For optimal performance, the FHD-2 should always be connected to a

USB 2.0 port or FireWire port. Freecom USB 2.0 PCI Host Controllers or

Freecom FireWire PCI Card are available at www.freecom.com.

Driver Installation

CHAPTER 3: Driver installation

Under Windows ME / 2000 / XP a separate Freecom driver is not required. The

drivers will be installed automatically by the operating system after plugging in

the Freecom FHD-2 into the USB port of the computer.

3.1 FHD-2 USB 2.0 version

Driver installation USB under Windows 98 SE

Note: Your Freecom FHD-2 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-2 to the USB connector of your notebook or

computer.

3. The "Add New Hardware Wizard" opens and a "USB 2.0 Device" (USB 2.0 PCI

Host Controller) or a "USB TO IDE" (USB 1.1 connector) is found.

Click on "Next".

FREECOM FHD-2

4. In the next window select "Search for the best driver for your device.

(Recommended)". Click on "Next".

5. Make sure that the checkbox "CD-ROM drive" is activated in the next

window.

Continue by clicking on "Next".

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